Hey lovely witches! I wanted to share some of my PDF witchy books I have on my computer. I know itโs hard to find these books and not everyone has money to buy them or easy access. I hope I can help someone with this <3
Most of the books are on my google drive library, you can click on the link and then download if youโd like to.
A Manual of Occultism, by Sepharial
Mastering Witchcraft, by Paul Huson
Natural Magic, by Pamela J.Ball
Pagan Spells, Author Unknown
Herbal Magick - Herbal enchantments, folclore and divination by Gerina Dunwichย <3
Spell Crafts - Creating magical objects, by, Scott Cunningham and David Harringtonย <3
The Book of Power, by Idres Shah
The Complete book of Incense, Oils ad Brews, by Scott Cunningham
The Essential Skills of Magick - Benjamim Rowe
The Ultimate Book of Spells - Pamela J. Ball *my favorite spellbook*
50 of The Most Powerful Spells, by unknown author
Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
The Gardnerian Book of Shadows
The Basics of Magic, by K. Amber
8 Sabbaths of Witchcraft, by Mike Nichols
Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
Celtic Mythology and Religion, by Alexander Macbain
The Art and meaning of Magic, By Israel Regardie
An Introduction to the Study of Tarot, by Paul Foster Case
The Alchemy of Abundance, by Lisa McSherry
Encyclopedia of Acient Roman and Greek Mythology, by James Belton
Asgard and the Gods, byย M. W. MacDowall,
The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Spells by, Michael Johnstone
Witchesโ Bible by, Janet and Stewart Farrar
The Witchโs Master Grimoire, by Lady Sabrina
The meaning of Witchcraft, by Gerald Gardner
Aleister Crowley book collection (google drive)
Lid Off the Cauldron, by Patricia Crowther
A Grimoire for Modern Cunningfolk, byย Peter Paddon
The A to Z of Dream Interpretation, by Pamela J. Ball
The Dream Oracle, by Pamela J. Ball
The Great Book of Spells, by Pamela J. Ballย <3
The Techniques of Astral Projection,ย By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
The Opening of the Third Eye, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
Historical Dictionary of Witchcraft, By Bailey Michael
The Goddess is in Details, by Deborah Blakeย <3
Circle, Coven and Grove, by Deborah Blake
A Witchโs Dozen, by Deborah Blakeย <3
Witchcraft on a Shoestring by Deborah Blake
Egyptian Magic, By Ernest Budge
Advanced Candle Magick, By Raymond Buckley
Amulets and Magic, By Budge Walli
Pen and Ink Witchcrafr , By Collin Calloway
Basic Sigil Magic, By Philip Cooper
The Occult Properties of Herbs , By W.B Crow
Shadow Work Guidebook, by Jessica Cross
Gemstone Sorcery, By Gerina Dunwichย <3
Wicca A to Z Byย Gerina Dunwich
Every Witch Way By Ellen Dugan <3
Power Of The Witch By Laurie Cabot <3
The Spiral Dance By Starhawk <3
Spiritual Power - Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee
Book of Shadows By, Phyllis Curott:
Witchcrafting By Phyllis Curott
Spells for the Solitary Witch By Eileen Holland
Wiccan Magick By Raven Grimassi
The Witchโs Familiar By Raven Grimassi
Magical Candle Crafting By Ember Grant
Magical Powder Recipes By Lady Gianne
Wicca For Beginners By Lisa Chamberlain
Scott Cunninghamโs Books:
Divination for Beginners
Wicca in the Kitchenย <3
Book of Shadows
Living Wicca
Crystal Gem and Metal Magickย <3
Wicca
Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
Magical Household, Rituals and spells for the homeย <3
D.J Conwayโs Books:
Mystical Dragon
Norse Magic
Wicca, The Complete Craft
Falcon, Feather and Valkyrie Sword
Celtic Magic
Christopher Penczakโs Books
Gay Witchcraft - Christopher Penczak
The Living Temple of Witchcraft V. II- Christopher Penczak
The Gates of Witchcraft
The Living Temple of Witchcraft V.IIย
Mystic Foundation
The Outer Temple Of Witchcraft
The Inner Temple of Witchcraft
The Witchโs Shield
Cassandra Easonโs Books:
A Practical Guide of Witchcraft and Spells,ย
Fabulous Creatures, Mythical Monsters and Animal Power Symbols
Candle Power
The Art of Pendulum
The Complete Guide to Psychic Development
Illes Judikaโs Books:
Magic When You Need It - 150 Spells
Pure Magic
The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
Ellwood Taylorโs Books:
Pop Culture Magic
The Pop Culture Grimoire
Multi-Media Magic
Manifesting Prosperity
For those of you who wish to see my full library on the drive, feel free to send me a message and I will send you the link!
Drying herbs is a simple practice, and there are several methods to choose from depending on the type of herb and your desire use. Here's how I dry my herbs:
1. Drying on Newspaper
This method works well for larger leaves and herbs that donโt need to be hung.
Lay the herbs flat on a clean sheet of newspaper in a single layer.
Place the newspaper in a dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
Turn the herbs occasionally to ensure even drying.
Once the herbs are dry and crisp to the touch, theyโre ready for storage.
2. Hanging Herbs Upside Down
Perfect for longer herbs, like rosemary, lavender or thyme, that can be tied together.
Gather small bunches of herbs and secure them with a cord or string.
Wrap the herbs loosely in a breathable cloth, like cheesecloth or muslin. This helps them air freely while catching any small leaves or flowers that may shed during the drying process.
Hang the bunches upside down in a cool, dry place with good airflow. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can degrade the color and potency.
Once the herbs are completely dry (they should crumble easily), remove the leaves or store them as they are.
I do this with fresh lavender that I put in my closet as shown in the picture.
3. Pressing Herbs
This method is ideal for preserving delicate leaves or flowers for decorative purposes or rituals.
Place the herbs between sheets of paper (such as parchment or regular printer paper).
Insert the paper into a thick book, ensuring the herbs are spread flat and evenly.
Place additional books or a weight on top to press them.
Leave them for 1โ2 weeks, checking occasionally for dryness.
4. Drying Small Petals
For small, delicate petals or flowers, a rule bag works wonders.
Place the petals or flowers in a breathable rule bag (such as a mesh or cotton drawstring bag).
Hang the bag in a dry, ventilated area.
Shake the bag gently every few days to prevent clumping and to ensure even drying.
General Tips for Best Results
Use Breathable Cloths: Wrapping your herbs or laying them on a breathable cloth allows air to circulate freely, preventing mold while catching any small leaves or flowers that shed during the drying process.
Timing: Dry herbs as soon as possible after harvesting to retain their potency and fragrance.
Environment: Choose a dry, cool, and ventilated area to prevent mold or mildew.
Labeling: If drying multiple herbs, label them to avoid confusion.
Storage: Once dried, store your herbs in airtight containers away from sunlight and moisture.
Using Dried Herbs
Always check if the plant is safe for use before collecting it. Do not make tea or touch anything with unknown properties. Always clean your plants before drying.
Once your herbs are dried, you can use them for teas, rituals, incense, or other magical and practical purposes. Always remember to respect and honor the plants you've harvested by using them mindfully.
Youโll need:
ยฐ candles
ยฐ storm water
ยฐ filtered sea water*
ยฐ cinnamon
ยฐ star anise
ยฐ rosemary
ยฐ thyme
ยฐ a scrap of fabric
ยฐ thread
Assemble your cinnamon, star anise, rosemary and thyme in the scrap of fabric, and with your string, fashion a sachet. This is going to hang from the faucet while the bath water is being drawn.
Light candles, let the flames spark your creativity, your passion.
While your bath is running, add a small amount of storm water and sea water* to give yourself that little extra oomph.
