CRYSTALS — rose quartz / clear quartz / amethyst / selenite / tiffany stone / opal / kunzite / morganite
WATERS — full moon water / sun water / dew / melted snow / ocean water
TOOLS — candles (pink, white, blue) / brushes / mirrors / ribbons
ENCHANTED OBJECTS — jewelry / makeup / charms / clothes / other accessories
MISC — flowers / fruits / sugar / herbs
BEAUTY - roses, catnip, dew, ginger, ginseng, heather, maidenhair, orange
COURAGE - basil, fluorite, mullein, sunstone, sweetpea, thyme, tiger eye, amatrine
FOCUS - amber, aquamarine, celery, celestite, ocean water, onyx, master root
TRUTH - bluebell, iron pyrite, moss agate, opal, selenite, yellow candles
STRENGTH - bay leaf, ebony, mulberry, pennyroyal, saffron, thistle, tourmaline, oak bark
WISDOM - almond, amethyst, bay leaf, coral, iris, sage, sunflower, skullcap
ATTRACTION - honey, cinnamon, cardamom, carnelian, patchouli, damiana, rosehips
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spirit work – a few essential and basic tips
soul work – some methods for doing soul related work
crystals – how to identify lemurian crystals
i am feeling spiritually drained and i have nightmares
crystals – ideas to protect your crystals from breaking
nature offerings – what to leave and not leave in nature
full moon eclipse – are spells recommended in such nights?
full moon eclipse – is charging recommended in such nights?
spells – what’s your take on these types of magic?
water magic – does moon water with a cloudy sky work?
low spoons – some methods to refresh your spiritual energy
secret witch – i can’t perform spells because i don’t have…
crystals – how can i learn more about crystals?
sun magic – how to appreciate the sun in many ways
soul work – is it possible to remember things or feel familiar?
witchy books – a few books that i can recommend
a few thoughts on the elements and our souls
anxiety – aroma therapy and some other pointers
spells – creative witchcraft is amazing
spells – all the things you can do with words
angels – some words on angels, spirits and guides
astral work – i’ve experienced a ringing in my ear
energy work – how to keep your third eye healthy
divination – tarot cards that pop up at you
crystals – this one crystal makes me nauseous
sigils – some cool things to know about them
crystals – why do i loose the crystals that i like the most?
spells – can you do any magic with clouds?
divination – some really good pointers for pendulum work
grimoire – read this if you are struggling with your grimoire
dreams – i am dreaming of having angel wings and flying
deity work – i want to do something nice for Aphrodite
spirit work – how can i find out about my spirit guide?
spirit work – thought on fae work for beginners
is it possible that certain months hold specific meanings?
spirit work – how did you know about your spirit guide?
divination – some of my favourite tarot decks
crystals – i always get a headache with hematite
synchronicities – what does the number 42 mean?
soul work – how do i find out how many lives i’ve had?
soul work – how do i find out more about my past lives?
divination – how long should i practice before digging deep?
spiritual growth – how do one get in touch with the higher self?
soul work – how do i find stuff out without divination?
mental health - can i still have intuition and magical powers?
angels – how to go about the whole angel topic
spiritual growth – what’s it like to feel the higher self?
spirit work – some words on deities, spirits and guides
soul work – how important your original soul self is
synchronicities – angel numbers and how to read them
altars – what can i put on an altar for spring?
cleansing – general thoughts on cleansing a room
witchcraft isn’t always doing spells and rituals - it’s much more
grimoire – of course you can have an electronic grimoire
astrology – basic explanation of the zodiac and chart
divination – example reading for how to do Lenormand
potions – some basic beginner advice for simple potions
personal growth – how to deal with anger and frustration
astrology – some thoughts on planets in retrograde
astrology – what are planetary influences?
spells – some advice on how to heal a broken heart
synchronicities – seeing your birthday numbers
synchronicities – seeing certain letters or initials everywhere
spells – gender validation spell for LGBTQ+ witches
soul work – does it work with only tarot cards?
flowers – and general thoughts on correspondences
herbs – do i have to pick herbs in some special way?
astrology – thoughts on compatibility and romance
shops – members of our community with witch shops
soul work – what is possible? past lives as animals?
crystals – to lift up someones vitality and mental state
manifestation – thoughts on my birthday manifestation
full moon – the moon and the energies of the zodiac
soul work – can you feel a soulmate somehow?
aphantasia – how to be magical nonetheless
magical girl – some cute magical girl content of mine
spells – some ideas for binding spells to prevent harm
water magic – some thoughts on moon water
cleansing – can i cleanse with candle smoke?
