Cicorc Conwy: Lucky Cork Sea-Dogs
These cicorc (or cork-dogs) were seen as good luck charms and also gave the sailors something else to think about whilst preparing for long voyages.
Cherokee Storytelling, Flower Lore and Language
Up until the genocidal removal known as “the Trail of Tears” storytelling was an extremely important part of Cherokee culture.
Flower Folklore: Spring Blooms and Bells of Blue
Daffodils are said to have dangerously toxic bulbs. Once, it’s claimed, they were used by Roman soldiers as a ‘go to’ suicide resource for times of desperation.
A Witchy Interview with #FolkloreThursday’s Willow Winsham
@DeeDeeChainey interviews @WillowWinsham about her book, Accused: British Witches Throughout History
Animal Folklore: A Mole in the Hand
Today, moles are usually unappreciated residents of our gardens and fields, but they are embedded in folklore and for centuries were used in remedies.