Focus on drawing in the heat of the bath, the light of the candles, the scent of the herbs.
Bathe as normal.
*if you donโt have sea water handy, double the amount of storm water.
God of: Personification of the Ocean, God of Brewing and the Sea
Culture: Norse
Symbols: Aegishjalmur, Laguz Rune
Plants: Oak, Polybody, Rose
Animals: Dolphins, Whales and other Sea Creatures
Colors: Blue, Green, Turquoise and other sea-like shades
Tarot: King of Cups
Offerings: Singing Sea Shanties, Seashells and Pearls, Cleaning up shores and the oceans, Bread, Sea Glass, A Bowl of Salt Water with food dropped into it, Anything related to the sea. Do not offer most Beers as he does not like the modern chemical-filled ales. Homebrew or Local Brew beer is better.ย
๐ Aengus Og
God of: Youth, Love, Poetic Inspiration, Summer, Healing
Offerings: Cool Water, Strong Liquor like Rum, Spicy Foods, Dark and Bitter Chocolate, Strong Incense, Cypress Oil, Locks and Keys, Honor the dead and your ancestors, Leave flowers on graves, Support orphans and the homeless, Act as a guide for someone
๐ Aphrodite
Goddess of: Love, Beauty, Fertility
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Seashells, Scallop Shells, Venus, Golden Apples, 5, Mirrors
Colors: Red, Pink, Violet, Silver, Aqua, Seafoam, Light Blue
Tarot: The Empress, The Lovers, The Star, The Suit of Cups
Offerings: Roses, Chocolate, Apples, Jewelry, Beauty Products, Seashells, Olive Oil, Honey, Wine, Cinnamon, Art and Music, Mirrors, Rose Quartz
โ๏ธ Apollo
God of: The Sun, Prophecy, Oracles, Light, Music, The Arts, Song, Poetry, Healing, Medicine, Plague, Disease, Protection of the youth, Knowledge, Herds
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Lyre, Laurel Wreath, Silver Bow and Arrows, Tripod, The Sun, Sunday,ย
Plants: Laurel, Larkspur, Cypress, Apple Trees, Palm Trees, Hyacinthus
Offerings: Red Wine, Olive Oil, Sun Water, Citrus Fruits, Honey, Golden Objects, Feathers, Lamb or Goat Meat, Cheese, Bread, Sunflowers, Laurel Wreaths, Aloe Vera
๐ Arawnย
God of: Ruler of Annwn the Celtic Otherworld, Leader of the Wild Hunt, Death, The Underworld and Justice
Offerings: Game Birds such as Duck or Turkey, Bread, Honey, Milk, Mead and Ale
๐ Archangel Michael
God of: One of the highest-ranking Angels, Rules over The Sun, Protection, Courage, Justice, Order, Leadership, Health, Compassion, Travel, Magic, Guidance, Triumph, Strength and Confidence
Culture: Christian
Symbols: Scales, Swords
Plants: Michaelmas Daisies, Basil, Sunflower
Animals: Dragon
Colors: Gold, Orange, Yellow
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant
Offerings: Standing up for others and helping the environment, Wine, Water, Lamb meat, White Wool, Frankincense
Symbols: Silver Wheel, Full Moon, Weaving Tools, The Zodiac, Corona Borealis
Plants: Ivy, Lavender, Rosemary, Cedar, Pine
Animals: Spiders, Owls, Wolves
Colors: Silver, White, Green, Blue, Purple
Tarot: The Star, The Moon, Wheel of Fortune
Offerings: Silver Coins, White Candles, Wheat, Fruits, Home-cooked meals, Salads, Wine, Water, Hot Teas, Smoothies, Study the Constellations and the Zodiac
๐น Artemis
Goddess of: The Hunt, Wild Animals, Wilderness, Childbirth, Girls, Chastity, Archery, Disease and Plague
Tarot: The High Priestess, The Hanged Man, Temperance, The Moon, Queen of Pentacles, Knight of Cups, Page of Wands
Offerings: Red Wine, Olive Oil, Honey, Water, Almonds, Walnuts, Honeycakes, Fruit, Artemisia Plants, Arrows, Dance, Cypress, Pine Cones and Branches, Cider, Game Meat, Protect nature and wildlife, Always help animals and women in need, Go hiking, Research native plants and animals, Follow the moon phases and work with them
Symbols: Basket, Ankh, The Sun and Moon, Perfume Jar
Plants: Catnip, Vervain, Cinnamon, Cannabisย
Animals: Cat, Lion
Colors: Green, Gold
Tarot: The Chariot, Strength, The Sun
Offerings: Perfume, Salves and Body Scrubs, Milk, Meat, Honey, Gold Items, Chocolate, Pastries, Onions and Garlic, Bread, Beer, Tea, Taking care of cats
๐ Benzaiten / Benten
Goddess of: Water, Literature, Music, Wealth, Femininity, Fertility, Dance, Love
Animals: Snakes, Sheep, Cows, Bees, Owls and Hibernating animals
Colors: Green, Red, White, Gold and Blue
Tarot: The Hierophant, The Lovers, Strength, The Hermit, The Sun, Suit of Wands
Offerings: Blackberries, Milk, Bread, Herbal Teas, Heather, Brigidโs Cross, Beer, Apple Cider, Honey, Baked Goods, Corn Dollies, Sheeps Wool Products, Jewelry or Metal Items, Eggs, Cakes left on the windowsill at Imbolc
โ๏ธ Cailleach
Goddess of: Winter, Wind, The Cold, Creation, Transformation
Culture: Celtic
Symbols: Hammers, Hills, Mountains, Skulls, Snow, Wands, Waning Moons
God of: Kingship, The Sky, War, Protection, Healing
Culture: Egyptian
Symbols: Crown, Eye of Horus, Ankh, The Sun, The Moon
Plants: Acacia, Lettuce, Iris, Lotus, Olive
Animals: Falcon, Hawk, Bull, Peacock, Lion
Colors: Green
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant, The Chariot, The Sun, Judgment, King of Swords
Offerings: Raw meat left out for hawks and falcons, Bread, Weaponry, Water, Milk, Ale, Wine, Coffee, Fruits and Vegetables, Figs, Dates, Chocolate with nuts,ย
Goddess of: Love, Demonic, Beauty, Wisdom, Life, Rebirth, Fertility, Motherhood, Inner-strength, Illumination, Mysteries, Spiritual Initiation, The Night, The Evening Star
Culture: Demonic
Symbols: Crossroad, Dark Moon
Plants: Apple, Poisonous Plants like Belladonna and Hemlock, Mugwort, Sandalwood, Rose
Animals: Owl, Serpent, Cat, Goat
Colors: Black, Red
Tarot: The Devil
Offerings: Apples, Pomegranates, Wine, Chocolate, Rose, Champagne, Honey, Seductive Perfume, Fancy Jewelry, Swords and Daggers, Red or Black Silk, Mirrors
๐ค Loki
God of: Trickery
Culture: Norse
Symbols: Bjarken and Logr Runes, Fishing Nets, Masks, Earthquakes
Plants: Mistletoe, Birch, Common Haircap Moss, Bentgrass, Cinnamon, Dandelion, Beech, Blackthorn, Elder, Elm, Ivy, Juniper, Mullein, Thistle, Willow, Yew
God of: Justice, Compassion, War, Healing, Magic, Storms, Agriculture
Culture: Mesopotamianย
Symbols: Lightning, War Chariot, Weapons
Plants: Grain
Animals: Horse, Dog, Dragon, Eagle
Colors: Gold
Tarot: The Emperor
Offerings: Beer, Ale, Daggers, Golden Jewelry, Bread and Grains, Coffee, Artwork and Poetry, Feathers, Meat, Fruit
๐ฏ๏ธ Medea
Goddess of: Witch and Priestess of Hecate, Invoke for Justice, Vengeance and Protection
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Poisons, Cauldrons, Golden Fleece
Plants: Juniper, Olive, Wolfโs Bane
Animals: Dragon, Snake
Colors: Gold, White
Tarot: The Magician
Offerings: Wine, Frankincense, Milk, Honey, Poisons, Artifacts of Witchcraft, Flowers, Snake and Dragon Imagery
๐คฐ Mokosh
Goddess of: Spinning, Weaving, Fiber Arts, Moisture, Shearing, Protection, Childbirth, Spell Casting, Fate, Fertility, Life, Death and Rebirth
Culture: Slavic
Symbols: Mokosh Stones, Rain, Solar and Earthly Symbols
Plants: Local Seasonal Plants
Animals: Sheep, Cat, Horse
Colors: Gold, White, Red
Tarot: The Empress
Offerings: Personal Needlework, Wool and Flax, Grains and Bread, Salt, Oilseeds, Dairy, Berries, Eggs (especially Pisanki), Porridge, Milk, Honey, Herbs, Fruits, Vegetables, A lock of your own hair, Locally sourced seasonal crops
Plants: Avens, Ferns, Oak, Oak Moss, Polybody, Verbena, Rosemary, Reeds, Bay
