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Working In Graveyards & Graveyard Etiquette🕯
Why Incorporate Graveyards?
Graveyards have always been associated with the supernatural and metaphysical. In both ancient and modern cultures, funerary rights and the dead have always held great significance in society. When working in these spaces, the most important thing to remember is respect. The dead are not as mutable as the living and it may take longer to rectify a mistake and earn their trust again than it would have been to learn the proper etiquette from the start.
Which begs the question, why work in these spaces and with these spirits? Well lots of reasons, some people choose to only work in graveyards that they have a direct ancestral connection with (ie. family members or distant relative are buried there). Others, like myself, find it a good way to honour the local spirits. Even spirits of people you don't know and have no connection too are worth honouring. Some people believe that since all of humanity has a common ancestor, we are all related and so even cemeteries you have no direct connection to, are connected to you by our common ancestor (another reason I am quite fond of). Maybe you just think it's cool, which is valid. Whatever your reason, just make sure you have one and are not going there with insincere intentions.
What is Graveyard Etiquette?
Graveyard etiquette are the ways in which we should behave when entering and visiting a graveyard in order to be respectful to those resting there. Although there are general rules of thumb which many witches follow, as you develop a relationship with a particular graveyard, those customs can change. Here are some I like to follow:
Leaving an offering- I always bring an offering of coins or flowers. If I'm visiting a graveyard that I've never been to before, I will leave coins at the gate, for the guardian and at some of the older and unkept headstone (also graves of young children if I find any). During regular visits, I leave offerings with the guardian and at headstones of spirits I've developed a relationship with.
Walking the entire graveyard- this is not something I do every time but I like to walk around the entire site and introduce myself especially if I plan on having a working relationship with the spirits there (this may be more difficult for larger sites, I recommend picking an new area each time you visit if that is the case).
Entering and leaving through the same gate- this is not one I stick to every time if I know the spirits really well. If I've never visited before I will always leave through the same exit that I entered from.
Throwing salt or spinning- I heard this one from ChaoticWitchAunt (on TikTok) and it's something that I've just always done. They recommended spinning around three times before leaving to prevent spirits from following you home. I've also thrown a bit of salt over my left shoulder outside the entrance for the same purpose (beware: salt is not good for the earth). This is definitely something that just resonated with me after a bad experience and that's why I continue to do it.
A Note on Necromancy & Death work:
Necromancy is often a term used in many scary movies and cult fiction. It is actually a form of divination which utilizes the dead. Anyone can learn necromancy however it is an integral part of death work. Death worker (practitioners who practice death work) are involved with crossing spirits over. The job requires some level of mediumship abilities and can be very taxing on your mental health. Some death workers take on the lingering emotions of the deceased (pain, fear, anger, etc.) in order to help that spirit. Death work is much more than the small bit that I've described but it is important to note that the path is not for everyone. You can still work in cemeteries and utilize necromancy without doing death work (& a big thank you to the death workers who continue on their path despite the toll it takes, we love you!).
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Correspondences for Death (Necrobotany)
FLOWERS
Dandelions, ideal for connecting with certain spirits
Roses, to show your love for the deceased
Calendula, for blessings and love
Marigolds, perfect for ancestral worship
Lilies, for a sense of security and togetherness, ideal for deceased children
Orchids, for balanced emotions and adoration, ideal for deceased lovers
Daisies, also ideal for deceased lovers and lost family members
Tulips, to spread happiness
Carnations, a common funeral flower, especially in France. Used in The Netherlands to remember fallen veterans specifically
Heather, said to conjure ghosts and open portals between worlds. Can be used to heal deceased warriors, as it’s said to only grow where no blood has been shed. Heather also marks the resting places of fairies
Holly, often planted in graveyards to protect both the dead and mourners
Hyacinth, helps souls cross over the veil after death
Bluebell, used to comfort those who are mourning
Cowslip, associated with death and rebirth
HERBS
Lavender, for peace in passing on. Used to heal the dead, aid with divination and dreams, and protect the home.
