18. Personal Introductions

Replies to This Discussion Permalink Reply by Sunfire [Breath of the Dragon] on January 3, 2011 at 12:07pm

Sunfire, aka Connie Mitan

Been Pagan since 2002, when I was introduced to Wicca in the Navy. I am not Wiccan, but rather an eclectic Pagan, as I take from various traditions in describing what I believe. I am not currently practicing rituals, but as I begin to create more pagan items for my shop, I intend to create with Purpose and Intent. When I do, I will most likely be a little more active in 'practicing my faith'...

I sell my pyrography creations, wood burnings, in my shop Breath of the Dragon. I used to be on Etsy, but could not afford to stay there. I also moved my secondary shop over to Zibbet last month, Turn Peace Around. This is more of a hobby shop at the moment, as I'm focusing on turning Breath of the Dragon into a true business. First step, pick a niche and run with it.

I'm looking forward to meeting other pagans here on Zibbet. I'm sure we can all use the support of each other in the online selling journey.

~ Sunfire

Permalink Reply by Nicole ~ Nicole's Visions on January 6, 2011 at 4:52pm

I think I've been at least partly Pagan most of my life & just didn't realize it. Tried a few different Christian  paths but none really ever filled me or made me feel whole. Being a Pagan does. I am like Sunfire in that I first learned about Wicca but I am not Wiccan. I too am more eclectic in my ways. I think that is part of what keeps me Pagan... being able to take what fits & leave the rest.

 

I always love meeting other like minded people too. It's nice to know we are not the minority we once were. And I love to hear all the different paths people choose.

 

My shop here on Zibbet is Nicole's Visions. It will go thru some serious changes as the year progresses. Not sure in what direction yet, but I know it in my heart that its time to change ... something. I also have a secondary love that i plan to turn into a shop this year. To learn more about that check out Eco Visions by Nicole on Facebook.

 

I too am very much looking forward to meeting LOTS of other Pagans here on Zibbet. I wholeheartedly agree that we can certainly use the support of each other!

Permalink Reply by Red Rose on March 29, 2011 at 6:36am

Hello everyone,

 I began to study Druidry in 2009 as a way to get myself grounded after some events in my life that I would want to forget. Druidry is not a religion, but a way of life and that is how I implement it into my daily life.  It helps me focus and pay more attention to the world around me and feel its lifeforce in everything that I do. I am just about finished with my course work to become an official Bard! Once I can afford the course materials and absorb my bardic work, I definitely think I want to work towards being an Ovate and learn more about natural healing medicines and rituals.  Of course, if anyone is interested in adding Druidry into their way of life, I can direct you where to go.

I'm just happy I have people to celebrate the solstices with now! Most people have no idea what in the world I am talking about..

After following Catholicism for as long as I did, it became a part of my roots and I still believe that there is a God, but I don't believe in what man has done to a very basic creedo: Do unto others as you would want them to do unto you.  Seems so simple yet its so hard for people to do. Pagans understand it and try their best to fulfill it.

In my shop, with as much as I can, I am looking to give an edge to chocolate. Its my perfect medium.  I have celtic crosses, celtic knots, zodiac symbols, eastern stars up to fire breathing dragons.  I also craft cards and bookmarks ( not shown in my Zibbet shop) I have a wide range of celtic and egyptian stamps for many different things.  I am looking forwarding to visiting and patronizing ( when possible) everyone's shop.

Thank you for the opportunity to express myself here without judgment.

Awen,

~ Heather

Permalink Reply by Sunfire [Breath of the Dragon] on April 1, 2011 at 10:38pm

God is definitely universal, and man-made religion is what has become twisted....

 

I love your chocolates, and glad to have you in our group here!

Permalink Reply by Red Rose on April 2, 2011 at 7:53am Thank you so much and I'm glad you agree with me on the twisting. Its so sad. Permalink Reply by Nicole ~ Nicole's Visions on April 2, 2011 at 7:42pm

It's nice to 'meet' you! I have to agree with Sunfire & you on the whole twisted religion thing!

 

Love your shop too... but then again, I love chocolate!

Glad to have you here.

 

Nicole

www.NicolesVisions.blogspot.com

www.Zibbet.com/NicolesVisions

Permalink Reply by Moira McEvoy on March 29, 2011 at 8:39pm

I just joined this group, and I'm still working my way through all of your shops. I was so excited to find a community of pagan artisans here!!!!

 

I've been practicing witchcraft in one form or another since I was about 12 when I got my first deck of Tarot cards, and I managed a small occult store for several years. You could describe me essentially as an eclectic solitary practitioner - I still practice, but I do so mainly on my own, and I draw from all sorts of different traditions.

 

I started making jewelry about 6 years ago, and I've been selling it online since about 2008. I've only just discovered Zibbet and I love the community here so far!!!

Permalink Reply by Sunfire [Breath of the Dragon] on April 1, 2011 at 10:36pm

You managed a retail store? That should give you lots of useful information when it comes to running an online business, then.

Welcome!

Permalink Reply by Moira McEvoy on April 13, 2011 at 8:19pm you wouldn't think so, but running an online business is worlds away from running a retail store. 1) you need far less stock 2) once you photograph your products, you can seal them in dusty old plastic bags and not worry about keeping them clean 3) you don't get "foot traffic" in an online store, so you have to work significantly harder at keeping your store current - and 4) I'm going to imagine that you get a lot less really insane requests online, LOL. You wouldn't believe what I got from some of the people that walked into that store!! Permalink Reply by Nicole ~ Nicole's Visions on April 2, 2011 at 7:45pm

Hi there! Boy I wish I had known about Paganism/witchcraft as a whole when I was 12... I cant even imagine how different I would be today. Eclectic & solitary is something we share as well. Too cool.

 

How wonderful to have you here on Zibbet. I think you'll love it here better than any other online venue before long... if you aren't there already! I know I am, especially with the community of this place!

 

Nicole

www.NicolesVisions.blogspot.com

www.Zibbet.com/NicolesVisions

Permalink Reply by Moira McEvoy on April 13, 2011 at 8:24pm

Nicole, I was just looking at your blog .. beautifully done!!! I've followed it so I'll be checking up on it more often!!!!

 

It's funny, at 12 Tarot cards were just a game, but I had a lively interest in ghoulies and ghosties and witches and other occult subjects at the time. They led me to study some psychology, so that I could begin to understand the symbolism, and the cards are still my most often-used tool. 

 

Your shop is beautiful. Do you do all the photography for your products? Nice work!!!

Permalink Reply by Nicole ~ Nicole's Visions on April 14, 2011 at 11:33am

Thanks! Yes, I'm the one who not only does the photography for all my stuff, but I also do most all the product photography for Sunfire (my daughter).

 

I also keep a "natural" blog and a spiritual one. I'm working on having them have more content this year... just have to get myself into some sort of rhythm

 

Naturally Me

My Spirit Walk

 

 

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