Animals: Fish, Aquatic Creatures
Colors: Blue
Tarot: King of Cups
Offerings: Fish, Seafood, Pork, Chocolate Coins, Sea Salt Chocolate, Dark Beer, Gin, Golden Items, Beads, Shells, Tobacco, Fishing Gear
๐ Nut
Goddess of: Nightย
Culture: Egyptian
Symbols: Ankh, Water Pot
Plants: Sycamore, Fig
Animals: Boar, Cow, Vulture, Hippo
Colors: Dark Blue
Tarot: The Star
Offerings: Milk, Cool Water, Star-shaped Foods, Blue Goldstone, Blue Flowers
๐ Nyx
Goddess of: Nightย
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Crescent Moon, Mist, Darkness, Stars
Plants: Poppies, Night blooming Lilies, Moon Flowers, Gladiolus
Animals: Owl, Crow, Bat
Colors: Dark Blue, Black
Tarot: The Star
Offerings: Milk, Black Coffee or Tea, Dark Chocolate, Silver Jewelry, Dragon Fruit, Dew gathered before the run rises, Wine, Dark Beer or Liquors, Starry and Celestial Items
๐ Odin
God of: Wisdom, Healing, Death, Royalty, The Gallows, Frenzy, Knowledge, War, Battle, Victory, Sorcery, Poetry and The Runic Alphabet
Animals: Peacock, Vulture, Catfish, River Fish in general, Cricket, Leopard, Crocodile
Colors: White, Gold, Amber, Yellow, Coral
Tarot: The Empress
Offerings: Honey (taste before you offer it) , A Bowl of water, Flowers, Seashells, Beauty Items, Chamomile Tea, Cooked Shrimp and Spinach, Yellow and Orange fruits and vegetables, Sliced Orange drizzled with tasted cinnamon honey
โฐ๏ธ Osiris
God of: The Underworld, Death and Resurrection, Fertility, Agriculture
Plants: Willow, Tamarisk Tree, Many types of houseplants
Animals: Bull, Ostrich, Dog
Colors: Black, Green
Tarot: The Emperor, The Hierophant, The Lovers, The Hanged Man, Death, Judgment
Offerings: Green and Black crystals, Bread, Beer, Beef, Bird meat, Nice Clothing
๐ซ๏ธ แปya
Goddess of: Weather, Death and Rebirth, A Psychopomp, Patron of the Niger River (Odรฒ-แปya)
Culture: Yoruba
Symbols: Lightning, Sword or Machete, Fly-whisk
Plants: Akoko Tree (Newbouldia laevis), Camwood, Camphor, Cypress, Marigold, Mimosa
Animals: Water Buffalo, Antelope, Sheep, Locust
Colors: Purple, Burgundy, The Rainbow
Tarot: Strength, The High Priestess, The Empress
Offerings: Starfruit, Black-eyed Peas, Plums, Purple Grapes, Nine Eggplants is a traditional offering (or one Eggplant sliced into nine pieces), Red Wine
๐ Pan
God of: The Wild, Shepherds and Flocks, Rustic Music, Fertility, Hunters, Mountains, Forests and Meadows
Culture: Greek
Symbols: Panpipes
Plants: Coriscan Pine, Water-reed, Pine Trees
Animals: Goat
Colors: Green, Brown, Purple
Tarot: The Fool, The Lovers, The Devil, King of Pentacles, Page of Pentacles
Offerings: Pine cones, Pine Branches, Animal Bones, Musical Instruments (especially Woodwinds), Milk, Honey, Lamb or Goat Meat
Colors:ย Green, Silver, Black, White, Gray, Red, Maroon, Brown
Tarot: The Moon
Offerings: Soft-sounding Music, A white candle with the number 7 carved into it, White Flowers, Apples, Willow, Ivy, Evergreens, Caring for Horses, Caring for Dogs, Studying liminal spaces and astral work
๐ Santa Muerte
Goddess of: Healing, Protection, Financial Wellbeing, The Afterlife
Culture: Mexican
Symbols: Scythe, Globe, Scales of Justice, Oil Lamp
Offerings: (Traditional liquid offerings are poured into the ground and food is buried ) Red Wine, Olive Oil, Water, Honey, Poppy Seeds, Black Tea, Dark Chocolate, Feathers, Animal Bones, Snake Skin, Graveyard Dirt (collected respectfully)
๐ The Dagda
God of: Fertility, Agriculture, Strength, Magic, Druidry, Wisdom, Father-figure, King andย Druid
Culture: Celtic
Symbols: Club, Cauldron, Harp
Plants: Grains, Oats
Animals: Pig, Bull
Colors: Black, Silver, White, Purple
Tarot: Strength, Wheel of Fortune, The World, King of Pentacles, King of Wands
Tarot: The Magician, The Hierophant, The Star, The Moon
Offerings: Black Tea, Water, Honey, Blackberries, Apricots, Salmon or Tuna, Oranges (and orange-flavored things), Walnuts or Cashews, Quills, Fountain Pens, Leather-bound Books and Journals, Books you think heโd enjoy, Silver, Poetry, Dark Chocolate, Whiskey, Gin, Mead, Mint Tea, Moon Water
God of: The Underworld, Earth, Water, Music, Magic, Trickery, Cattle, Wealth
Culture: Slavic
Symbols: The Symbol of Veles
Plants: Willow
Animals: Cow, Bear, Snake, Wolf, Dragon, Owl
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Red
Tarot: The Magician, The Hierophant, The Star, The Moon
Offerings: Cooked Corn, Bread, Herbs (especially Basil), Wooden Flutes and String Instruments, Black Wool or Fur, Things carved from Wood, Coins, Chicken, Mistletoe, Music,ย
โฆ๏ธ Virgin Mary
Goddess of: Mother of Jesus
Culture: Christian
Symbols: Golden Apples, Ashwood Box
Plants: Anemone, Lily of the Valley, Primula, Rose, Snowdrop, Strawberry
Animals: Songbirds
Colors: Green, Silver, Red, Yellow
Tarot: Page of Wands, Queen of Cups, Queen of Pentacles
Offerings: Candles, Sweet-smelling Oils, Herbs and Flowers that are sacred to her
๐ง๏ธ Zeus
God of: King of the Gods, The Sky, Weather, Law, Order, Justice, Hospitality
Plants: Oak, Olive, Wild Celery, Artichoke, White Poplar, Linden Tree
Animals: Eagle, Bull, Cuckoos, Swan
Colors: Gold, Yellow, Blue, White, Purple, Silver
Tarot: The Emperor, Justice, Wheel of Fortune, King of Swords, The Fool
Offerings: Wine, Olive Oil, Water, Honey, Milk, Red Meat, Bread and Cakes, Rainwater, Golden Objects, Crowns, Scales, Eagle Feathers, Oak Branches and Leaves, Beef or Mutton, Whiskey, Cinnamon
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Green Tea: Interferes with Cancer Growth, Prevents clogged arteries, Burns fat, Relieves stress, Reduces risk of neurological disorders like Alzheimers and Parkinsons, Reduces stroke risk, Improves cholesterol // Health, Longevity, Love and Passion
Black Tea: Protects lungs from smoking damage, Helps with asthma, Reduces stroke risk // Brings Excitement, Courage and Wealth
White Tea: Has the most potent anti-cancer properties of any tea, Rich in antioxidants, Reduces risk of heart disease, Weight loss benefits, Promotes tooth and dental health, May lower risk of insulin resistance, May protect and fight against osteoporosis, Combats skin aging, Protects against neurological disorders like Alzheimers and Parkinsons // Healing, Cleansing, Spiritual Communication, Psychic Energy
Oolong Tea: Helps protect against diabetes, Promotes Heart health, Weight Loss benefits, Improves brain function, Protects against certain cancers, Promotes tooth and bone health, Relieves Eczema // Love, Serenity, Balance and Reflection
during the colder months, a cup of hot cocoa can bring wonderful warmth and coziness. you can add a few spices to bring magick into the mug that inspires happiness, healing, and self-love. you will need:
โพ ยผ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (self love and grounding)
โพ ยฝ cup granulated sugar (granting wishes)
โพ 1/3 cup hot water
โพ ยผ tsp salt
โพ 4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
โพ 1 tsp vanilla extract (love, restoring lost energy)
โพ 1 tsp fresh orange zest (abundance and happiness)
โพ a pinch of ground nutmeg (attracting prosperity)
โพ a pinch of allspice (warmth and healing)
combine the cocoa, sugar, salt, nutmeg and allspice with the water in a pot over medium heat. stir constantly until the mixture boils; continue stirring constantly for 1 more minute.
