#litha spell

[manydeer]

*`☾⍣⑈⑉midsummer's eve⑉⑇*`⍣

love grows

wildly and without warning

June rainbows 

curve through storming

deep in a tiny world 

  a microcosm, a matrix

of orchid vines 

  live in hiding 

    alongside

        wild cactus 

poems spoken in earth-language: 

to touch, organic. 

to taste, oracular.

at least this love

is not a lie

[sophiasbookofshadows]

Litha 🌸🍄

So this summer solstice was a good one, and I got a bunch of stuff done so I thought I would document it here.

Witchy Swim

This is pretty simple. Just go to a natural body of water and feel the water’s energy flow through you.

Cleansing

My friend and I made up a water-based cleansing, because it had just rained and it was too wet to have a fire. I’ll probably type this up later.

God’s Eye

Easy-to-make symbols of protection that you can hang above your door, bed, altar, etc. There are tutorials all over the internet.

Altar redecorating

My altar has really lost its magickal purpose recently so I wanted to give it a nice makeover.

Gathering Wildflowers

My friend and I went out some time past midnight to gather wildflowers. You’re supposed to gather seven (preferably seven different types) and then put them under your pillow to dream of your true love. We gathered more than seven, and I have been just having strange dreams so maybe that’s where I messed up.

Just having a good time

Sabbats are not about super big, ancient rituals you perform to change your life forever, or perfectly following the ancient traditions of your ancestors. They are about recognizing the day’s purpose in your own special way, however you can. So just remember to have fun and don’t worry about if what you’re doing is enough.

[ofcloudsandstars]

I forgot to show you guys the litha pillar spell candle I made! It's made with a reused toilet cardboard roll and a typical red spell candle so when it melts it will be red- orange and yellow since I layered the wax that way. I also added gold mica powder so it will swirl gold and honey, lemon and cinnamon oil to give it a honey spiced citrus scent. It's topped with sun flower petals and lemon peels. I'm excited to use it tonight!

[ofcloudsandstars]

Here's my pillar candle charging with citrine, orange and yellow calcite, red calcite and fire agate!

[missasmagickmag]

A Simple Litha Spell

I found the foundation of this spell in a fun little spell book called The Spells Bible by Ann-Marie Gallagher, and I fell in love with the concept. I did some research on the meanings of different objects and concepts, changed some words, added some steps, and moved a few details around.

So here it is….

The Litha Talisman Spell:

The purpose of this spell is to capture the positive energy of the sun in a little charm talisman, and to wear the charm to get you through to the winter solstice. I prefer to wear the talisman until the next summer solstice, then I bury the old one and exchange it for a new one. This, naturally, is up to you. However long you decide to wear the talisman, you wear it every day to help you get through the darker days.

Here is what you need:

Your usual circle materials, for this ritual is to be done during your greater Litha ritual.

A red candle, a yellow candle, and a white candle all of the same height. These are used to symbolize the sun, traditional Litha colors, and to help provide light during the spell.

A copper disk. This is your talisman. You should use copper because it is one of the softer more malleable metals, and it is used to draw away negative energies. You can find copper disks specifically for jewelry at some craft stores. You can also take an old penny and hammer it out.

An iron nail. This is what you will use to engrave your talisman during the ritual. Again, most older nails are made of iron, so they are not difficult to find. Iron has a grounding property within it, so it is perfect for finalizing your charm.

Cord or a chain, to tie your necklace on.

A small white tea light.

What you need to do:

This spell is cast in the early morning on Litha. You are to capture the rising suns energy within your talisman as the sun first begins to rise. Look up what time the sunrise is where you are and be sure to be out there at least half hour to an hour before hand.

Open your circle the way you normally would, taking a minute to remember what Litha is and what it means. When you are ready to begin your spell light the three candles.

By the light of the candles carve the image of a sun into your talisman. Try to incorporate eight rays, one for every spoke on the wheel of the year. Design your sun as you see fit, however is easy for you.

Hold the talisman in your hand and visualize the rising sun warming your body and casting a protective light around you. Take some time to meditate, channeling your own energy and the energy of the sun. When you feel you are finished, place your talisman in a safe place, preferably where you can see the sun rising.

Light your tea light and place it next to your talisman. Watch as the rising sun hits your talisman, and as the tea light burns down. When you feel ready stand tall, with your arms towards the sky, and say

Ignite the fire within this talisman

Within my body, mind, and soul

Even when the land turns baron

The darker days won’t take their toll

Thread the talisman with your cord and tie it securely around your neck. Wear your talisman until the winter solstice, or until the following Litha. Bury your talisman in a sacred space when the time comes.

(photo credit: talisman, flower)