1. For Real Surreal Club Candles on sale!

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    For Real Surreal Club is moving  to the Pacific Northwest!

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    We are sad to see them go but excited for their new life on the left coast!

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    Black Cedar Obelisk Crystal Candle

     

    To celebrate their transition we are having a sale on crystal candles. Marked down from $13.00 to $11.00!

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    Purple Pyramid Lavender Candle

     

    Perfect for those late night invocations, yoga meditations, or to set an esoteric ambiance, For Real Surreal Club has produced a dazzling spectrum of candles.

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    Peppermint selenite crystal candle

    Cast from molds produced from genuine crystals such as selenite and quartz and gently scented with quality essential oils, these are an excellent embellishment to any space.

    They may be found at the Artisan Boutique.

  2. The Armory Collection

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    Poison Apple Printshop is a one-woman operation fueled by artist and printmaker Adrienne Rozzi. At the core of her artwork lies hand drawn original illustrations informed by witchcraft, magick, and the occult.

    Mod Evil design balances sharp lines, a reserved color palate, and a dark aesthetic with rich tones to create versatile modern jewelry with a gothic edge. Mod Evil jewelry is designed and hand fabricated in Pittsburgh by Anya Weitzman.

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    A favorite weapon of assassins, The Dagger is a double-edged blade with a sharp point designed for stabbing.It is used in witchcraft as a magical instrument of invocation and the focusing of will, as well as for the cutting of ties and the piercing of enemies at a distance.

    The design for this piece comes from “The Seer’s Amulets” series of drawings by Poison Apple Printshop. This dagger was hand forged out of sterling silver, etched on both sides, and hand finished with an antiquing patina.

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     The Siege Pendant amplifies your own defenses with two intersecting longswords. In the Tarot, the Two of Swords can represent making peace and seeking justice. The two swords also represent the crossroads, and because of this symbolize protection from negative influences coming from the four directions.

    Arming yourself with the  talisman of the crossing longswords, you will cut through all of the challenges which come your way. Handmade in solid sterling silver with a 24″ sterling silver chain,this pendant is etched on both sides and hand-finished with an antiquing patina, to bring out the beauty of this highly-detailed etch.

    The Longsword design is from the “The Tarot Suits” illustration by Poison Apple Printshop.

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    The Three of Swords Cuff is inspired by a controversial card in the Tarot pack.

    The 3 of Swords can be a grim omen of pain, sorrow, and interference; yet it can also appear as a warning of an upcoming challenge. With the knowledge of these possibilities, one may avert the misfortune through foreknowledge, or at very least mitigate its potential effects.

    This symbol used as a mystical weapon can make its wielder deadly to their enemies. By donning this cuff, one may become empowered to mercilessly conquer adversity.

    The design for this piece comes from “The Seer’s Amulets” series of drawings by Poison Apple Printshop. With hand etched daggers fabricated from solid gold-tone brass, this cuff is adjustable within a range.

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    When you are prepared to arm yourself, we at Artisan are ready and waiting for you with a fashionable arsenal. Once you don your chainmail and weapons of war, we also have delicious coffee on hand to fuel your daring quest.

  3. Step into the Surreal Clubhouse

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    Artisan Boutique is home to a mysterious phenomenon from another dimension: Candles simultaneously real and surreal which invigorate the senses with transformative energies.

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     Aurora Falls Candle, naturally colored and infused with peppermint essential oil

    For Real Surreal Club was founded by Masha Fikhman and Michael Koehler. Together they specialize in astral archeology. Ever on the search for elusive relics and mysterious fossils, they travel far and wide across the multiverse on their mystic quest.

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    Black Magic Mountain Candle, naturally colored and infused with Cedarwood essential oil

    Through these relics they hope to give others a glimpse into the eye of the cosmos and its myriad manifestations. Join us on a dreamlike expedition into the unknown, the strange, and the surreal.

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     Full Moon Lagoon candle, naturally whitened and infused with Lemongrass essential oil

    All of the candles are made of pure beeswax and fragrant essential oils. Bees are sacred creatures of the sun, who produce incorruptible honey, the food of the gods. Honey is used for many things including the making of mead, the sacrament of elder deities. Beeswax also contains these mystic properties, and is considered a most pure substance for the creation of candles for this reason. Essential oils are often used for their healing, therapeutic effects as well as for their applications in spellcraft of witches.

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     Lava Labyrinth candle, naturally reddened and infused with Geranium essential oil

    These candles are cast from molds created from genuine crystals, and come in a rainbow spectrum, perfect for late night magical rites. Artisan Gallery has a variety of them available for perusal while you imbibe the deep dark forces of gourmet coffee.tumblr_o18337SaoO1uqg7cuo1_1280

     

     

     

     

     

     

  4. Witch’s Wardrobe

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    Artisan Boutique features hand made clothing, jewelry and accessories from artists who work in a darker aesthetic with a twist to appeal to those with mystical and mythical inclinations. On this post we feature two of our favorite designers.