Thyme, to give peace to those who died in violence. Use to contact both the dead and fairies
Rosemary, for remembrance
Chervil, often used in rituals for the dead
Mugwort, usually used to aid in divination and communication with the dead
Bay, usually used to aid in divination and communication with the dead
Lemon Balm, for peace and healing
Wormwood, to strengthen communication with the dead, as well as for healing and revenge
Basil, used in purification and cleansing rituals, a common symbol of sorrow in Ancient Greece. Use to aid in divination, hedgecrossing and spirit communication
Cinnamon, can amplify divination magic, and was used in the Ancient Egyptian mummification process. It’s commonly associated with spirit and deity work
Dittany of Crete, burned to manifest spirits, also valued as a symbol of love and healing
Fennel, a protective and purifying herb used to prevent spirits from entering your home
Juniper, guards against ghosts and illness, used in healing and purification spells. Juniper berries make good offerings for the dead
Mint, a popular funerary herb in Ancient Greece, also used for healing and protection during travel
Mugwort, used in spirit work
Mullein, can help one see spirits of the dead and the afterlife
Oregano, it was believed that growing oregano on graves ensured the dead were happy
Parsley, has a strong association with the dead, also has protective qualities
St John’s Wort, used in spirit work and divination
Marsh mallow (Althea), associated with death and rebirth, marsh mallow can be used in departing rituals and to honor those who have passed
Foxglove, used for contacting the dead and underworld deities
TREES
Cypress, heavily associated with death and spirits, as well as being sacred to Hades and Persephone. Makes a good offering for the dead
Hawthorn, associated with death, and serves to drive away unfriendly spirits. Was also said to be a portal to the Otherworld and is sacred to fairies, so don’t mess with it
Hickory, associated with mourning and death
Poplar, is sacred to both Zeus and Hades, and represents death and rebirth. Often used for Samhain, ancestral rites, funerals and ceremonies involving the underworld
Willow, a common symbol of death, even being a popular ornament on gravestones. Sacred to both Hades and Hecate, as well as being associated with ghosts and spirits
Yew, represents death and rebirth, and is sacred to Hecate. Runes, Ogham sticks and Ouija boards are commonly made from Yew wood
Elder, used in death rituals and funerals
FRUITS
Apples, a common Irish symbol for the dead
Pomegranates, to represent various Death and Underworld Deities
INCENSE
Myrrh, commonly used in death magic to give off good energy
Frankincense, a traditional incense to offer the dead
Dragon’s Blood, burned to aid in spirit work and protection
Sandalwood, burned to support spirit work, protect a space and consecrate tools
Wormwood, develops psychic powers, carried to provide protection, and hung to ward off malicious spirits
LIQUIDS
Water, a traditional offering for the dead, often left out for passing spirits
Wine or other alcohol
Juice, namely pomegranate or beet
Oils, such as olive oil, pomegranate oil, coconut oil, almond oil, etc.
OTHER
Coins
Grains, especially brown bread
Darkly-colored or Earthy-tone Candles
Foggy Weather
Marsh Water
Snow, especially snow collected from graveyards
Cleaning up graveyards
Songs and Music
Anything personal to the person you’re giving an offering to
DEATH DEITIES
Anubis, Egyptian God of Death, Mummification and the Afterlife
Arawn, Celtic ruler of the Otherworld, Leader of the wild hunt, and God of Death and The Underworld
Baba Yaga, Slavic Goddess of Death and Rebirth
Cernunnos, Celtic God of the Wild as well as Liminality and the transition to the afterlife
Cerridwen, Welsh Goddess of the Moon, Rebirth, Transformation, Death, The Underworld and Magic
Ereshkigal, Mesopotamian Goddess of Death and the Underworld
Hades, Greek God of the Underworld
Hel, Norse Goddess of the Underworld and Death
Morana, Slavic Goddess of Winter and Death
Odin, Norse God of Wisdom, War, Poetry and Death
Osiris, Egyptian God of the Underworld, Death and Resurrection, Fertility and Agriculture
Oya, Yoruba Orisha of Weather, Death and Rebirth, Patron of the Niger river and a Psychopomp
Persephone, Greek Goddess of the Underworld
Santa Muerte, Mexican folk goddess of the Afterlife, Healing and Protection
Thanatos, Greek personification of Death
The Morrigan, Celtic Goddess of War, Magic, Death and Rebirth, Sovereignty and Fate
Veles, Slavic God of The Underworld, Earth, Water, Music, Magic, Trickery, Cattle and Wealth
WHAT TO DO WITH OFFERINGS
Write a message on an herb or flower and burn it to “send” the offering
Leave coins, flowers and herbs on the grave
Pour liquid into the ground, or leave them out in a bowl (make sure it won’t harm the local wildlife)
Leave them out as “standing offerings” for any dead who pass by
So you wanna make your own incense?