grimoire – group grimoire with trusted witches // updated on April 30th 2019
divination – how to pick your first tarot deck
beginner witchcraft advice on books
divination – general advice on reading cards
synchronicities – some tips for angel numbers
divination – creative advice for shufflemancy
divination – trust your intuition & do pendulum
ways to cleanse without smoke and essential oils
angels – in my opinion fallen angels aren’t a thing
spirit work – some words on fae and protection
energy work – meditation is a good start
crystals – some thoughts on crystal grids
dream work – tarot and dream interpretation
synchronicities – numerology & angel numbers
spirit work – personal thoughts on material offerings
you will never have to do something that scares you
cleansing – do you think i did this right…?
sigils – the “forgetting method” isn’t the only method
soul work – some general angel soul wisdom
dream work – dreaming of the “death” tarot card
energy work – cleansing and grounding
aphantasia – how to work around some things
divination – some ways to bond with your deck
hearing weird things with tarot deck under pillow
divination – painting your own tarot deck
clair-abilities – knowing peoples intentions
spirit work – my personal views on spirit conjuring
astrology – how to read your natal chart, easy!
clair-abilities – what could this experience mean?
crystals – what i personally love to do with them
can i use a pocket knife as an athame?
general advice on how to roll with your own craft
advice on how to enchant objects effectively
clair-abilities – some thoughts on being an empath
crystals – moss agate to keep your plants healthy
spells – can ingredients energies go bad?
divination – starting tarot with a traditional deck
crystals – what to look out for when purchasing online
spells – the entire moon cycle and its meanings
deity work – always investigate what you feel drawn to
crystals – few words on real and fake crystals
divination – the major arcana of the tarot
divination – how do people read for others online?
spirit work – how to reach out to your guides
angels – how to have faith and how to believe
magical powers only come at the age of 16….?
spirit work – can i worship nymphs?
my personal beliefs around worship and deities
crystals – i get a headache with this one crystal
really small advice on being a secret witch
clair-abilities – working with your intuition and skills
for what could i use sea shells and sand?
angels – communication through music and writing
divination – how to cleanse your tarot deck
soul work – experiences with the higher self
spirit work – the relationship with your guides
spells – black moon, dark moon and blue moon
being a witch and feeling anxious and disconnected
soul work – how to find out about past lives
angels – was this a real angel encounter…?
divination – pendulum letter board
astral work – is astral work a safe practice?
angels – how to find out about your angels
pointers on how to create a witch work space!
how to be spiritual despite nothing seems to work
dreams – what could it mean to dream about uranus
aphantasia – meeting my guides despite having it
human 101 – how to be kind in our community
divination – my deck was acting really weird
crystals – thoughts on lepidolite crystals
crystals – some crystals for working with angels
crystals – what exactly are lemurian crystals..?
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Beltane Celebration
Hi lovely ones! We know it’s super late but we have been working hard on new surprises you will like a lot! We promise! But for now, here’s the Beltane Spell Celebration of this month.
You will need previous Moon Water already made and you will pour it carefully inside a clear vase of your choice. After this step is done, light up the white candle and think of the elements in front of you. Make a silent wish.
Now place the flowers inside the vase while making a blessing to someone or something for each flower you put. Once it’s all done, please take a moment to think about the meaning of this celebration time. Of How it’s related to have fun, fertility, abundance, romance, celebration and protection.
If you are ok with it, you can also offer these to the faeries around your home and expect magical energies through all the month.
maybe you call it infodumping or too much information but i call it being interested in concepts that take more than 5 minutes to transmit
Loose Mabon incense
dried orange peels
star anise
cinnamon bark or cinnamon stick broken up
dried cedar leaf
calendula flowers
8 drops orange essential oil
5 drops cinnamon essential oil
3 drops nutmeg essential oil
Break up chunkier ingredients, like cinnamon and dried orange peel, into smaller pieces. This will both release the scent and make them easier to burn.
Mix all the dry ingredients together in a clean glass jar using a chopstick or the handle of a wooden spoon.
Add essential oils, one drop at a time, mixing the incense between drops to disperse oil evenly. Store in a clean glass jar for up to 4 months.
Use your Mabon incense anyway you want to.
Here’s a few ideas:
Toss a handful in to empower your ritual bonfire.
Burn it in a cauldron or fire safe bowl on a charcoal disk.
Steep it in water and boil it on the stove for smoke-free way to release the scent of autumn in your home.
Add a small pinch into a handmade ritual candle during the melting process..
