“I Am Safe In This Hospital”

// hiking and getting lost in the neverending glory of the Universe 🙏🏼

cosy home open spell jar 

Ingredients:

(basically whatever things you associate with comfort, homeliness, cosiness etc. Use herbs that are already dried. Also pick thinks that smell nice!) I used:

sage 

basil 

oregano 

lavender

rosemary

lavender essential oil

anise essential oil 

rosemary essential oil 

salt (pink Himilayan salt would work awesome)

cinnamon stick

a rich coloured ribbon to tie around the top

Method:

start with yourself, your room and your tools already cleansed 

add your ingredients to the jar, starting with herbs first and adding your essential oils (~5 drops of each) to this, then mix together

use whole stems of dried herbs for added visual interest in your jar 

charge with a piece of selenite, your wand or athame - setting your intent whilst you do this. For instance “my home will be filled with comforting vibes”

finish off the spell by tying a rich or darkly coloured ribbon around the neck of the jar

place on a window sill, above a radiator, or by a doorway and allow the smell to gently imbue your room for a few weeks! To extend it’s ‘shelf-life’, keep it charged with a piece of selenite and add more drops of essential oils as necessary.

(you could change the size of your jar, add stones or pieces of wood, anything you like really!)

I always thought it was a shame to add such delightful smelling ingredients to a jar, and then seal it so that they can’t get out. So, for some spells where it makes sense for the energies of the spell to disperse over time. An open jar is perfect for these types of spells as it leaves the lovely scents and the energies to freely imbue the room over a few weeks. 

#BackToSchoolWitchcraft - Day 9

Make a small magical sachet to keep in your backpack

This is basically a protection sachet against negativity, that might infect your school. All of the following ingredients are substitutable. 

What you’ll need:

Rosemary - protection against negativity

Pine needles - protection against negativity

Cloves - banishing negative energies

Basil - protection against negativity

Bay leaves - dispelling negative energies

Red pepper - to burn away negativity

Clear quartz - protection

Aloe - protection against negativity

Protection sigil 

Some of your hair

How to do:

1) Optional. Make a protection sigil. Mine states “Protection from negativity”. 

2) Place all your ingredients into the sachet, while asking them to protect from/burn/banish negativity, depending on what ingredient you use. 

3) Close your sachet firmly, and visualise your intent being sealed within it. 

Note: If you want to, you can charge your sachet under the full moon that’s coming up later this week! It’s a great source of extra energy, and could give your sachet a powerful boost. 

All About: House Spirits

Well, it's about time I brought them up once again, in their own post. This guide may be on the lengthy side, but it's here to explain what they are and how to begin working with them.

What the hell is a house spirit?

House spirits come from all different cultures and folklore. Known as, you guessed it, guardians of the home. They protect the house itself, the land around it (they get along with the land spirit(s) most of the time), and they also protect the family if treated right. A home certainly doesn't feel like one without these presiding spirits helping. In fact it gives the home a life of it's own.

What do they look like? Are there types?

Across many cultures, there are these spirits and the folklore varies for each. In my tribe, we consider them to usually be little dwarves or goblins that must be appeased, otherwise they will cause bad luck or even resort to curses. Regular offerings are required. Then there are the land spirits, which is a whole other topic. If given regular offerings and respect, we believe that they will not only generate good luck and events for us, but protect us and help with our daily lives. For the witches of the tribe, they will often assist in rituals and spells. That all being said, this has carried over into my personal beliefs. Many cultures describe house spirits assisting with the same things and if they are displeased, bad occurrences following. As far as looks go, it depends on the folklore surrounding your area and your cultural background(s). You may believe in one or two types or an entire spectrum of house spirits from the realm of the fair folk. You could have one house spirit or twelve. It's entirely up to your home. In some cultures, there are door spirits (yes, that guard the doors) and ones that work in the kitchen, among others for different functions of the home.

Okay so, I live in an apartment building. Can I still work with them?

Yes. When I used to live in apartments, I found it was an either/or situation regarding how many were there. Some buildings have only a few that roam around, sometimes only one that protects the entire building, or there may be multiple hanging out in one apartment. Most complexes have multiple however. And then for the lucky buildings that have one for each apartment...those are nice. I've included a short offering ritual at the end of this post, which you can use to ask questions about whatever you wish to know, including how many there are in the building.

What kind of offerings do they like?

Milk, honey, bread, and herbs are a safe bet. They especially like bread baked by you, as they see it as a labor of love and that your energy is in there. Taking time to tend to the garden and taking care of your property & home in general are things they like to see. Don't leave the house a huge mess, as many prefer a tidy atmosphere. Not an offering per say, but important to mention nonetheless.

