Virvatuli [willow o' wisp]

23yo Finnish witch. they/them I post simple recipes and tips. Resource blog for all witches! Ask me anything!

[tea-and-tarot-with-allie]

Blue Moon Samhain Water Divination 🔮

This year, 2020, October will be blessed with two full moons in one month. This is referred to as a blue moon, and just like the saying goes, it is rare. This full blue moon will happen on October 31st no less, on the start of Samhain, making it even more of a magical night. Make the most of this Samhain by practicing some midnight water divination with wax. After 2020, this divination can be practiced on any October’s full blood moon in honor of Samhain. 🌝✨

You Will Need:

Silver Candle

Dark Bowl or Cauldron of Water

Pendulum (optional)

Tarot Deck (optional)

For the Divination:

At midnight on the night of the October full moon (or on the night of Samhain 2020 blue full moon) go outside with your cauldron or a bowl filled with water. Light your silver candle and keep it near.

Close your eyes and focus on whatever question you want answered, or a problem in your life that you would like some guidance in. Whatever your question, simply focus on it for a moment.

Open your eyes and take the candle into your hand, tilt it slightly to let the wax drip from your candle into the water. Watch it shape as it hardens in the water.

What do you see in the wax? What shapes did it make, or what does it look like to you? Trust your intuition while using this method of divination. Write down anything you wish to remember or anything you might want to research later, such as symbolism, etc.

Afterwards, you could do some more methods of divination if you wish, such as pendulum work or tarot readings for yourself or others; Samhain is the perfect time to practice divination!

[snarkywrites]

Full Moon in Aries: Renewal

The Full Moon in Aries will grace us on October 1st, 2020. It is in the sign of Aries, making it much more memorable and filled with the passion that rules the sign. We are once again prompted to control our temper and to relax a little bit while Mars still does its thing. The benefit of having this transit is that we will be empowered to let go and to accept that changes are not usually all that bad. Courage is a major theme now, so feel the strength building inside but remember not to lash out on others since Mars is also in this sigh. Even though the Full Moon and Mars are not in a tight conjunction, we have the fire of Aries still in full force. This point in the month is a good time to feel bold and experience the bravery of this fire sign because even if the world feels challenging, a little faith in ourselves can truly help us get just a little further. That spark of optimism and courage can truly help us navigate even the darkest of times.

Aries — A new more mature version of yourself will arise during this transit. With this Full Moon in your sign you are seeing the outcome of the work you have put in for the last six months and Mars is making sure to make that happen. There are parts of you that might have made you feel doubt as you witnessed a loss of confidence, but the tides are changing. You see things with new and clearer eyes, a goal that is not muddled and renewed faith in yourself.

Taurus — This will be a transit that keeps you focused and driven to achieve behind the scenes. You feel awakened now with the Full Moon, getting ready to finish the final touches on your projects in order to share it with the world before the next Full Moon in your sign at the end of the month. Use the passion and fuel that will surface in you to get work done. You can create lots of magic now if you structure your time and maintain patience.

Gemini — This month will have things going in a more favorable position with the sun in fellow air sign, Libra. This Full Moon transit is going to make you the center of attention and you will not mind at all. One of the interesting things that can manifest now will be the impact your circle has on your success. Achieving things can come with much more ease here, with Mars putting you on overdrive mode. You will be noticed for your ideas and it will be much easier for you to get plans into action with the help of others.

Cancer — A very important transit with this Full Moon in Aries allowing to see where you are going. If you have success on your mind, this is the time to really see the patterns and the outcome of your efforts. The more you hustled earlier this year, the more credit and recognition you can see now. However, this does not mean it’s time to lounge, there is still work to be done, especially with Mars Retrograde and Saturn direct. The pressure eases next month, but for now you are being noticed and praised.

Leo — You get insight and inspiration now with this Full Moon transit in Aries. There is a renewal of confidence in yourself and what you stand for. Any doubts you felt regarding your path will seem clearer now. Leos will be driven to succeed now, especially with Saturn direct as you notice those obstacles are no longer as scary as they used to be. Although you have experienced some of the upheavals and changes with career and goals, you can use this transit to get onto a new journey.