stir in the milk and continue to heat the mixture, without letting it boil. remove from heat and add vanilla and orange zest. serve immediately.
So, every Winter Solstice, I do a simmer pot to enliven my space, cleanse the air, and enhance happiness and luck for the coldest months of the year. It's also a solid offering to my spirits, giving them a nice boost of energy at this time of year.
I always try to make the simmer pot edible also. I like to be able to drink the results!
This year, I'm switching things up a little bit. I'm gonna be experimenting with ingredients I don't usually use to see how it goes! I'm also doing this in the morning instead of in the afternoon to make more time for feast preparations!
Here's what I'm putting in my pot and what it's for:
Enough water to float everything safely, adding more as it evaporates throughout the morning
Sliced apples - Love, happiness, luck
Sliced oranges - Happiness, sun energy
Lemon juice - Cleansing, joy, sun energy
Cranberries - Health, protection from illness and misfortune
Cinnamon sticks - Happiness, fire energy, wealth
Cloves - Warmth, fire energy, luck, protection from misfortune
Brown sugar - Sweetness, happiness, love
If I wasn't planning on drinking some of this, I'd include pine needles -- I don't love the taste, and I want to enjoy this!
The idea is to fill a pot with water and gently add all the ingredients. Then, bring it up to heat and let it simmer on low heat for as long as I like, adding water as it evaporates. Once it's nice and steamy, I'll take a cup of it and carry it around my apartment to flick small amounts of fragrant water here and there.
And even if it's cold, I'll open up the windows for a few minutes to let the air flow. It's so important to keep air moving in the winter; otherwise, it gets stagnant and stale, and it makes me feel worse.
I don't usually, but I think this year, I'll also use it as a wash for my front door. We could definitely use a boost in luck and protection and joy for next year!
Spring is rolling right along, and my garden is blooming like mad. I noticed the other day that some of my rosebushes are already budding, and I look forward to their blossoms every year, not only because I enjoy the vibrant hues of my rose shrubs and roses are favorites of the pollinators in my neighborhood (who doesn't love to see happy bees and butterflies hanging around?), but also because roses are a versatile magical ally that can be put to use in a number of ways.
Perhaps best known for their use in love magic, roses can also be utilized in spells for luck, beauty, health, protection, or binding, or in divination work. In this piece, we'll explore some magical uses for roses, including spells and divination methods for all experience levels.
Rose season varies depending on the variety of rose in question and the growing area in which one lives, but many rose varieties bloom (sometimes once or twice and sometimes continually) from midspring through fall, which means that the days of rose blooms are nearly upon us in the northern hemisphere. Hopefully there's something for everyone in this piece, and we can all take advantage of the rose season to come this year.
SPELLS
WISHING SPELLS
There are a few ways to use roses in wish spells. Roses, known for the sweetness of their scent, are believed to attract goodness and positivity, making them the perfect addition to any wishing or fortune spell. Perhaps their sweet scent will be just the thing to attract the outcome you seek.
Planting the Wish
What youโll need:
A rose petal / rose petals
Pen or marker (optional)
What to do:
Share your wish with a rose petal. You can do this by whispering the wish to the petal, by holding the petal to your chest as you think on the wish, or even by writing the wish upon the petal.
Now all you need to do is bury the petal. Itโs preferred that you โplantโ the rose petal at the base of something growing โ a rosebush, a tree, flowers. This adds strength to your spell and helps your wish to grow into being.
Casting the Wish
What youโll need:
A rose petal / rose petals
Pen or marker (optional)
What to do:
This spell is to be done on a windy day. Much like the spell above, you can share your wish(es) with your rose petal in whatever way you prefer.
Hold the rose petal(s) up above your head between your forefinger and your thumb. When youโre ready (and when the wind is blowing), release the petal(s) into the wind and let it carry your wish(es) to fruition.
the Wisherโs Bag
What youโll need:
You can use any combination of the plants listed or all of them! It's entirely up to you!
Drawstring bag or a square of cloth and a ribbon or string to make your own bag with
What to do:
Fill your drawstring bag (preferably made of something breathable, like organza or cotton) with any, or all, of the above plants. As you fill your bag, think about what youโre wishing for, thinking about it coming true and pouring your hopes into the bag.
If the plants were already dried when you put them in the bag, you can go ahead and put the bag in your purse or wear it around your neck, or you can hang the bag up near your door, above your bed, in an area in your home associated with your wish (for example, in an office or study space if your wish has something to do with your work or academics).
If the plants were fresh, hang your bag up where sunlight will hit it to dry the plants โ on a porch, in the window, anywhere that gets good sunlight. After the plants have dried, you can put the bag in any of the above listed places, or you can carry the bag with you.
Every now and then, or every day if you like, hold the bag in your hands and think about your wish, filling the bag of plants with your hopeful energy.
the Wisherโs Working Oil & the Wisherโs Jar
The ingredients listed above in the Wisherโs Bag spell can also be used with a jar instead of a bag.
What to do (the Wisher's Jar):
You can either fill the jar with dried plants to make a Wisherโs Jar, or you put fresh or dried plants into the jar and then fill the jar with an oil of your choosing. Grapeseed oil is commonly used. Now you not only have made a wisherโs jar spell, but youโre also making a Wisherโs Working Oil.
What to do (the Wisher's Working Oil):
You can use this oil as added oomph in any spell pertaining to you meeting your goals or obtaining your wishes. You can use it to:
anoint candles youโre using in the spell,
anoint yourself while working,
anoint tools used in said spell.
