I was uncertain of the time period I wanted to settle on for this world and was stuck between just after the Witch Trials of England (1690's) or the Victorian era (1830's). But later decided on the latter. I decided this would be a good idea so that my character can look back on these dark times and apply knowledge from the Witch Trials passed down to future predicaments and situations of her own.
She lives in a vastly vegetated area in the woods, close to a small local village. Similar to that of Lake Town (The Hobbit).
Because the world she lives in is mundane and punishes those host to magical abilities it means that her family craft would have to be in secret. Ingredients and magical items would be found in a secret underground market, owned by Folklore and magical beings such as trolls, fairies, brownies, leprechauns and more. I was quite inspired by the underground market from Hellboy 2, where this secret underground passage leads to a massive open community of bizarre and mysterious creatures.
For her cottage home I was very set on the cottage from Studio Ghibli's Kiki's Delivery Service. I love the interior and exterior design and the greenhouse they have, perfect for a Garden Witch. Its filled with plants, herbs and general nature and I can definitely imagine my character living in a place so comforting to her. The cottage itself is covered with leafy greens and surrounded by the woodlands, safe from the mundane world.