Virgo — It will be an intense transit for you, as you struggle to try to establish peace with folks you have pushed away. This can also manifest in settling those memories from the past and allowing yourself to break free and move forward. With the Full Moon you can also reach a breakthrough with finances as you find new methods to take care of debt and gain the knowledge needed to make lasting changes. It is also the perfect time to recharge through rest and get yourself feeling renewed.

Libra — One of the more important things that this Full Moon in Aries transit will bring involves getting in touch with who you are as well as those who surround you. This is your time to step out and shine before your New Moon transit. You have the support of friends to root for you now. Abandon what is holding you back. Mars Retrograde is making you come to terms with your potential and your ability to be independent and successful. This has been a tough year but you are noticing the wonderful things you have accomplished and this will help you understand your purpose.

Scorpio — These transits will have you feeling as if you’re in the shadows, but things are flowing for you and your patience will keep you motivated and hungry for success. The Full Moon highlights your routines, and this can be fulfilling since you will be noticed and receive the recognition you deserve for the hard work you have continuously put through. One of the things you have to remember during this transit will be to practice patience. If others frustrate you in the workplace or school, relax and breathe before lashing out.

Sagittarius — Exciting things can happen to you during this month. You can begin to see things in a more optimistic light since you have several fire planets on your side. One of the major things now will be that you are able to analyze yourself as well as those past relationships. The Full Moon will have you producing meaningful content, setting your eyes on greater dreams, and shifting your path for much more success. This can be admitting what you want for relationships and learning from past romantic liaisons as you set your sights for more.

Capricorn — Peaceful moments, however brief they might be will be much appreciated during this Full Moon transit. You are settled in, embarking on a more diplomatic approach with others. When the influence of Mars gets a little hectic, you can channel your energy into creating, building, and preparing from home or work. This Full Moon transit will have you focused on maintaining control and stability as you become the grounding force in your home and career sector. A lot can be produced now but we all must remember to keep our cool since the passion of Aries can make us explode.

Aquarius — With the Full Moon in Aries you are feeling confident in your relationships and will feel a stronger connection with others during this transit. There is renewed optimism in your outlook with Saturn and Jupiter now direct. This sense of freedom will help build your confidence in whatever you choose to embark on. You will even feel inspired to go expand your horizons by learning more about things you were too afraid to before. If you are pursuing romantic changes, the Full Moon can give you the courage to pursue a new relationship or to make declarations of love if you are currently in one.

Pisces — Here you have a wonderful upcoming transit that will alleviate some of the stressors and pressures in your life. You gain insight and courage during this Full Moon. There will be a lot of recognition with what you do now, and it can really help boost your energy since the ambitious side will have you reaching the top. Be patient, plan carefully and continue to show others who is the boss. 2020 has thrown some challenges to you but it has only helped reshape and empower you.

[angeloracle]

Full Moon in Aries

🌙 1st October 2020

October is welcoming us with a fiery full moon in Aries! We will actually have two full moons this month - the other one on Halloween, so let’s start October with the right mindset!

Aries is ruled by Mars, which is currently in retrograde. That is why this full moon is quite tense and may bring up anger, frustration and rebellion in some of us. Be careful not to act irrationally and aggressively! But definitely do not surpress your emotions, because they might blow up on you in the worst possible moment.

Try to find a healthy way of releasing those tense emotions and calming your mind. I recommend any physical activities that could help you relieve stress and tension!

We might get very easily irritated during the Aries moon, so just remind yourself to be open-minded and quite flexible. Don’t let anger take over you, even thought the strong Mars energy might be tempting you to. Think before you act and avoid making rash decisions!

If you'd like to know how this full moon will affect you personally and what YOU can do to use the energy to the maximum, check out this post.

I wish you a blessed full moon✨

[witchtips]

𝐴 𝑆𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝐹𝑖𝑟𝑒 𝑅𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑙 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑆𝑎𝑚ℎ𝑎𝑖𝑛 2020

This year has been painful, collectively and personally, but Samhain 2020 presents a huge opportunity to honor those we’ve lost and to regain some of our power. On Saturday October 31st, 2020 there will be a full moon (a Blue Moon) in Taurus. This simple fire ritual can be customized to include other elements, such as important colors, foods, scents, and sounds.

