For centuries curses, hexes and the evil eye were seen as part of
daily life in rural England, resulting in a rich heritage of folklore &
apotropaic magickal practices. Such charms as Witch Bottles,
Witch Balls, Hagstones, Horseshoes and Brasses, Magick Squares,
Abracadabra, Rowan and Red Thread, Flint Arrowheads and Pebble
Charms were often made from readily available natural materials.
They seemed simple, yet when constructed properly and empowered
with secret rhymes and other mysterious enchantments, they were
both very popular and considered to be very effective.

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