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A practice is something you built, it’s very organic like an ecosystem of rituals, knowledge, words, material objects, ressources. Like the branches of a tree it sometimes dies and sometimes branches out, you builds more in one direction or choose to work more in another one. Even if you feel like you are stagnating in your practice, or you don’t know what direction to choose, you have to start somewhere. And with time you build your practice like the gardener maintains their garden.

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amortentia archive

Hiya lovelies; below is a list I’ve fashioned of various amortentia scents that may be used for your hp character in fanfics, roleplay or aesthetics, etc. Feel free to like/reblog to index or use.

n a t u r e:

pine / pine cones

crisp (autumn, winter) air / cool air

wet grass / grass / freshly mowed grass

tree bark

lavender [or other flower] meadow

cool spring rain on pavement

hot summer rain on grass

air after a rain storm

forest

garden soil

dirt / mud

autumn leaves

campfire

split / axed / cut wood

morning dew on clovers

ocean / lake / sea water

seashells

beach after a thunderstorm

beach sand

seaweed

lilac scented summer breeze

tropical summer night

northern summer night

roses / lily of the valley / gardenia / other 

sanded wood

wet wood

a garden after rain

sap from plant stems

aloe vera flesh

sage leaf

burning cedar

snow

frost / icicles

f o o d:

chocolate

maple syrup

freshly baked vanilla/chocolate cake

cupcakes

buttercream frosting

brownies

eggnog

peanut butter

nuts [cashews, almond, walnut, etc.]

pastry dough / dough

berries [strawberry, blueberry, lingonberry, etc.]

citruses [orange, lemon, etc.]

pineapple / banana / apple / various fruit

oatmeal

baked bread

spaghetti

sauteed garlic in butter

bacon

milk

nut brittle

hot chestnuts

coffee

toast

chai / peppermint / floral tea

cinnamon

caramelized onions

vanilla

herbs [mint, basil, thyme, etc.]

coconut custard / custard

cheddar / gruyere / swiss cheese

vanilla / chocolate pudding

trifle

cookie dough

cake batter

popcorn

waffles / waffle cone

cotton candy

simple syrup

honey

cucumbers

white rice

caramel

pretzels

hot cocoa

fresh baked cookies

marshmallows

cinnamon on whipped cream

h p   r e l a t e d   f o o d s:

butterbeer

firewhisky [think fireball whisky / big red gum]

treacle tart

pumpkin pasties

pumpkin juice

treacle fudge

gillywater

mulled mead

red currant rum

chocolate frogs

cauldron cake

drooble’s gum

licorice wand

elderflower wine

nettle wine / tea

h o u s e h o l d:

old furniture

freshly washed linen

dial  / irish spring soap

cigar / cigarette smoke

bleach

cast iron pan

fresh laundry

the inside of a helmet

pillows

perfume

napkins

baby powder

new shoes

boots

soy / beeswax / wax candles

the smell of ironed clothes

broomstick

dishwasher steam

wreath / christmas garland

metal

shea / cocoa butter

toothpicks

leather

new car

cat / dog / pet

carpet

clay / play-dough

paint

s t a t i o n a r y  /  l i b r a r y:

pen / quill ink

parchment

brand new notebook paper

old / new books

paper

work desk [oak, mahogany, etc.]

sharpened pencil / pencil shavings

plastic [ruler, journal binding, clips, etc.]

crayons

marker

cardboard

manila folders

glue

binders

textbooks

tape

styrofoam

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THE NEWBIE WITCH - WHAT OTHERS OFTEN DON’T TELL YOU ABOUT BEGINNING THE PRACTICE

You will find lots of articles on tumblr for newbie witches but I realized when I started practicing that a lot of things were missing and I was kind of ashamed to ask because I felt stupid.

This post is for people who have just started practicing or are planning to. If you have already been into witchcraft for years this could be a little reminder for you.

You don’t need to be wiccan. You don’t need deities in your craft. When I started I was a little puzzled: everyone was talking about prayers, faith and other religious things essential in the craft. It seemed everyone was wiccan! Or Pagan. But they were talking about things I didn’t believe in. They were questioning my religious beliefs and my will to practice witchcraft. Then I found out about the existence of secular witches i.e. witches who do not include religion in their craft. Religion is not essential in witchcraft. You can use your own power, you can ask mother earth to land you some. It’s perfectly fine.

Get info BEFORE you seriously practice. This is a point lots of people skip and underrate. When I discovered magic was real I was enthusiastic. I wanted to start as soon as possible and I was upset my exams didn’t allow me to. Now I’m glad I waited. While I was studying for my exams I read various articles, I followed witchy blogs on tumblr (windvexer and witchtips are great blogs for beginners. Look for their masterposts!) and I collected enough info to start practicing one month later but understanding what I was doing. I’m not saying you should wait months to start but just be sure to be aware of the basis and the possible dangers.