What You’ll Need:

🔥 Fire (in any safe, manageable form. Preferably outside at night)

🧸 Something representative of the person/creature/thing you’d like to honor

🥐 An offering. Depending on whom it’s for, it can be a piece of food, a drink, a note, music, or an item.

📝 Paper and a writing utensil

What to do:

1. Make your fire and ensure that it is strong. If you’d like to you can use a specific type of wood or kindling that is suited to your intentions.

2. Cut or rip the paper into strips or pieces. Write one thing that has caused you pain or sadness on each piece.

3. Place the representative items around the fire (not so close that they’ll burn!)

4. Feed each strip of paper to the fire. While doing so, try to feel the burden of them grow weaker and weaker until they lose their power over you. As they burn visualize their weight on your life disintegrating.

5. One by one, hold or mentally go over the offering if it’s intangible. Think about whom it’s for, why you chose it for them, and what you hope it will bring them (happiness? comfort? satisfaction?). When you feel that you’ve sufficiently envisioned your intentions for the offering, either leave it at your spirit altar, burn it, or release it into the universe.

6. Thank the person/creature/thing you’re honoring for what they contributed to your life. Try to settle yourself into a place of appreciation, acceptance, and balance. Take as much time as you need to feel the warmth of the fire and bask in its energy. Let yourself process everything that you’ve overcome since last Samhain and recognize that even though it wasn’t easy, you made it.

❣️

[tuulenpesa]

☽ Nightmare Hex ☾

Lavender to cause depression, lack of sleep and restlessness

Rosemary to taint their dreams

Mint to cause visions, nightmares and paranoia

Chili to cause pain and "sourness"

Burns the herbs in a fire resistant dish. Burn blue candles and lavender incense or dried lavender.

Blue: sadness, anxiety depression

Light blue: anxiety, dream manipulation

Dark blue: nightmares, dream manipulation, fear, terror

Lavender: anxiety, fear, depression, delusion, lack of sleep

Let the herbs slowly burn while you pour your intention to it. Say your intentions out loud; "This person will have terrible nightmares." Have amethysts at hand.

Amethyst: nightmares, illusion, paranoia

Place small pieces of amethyst in the jar/pouch you're using. Pour the herb ashes on top. I like to shake my spell jars to add negative energy.

Place the hex close to the person you're hexing. You can give it to them or you can add something of their own (hair, nails, belongins...). If you can't do that, make it clear who it is intented for.

Cleanse your workspace from negative energy.

Be careful with hexes and curses. Protect yourself and be safe. Blessed be!

☽◯☾

[fadingdeerpatrol]

Crystals To NEVER Cleanse In Water:

Selenite

Jade

Calcite

Pearl

Hematite

Malachite

Tangerine quartz

Charoite

Angelite

Rhodocrosite

Lodestone

Gypsum

Fluorite

Azurite

Celestite

Lepidolite

Himalayan salt rock

These crystals will start to dissolve, get cracked, or release toxins if you place them in water.

[witchingandbitchin]

Credit:

ig: Mysticalmoon_lunemystique

-credit to the creator-

[madsiemoon]

Crystal terrariums 🔮💫💟

[kernaka]

[orriculum]

🗡️ Jinxes, Hexes, & Curses 🗡️

🗡️  JINXES -  quick-lasting, harmless but mean-spirited.

nox - a spell to end a source of light or positivity

your heart in my hand -  to send someone nightmares and to feel a general sense of being lost in life

burn your wishes - a simple curse to destroy someone’s wishes

spell of shattered sight -  a spell that makes a person only see the most ugly aspects of themselves and others around them

🗡️ HEXES - mal-intended spells with temporary effects. 