     

    ♠ POISON APPLE PRINTSHOP ♠
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    Based in Pittsburgh, Poison Apple Printshop is a one-woman operation fueled by artist and printmaker Adrienne Rozzi.
    Formally educated in art history, film, drawing, and printmaking, Adrienne utilizes her artistic background and magical studies to lead you into a world of benighted wonderment as enthralling as it is ominous.
     
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    Above are the Moon Phases and Divine Crucible patches.

     

    At the core of her artwork lies hand drawn original illustrations informed by witchcraft, magic, and the occult. Fantasy and mythology intersect with a touch of the macabre in her creations, which span a spectrum from patches and shirts to jewelry and prints. Everything is hand made by Adrienne in her workshop, one piece at a time.

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    On the left is the Seer’s Amulets mini patch set, and above it is the Death’s Head Moth patch on leather.

     

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    The Poison Apple Printshop Witch T shirt

     

    ⊕ SOVRIN ⊕

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    Kayla Garland knew from a young age that she wanted to be a fashion designer. She started SOVRIN in 2012 as a way to make the clothes which she wanted to wear but could not find anywhere else. Her work is known for soft black fabrics and darkly lovely prints inspired by sacred geometry and the anatomy of flora and fauna, all ethically and
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    The Witching Hour runic tunic tank

     

    A primary inspiration for Kayla is anatomy. She has long held an interest in skulls and bones, and is gradually accumulating a collection over time. Additionally,  the shadow side of life and nature mysticism also are sources of inspiration for Sovrin. The creative process is unpredictable, however, and spontaneity is also an important element.

     

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    Broken Serpent leggings

     

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    Runic Destroyed unisex tank top

  5. A Call To Arms: Swords and Sorcerous Jewelry

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    At Artisan, we take pride in showcasing the work of Pittsburgh artists and craftspeople. This blog post we feature a limited edition collection by two of our favorite designers.

    Poison Apple Printshop is a one-woman operation fueled by artist and printmaker Adrienne Rozzi. At the core of her artwork lies hand drawn original illustrations informed by witchcraft, magick, and the occult.

    Mod Evil design balances sharp lines, a reserved color palate, and a dark aesthetic with rich tones to create versatile modern jewelry with a gothic edge. Mod Evil jewelry is designed and hand fabricated in Pittsburgh by Anya Weitzman.
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    A favorite weapon of assassins, The Dagger is a double-edged blade with a sharp point designed for stabbing.It is used in witchcraft as a magical instrument of invocation and the focusing of will, as well as for the cutting of ties and the piercing of enemies at a distance.

     

    The design for this piece comes from “The Seer’s Amulets” series of drawings by Poison Apple Printshop. This dagger was hand forged out of sterling silver, etched on both sides, and hand finished with an antiquing patina.
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    The sorcerous trident is a mythical tool of the rulers of the seas. Used by King Neptune to direct the elemental forces of water, the trident is also wielded by the hindu god Shiva, lord of witches, yogis and goblins. Interestingly, we sometimes find infernal spirits depicted carrying the triple-pronged pitchfork as well. The Mariana Cuff can be used to harness powerful emotions, thoughts, and desires, channeling them toward the target of your choice. It confers to its bearer the steadfast strength of water, bringing balance and harmony to your life.

     

    Hand fabricated in solid gold-tone bronze, this adjustable brass cuff was finished with an antiquing patina and polished to shine.
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     The Siege Pendant amplifies your own defenses with two intersecting longswords. In the Tarot, the Two of Swords can represent making peace and seeking justice. The two swords also represent the crossroads, and because of this symbolize protection from negative influences coming from the four directions.  Arming yourself with the  talisman of the crossing longswords, you will cut through all of the challenges which come your way.

     

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    Handmade in solid sterling silver with a 24″ sterling silver chain,this pendant is etched on both sides and hand-finished with an antiquing patina, to bring out the beauty of this highly-detailed etch. The Longsword design is from the “The Tarot Suits” illustration by Poison Apple Printshop.

     

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    The Three of Swords Cuff is inspired by a controversial card of the Tarot. The 3 of Swords can be a grim omen of pain, sorrow, and interference; yet it can also appear as a warning of an upcoming challenge. With the knowledge of these possibilities, one may avert the misfortune through foreknowledge, or at very least mitigate its potential effects. This symbol used as a mystical weapon can make its wielder deadly to their enemies. By donning this cuff, one may become empowered to mercilessly conquer adversity.

     The design for this piece comes from “The Seer’s Amulets” series of drawings by Poison Apple Printshop. With hand etched daggers fabricated from solid gold-tone brass, this cuff is adjustable within a range.
    
    
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    When you are prepared to arm yourself, we at Artisan are ready and waiting for you with a fashionable arsenal. Once you don your chainmail and weapons of war, we also have delicious coffee and tea in the cafe on hand to fuel your daring quest.