I’ve heard from quite a few of you that you don’t know what to put in your grimoire, or that you were having a hard time filling it! Here is a jumble of Lapis Cat’s tips & ideas for your grimoire!
Getting started can be hard, for a lot of reasons! I think it took me so incredibly long to do mine because i was so nervous about messing it up.
Different ways to keep your grimoire
- Spiral notebooks
- Composition books
- Binders
- Flash drive/SD card
- In google drive, notes on your phone/computer, online
- I’ve seen a $5 hardback sketchbook from michaels used
I will add, Don’t go off and buy a $65 grimoire that is beautiful for your first one, unless you really just must. You will have many grimoires after this one, and they will get more organized and beautiful as you establish your style over time.
Once you’ve selected your personal book, Its time to gather information to put in it! This is the part i’m often asked about. Nothing is mandatory in a grimoire, and you should add only information that is important to you. The one thing i will suggest you add is a blessing as one of your first pages. I’ve posted a book of shadows blessing in the past <3 Everything listed under this are just ideas for things you can add in!
Witches Rune
Sacred Traditions
Blessing
Salt Blessing
Water blessing
Cleansing methods
Sabbats
All about your goddess(es) and god(s)
Grounding
Alphabets
Runes
Symbols
Circle Casting
Songs for the goddess
Songs and methods to raise power within a circle
Elemental Powers
Moon Phases/Correspondences
Hour correspondences
Celestial Bodies & Correspondences
Color Correspondences
Herb Correspondences
Crystal Correspondences
Daily Influences
Planetary Influences
Incense correspondences
Astrology/Planetary Spirits
Numbers & their correspondences
Names of power
One word spells
Spell crafting table
Consecration methods for your sacred items
Crystal Cleansing & Programming
Meditations
Teas and associations with magick
Kitchen witchery
Divination
Your personal spells
Sigils
Your rituals
Reactions & Experiences
I hope this helps you get started on your grimoire and gives you plenty of ideas on how to fill the pages!!
I made this spell jar for my boyfriend, right now he is having a hard time finding a job and I wanted to help him is some way.
Moon cycle: New/Full
Day: Thursday
List of items:
Orange: Luck
Cinnamon: Success
Ginger: Power
Pecan: Employment
Bay Leaf: Wish
Green Wax/Ribbon
White Wax/Ribbon
St. Cajetan medal
Jar
Cleans and charge all of your items before the spell and write down what time the new or full moon comes out. Draw the Chi Rho light the candles and chant:
Oh Lord my God, I offer you these items in your name. May they help you in your work to make this spell come to pass.
In your name I pray, Amen.
Say each ingredient out loud and what it’s for in the spell, once you place everything in the jar seal it with the white and green wax the lip of jar. When the wax has harden tie the ribbons around the jar with with medal of St. Cajetan. Then offer the complete spell jar again to God and chant:
Oh God and St. Cajetan, You know my desire for a job, for work I enjoy doing, for the next step in my career to present itself. I pray that you would guide me as I continue on this job hunting journey. May I focus first on your will for my life, putting your desires and your plan above my own wishes and wants. Please open doors to new opportunities that you desire for me, equip me with the skills, knowledge, and wisdom to take steps forward in this process. As I craft my resume, write cover letters, submit my applications, connect with potential employers, and go on interviews. Give me the words to speak and the courage to share who I am and what I can do. Give me confidence that can only come from you, and give me humility too. I trust you, Lord the with your help and Cajetan – my life is in your hands. Let your will be done, thank you for being near to me every step of the way and thank you for always providing for my every need. May this all be for your glory.
Amen
Sealed it with a kiss and leave it in the moon light. Have fun and good luck with the job huntting!