Rosa centifolia (cabbage rose); Pierre-Joseph Redoutรฉ
GLAMORS & BEAUTY
Rosewater & Rose Oil
Rosewater can be used in a number of magical ways as part of any glamor or spell to amplify attraction or beauty. It can be used as a facial toner, can be used to anoint mirrors and beauty application tools, can be sprayed upon clothing or fabric, can be used to wash hair, and has many other uses and applications.
NOTE: If you wish to use rosewater in any food or drink, be sure to use petals from edible rose variations. Older heirloom varieties are said to be best for cooking with and for rosehip teas. Lady of Shallot, Rosa Blanc Double de Coubert, Rosa Centifolia, Rosa Damascena, Rosa Gallica are popular varieties to use for cooking and teas, as are Wild Roses. And remember, the more fragrant the rose, the stronger the flavor. You can always purchase food-safe dried rosehips, leaves, and petals from tea stores. When collecting hips and petals yourself, always be sure that youโre not using anything thatโs been exposed to pesticides or herbicides.
Making rosewater can be incredibly easy as well! Youโll find a few methods of making rosewater here, and of making rose oil here.
Itโs said that dabbing a bit of rose oil or rosewater behind your ears magically enhances your beauty, making your best features stand out to those around you and giving you a vibrant, effortless glow that attracts people to you.
Rosewater, rose petals, and/or rose oil are all also a great foundation to build a beautifying bath spell on.
Color Me Pretty Sympathetic Magic
Hereโs a little ditty from my childhood. This spell is one that wasnโt at all odd to come across in a schoolyard or classroom where I'm from. Itโs something that we partook in as youths before we were really old enough to understand or realize that we were practicing sympathetic magic, which is a fairly common method of magic in that region. This was something that we used to do during recess and at sleepovers or camp as a โgameโ.
Rose petals โ they must be red or dark or bright pink
What to do:
Draw a picture of yourself โ it can be a simple picture, but you should include identifying details (freckles, haircut, standout features).
Then, take the rose petal(s) and smear it upon the paper to add color to the cheeks (and lips, if you want to). Itโs as simple as that, folks.
We used to fold the pictures up and tuck them away somewhere. At sleepovers, weโd sleep with them under our pillows. Sometimes weโd just hang the picture up in our rooms or on the refrigerator. The beautifying effects of this easy spell arenโt meant to last too long, nor is it intended to drastically change anything about your appearance; itโs just to give you that added glow to your natural beauty.
LOVE
Roses are a well-known aid in love magic and there's a plethora of information around as to how to use roses to such ends, so I'll not spend too much time in this piece dedicated to the matter.
Scattering Rose Petals
It's said that walking through a garden or field and scattering rose petals as you go along could attract new love into your life. Beyerl specifies in the Master Book of Herbalism that doing so unclothed is preferred, but it's also said that doing so whilst wearing white (further symbolizing newness, hope, beginnings) or pink (symbolizing love and happiness) is ideal.
Preserving Love & Promoting Romance and Harmony
What you'll need:
Rose petals (fresh or dried)
A photo of your love
A photo album (optional)
A safety pin or rape (optional)
What to do:
Place rose petals near or on an image of your love, encouraging harmonious love and affection between you.
You can pin the petals to a photo, tape them around a frame holding a picture of your love, or keep them on or around a picture in a photo album or billfold.
There is another variation of this work -
What you'll need:
A jar, tin, or box (it should have a lid, so as to keep from attracting ants or other bug or mice friends)
A photo of your love
Rose petals
Sugar
What to do:
Pour your sugar and rose petals into the jar, tin, or box. Place the photo of you love in the bed of sugar and rose petals. This promotes love and sweetness, keeping your relationship happy and romantic. It can also be used for those wishing to draw someone their way in a romantic sense, perhaps someone they wish to date that they feel might not yet see their romantic feelings.
Rose Water, Perfume, Potpourri, or Incense to Attract Your Desired
In Gillian Kmep's the Good Spell Book she features a spell using rose-scented incense to encourage attraction from someone you have interest in. It's also said, outside of Kemp's work, that wearing rose-scented perfumes or dabbing rose water behind one's ears or at one's neck before going to see the person you desire will encourage their attraction. Burning potpourri or incense featuring rose as an ingredient whilst you ready yourself to see that person can also have the same effect.
Rosa moschata (musk rose); Pierre-Joseph Redoutรฉ
PROTECTION, BANISHING, & BINDING
Door Warding for Protection of the Home
DISCLAIMER: If you have cats or other pets that will swat at something hanging or try to chew on something hanging on your wall or door, this is not the spell for you. The rose thorns may cause injury.
What youโll need:
Rose thorns
Yarn or ribbon (preferably red or black, or both)
Bells (optional)
Nails (optional)
What to do:
Cut good, long lengths of yarn or ribbon (red and black are great colors to use for protection, warding, and banishing work). Youโll need at least 9 strands for this spell, but you can add (in multiples of three) as many as youโd like.
With your yarn or ribbon all cut roughly the same length, separate them into groups of three. Braid each group of yarn or ribbon using a simple three-strand braid technique.
Gather the top of the braids together in one hand and secure a knot, tying all of your braids together. Youโll end up with something that sort of resembles the end of a cat of nine tails now. You can either leave your braids like this or you can braid each of the braids together until youโve formed one thick braided cable.
Whether youโve chosen to keep your braids separate or braid them together, now is the time to add your rose thorns. Taking care not to poke yourself, pierce the braids with the sharp end of the rose thorns. You want to push it in far enough that your rose thorns are secure and will not fall out. If you like, you can push it far enough in that the sharp end of the thorns poke out the other side of the braid.
If you want, you can add bells (small jingle bells or whichever bells you like) to the door warding โ bells are known to ring and alert one to the presence of evil or malicious figures or energy. Tie your bells to the ends of your braid(s).
For added protection, you can insert nails into the braid(s), especially iron nails, in the same way you did the thorns.
Now all thatโs left is to hang this protective charm up either on your door, on your doorframe, or on the wall near your door to keep your home safe and sound, protected from malevolent spirits, energies, and people alike.
Protection & Banishing Candle Spell
What youโll need:
1 candle (preferably red or black)
Rose thorns
Salt (optional)
What to do:
If you choose to include salt in this spell, form a ring of salt around the candleholder and unlit candle.
Add a ring of thorns, placing them on top of the ring of salt.
Light your candle and sit for a while, thinking on what you want to protect from/what you wish to banish or cast out. Pour that energy into the candleflame, imagining it growing stronger and hotter and being fed by your energy and your wishes.
Let the candle burn down on its own.
Binding Spell
What youโll need:
Thread, yarn, or ribbon (preferably red or black, or both)
Rose thorns
What to do:
Cut nine lengths of thread, yarn, or ribbon. Separate those nine lengths into groups of three.
Braid each group of three, resulting in three braids.
You can now either braid those three braids together to form one thick braid, or you can tie the ends of the braids together to form one long braid (but donโt gather the top and tail of the braid and tie it; we donโt want it to form a circle because we still have tying yet to do).
Tie knots into your braid. You can tie either three or nine knots. Most people tie nine if theyโre braid is long enough, but Iโve known it to be done with three as well. Think about who it is youโre binding with this spell and what youโre binding them from doing, and, as you tie each knot, say (either aloud or to yourself) โ
As I tie this, so I tie you.
As I knot this, so I knot you.
As I bind this, so I bind you.
(Insert what youโre trying to keep this person from doing here), no more youโll do.
You can also use the person's name in place of "you."