burst your bubble -  a simple curse to destroy someone’s ego/hope

hex for a player -  a curse from scorned lovers to the one breaking hearts, to give them difficulty finding anyone to be with romantically/sexually

cerberus hex - attacks what hurts things under plutonic protection spell

breezeblocks curse -  to affect someone you resent for leaving

pumpkin head - seasonal hex to “burn” those who wrong you

bad moon rising - a revenge curse, general misfortune for a month

🗡️ CURSES - intense, powerful and long lasting.  

to sink a sailor -  to symbolically drown someone 

marooned sailor curse -  a curse to strand them alone in life. 

avada kedavra - a curse not to kill, but to make the target feel death’s presence in their life. 

imperius curse -  to make the intended feel helpless, that things in their life are out of their power and control

cruciatus curse  - to create pain in the life of the intended, whether physical or emotional

seven devils curse -  a curse to burn the kingdom of and haunt the target

thorn in my side - a curse for abusers

red in your ledger - to return the hurt someone has done

if you take issue with cursing, jinxing, or hexing, that is your craft, but please do not add onto this post telling witches not to curse because “karma”, “the three fold law” or whatever.  mind your own craft. 

[nightmarist]

Tips for Hexing & Cursing

Anything Hot, Spicy, or Sour can inflict physical pain, heat, agitation, or “sourness” to the individual.

Anything you normally use for divination, dreams, or astral can be used for Illusions, Delusions, & Nightmares

Anything you use for spirit work can be used to send unhappiness, restlessness, or spirits to someone

Anything poisonous/toxic can be used to create either illness or even death.

Any number or color association you may have can be used in opposition against them.

Anything with positive aspects can be used to siphon those aspects from your target.

Personal Recommendations:

Stones

Amethyst - Nightmares, illusion, paranoia

Jet - cloud their vision, blind them

Serpentine - Sickness, illness, make their ground unsteady

Smoky Quartz - Delay them, cloud their vision, make them be late

Lead - weigh them down, make them be late

Malachite - Anxiety, fear, cowardice, nausea

Green Obsidian - Siphon/steal energy

Obsidian - Cloud judgement, block energy

Jade - give yourself control over aspects of their lives

Amber - get them stuck, cause obstacles

Bloodstone - Nausea, chaos, frailty

Carnelian - Rage, anger

Hematite - Attract negativity into their lives

Peridot - Confusion

Petrified Wood - Ruin, abandonment

Garnet - Steal their loved ones, others wide with you

Plants

Nightshade - Anxiety, nightmares, sickness

Rosemary - Taint their dreams, nightmares, cloud their vision

Mistletoe - Attracting serious harm

Gardenia - Steal their love life, break someone up

Ivy - Binding, standstill

Roses - Tempt them into cheating, cause cheating in their life, make them attracted to you (especially good when you want to hurt them)

Mint - Visions, nightmares, paranoia

Lavender - Depression, lack of sleep, restlessness

Lotus - Depression, sadness

Catnip - Distraction, loss

Dahlia - Bad luck, loss

Violet - Nervousness, Anxiety, Paranoia

Valerian - Nightmares, Anxiety

Foxglove - Nausea, nightmares, obsessive vanity

Ginger - Bitterness

Incense/Scents

Sandalwood - Block, prevention, aids in astral cursing

Dragon’s Blood - Cause unwanted attention, spotlight, destruction

Frankincense - Can be used to control, subconscious actions to your bidding

Myrrh - Reflect back hexes/curses

Lavender - Anxiety, fear, depression, delusion, lack of sleep

Patchouli - Cause unwanted attention, push away loved ones

Nag Champa - Cause tunnel vision, over-focus, fussy, over-critical 

Musk - Temptation, authoritative interference

Sage - “Cut that shit out”

Colors

Red - Unwanted attention, aggression, anger, divide, agitation, burning, itching, emotional/personal obsession, impulsive, temptation

Pink - Anxiety, nervousness, unease, fussiness, over critical, discrimination, bias, error

Blue - Sadness, anxiety, depression, loss, mourning, grief, loss of money and valuables, distance, emptiness

Light Blue - Anxiety, detached, cold, loss of control, slipping, time manipulation (cause lateness or earliness), vague, cloud judgement, obscure visions, dream manipulation