You've come to the right place sweetness. For clarity's sake I want to specify that I am not a professional. This is simply what I did to make the incense that I use. Always research your herbs and herbal mixtures, be aware of your allergies, and remember to use herbs from high quality sources to protect your health. And remember, the best witchcraft is safely practiced witchcraft.
What you'll need: Herb of choice (no correlations listed here, otherwise we will be here all night)
Coffee grinder (or a mortar and pestel, but baby we are in the 21st century work smarter not harder)
Tap water (charge it if you want for extra pizzazz)
Optional: oven, preheat to 190 degrees Fahrenheit
Step one: grind up your herbs in the coffee grinder, the finer the better. My herb was food grade lavender.
Step two: Divide the ground herb into two separate bowls, a wet bowl and a dry bowl. Into the wet bowl, mix into the herb with some water so the consistency is a modable clay. Sacred water is great for this.
Step three: Form the clay into a cone shape in any way that makes the most sense for your body. For me, that involves using my thumbs and middle fingers, but whatever way works best.
Roll the wet cone into the dry bowl, coating the cone in a layer of powdered lavender.
You can either leave the cone to dry over night, alternatively---
Place in oven for 40 minutes to an hour to dehydrate the cones!
Ta-da! I hope these directions inspire you to give this a shot yourself. I know I had a lot of fun making this lavendar incense, and I know I'm excited to make more in the future. Don't stop creating lovelies.
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The Death Witch’s Personal Graveyard
I think at least some of us have been in this situation; you want to practice death magick but you don’t have access to graveyard. Don’t worry! I’ve come across the perfect solution. Simply make your own!
Step 1: Figure out where you want your graveyard to be. It’s going to be small so you don’t need that much space. My graveyard is in a glazed clay box my grandma made for me, but you can also make it outside.
Step 2: If you’re doing yours in a box like me, pour dirt into the bottom of the box and flatten it out. If you’re graveyard is outside, make sure you’re satisfied with the dirt.
Step 3: Find a flat rock that fits in your graveyard. This is the headstone. If you want, you can write a message on it or a rune, but I left mine blank.
Step 4: Decorate! You can add crystals, rocks, herbs, statues and plants! Whatever you think should go in your graveyard.
Step 5: Dedicate your graveyard to any wandering, grave-less spirits. This is a place for them to live and take refuge. If you want, you can set rules for them and bar certain spirits.
Now, whenever you need graveyard dirt, you can just go to your graveyard and ask any spirits living there and leave an offering.
The Little Hours (2017) dir. Jeff Baena
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☽ Homemade Candles
An easy way to reuse old candles or create your own herb-infused candles.
Ingredients:
Potholders / oven mitts
Newspapers
Wax
Wicks and wick holders
Cardboard rolls
Dyes (optional)
Fragrance (optional)
Toothpicks / chopsticks / cotton swabs
To Begin:
Ensure that your workspace is covered entirely in newspapers, so the wax will come off easier. Take the cardboard tubes and hot glue them to a flat cardboard surface. Ensure there are no gaps between the roll and the flat part when you glue them, otherwise the wax will run everywhere.
Fill a pot about ¼ way with water and set it on to boil. In the pot, place a disposable container that you will use only for wax. Keep an eye on the wax to ensure that it does not get too hot and catch fire. Once the wax is melted, you can add dye and mix it and add fragrance as well. Let the wax cool for a few minutes and pour a bit into the bottom of your cardboard mold to place the wick in the center. Allow it to cool completely before you pour more wax in to make sure the wick is set in the center of the candle. If it is not centered, the candle will burn strangely or not burn at all.
Once the wick is set, use two toothpicks tape together to make the wick stand up straight while you pour the rest of the wax into the mold. Then, add whatever herbs you’d like and leave it to set overnight. The next day, peel off the cardboard and you’re done – you have homemade candles.
🔔 BELLS IN WITCHCRAFT 🔔
Bells might just be the earliest form of superstitious practise that I remember. My baba attached three sakura-patterned suzu bells on my schoolbag as a kid, purportedly for good luck and protection from evil spirits – and Japan is far from the only place to have associated bells and bellringing with mystic practise. They’ve been used worldwide to ward off evil and carry messages – and in a more metaphysical sense, sound is the movement of energy through substance. Sounds have the potential to work powerful magic.
Here are some of the ways I’ve found utilising bells to be helpful to my craft. While I’m more likely to use traditional suzu type bells, your own background, path and culture will likely have its own types of bells – and as ever, bells can be ornate antiques or they can be a bottle cap in a tin can, as long as they’re used with intent.