For added oomph, pierce each knot with a rose thorn. Work the rose thorn into the knot, making sure its securely fixed in the knot. It's not meant to cause physical injury or harm to whomever youโre binding. Think of it as using a nail to fix something into place. Youโre using the rose thorns in the same way, pinning down the magic and helping it stick. That being said, you absolutely can use thorns (in this spell or otherwise) with intention of sewing injury or harm (see the curses section of this post).
As for what you do with the braid after, thatโs up to you. Some folk hang it from a tree for nine days. Some bury it (this isn't recommended if you live in an area where an animal or child may dig this up). Some hang it in their home or keep it in their home, in a box or jar somewhere. Some simply discard it. It's up to you.
Protection Jar Spell
What youโll need:
1 jar
Rose vinegar
Rose thorns
Star anise
Rowan berries and/or rowan bark
Apple seeds
Candlewax (preferably red or black; optional)
What to do:
For this spell, youโll need rose vinegar. If you donโt know how to make rose vinegar, the recipe will be included just after this spell. Itโs very easy, so stick around for that. Until thenโฆ
Take your jar and fill it at least ยพ of the way with rose vinegar. Remember, you donโt want to fill it completely, just in case anything we add raises the vinegar to the point of spilling.
Add your rose thorns, star anise, rowan berries and/or rowan bark, and apple seeds to the jar.
Close the lid of the jar. Many people like to further seal the jar with melted candle wax. If youโd like to do this, itโs best to use a red or black candle (or both!) as theyโre both colors frequently used for protection work. All you have to do is light your candle(s) and hold it over your jar, tilting it to drip the wax onto the top of the jar and its lid. Drip to your heartโs content.
And thatโs that! You have a protection jar.
Some people keep their jars on a shelf or table in the main room of their house or near their door. Others bury their jars in their yard or stash it under a porch. Do whatever feels right to you.
Rose Vinegar Recipe
Rose vinegar is a great addition to your magical work and to your kitchen. It can be used in protection, cleansing, and banishing magic, and can be used in some curse work. It can also be used to take the inflammation and itch out of bug bites or some rashes, can be used as a temple massage to treat headaches, and as a hair rinse.
What youโll need:
Vinegar (any kind works, but most prefer to use apple cider vinegar)
Red or vibrant pink rose petals (they make the prettiest colored rose vinegar)
1 saucepan or kettle
1 jar (IMPORTANT: While infusing, you donโt want to use a metal lid on your jar. Metal and vinegar are not friends. You can use a makeshift lid of plastic wrap over the top of the jar. If you use a metal lid whilst you store the vinegar once itโs cooled, be sure to not fill the jar all the way up with your vinegar. Vinegar is corrosive and exposing the metal to vinegar can lead to chemicals of the metal breaking down in your rose vinegar, which we donโt want. Itโs best just to avoid using a metal lid altogether.)
1 glass bottle (optional) or decanter to move your rose vinegar to after itโs steeped and ready to use
What to do:
Heat your vinegar in the saucepan on the stove. Heating the vinegar will give you a head start on the infusion process, as the heated vinegar begins drawing the color, flavor, and properties from the rose petals faster than cold vinegar does. But you absolutely can do this without heating the vinegar, it will just take a little longer.
While your vinegar is warming up, place your rose petals in the jar. You can use either fresh or dried petals, though fresh will give you a much prettier and more vivid finished product. Fresh petals also strengthen the fragrance.
With your vinegar heated (you want to cut the heat just before it starts to simmer), pour it into the jar. You want the roses to be completely covered and submerged in vinegar โ not one bit of dry rose left.
Cover the top of the jar with a plastic or cork top or your makeshift lid of plastic wrap.
Leave your vinegar to cool. Once cooled, you want to store your vinegar in a dark, cool place to infuse. This process usually takes about 2-3 weeks. Remember, do not let your rose vinegar contact any metal lids! Whether itโs hot or cold, vinegar simply does not like metal.
After 2-3 weeks, your vinegar should be a pretty hue of reddish-pink. Now you want to strain the vinegar into glass bottles for storing, keeping the rose petals out of the now finished rose vinegar.
Your rose vinegar will keep for at least 1 year. I recommend storing your vinegar in the dark, perhaps in a pantry or cabinet. You just donโt want to leave it out in direct sunlight, as that will fade the color of the vinegar faster and potentially shorten your vinegarโs shelf life.
Rosa gallicaย 'Evรชque'; Pierre-Joseph Redoutรฉ
DIVINATION
Roses can be used as divinatory aids in many ways. One easy way is to wash one's hands in rosewater before working divinatory practices, most especially if the divination pertains to matters of the heart.
Phyllorhodomancy
Phyllordomancy is divining via rose petals and leaves. There are various ways of doing this, but any method of divination using rose petals, roses, or rose leaves is technically phyllordomancy. Here are a couple of methods โ
Method One: By Clapping
What youโll need:
Rose leaf or rose petal
What to do:
This method was practiced by the Ancient Greeks. Take a rose leaf or petal and lay it upon your palm.
Ask or think on the question at hand, then clap your hands together.
If the sound produced was clear, loud, or full, this means that a positive outcome is at hand. If the sound was dull or quiet, the odds arenโt in your favor and the outcome will be a negative one.
Method Two: By Water
What youโll need:
Rose petals
A bowl or vessel of some kind
Water
What to do:
Fill your bowl or vessel with water.
Take your rose petals in hand and ask or think on your question.
Lay or drop the rose petals down onto the water. If the rose petals pull away from each other, the answer to your question is no. If the petals stay together, the answer is yes.
You can continue asking questions. After each question, tap the water with your fingertip, or shake the bowl or vessel, to make the rose petals move. Again, if the petals move away from one another, your answer is no; and if they stay together, your answer is yes.
There is another variation of this method in which you place the roses atop the water before asking your question. With the roses floating on the water, close your eyes and gently swirl the bowl or vessel of water whilst asking your question. Remove your hands from the bowl or vessel and open your eyes, observing the behavior of the rose petals. As before, if they disperse upon the water, the answer to your question in no; but if they stay together, your answer is yes.
Method Three: By Air
What youโll need:
Rose petals
What to do:
Your hands full of rose petals, think on or ask your question.
Cast the petals high into the air and observe how they fall.
This method has many variations of its own. Some read the symbols or shapes they see in the rose petals as they fall. Others read where the rose petals lay โ Do they form any patterns or symbols? Do they cluster together or fan out? Are there any distinct piles or mounds of petals? And what do these symbols or patterns mean to you? This method is one that intuitive readers will likely take to quicker than those who prefer a set system for their divinatory practices.
Method Four: By Burning
What youโll need:
Dried rose petals
A fire-safe cauldron, bowl, or pot
What to do:
Burn dried rose petals in your room before going to sleep to promote a good night's sleep but also to encourage divinatory dreams to come forth in the night.
Method Five: By Sleeping
What youโll need:
Rose petals (fresh or dried)
A pillow with a pillowcase
What to do:
Before going to bed, tuck rose petals into your pillowcase. This can bring on dreams revealing the identity of your true love or soulmate.
SOURCES & FURTHER READING:
In this post, youโll find a collection of spells that anyone can try for themselves. I should note, I am a practitioner of a regional traditional magic and a good portion of the spells that Iโve written here are either spells that are heavily inspired by the practice Iโve grown up with or directly from that practice. That being said, none of what is written here is exclusive to that practice, so it can be used by anyone, anywhere without encroaching upon a practice theyโre not a part of.
Making Rosewater
Making Rose Oil
โA Compendium of Herbal Magickโ โ Beryl, Paul
'Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs' - Cunningham, Scott
'Doctoring the Devil: Notebooks of an Appalachian Conjure Man' - Richards, Jake
'the Good Spell Book: Love Charms, Magical Cures, and Other Practical Sorcery' - Kemp, Gillian
'Magical Folkhealing: Herbs, Oils, and Recipes for Health, Healing, and Magic' - Conway, DJ
For the candle and cord/ribbon, colours should be chosen in association with healing. Same for incense.