Alder- balance between the emotions and actions, Water and Fire elements, Ostara, Mars and the Moon, amethyst, ravens & hawks, purple, Fae, Apollo, Aphrodite; used to help face what you’ve been avoiding lately
Ash- feminine in nature, Fire element, energy conductor; new growth, good wood to use for wands, staves & besom handles; one of the three sacred trees (Oak, Ash, & Hawhorn); (known as to be the World Tree or Yaggdrisal in Norse/Celtic)
Aspen- protection, overcoming fear, ascent, Air element, Persephone, Hades, ancestry, heritage, cleansing, healing, family and community, Mabon, the planet Mercury
Birch- purification, protection, exorcism; represents renewal, Thor, rebirth and beginnings as it is the first tree after Winter to leaf; great in protection spells; (to ward off Evil Eye, tie a red string to branch)
Chestnut Tree- fertility, grounding and centering energy, healing, love, prosperity, abundance, attracting animals, relieving worry, transforming karma, Artemis, the planets Jupiter & the Sun, masculine
Fir- immortality, seeing situations clearly, planet Jupiter, Earth element, birth, used in blessing mothers and babies, shadow work, Artemis, Frigg,
Hawthorn- masculine, Fire element, Fae/fairies, love, marriage, Beltane, health, fertility, chastity, protection and death; keep out unfriendly entities/spirits when placed around doors and windows, considered portal to fea realm (NOTE: tree is sacred to fairies, it is strongly recommended that one ask permission before taking the blooms or sprigs; leave an offering when cutting down a whole tree- offerings such as milk, honey, wine or cider poured into the ground, baked goods, crystals & gemstones)
Hazel- spirit contact, manifestation, protection, prosperity, wisdom, dreams, divination, dowsing, knowledge, marriage, inspiration, wrath, fertility, intelligence, reconciliation, poetic inspiration, anti-lightning charm; sacred to Fae; traditionally burned in Balefires during Beltane & Litha (it is also said that mistletoe that grows on Hazel protects you from being bewitched)
Hickory- childbirth support, land nourishment, protection from legal difficulties, transitions,
Lemon Trees- longevity, the Moon, feminine, Water element, purification, refreshment, unity, uplifting, clarity, friendship, happiness, aura cleanse, rejuvenation, awareness, love, fidelity, lunar deities
Maple- feminine, Water element, the Moon, the planet Jupiter, wisdom of balance, love, longevity, money, travel, spiritual healing, learning and decision-making (especially when bringing about or dealing with change), great horned owl, communication
Oak- money, success, strength, fertility, stability, health, healing, potency and good luck; known for attracting light; associated with the Sky Gods/Goddesses (especially White Oak) a holy tree; one of the three sacred trees (Oak, Ash & Thorn); (their acorns were carried in the pockets of Druids for good luck)
Olive Tree- masculine, prosperity, wisdom, abundance, peace, protection, console (a person), Athena, the Sun, Fire element, Mabon
Palm Tree- cleansing, feminine, transforming, transitions, divine, masculine, fertility, nourishment, peace, relaxation, victory,
Pine- rebirth, immortality, strength in adversity, overcoming hardships through optimism & inner strength; Pine cones are good for tips of wands or staffs; (use a pine branch like a broom to brush away negative energy from your home or from surfaces (like a altar))
Poplar- life cycles, Zeus, death and rebirth, Hades, the planet Jupiter, enhancing divination tools, love; good for all-purpose wands; leaves for altar decoration for Samhain, celebrations in honor of Hades, ancestral rites, funerals/any ceremony related to the underworld
Redwood (aka Sequoia)- Earth wisdom, protection, fire resistance, healing, abundance, Fire element, balance
Rowan- the Sun, tourmaline, protection, Imbolc, meditation, broadening perspectives, dowsing, divination, the Goddess Bridget
Spruce- ancient wisdom, Goddess energy, healing, protection, purification, spiritual refreshment, pure intentions
Willow- divination, resonance, harmony, the Moon, moonstone, Water element, masculine, support, death, Hades, directing energy, ghosts/spirits, Hecate, Persephone, Lunar alignment, pain relief, personal empowerment, creativity, fertility, female rights of passage, inspiration, emotion, binding, love, protection, healing
Witch Hazel- dowsing, the planet Saturn; can be burned to rid of negative emotions, hexes/curses, and general negative
Yew- associated with death and rebirth, witches, Yule, consecrated ground, divination, astral travel, the planets Jupiter & Saturn, the Goddess Hecate; good for runes, Ogham sticks, frames for scrying mirrors, talking boards (PLEASE NOTE: it should not be used for goblets or any dishes that will be eaten from!!! It will make you sick or even kill you)
To advance spiritual development and gain wisdom. This spell calls upon Inanna/ Persephone
Charcoal disc
Fireproof dish
Purple candle
Matches
Two tablespoons of dried dittany of crete (etsy, amazon, while foods)
1 pomegranate
Sharp knife
Light the charcoal dish, let burn down so it does not smoke to much. When it's ready light the candle then say "I call upon (diety of choice) queen of the land of the dead, wise beyond reckoning, to bless my spirit quest and guide my footsteps through the darkness"
Add the dittany to the disc
Slice open pomegranate, take out six seeds and eat them
Close your eyes, imagine yourself sinking into the darkness, going deeper where there is nothing but silence. Stay there in the silence for as long as needed, when ready, blow out the candle, then burn it for a hour at sunset till it's gone.
