Kitchen Witch Doll Ziafi red
$21.99
Size: 12 inches
The witch has a cheerful and slightly mischievous expression, with a broad smile and rosy cheeks. Her facial features are exaggerated and cartoon-like, giving her a friendly, grandmotherly appearance rather than a scary one. She wears a burlap type blouse with puffy sleeves. The skirt is made of colorful plaid fabric, trimmed with white lace. There’s a white crochet-like shawl tied over her shoulders. A classic pointed black witch hat sits atop her head, with some tufts of grey hair peeking out from underneath. Her hair is wild and grey, adding to her whimsical look. She’s holding a red broomstick, which she is “riding,” and the whole doll is suspended from a hook by a string, simulating her flying. Barefoot with visible toes, which adds a touch of charm and folk-art authenticity.
The Tale of Ziafi, the Kitchen Witch
Long ago, in a quiet mountain village nestled between sunlit hills and whispering forests, there lived a spirited old woman named Ziafi. With her wild silver hair, a crooked black hat, and a skirt stitched from the scraps of a hundred old aprons, she was known by all as the heart of the hearth.
Ziafi wasn’t just any old woman—she was a cucina strega, a kitchen witch. But unlike the witches in scary tales, Ziafi brought only good things. She had a magical touch with simmering stews, never burned her bread, and her kitchen always smelled of sweet herbs and warm spice. It was said that when her broom hung near the stove, not a single meal ever spoiled, and even the grumpiest uncle would leave the table smiling.
She’d mutter little rhymes to her pots, toss a pinch of salt over her shoulder, and always, always stir clockwise when making sauce. Some said it was just habit. Others swore it was enchantment. But no one could deny—wherever Ziafi’s broom was, peace and good flavor followed.
When she grew older, she began crafting little dolls in her image—each one hand-stitched with love, laughter, and a sprinkle of protective charm. She sent them off with travelers, newlyweds, and neighbors moving away. “Hang her in your kitchen,” she’d say, “and no stew shall sour, no mood shall darken.”
To this day, if you hang Ziafi in your kitchen, she’ll watch over your meals, chase away kitchen mishaps, and bring a little joy to your cooking. Just don’t forget to say “grazie” now and then—she likes a little appreciation.
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Kitchen Witch Doll Ziafi red
Kitchen Witch Doll Ziafi red: A kitchen witch, sometimes called a cottage witch is a homemade poppet or doll resembling a stereotypical witch or crone displayed in residential kitchens as a good luck charm and to ward off bad spirits.
History of Kitchen Witches
There is some debate over where the kitchen witch originated, some claiming Scandinavia and others Germany, but consensus points to older Northern European customs, as it seems to have been more widespread earlier. The poppet is supposed to depict a "good” witch who inspires productivity and safety in a kitchen, but also counteracts any ill-will directed to the home. It is considered good luck to give a kitchen witch to a friend or family member. So that those unfamiliar with the kitchen witch can understand its meaning, sometimes a note will be hung around the witch's neck stating something similar to: The Legendary Secret of Goof-Proof Cooking: The Famous Kitchen Witch. For centuries, Norwegians have hung this good witch in their kitchen. They believe she has the power to keep roasts from burning, pots from boiling over, and sauces from spilling.
We have a large selection of witch figures for you
Witches have a mystical and mysterious effect on people. But where does this mystery come from and what still connects people with witches today? The witch cult is now more of a cultural asset than a horror scenario. It is not for nothing that witch figures are very popular, for example as decorative items.
Witch figures for every taste
We offer you a variety of witch figures in our online shop. These are ideal as a gift for loved ones, for decorating your own four walls or as a commodity. In this way you can expand your range with a diverse product. Our witch figures differ in design and function.
History and origin - what belongs to witchcraft?
In fairy tales and in the late Middle Ages, the witch is seen as a woman with magical powers that she can use to cause harm. She is also said to have a connection to demons or the devil. It is not clear where the word "witch" comes from. It can be due to languages like Dutch, Norwegian, Danish or Swedish. The view of the time had little in common with cute witch figures. A witch was also considered to be someone who could predict the future. But also the preparation of magic potions, participation in dark rituals, flying with the typical witch's broom or influencing the weather were part of the witch's craft. From around 1400, these characteristics were part of the so-called witch code.
Especially at the Walpurgis festival, on the last night of April, witches still enjoy a lot of attention today. And not only in the Harz Mountains. The tradition in Europe goes back to pre-Christian times. The "Urharzer" celebrated their spring festival 1000 years ago. Wodan, the supreme god of the Germans, was married and the spring was welcomed - of course in exchange for appropriate offerings. Winter and all evil spirits should be driven away. With masks, disguises, fire and shots, this finally had to succeed, said the custom. "May has come," says the song, which is still sung today on Walpurgis Night.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.2 kg |
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| Dimensions | 31 × 12 × 12 cm |
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