Dark Blue - Nightmares, dream manipulation, fear, terror, darkness, manipulation

Purple - Nightmares, anxiety, dreams and visions altered/tainted, material obsession, confusion, constant change, manipulate variables, influence

Lavender - Lack of ambition, distraction, confusion, lack of motivation, easily distracted, restless, dissociation, indecisive

Green - Stubborn, forceful, rash, obstacles, getting nothing from work, blocking, inability to reach milestones, halt, stop

Orange - Expenses, not enough money, blocking flow, material obsession, yearning and getting nothing, distractions

Yellow - Siphon money/fortune/good from them, leech from them, lack of energy, lack of control, constant annoyanes

Gold - Financial ruin, siphon money, narrow-minded, tunnel-vision

Silver - Financial ruin, lying (to them), reveal truths, loss, mourning, departure

Black - Death, loss, mourning, depression, obscure their vision, bring out the worst, drama

White - Lack of ambition, blank their mind, disappear, make them (or yourself to them) invisible, push away their family

Numbers

Ego, selfishness, loneliness

Discontent, not enough, divide

Imbalance, obstacles, hurdles

Hard authority figures, brutality, dominated

Lack of reason, lack of logic, lack of common sense

Unwanted attention, steal love, take away passion

Lack of ability, taken advantage of, gullible

Blocking knowledge, not thinking, clouded judgement

Shadow, unwanted memories

Forced change, starting over, ruination

Lack of energy, siphon strength and courage

Over-sacrifice, sensitivity

Ending, regrettable actions

Restraint, discomfort

Dissatisfaction, lackluster, anti-climatic

Destruction, violence, catastrophe

Hopelessness, lack of courage, blocking

Anxiety, delusion, nightmares, trouble with discernment

Lack of expression, trouble expressing, you have influence over them

Absolution, resolve, forced ending, loss, limitations

Note: Adding salt to certain herbs or small spells (such as bay and/or basil mixed with lemon for money) can siphon that thing to you from them for a simple small hex. 

Whatever you do with information is on you. Do with it what you wish.

[tendcrheartcd]

my morning witchy routine

so i made up this routine to help me be a better witch (and to add some clarity and peace to my day-to-day life). take what you wish from this!

🍂🍄 wake up and draw two tarot cards. one card for how my day will go physically, and one card for how my day will go emotionally.

🍂🍄 grab my crystal satchel and place all crystals on my windowsill to charge all day. including my amethyst, which i use most, to put under my pillowcase and protect me from bad dreams and attract good dreams.

🍂🍄 (not really a witchy thing but a good thing in general) i get on my phone and text everyone and wish them a good day and send good vibes to people i know all across the states and some across the world. 

🍂🍄 brew some coffee and add herbs that have good associations to fill me up with goodness (also i have a legit coffee addiction and i’ll be cranky without it lol i need it)

🍂🍄 gather my notes and laptop and my backpack for the day and bless my school supplies with productive energy for the day

all of this takes about 30 mins (if i get it done really fast before i have to catch the bus) and it really helps me. what helps you??

[spiritusarcanum-deactivated2020]

Astragalomancy: Divination with Dice

Antique Bone Dice Photo by Matthew Venus

Astragalomancy, which is a form of Cleromancy, is divination by use of dice. It is an ancient form of divination and is still used by many when seeking answer to the unknown.

One of the most common forms of Dice Divination used today is accomplished by using three dice.

The diviner will either draw out a circle, roughly eight inches or so, on a piece of paper or on the ground. Some diviners have a simple mat which they use for this that will have the circle pre-drawn. The question is posed and the dice are cast.

To determine the meaning of the reading the diviner will first examine if any dice have fallen outside of the circle.

1 dice outside - Difficulties lie ahead

2 dice outside- Arguments and Quarrels are likely

3 dice outside- A sign of luck and success (no reading needed)

The dice that land within the circle are totaled up and their sum indicates the message.

