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The idea behind House Magic is simple: "To help you create a beautiful and loving home that the whole family can enjoy and to which you can invite company without having to explain yourself!" writes author Ariana. Talk about practical magic. This good witch's down-to-earth guide tackles the bane of housekeeping in the opening pages, with an entire chapter devoted to eliminating clutter--wardrobe excess, piles of papers, that glut of children's toys, and even those dust-catching knickknacks. Some of her advice is predictably New Agey, such as clear "air clutter" with a sage stick. Other times, she offers common sense: "Deal with mail as soon as possible." And sometimes, she's superstitious: "It is good advice to keep the toilet lid down at all times, so you won't flush away your good fortune." Most of the time, though, Ariana offers a compelling blend of witch wisdom, pagan feng shui, and astrology, including advice on color schemes, furniture placement, and how to fill your home with "auspicious" symbols and objects (such as citrine clusters, coins, and fish). For the Wiccan inclined, this makes an excellent housewarming gift, packed with playful yet surprisingly useful homemaking advice. --Gail Hudson
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