Trust your guts! There are witches who will tell you super rare and expensive items are required in your craft. They will often tell you to use things you can’t have. I’m not saying they’re wrong, they are probably suggesting what it’s right in their practice. But they are sometimes not newbiesfriendly blogs. My suggestions is: do what it feels right for you. (But if you want to use herbs and eat them do some serious research first!!!) For example, if someone tells you you should use rose quartz for tranquillity but you don’t have it/don’t want to use crystals in your craft/you don’t associate tranquility with quartz, etc. don’t do it. Use a substitute! Plus, don’t underestimate the power of visualization. It takes practice, I know, but if you can’t have an item, just imagine you have it! And remember: magic doesn’t come from candles, crystals or whatever. It is within you. They just enhance it but they’re not essential.

Magic is real but do not confuse it with real life. Before you get pissed and think what I said it’s crap let me explain it. Magic is part of your life and your life is real, duh, but do not get overwhelmed by magic. In few words: don’t forget living. Don’t think every single thing that happens in your life is magical! If you see a bunny in a pet shop it probably isn’t a sign meant to you. It’s just a bunny. There are indeed signs hidden in your normal life but don’t think that everything is. 

Magic just gives a little push. You can’t perform magic with a purpose and without acting in the real world in order to make it happen. You can’t create a sigil to have new friends if you have 0 social interactions. Don’t ask for the impossible: a spell won’t allow you to meet Obama, I’m sorry, unless you live in the White House.

Don’t be afraid to live magic and muggle lives at the same time. I swear the first time I performed magic and I created a shield I felt bad going to the bathroom. It seems dumb, I know, but beginning the practice can be scary the first time. Don’t be ashamed of what’s natural and don’t be scared to use subtle magic when in company. Magic is part of you!

You don’t need labels. I repeat: YOU DON’T NEED LABELS! When I started practicing I felt the need to say out loud what my interests were. The truth? I couldn’t say it yet. Everything fascinated me so I just told people I was eclectic. But I actually am not. Don’t feel in a rush when you get into the magical realm. Just do what you like and you will later understand what you prefer.

It is okay if you’re not into everything magical! You will see lots of witches who use herbs in their practice. Others use crystals. And every spell you find online requires either herbs or crystals. You will spontaneously think they are essential for every witch but they are actually not. Don’t feel ashamed. Say it out loud: “I don’t like herbs!/I don’t like crystals!/I don’t like sigils!”. You can only love tarots and you can still be a witch. You can dislike jars and you will still be a witch.

It is okay if you don’t want to be called “witch”. I understand that this word is often used to describe someone nasty, ugly or unpleasant. Or you could just simply not like the word for your own personal reasons. You can use other terms, more specific about your craft: diviner, spirit worker, fortune teller, etc. Or if you just want a synonym of the word witch: magic practitioner, sorcerer, wizard. There are many others. Find the word you feel comfortable with.

Males can be witches as well. Witch is not just a word for women. If you’re male and you want to practice magic and be called a witch, go for it!

You don’t need to be in a coven. If you don’t want to be part of a group you can learn on your own. And that’s fine.

Be careful of the words you use. You’re new in the craft and you start using words like gipsy, spirit guides, strega, etc. Be very mindful of the words you choose! They can be disrespectful, cultural appropriation or misuse of terms about a closed practice. Do your own research and remember to be always respectful. If you misuse a word and people let you know it’s wrong apologize, be polite and change your attitude. It’s easy. For more info I’d suggest to look here [cultural appropriation 1 2; gipsy as a slur word; witch culture; stregheria 1 2 3; - I will add more links in the future about this topic]

Don’t let others define what’s right and what’s wrong. Some people say cursing is bad, blood magic is for evil witches, satanism is bad, etc. There is no “white magic” or “black magic”. Magic is neutral and it depends on you. You can curse and be the nicest person in the world. If you’re afraid of the three fold law I’d suggest to read this post and don’t let others influence you. It’s your choice. Not theirs.

Everyone can be a witch. When you discover magic is real and it’s not just in books you ask yourself “Can I be a witch?”. You may think you need someone in your family to “pass you the magical genes” or something like that. But what most of witches believe is that magic lies within each one of us. You can be more naturally talented but if you are not don’t be afraid. Speaking of books, remember that Hermione was born in a muggle family yet she was the greatest! If you don’t have natural talents you can still be a witch. Work hard and you will see great results!

Gender, sexual orientation, age, race, culture do not prevent you from being a witch. You can be transgender, asexual, African American, Chinese or whatever. You can still be a witch.

Did I forget something? Let me know in comments or reblogs and I will add it in the list!

Neveira

a chapterbook: *came with a stitched in ribbon bookmark, had a cloth spine, had those rough edged finished pages, or came with a map*

8 year old me: i am a 500 year old librarian and this is the most valuable book in my collection. i rescued it myself from a castle as it burned to the ground. *gingerly runs my little grubby hands down its spine and gazes wistfully out of the school bus window* i am the keeper of all civilization’s knowledge