What should I put on their altar?

I keep my altar for them in the kitchen, as it is in a place that is undisturbed and can't be torn up by my land shark (aka, my dog). I also feel that most of the house spirits I have worked with in my life enjoy hanging out in this area of the home. They seem to like assisting in kitchen magic and cooking in general and the warmth of the stove. You may also want to include a small area near the front door if you believe that there are separate spirits for there. I'd recommend a shelf, as it won't take up as much space in the entryway.

Okay, back on track. Plants (if the space gets enough light), a cauldron, candles, offering bowls, a chalice, glass, or mug of some sort. A special spoon to stir the drinks or potions with. Decorative pieces from nature. Things you craft by hand.

How can I begin working with them?

Anytime, in reality. However, you do have to develop an actual relationship with them. This can take time and the more you speak to them, give offerings, and invite them in as you cook or clean, the more they will be willing to help with your spellwork, wards, and healing. Try the introduction ritual I've included. See what happens. Document it. Try again another time the following week. And just...keep going. Make sure that they know you haven't forgotten about them by leaving a small nightly glass of milk out before you head to bed. It doesn't have to be filled to the rim (hey, cost of living is ridiculous right now). It can be a splash with a squirt of honey added. Or a sprinkle of herbs on their bowl. Or maybe a small helping of what you whipped up for dinner. Point is to show them that you acknowledge and respect their presence. That will be the biggest component. Do the ritual once a week until you start seeing signs of contact. Once you do, make your own ritual with them. Incorporate them into your daily life. Ask them to help with blessing your cooking. Ask them to make sure your wards are in tact. Ask the door spirit to purify the energy of anyone that walks in & make bad people resist coming by. Start seeing if they'd like to sit in on a ritual, if you feel comfortable with that idea. Ask for a blessing when you clean the house & to assist you in removing all the bad energy.

Brief introductory ritual

To introduce yourself to your house spirits, I recommend sitting in your kitchen. If you consider your hearth to be the living room, you can choose to do it there. Make sure to bring offerings with that you feel will be applicable. Freshly baked bread (from your own hands) and some milk with honey stirred in would make a wonderful first treat. I usually introduce myself in a new home by bringing these treats to the location of choice, and start by speaking my intention aloud which goes something like:

"Spirits of the home,

Guardians and Protectors of this dwelling,

Please come sit with me and enjoy these offerings.

I wish to have a working relationship where we can honor, respect, and help each other."

I usually spend about ten-twenty minutes meditating after this is spoken aloud. Sometimes you will feel a strong presence. This is the time I take to set up my kitchen altar as well. If there is a place that I am able to create a mini-altar by the front door, I do so there for the door spirits. The land spirits get their own little thing out in the backyard. I've found in the many places I've lived, they almost always work together and some house spirits spend quite some time out there too!

From here on out, you'll develop your relationship with regular offerings and take it from there!

“This person leaves my heart and mind for good” A request! Thanks!

“I am guarded from recurring nightmares.” It’s always fun when your symptoms get so bad you realise you need to make a sigil. 

Safe From Harm Spell Jar

I made this jar for protection on Halloween night, as many neighborhoods aren’t safe enough for trick or treating, especially for children. If your neighborhood isn’t the kindest, I’d suggest keeping this jar with you!

What you’ll need:

Salt, I used garlic salt for increased protection!

Rosemary to cleanse the space around you

Bay leaf for protection + good will

Calendula for clarivoyance

Basil for protection

Parsley (optional) to protect your stomach from all that candy! 🍬

Sage for wisdom

Safe travels, everyone and Happy Halloween! 🍃🎃

MANY PEOPLE HAVE ASKED RECENTLY FOR PROTECTION SIGILS RECENTLY SO HERE ARE MY FAVORITES:

LEFT: THE EYE OF NYX, USED FOR SECRECY AND REMAINING HIDDEN, ACTIVATES WITH THE FOLLOWING "Nocte in perpetua et in perpetua nox" WORKS BEST AT NIGHT

RIGHT: A WARD SIGIL OF MY OWN DESIGN, USED FOR PROTECTION AND DEFENSE ITS EFFECTS ARE PASSIVE AND DO NOT NEED TO BE ACTIVATED FUNCTIONS BETTER THE LARGER THE SYMBOL IS

Improved Memory Ribbon Spell

Since I take certain medications that affect my short-term memory, I’ve been working on a spell to help improve this area of my life. I decided to share it in case it might help you too.  I designed this spell to be a mental exercise as much as a magickal one and I’ve used it a few times with good results. To be truthful, I don’t know if this spell already exists. I built it with experimentation, my intuition, and my attraction to aromas and colors. I hope you find it helpful.

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