For my herbal component, I used mugwort and rosemary for healing. For crystals, I used amethyst and larimar for pain relief, as well as fluorite and rutilated quartz for teeth (since this was originally for a toothache). Use what you have on hand.
First, design a sigil for pain relief and healing. I've included my own sigil but it's best to use one that you have designed for this purpose. Draw the finalised sigil at a size that it will fit the inside jar's lid, focusing on the sigil's purpose as you do so, and then cut it out. I drew my sigil in dragon's blood ink in order to boost potency. Charge the sigil through your preferred method.
Dress the candle with oil, thinking about the pain that you are trying to soothe and envisioning the relief you'll feel once it is gone. Hold onto the thought of that relief throughout crafting the spell jar. Light the candle. From that candle, light your incense and use it to cleanse your jar and crystals.
Take your sigil. Using some of the melted candle wax, affix it to the inside of the jar's lid. Set aside to solidy.
Add a layer of your herbs to the jar, focusing on each herb's purpose for this spell. Once the jar is a third of the way full, do the same for your crystals.
Carefully put the lid on the jar. Wrap the neck of the jar clockwise with your cord/ribbon while chanting the following three times:
Pain be soothed and ailment gone,
I am healed once rest is done.
Place the jar close to where you sleep or where you keep your medication.
The Eight Treasures Tea (ๅ ซๅฎ่ถ) is a traditional Chinese tea blend that is both fragrant and sweet. It also has healing properties, such as helping with breathing and blood circulation, boosting energy levels, and hydrating the skin. Spiritually, it nurtures the yin, helping the body relax and balance out energies. Perfect for menstruation and sickness recovery, but can be consumed regularly as well.
๐๐ท๐ฐ๐ป๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ท๐ฝ๐ผ:
Green tea
Dried Chrysanthemums
Dried Red Dates
Rock Sugar
Dried Raisins
Dried Goji Berries (Wolfberries)
Dried Lon Gans
Dried Rosebuds
๐๐ป๐ฎ๐น๐ช๐ป๐ช๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ธ๐ท:
Combine your desired amount of ingredients in a big cup or teapot and let it steep for 10โ15 minutes. As the ingredients steep, the flavour of the tea will become more and more rich.
๐ฎ๐๐ท๐๐๐พ๐๐๐๐๐:
You can reduce or remove sugar if needed. You can use jasmine or chamomile tea instead. Dried orange, ginseng, sesame seeds, dried apples, and walnuts are among the ingredients that can be added or used as substitutes. It is not mandatory to use all eight ingredients, either.
โง Energetically, itโs like you function as a mirror to peopleโs self-concept. Individuals who operate from their ego and lack a strong sense of self can feel deeply triggered by your presence. But you can channel this energy by standing firm in your power and refusing to back down. Donโt allow others to bully you or define who you are. Often, these individuals donโt even know themselves!
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will experience an intense ego death and it will challenge their self-perception by forcing them to confront the true essence of their identity.
โง Your presence encourages others to confront their values and material attachments. When people are overly focused on possessions or financial security, they may feel their priorities shifting after interacting with you. But you can channel this energy by practicing gratitude and cultivating a sense of self-worth that isnโt tied to your material possessions.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will be faced with a scarcity mindset, making them have to reassess what truly brings them value and fulfillment beyond the physical realm.
โง Your energy acts as a catalyst for communication and the thought processes in others. Those who are superficial in their thinking or struggle with clarity could feel challenged by your analytical approaches. You can channel this energy by fostering open dialogue and encouraging critical thinking in your interactions.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will struggle with confusion and miscommunication, leading them to seek deeper understanding and honesty in their expressions.
โง Your energy brings to light issues of emotional security and family dynamics. Those who are emotionally avoidant may feel their vulnerabilities and traumas are exposed being around you. You can channel this energy by nurturing your own emotional health and creating safe spaces for others to explore their innermost feelings.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will confront their fears of vulnerability, leading them to reevaluate their emotional foundations, generational karma, and overall family ties.
โง Your energy motivates others to embrace their creativity and confidence. Individuals who thrive on drama or seek excessive validation may feel their behaviors mirrored after engaging with you. But you can channel this energy by embracing your own creative passions and encouraging authentic self-expression in others.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will experience feelings of inadequacy and a creative block, requiring them to reassess their deeper motivations for seeking attention and approval from others.
โง Your energy mirrors focuses on health, service, and attention to detail. Individuals who neglect their responsibilities or engage in unhealthy habits may feel pressured to change after experiencing your presence. You can channel this energy by maintaining your own wellness routines and demonstrating a commitment to service.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will be met with obstacles in their daily routines, prompting a reassessment of their habits and responsibilities.
โง You show lessons of balance, partnership, and justice. People who are manipulative or fail to consider the needs of others will be revealed because of your natural fairness and integrity. You can channel this energy by cultivating harmonious relationships and standing firm in your worth.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will face relationship challenges that force them to confront their imbalances and they will experience the consequences their actions have on others.
โง Your energy encourages deep transformation and introspection in others. People who avoid intimacy or emotional depth may feel compelled to confront their shadows after experiencing you. But you can channel this energy by embracing your own transformative experiences and inspiring others to face their fears.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will experience a transformative awakening to their hidden emotions, guiding them to confront their deepest fears and desires.
โง You challenge others to question their beliefs and expand their horizons. Those who are rigid in their thinking may feel their perspectives broadened through your influence. You can channel this energy by embracing exploration, whether through travel, education, or philosophical discussions.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will find their belief systems challenged, leading them to seek new truths and broaden their understanding of the world overall.
โง With this placement, you instill lessons of accountability and responsibility in others. You can channel this energy by remaining grounded in your goals and maintaining your sense of integrity. Be aware that this energy may also lead to a fall from grace for those who have been deceptive, as the truth will eventually come to light.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will bear the weight of responsibility for the intentions behind their actions. Whatever energy they directed towards me will return to them tenfold.
โง You reflect lessons regarding innovation and community. Individuals who cling to outdated ideals or resist change will feel pressured to evolve after being around you. You can naturally channel this energy by fostering inclusivity while also embracing progressive ideas.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will experience a sense of isolation unless they adapt to new ways of thinking and embrace collective progress overall.
โง You naturally serve as a mirror, by reflecting the subconscious aspects of others. You can channel this energy through embodying the ultimate illusion. While your presence appears elusive, it is undeniably felt.
โข Visualization for Karma Spell: They will find themselves trapped in an endless cycle of subconscious suffering unless they confront the parts of themselves they are avoiding healing.
Intention: To bring forth accountability in those who caused me harm, by inspiring them to self-reflect on their intentions, and opening themselves up to conscious growth, + awakening the awareness of the true consequences of their actions. Asรฉ ๐๐ฟ
Affirmation: No more deflecting. No more avoiding. No more lies. Itโs time to face yourself.
Astrology: Saturn and Mercury are both currently in retrograde and will remain so until November. This energy is karmic and intense, especially with Mercury retrograde currently being in the fiery sign of Leo, until August. During this time, (your ego) and overall sense of structure will be challenged. This period asks you: Are you truly aligned with what reflects your highest good?
Angel Number: 1212- which symbolizes spiritual growth, new beginnings, alignment, and overall transformation.
โข For divination, you can explore which energy will best align with your spell. The cards I used are specific to my intention, but depending on your spell, it will reflect the energy needed to channel into the spell for your desired outcome.
