Magic Is Real
Sideshow Gallery is a one-of-a kind curiosity shop & art gallery located on Western Ave in Chicago. When you enter the doors of our store you will find antiques, oddities, metaphysical items, gifts & all things strange & unusual. We are obsessed with the occult so you will find many things relating to magic, like crystals & candles. The shop also stocks witchcraft supplies for witches of all levels. Sideshow offers classes ranging from tarot to taxidermy, hosts markets, pop ups & events throughout our beautiful space. We like to say we have a morbid curiosity with a sense of humor.
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By Paul Sédir
A classic text on esoteric traditional herbalism from one of the most influential herbalists of the Paris occult revival.
• Includes a dictionary of nearly 300 magical plants with descriptions of each plant’s scientific name, common names, elemental qualities, ruling planets, and zodiacal signatures, with commentary on medico-magical properties and uses.
• Explores methods of phytotherapy and plant magic, including the Paracelsian “transplantation of diseases,” ritual pacts with trees, the secret ingredients of witches’ ointments, and the composition of magical philters.
• Explains the occult secrets of phytogenesis, plant physiology, and plant physiognomy (classification of plants according to the doctrine of signatures).
Merging the scientific discipline of botany with ancient, medieval, and Renaissance traditions of occult herbalism, this seminal guide was first published in French in 1902 as a textbook for students of Papus’s École hermétique and sparked a revival in the study of magical herbalism in early twentieth-century France.
A gorgeous and informative book!
Perfect for sampling, layering, or gifting. Create your signature scent with this beautifully curated sample set featuring 10 of Heretic’s top plant-based perfumes. Collection includes ten 2mL samples.
✤ Bergamusk- Uplifting Bergamot pairs with White Musk and Ambrettolide
✤ Dirty Suede- Exotic musk and velvety cedar blend with soft amber for a sensual scent
✤ Dirty Coconut- An elevated blend of Coconut, warm Vanilla and exotic Sandalwood
✤ Dirty Hinoki- Gounding Hinoki wood blends with crushed herbs, citrus, and sacred resins
✤ Florgasm- Seductive Jasmine flirts with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and a burst of Orange Blossom
✤ Dirty Vanilla- A not-so-vanilla scent with Amber, Sandalwood, and sweet Coriander
✤ Dirty Grass- Calming Vetiver and Lemon mingle with Galbanum
✤ Smudge- Cleansing Clary Sage intoxicates with Juniper, Labdanum, and Frankincense
✤ Scandalwood- Bulgarian Rose intoxicates with grounding Sandalwood, Coriander, and White Musk
✤ Dirty Patchouli- Wild patchouli leaves, vanilla, caramelized benzoin and labdanum
Sweep away what no longer serves you. These brooms stand as a symbol and a reminder to clean up your life! Hang them in your house to protect and cleanse your space.
**Handmade item by the ladies of Sideshow. Each broom is a little different. Flowers and charms are subject to change with what is seasonal availability.**
Milwaukee based artist Katie Gamb illustrates tiny worlds, creating backstories and personalities for her creatures. What do you think the story is between this rabbit and root vegetable?
✧ Print is 8×10”.
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Tarot Readings
Step into our mystical tarot room for a personalized reading! Whether you’re looking for guidance on an important topic or simply looking for a bit of insight, we will provide the right reading for you. Our intimate private space allows readers to connect with each patron. Sideshow Gallery hosts guest readers, along with our in house readers, The Demon Cleaner and Osythia Oracle.
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Step into our calm, mystical tarot room for personal reflection and intuitive guidance through a private tarot session. This 30-minute in-person reading is designed to support your inner wisdom, explore your questions, and illuminate possibilities—not to predict the future. Unlock fresh insight and gentle guidance to navigate your path with confidence and openness. Your story is unique—this session supports your empowerment every step of the way.
* This offering is intended as a spiritual support practice and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.
The Wheel of the Year Tarot Reading is a soulful, cyclical check-in designed to align you with the natural rhythms of the seasons—both around you and within you. Drawing inspiration from the eight seasonal festivals, this reading explores where you are in your personal cycle of growth, release, rest, and renewal.
Together, we’ll look at what’s coming into bloom, what’s asking to be let go, and what lessons the current season holds for you. Whether you’re seeking clarity, grounding, or a deeper sense of purpose, this reading offers gentle guidance to help you move forward with intention and awareness.
Perfect for transitions, birthdays, seasonal shifts, or anytime you want to reconnect with your inner compass. Anne, The Demon Cleaner will reach out to you after your purchase to schedule a day & time for your appointment.