The Dandelion Magic Book is a charming and whimsical tale written by Marjorie Barker and illustrated by Jill Bennett. Published in 1966, it tells the story of a young girl named Daisy who discovers a special book hidden in the attic of her grandmother's house. Daisy's grandmother tells her about the book, explaining that it holds the power to grant wishes when a dandelion seed is blown onto its pages. With excitement and curiosity, Daisy opens the book and begins her own magical adventure. As Daisy blows the dandelion seed onto the pages, she is transported to different worlds and times. Each time she blows, a new wish is granted, taking her on a new and exciting journey.
When the items is worn, it not only allows the witch to link to the natural power of the items in the talisman, harness the power they have imbued the talisman with but also serves as a focal point in keeping the witch on task throughout the time the talismans is worn. Often times, just the act of wearing a talisman will help a witch to remember to focus on the purpose of the talisman throughout the day while attached to them. They will often touch the item, feel it moving about, and focus on it, which helps to reinforce the magickal intent of the talisman. As they touch it, feel it moving about, they remember the focus of the magick and their focus narrows to the intent, which causes the intent to become stronger each time they refocus. The talisman helps access the law of attraction when a witch focuses on the intent, which helps to attract the very thing the intent was created to bring into fruition
The power in the creation of magical charms comes from the calling on and combining of natural energies - the powers of the natural world, your own personal power, and cosmic powers. After building it to the witch s satisfaction, it needs to be charged as a completed whole and consecrated to the purpose or intent for which it was created.
Each time she blows, a new wish is granted, taking her on a new and exciting journey. From flying through the sky on the back of a giant bird to exploring an ancient jungle, Daisy's imagination comes to life within the pages of the book. Throughout the story, Daisy learns valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the power of imagination.
Tips for creating a personalized talisman
I love a fresh start. I'm well rested after the hustle of the holidays and ready for everything that the new year can bring.
I've decided to take on a few new challenges this year - one being participating in the Year of Jewelry (YOJ). This is a personal challenge to create one piece of jewelry, every week, for a year. I've tried before, but never completed the challenge. I know this is the year!
With a little luck
Every week, the YOJ provides an optional theme to jump start your creativity.
This week, the challenge is to make a personal talisman, something to represent what you hope to achieve, or some symbol of strength and creativity for you to wear as you move through the year.
And a prayer
I chose to make contemporary handheld prayer beads inspired by a project by Eleanor Wiley in the book Beading for the Soul (pg.87).
Handheld prayer beads are meant to be kept close to remind you of a personal journey, a goal or to maintain your focus.
Hop to it
The amulet I chose is a carved stone frog. I'm not sure what the stone is, but the symbolism of the frog is what I was after.
The frog is a symbol of transition and transformation and because it lives in and near water, it has a cleansing attribute.
Wash me down, I'm ready to change!
But, all jokes aside, I expect this to be year of exciting changes and challenges in my jewelry making journey.
Don't knock it
The amulet and assorted beads are strung on 2mm waxed cotton cord and sized to fit comfortably in the palm of my hand.
I started with about 14 inches of cord - and the finished prayer beads are 5.5 inches long from the tip of the frog to the end of the knot. I had to trim the ends of the cord frequently to make them easy to string through the beads.
I chose wood beads to give me the opportunity to knock on wood - both for luck and to ward off negative energy.
The saucer beads on the end are silver coated ceramic beads from Greece. They make a soothing tinkle sound when they touch. All of the beads are loosely strung so they can be fingered as you would with typical mala prayer beads.
The knots are standard overhand knots - using two cords at the top of the prayer bead strand and only one for the silver beads.
Bright and shiny
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I hope I can inspire you to create and help you learn new techniques - or that you at least find me slightly amusing and enjoy the pictures.
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She discovers that wishes can come true, but sometimes they may not turn out exactly as expected. The book teaches young readers the importance of appreciating the present moment and finding joy in the simplest of things. The illustrations in The Dandelion Magic Book are beautifully detailed and bring the story to life. Each page is filled with vibrant colors and intricate drawings that captivate the reader's imagination. Overall, The Dandelion Magic Book is a delightful and enchanting story that celebrates the power of a child's imagination. It reminds readers of all ages to embrace the magic and wonder that can be found in everyday life. Whether reading it aloud or exploring its pages on their own, this book is sure to capture the hearts of both children and adults alike..
Reviews for "The Science Behind Dandelion Magic: Understanding the Chemistry of Enchantment"
1. Jane - 2 stars - I really wanted to like the "Dandelion Magic Book" but I found it to be quite boring. The storyline was predictable and the characters were one-dimensional. It felt like the narrative was dragging on and I struggled to maintain interest. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Mark - 1 star - I am sorry to say that the "Dandelion Magic Book" was a complete waste of my time. The writing was dull and lacked creativity. I found it extremely difficult to connect with the characters or care about their journey. The plot was uninteresting and there were no surprises or twists to keep me engaged. This book was simply not for me.
3. Sarah - 3 stars - While I wouldn't say I disliked the "Dandelion Magic Book", I can't say that I enjoyed it either. The concept was intriguing but the execution fell short. The pacing was uneven and the story lacked depth. I also found some of the dialogue to be quite forced and unrealistic. It had potential, but it didn't live up to my expectations.
4. Michael - 2 stars - I was initially drawn to the "Dandelion Magic Book" by its beautiful cover, but unfortunately, the content didn't match. The writing style felt amateurish and the characters were cliché. The plot was predictable and unoriginal, making it difficult to stay engaged. I was hoping for more from this book, but it ultimately fell flat for me.
5. Emily - 2 stars - As someone who loves fantasy books, I was excited to read the "Dandelion Magic Book", but it left me feeling underwhelmed. The world-building was lacking and the magical elements felt forced. I struggled to connect with the characters and found the overall story to be unengaging. It had potential, but it didn't live up to my expectations.