0,1,2 - No answer available. Ask another day

3 - a change in circumstances will happen soon

4 -  Unpleasantness, arguments, misunderstanding

5 - Unexpected surprise or information, your plans and wishes will be fulfilled

6 - Loss of some kind, most likely financial, possibly material, or a relationship

7-  Potential hardships, gossip, finances, etc. They will eventually be resolved

8- You should not act to hastily, lack of discretion may lead to misfortune

9- A possible union in love or in business , success in romance and/or gambling   10- New beginnings, possibly a birth, or a new job/promotion

11- Potential loss of a person, death, short term illness; or the return of a person who was estranged from you

12- Important communication will arrive soon, seek counsel if it is a legal matter, potential for a large sum of money

13- Continuation on your current path will lead to misery and difficulty

14- A friend or relative will offer their assistance, possibly an new romance arrives

15- Proceed with caution, avoid starting new projects for the next week, do not be drawn into gossip

16- A short trip will provide relief, entertainment, and potentially profit

17- Change of perspective, adjustment to plans may be needed, be receptive to the council of others, even those whom you don’t know

18- Luck, Success, Blessings, Attainment and Fulfillment

Some additional items to note

*If two dice fall one on top of the other while throwing the dice it means that you will receive a gift. Re-throw the dice for your reading.

*If you are throwing the dice on a tabletop and a one falls on the floor, you may lose a friend

*It is said that the dice shouldn’t be thrown on a Monday or Wednesday, nor should they be thrown more than three times for the same person in one day.

Matthew Venus

Spiritus Arcanum

[north-of-annwn]

Since it’s Baby Witch season, let us have a little talk about Tumblr as a resource. 

Witchblr is not what it used to be (What Tumblr community really is?) In the last few years MOST of the really competent Witches in their craft have left due to Tumblr’s policies and because of the next unfortunate fact. 

Witchblr is dominated by bebes. Now, there is nothing wrong with being a Baby Witch. I love all of y’all. But a lot of the information that is circulating Tumblr is through the lens of a beginner. This means that what started to happen is that Beginners were talking over those with more quality experience. Most of the truly experienced Witch blogs have all gone, and I miss them. 

What qualifies as a beginner? It’s longer than you think.

Beginner years of Witchcraft can last anywhere from 0-7 years. It depends on how much time and energy they put into their craft, but ALSO the quality of their research and interaction with people of various practices and beliefs. 

Beginner Witches are in the beginning stages of learning about metaphysical principles, history of esoterics, and the underlying rules and principles that guide their craft. They still need additional foundation information/tools/resources/help whenever going to learn something. Now, I would say that no one leaves the Beginner stage until at LEAST 3 years in (and that’s 3 years where you researched and practiced DAILY). 

MOST of the blogs I see on Tumblr are Beginner Witches trying to teach or pass along scraps of information they’ve found on metaphysics and pagan religions. I wouldn’t say the information that is often put out is *wrong* but rather extremely limited in scope, and typically presented through assumption rather than experience. 

Baby Witches, please be wary of teaching before you are truly capable of taking on the responsibility of sharing knowledge from personal experience. Be wary of the sources you are consuming.

[i-write-sins-not-poems]

Mum:hey -

Me, returning from a walk in the woods after still being unsuccesfull in getting abducted by the fair folk: I don’t wanna talk right now

[probably-a-velociraptor]

Ye olden days: “ we must never go in there, the fair folk may take us away from this world”

Millennials: *banging pots and pans together in the middle of a mushroom circle during a full moon on an equinox * “IT WOULD BE A SHAME IF SOMETHING ABUCTED ME RIGHT ABOUT NOW!”

[the-incomplete-grimoire-deactiv]

Weird Little Habits That Are Actually Magick

Knocking on wood Blowing on dandelion seeds Using a fallen eyelash to make a wish Kissing under mistletoe Throwing spilled salt over your left shoulder Don’t put shoes on the table/bed Don’t open an umbrella indoors Finding four leaf clovers for luck Carving jack-o-lanterns Wearing masks/costumes on Halloween Using flower petals to play ‘Love-me, Love-me-not’ Wishing on a falling star

That’s all I can think of at the moment, add more!

[thewitchsbeginning]

Was talking about this the other day!!! 

[sacred-seidr]