Learn the wonder of charms, amulets, and talismans under the careful guidance of Lady Vala Runesinger: what they are, what they can do, and how to create them. Our work together will include information about magical systems, purposes, materials, correspondences, timing theories, layering, charging, incantations, and consecration rituals. Ceremonial magic and practical magic procedures will be taught and followed throughout the workshop.

            The timing of this workshop has been carefully correlated to correspond with some of the most beneficial planetary alignments for this kind of work in many years. Also, in order for Lady Vala to facilitate greater learning and deeper understanding in our time together, registration is limited to only 12 participants.

            This magickal weekend culminates on Saturday night with a full-blown talisman-making ritual in the medieval style of Henry Cornelius Agrippa on Saturday evening: dress up, dress down, be there or be square!

            Participants should anticipate a rigorous, mentally demanding, spiritually exhilarating, action-filled weekend schedule. All materials for making various CATs will be provided, including a workbook and an extensive assortment of herbs, oils, powders, stones, fabrics, amulets, etc., and tools for the rituals.

            This workshop is recommended for individuals with an established interest in paganism, witchcraft, or practical magic, who wish to extend their knowledge. Since herbs, consecration oils, and incense will be used in the preparation of the CATs, this workshop is not recommended for individuals with extreme sensitivities or allergies to these substances.

            The recommended textbook: “The Complete Book of Amulets and Talismans” by Migene González-Wippler, (Llewellyn Publications, 2003) will be provided for participants.

For workshop registration, contact Zoe Matoff at 1-845-876-5797, or Rhinebeckia@hvc.rr.com

Workshop Location: Rhinebeck, NY (exact location upon registration)

Registration Fee: $265/ $285 after March 24, 2007

Accommodations: B&Bs and motels in and around Rhinebeck on the beautiful Hudson River Valley; Google: "Rhinebeck Accommodations". Book early, as this is Easter weekend.

Zoe Matoff, Founder and Director

The Rhinebeckian Institute for Tarot and Esoterica  (R.I.T.E.) --

The Institute brings Sages to Seekers on such esoteric paths as Tarot, Alchemy, Astrology, Astrotheology, Hermeticism, I Ching, Kabbalah, Magick, Eastern and Western Mysticism, Numerology, Runes, and more!