The
Yule Faeries
Yule
being the shortest day, but it is the time of year when we welcome back the sun's powers, the earth becomes bare and looks a little lonely
and nothing much grows within mother earth. We also get to witness
it's rebirth in that there are seeds sleeping under the ground
waiting until Ostara (spring) begins it's life, we bring into our
homes evergreens such as Ivy a reminder of the enduring life of
nature, Holly which gives protection and Mistletoe for fertility.
The word Yule is known as “Sun Return” and the Goddess with the
help of the faeries particularly the season fae The Yule Faeries work
tirelessly to bring forth the light.
I
want to introduce you to Christibelle and Felixius, these two faeries
represent Yule and they have a important job to do, this is to help
wintertime do it's job and they work alongside Jack Frost to help
kill off any germs in the ground that could harm our plants and
animals, to remind us of what Yule means and to bring us together at
a time of year that is special within our hearts. They also keep in
check everyone and that includes us faery humans are contributing to
the upkeep of the mother earth while she snoozes.
Christibelle
is a beautiful dark faery who wears a gown of crushed red velvet with
silver ribbons and pieces of small clear quartz on her gown, her
crown is decorated with Ivy, red & mistletoe berries, entwined
with quartz and silver ribbons. She takes flight upon a small robin
with the reddest chest you will ever see. She has such a generous
nature but likes to see a balance of people giving and receiving, to
her life is never one sided and she will help whenever there are any
disputes to be resolved.
Felixius
is a dashing faery dressed in the finest velvet suit of deep green
with flecks of gold thread throughout, his crown is made from red
berries, fir cones, holly and gold leaves which sit proudly upon his
black hair. His chariot is made from gold and at the front is his
trusty Blackbird. Felixius has a easy going feel to him, he loves
laughter and during the winter months can often be found where
laughter can be heard, he will do his best to guide families and
friends together at this time of year.
Yule
Faery Magick
To
call upon Christibelle place a red cloth upon your faery altar, light
a silver candle and place a few drops of Clove essential oil in a oil
burner (please be careful when using oils & fire), next add some
Ivy to the altar.
“I
call upon Christibelle the Yule faery,
to
bring balance into my life,
guide
those to me those who hold my heart,
let
us come together in peace and in love,
to
celebrate life, love and us,
Blessed
be”
To
call upon Felixius place a green cloth upon your altar along with a
green candle, a few drops of the essential oil Cinnamon in a oil
burner and Holly.
“I
call upon Felixius the Yule faery,
to
bring family and friends closer together,
so
that we may share in the laughter,
to
bring about happiness and memories,
let
us join our lives as one,
Blessed
be”
You
can make some wonderful items to represent Yule and the faeries which
can be used to decorate your altar and your home. Make a faery
circle (wreath) add Ivy, Holly, Mistletoe, apples, oranges, painted
fir cones, how about holly & ivy painted clay shapes. Tie ribbon
around your painted fir cones, attach a few belles and tie to a tree
so when the wind blows the bells will ring. And the best idea of
all........mixed spice cookies, don't forget to leave some out for
the fae, they will go down a treat.
© Rachel
Curtis (The Faery Enchantress) 2011