Bury the pomegranate in your yard/garden. Keep a dream diary throught the winter season
Change it up, make it your own if desired
Sourced: little book of spells
It’s okay to not “dress like a witch”, you are a witch, so you are dressed like one!
Sometimes spells don’t work, don’t get flustered, try again!
Not everybody in the community is nice and welcoming, hold your ground.
Find what path suits YOU, not your peers.
Witchcraft is customisable to fit YOUR needs.
Cursing is NOT a bad thing!
Respect closed cultures always.
You don’t have to be religious.
Witchcraft and Wicca are NOT synonymous! Witchcraft is a secular practice, Wicca is a religion completely unrelated.
Remember to ground and cleanse every once and a while.
Thank your tools occasionally.
Witchcraft is not the solution to all of your problems.
Ingesting herbs can be dangerous at times, be careful. Especially if you take medication!
You will not be able to control people, read minds, levitate, or use telekinesis. Those are all movie magic.
Take everything with a large grain of salt.
Read as much as you can, even the “bad” (cough silver ravenwolf) books, you can learn what not to do that way.
Avoid Silver Ravenwolf unless just reading for the meme.
You don’t have to keep up an edgy “witch” aesthetic, just be you!
There tends to be a lot of drama surrounding the witch community in particular, stay out of it.
STAY AWAY FROM PAGANSUNCENSORED.
You don’t have to do anything you don’t feel comfortable doing.
Covens are NOT mandatory.
There is no special ‘initiation’ to become a witch, you want to identify as a witch? You’re a witch! Just like magic.
Be careful of who you trust, just like any other community there are bad eggs who will try to hurt you.
You don’t have to use divination to be a witch!
You don’t have to tell people you practice until you feel safe doing so, don’t feel rushed.
RESEARCH, CROSS CHECK, THEN CHECK AGAIN! Never believe one source.
Shielding and protection are important.
Casting a circle is not necessary, it is a preference.
People who have been practicing for longer than you will sometimes try to belittle you, do not believe them. You are just as much a witch as someone who has been practicing 20+ years, you’re just newer.
DON’T LICK UNKNOWN ROCKS. Seriously, you could die.
Using a ouija board is not going to summon a demon, but take the same precautions you would with any spirit work.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help, or ask someone to teach you something.
Remember that you don’t have to be ONE type of witch, you can practice forty different types of witchcraft at one time if you want!
Charging your crystals gives them an extra boost and aids in magic.
If you don’t want to use the title “witch”, you don’t have to. There are many, MANY other ways to say you like a little magic in your cereal.
There are many ways to practice in secret, but make sure you’re safe in doing so.
Burying jars is awful for the environment. Find biodegradable things to use instead!
Be careful if collecting graveyard dirt (or anything from a graveyard) - you can get into some pretty extensive trouble.
Be cautious about using rusty nails. Always wear gloves.
Basic fire safety goes a LONG way.
Your own intuition is one of your biggest tools, learn to use it well.
Learn at your own speed!
Don’t use witchcraft in place of medical/psychiatric professional assistance.
Working with Fae can be dangerous, make sure you know what you’re doing.
Research before doing something, common sense right?
Familiars will not always be your pets, unfortunately.
Working with spirits can be dangerous, take necessary precautions.
Lemon water is probably the easiest way to cleanse, just be careful around crystals.
You are valid as a witch, no matter if you’ve been practicing 20 minutes or 20+ years. You are awesome.
NEW MOON : Setting intentions, taking actions, moving forward, focusing in the increase, starting new ventures, exploring opportunities
WAXING CRESCENT : Redefining goals and taking first actions, consistency, gaining momentum, determination, pushing forward
FIRST QUARTER : Finding the balance between the new goals and habits, expansion, being practical, concentration on goals
WAXING GIBBOUS : Cultivating actions toward goals, improving and readjusting, intensive growth, pushing boundaries
FULL MOON : The energy of completion, gratefulness, cleansing, charging, appreciating progress, psychic work, letting go
WANING GIBBOUS : Giving thanks, decluttering, eliminating negative habits, slowing down, reevaluing goals
LAST QUARTER : Letting go, practicing forgiveness, finding time to relax, cord-cutting, get rid of unhealthy habits and addictions
WANING CRESCENT : Making room for new, rest and surrender, energizing by doing things we love, discharging the health issues
Robin’s Journal | she/her | lesbian | 20 | struggling with mental health & returning to my craft.
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