First, combine the ingredients. Next, anoint the candles. After anointing the candles, write the names of those who caused you harm on a piece of paper. Write "Face Yourself!" with an X under it, and rub hot sauce on the X. At the end of the ritual, burn the paper. Recite your intention and affirmations over the spell, + burn the bay leaves.
Optional Steps You Can Incorporate: Listening to music in the background. I was playing "Moral Conscience" by Kali Uchis, among other songs. However, you can play anything that resonates with you the most. ๐๐ฟ
So, you can tailor your intention specifically to what you want to manifest in the new year. For example, healing, personal growth, financial stability, learning new skills, traveling, etc.
๐ซ๐๐ - ๐ป๐๐๐๐ ๐๐: โ
Which is ruled by Mars. Tuesday can symbolize taking action, initiating new projects, and just asserting yourself overall when it comes to your intentions/goals.
Gold Wax: This color symbolizes abundance, prosperity, and can help with amplifying intentions by providing resilience in all aspects.
Magenta Wax: This color is connected to the Soul Star Chakra, which symbolizes transcendence, connection with your higher self, and releasing karmic cycles. ๐๐ฟ
Patchouli Incense: For cleansing the jar and attracting prosperity.
Petition: Your 2026 New Years Resolution(s).
Piece of Your Hair: To bind yourself to the jar.
Blood Orange: Symbolizes good fortune, purification, and ignition with new beginnings.
Basil: Symbolizes abundance, good luck, and protection towards intentions.
Himalayan Pink Salt: Symbolizes cleansing, shields intentions from negativity, and brings forth balance in all aspects.
Lavender: Provides protection, purification, and attracts healing in all aspects.
Peppermint: Symbolizes fresh starts, refreshment, renewal, and prosperity.
Hibiscus: Symbolizes transformation, strength, renewal, and growth in all aspects.
Cloves: Good for manifesting abundance and protecting your intentions overall.
Bay Leaf: Symbolizes protection, abundance, and prosperity in all aspects.
Citrine: Helps with attracting prosperity, manifesting goals, and absorbs negativity.
Garnet: Provides grounding of intentions, and helps with transmutation and embracing growth.
Clear Quartz: Purifies intentions, promotes healing, and provides protection.
Dalmatian Jasper: Provides a sense of grounding, helps with releasing negativity, and brings forth harmony in all aspects.
Glitter: To spark a sense of positivity and amplify aspects relating to manifestation.
Sun Charm: To symbolize enlightenment and growth in all areas of life.
A lot of us have been in a position where we need to part with someone, but still want the best for them. Maybe they're an ex who you can't stop thinking about but still wish them the best, or a friend who you've forgiven but aren't willing to invite back into your life.
If you're finding yourself in a position like this, and setting boundaries with them isn't working the way you wish it would, you may want to try this beginner-friendly, easy bay leaf peaceful release spell.
What you will need:
A bay leaf (For setting intentions)
A bit of apple (Healing, Friendship, Love)
A pen/marker
A tall place with a decent breeze
How to cast:
Before you leave your home, write their name on the bay leaf and cleanse your ingredients as well as yourself. Prepare yourself for setting boundaries and understand that you're doing what is best for you.
Go to a tall place on a windy day, and set your intention to peacefully release the person. You'll want this place to be windy and high enough so that the bay leaf will be carried far away from you when you toss it. The further it goes, the more effective the results.
After setting your intentions, take a bit of your apple and gently rub a bit of apple juice onto the ends of the bay leaf. Apples can help manifest healing, and they also invoke feelings of friendship and care - this will assure the spell is cast in a friendly manner.
Stand a safe distance from the edge, and gently toss the bay leaf into the wind. Watch it whisk away, and try to imagine it carrying away your desire to stay in touch with them. Say your goodbyes.
Just like that, you've performed a spell that will help encourage you to release someone from your life with nothing but the best intentions for them. It's a safe, easy spell; one that I've used several times myself.
As always, be safe with your practicing, and make sure you're working with cleansed ingredients and space. Blessed be everyone.
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Cascarilla is a powerful tool in witchcraft. It's purifying, protective, and helps prevent non-corporeal entities from entering your path. But how does one make it, Ander? Well, I'm so glad you asked because this post is all about how to make it.
Here's what you'll need.
Eggshells
A pot
A half-gallon of moon water (or a gallon if your pot is really big)
An oven
Paper towels or kitchen towels
baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone sheet
Spice grinder (or high-powered blender if you absolutely must)
Air-tight container
Here's what you'll do
Peel the membrane off of the eggshells. Trust me, the effort is worth it.
Boil your moon water on high and add in your eggshells. Boil for 10-12 minutes, I usually shoot for 12.
Drain the shells and place them on towels to dry for at least 10-12 hours. The longer, the better.
Once dry, place on the baking sheet with the paper/sheet underneath them and bake at 200F/93C for at least 12-15 minutes, I usually go for 13.
Once they're out of the oven, let them cool for a couple minutes. Once cool enough to handle, grind them in a spice grinder and store the powder in an air-tight container.
Sprinkle across your doorstep to prevent evil from entering, dissolve a teaspoon in a path to purify yourself, or simply sprinkle in your garden to assist your garden magic growth. As always, do your research, be safe, and blessed be!
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What is Witchcraft?
Basics of Spellwork
Checklist for Potent Spellwork
Witchcraft Research Tips
Threshold Theory
What is a spell log?
A spell log is a way of recording the spells you have cast. Typically it is a form of some variety that is kept in a notebook, google doc/sheet, or other program. These logs have a few key features such as:
Time & date
Timeframe for expected results
Brief description of the spell
Target of the spell and means of association (Taglocks, gnosis, thresholds, etc)
Correspondences usedย
Spirits worked with
Spell purpose
Means of manifestation
Divinations about the spell
Noted results
Note the last point. After a spell has been cast, it is important to keep track of its results in order to learn and improve.ย
Why is using a spell log important?
When first getting into witchcraft, a spell log will be invaluable. The purpose of a spell log is to keep track of each spells details in order to ascertain:
How effective a spell was
Details required to effectively cancel or reverse a spell
Areas within a spell that can be improved for future spell design
By approaching your spellwork as objectively as possible, growth will be easier to obtain. When first starting a spell log, it is important to remain aware of your cognitive biases in order to record accurate readings. While this may seem to invalidate your practice, the more it is practiced, the more it will validate your practice; that is, if it is practiced thoroughly and effectively.ย
How to design a spell log
In addition to the details for spell log listed above, you can also keep track of other details such as:
Planetary hours
Gestures used
Psychic experiences
Divine interactions
Dreams related to the casting
Emotions channeled during the working
Conceptual influences for the spell creation/purpose
Psychological impacts during or afterwards
The object focus of the gnosis used for casting
Any biases held
Social impacts
Weather, temperature, location
Steps taken in preparation for the spell
Media that the spell was taken from or inspired by
Sigils used
Astrological map of the time of casting
With all of these variables recorded, it will be much easier to reflect on a working and deduce areas that can be improved or aspects of the working that hindered the spell from manifesting. For example, if a spell was cast to increase your income, a basic spell log may look like this:
From this spell log, assuming the spell did not manifest as intended within the projected time frame, we can see that the means of manifestation and the target are very vague or not stated. The correspondences used also overlap or don't entirely mesh with the intention and purpose of the working.ย
Here is a detailed example Google doc spell log
Can you Identify some reasons why their spell did not work as intended? How do you think this spell can be improved upon? You can type out your responses here if youโd like.
Spell Log Templates
Here are some spell logs that I have designed using Procreate, as well as a link to a Google doc spell log that you are all free to use.ย
Google Doc Spell Log
I also can do commissioned spell logs! DM me for details. (Typically $30)
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