The Magpie & the Wardrobe A Curiosity of Folklore, Magic & Spells

by McKechnie, Sam; Portelli, Alexandrine

• ISBN13: 9781910496459
• ISBN10: 1910496456
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2016-10-01
• Publisher: Pavilion

Summary

Discover simple magic, heirloom recipes and forgotten fairytales in this eclectic treasury. The 12 chapters, representative of the seasons, present the celebrations, superstitions and folklore that shape our year. From cherished traditions like Valentine’s Day to the lost excitement of May Day, this book reveals a calendar bursting with history, imagination and curious facts. Take a closer look at your favorite homespun rituals and the magic we conjure every day; make a candle wish, mix a moon oil elixir, and hang your romantic hopes on the predictions of an apple peel. Illustrated by a unique collection of ephemera and embellished with trinkets and charms, this sumptuous volume will appeal to the creative and curious.

Author Biography

Sam Mckechnie is an artist working primarily with oil and found objects and makes quiet pieces, usually on commission. Sam's work is inextricably entwined with fairy tales, magic and charms and her work has featured in many books and magazines across the globe. She created The Magpie & the Wardrobe atelier in 2002 as an extension of her artwork and releases two collections worldwide every year. Alexandrine Portelli worked in the fashion industry for many years before returning to her roots to head up the design team at her family's interiors business.