GETTING STARTED
🔔 As with so much of the craft, if you’re new to the witching bell, it’s a matter of exploration and experimentation. Get a “feel” for what works for you and the specific bell you’re using.
🔔 It’s good practise to ensure that the bell itself is cleansed, warded and protected – you don’t want anything nasty tapping into that power. All witching tools can do as much harm as good, intentional or accidental.
🔔 A good way to begin incorporating bells into your craft is infuse them into any typical ritual that you’re comfortable with, or even just a prayer or moment of contemplation at your altar if you have one.
🔔 Give the bell a soft ring while focusing on the energy it’ll ripple and move, try to track the movements it creates and what it touches. The tone it’s sending out. The most primal and versatile use of the bell – and what many of the below come down to – is simply another manner of physically channelling energy, giving it shape and direction.
PROTECTION
🔔 “Passive” bells such as windchimes or small bells attached to belongings you don’t want disturbed are a starting point. They will scare off some forms of spirit all by themselves, especially if appropriately blessed, charmed or enchanted. Or cursed.
🔔 Gently tolling can draw energy into a ward or circle you are forming and enforce its protective properties, or for a simple cleanse, letting the sound travel to every corner of the area you are protecting. It’s a little more “cutting” than a smoke or incense cleansing, which I view as more “gentle” forms of cleansing. Both have their uses.
🔔 Harder tolling is, in my opinion, one of the most powerful ways in which to enforce a banishing – however, it’s best to you know what you’re doing with the bell before you go bashing it about.
DISCERNMENT
🔔 Bells can have quite the effect on your perception and awareness. Ringing and then stopping, listening to the silence left in its wake, can bring you new perceptions or make things you’d previously missed obvious. Let it attune your mind and senses to something new, whether that’s in your thoughts or something with a little more presence. Visualise travelling with the sound, taking heed of the energies it touches and disturbs. Take note of the echoes – you’ll learn what they mean with experience.
🔔 A set of windchimes can let you know if something is passing through or if there’s some unusual energy afoot – and, yes, it may also just be letting you know that it’s a particularly breezy day, but that’s witchcraft for you.
CONJURING
🔔 This can be as simple as calling good energies to witching tools, spell jars, tarot decks, crystals, altars and shrines, your favourite teddy bar, anything at all.
🔔 With spirit work, it can truly help to magnify your “calling”. This can range from gently bringing your latest offering to the attention of your friendly neighbourhood house spirit – all the way to trying to catch the attention of something more. Be mindful, however. As I said, I consider bells pretty powerful tools and a call that’s too loud is not good spirit work practise for the spirit worker’s own sake. It can really help coax something out of hiding if you’re gentle with it, though.
COMMUNING
🔔 Some use bells to mark the beginning and end of a ritual, and I’ve read that in Wiccan practise an altar bell can be used to invoke the Goddess, although as a non-Wiccan, I’ll welcome corrections on that if I’m wrong.
🔔 In my experience, very simple forms of communication via bell work a lot better than anything too complex – “come here” and “stay away” have already been covered, and other than that they can serve as greetings or signals of a start or end of some practise or ritual, the opening or closing of a door, etc.
🔔 They can also serve as a warning or a litmus test regarding spirits, a signalling of your presence and awareness, lack of fear, or willingness to defend – but be prepared to deal with whatever responses these garner.
BINDING
🔔 Bindings are where you most often see that famous (clockwise) circular motion of the bell, embodying the meaning of the spell. This can be a simple binding to seal a spell or charm or enchantment, or a spirit-binding.
🔔 Personally, spirit-binding is something I do as little as possible simply due to my beliefs holding the autonomy of spirits in very high regard. However, sometimes situations arise that call for it, and I’m aware that not all bindings are unwilling. Far from it – and some spirits are dangerous when unbound.
🔔 As an animist (believing that all things, including inanimate objects, contain a spirit of their own), I consider gently nudging a spirit back into its physical form a sort of semi-binding, and that can be useful.
I’ll leave you all with a note that I am an urban apartment-dwelling witch through and through, so I understand that we can’t all be jangling away at all hours. I myself have a glass windchime in my front window that makes a distinct but muted sound when disturbed by passers-through, and highly recommend wooden ones also. I also only use my small and relatively quiet suzu bell for my crafting – one given to me by my baba herself.
Feel free to add any of your own findings, and happy tolling.
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