When you think of elements today, one often will think of the Periodic Table of Elements. The Ancients, however, did not have that handy infographic or the centuries of scientific exploration that it took to get us to the point we are at now. Back then, this term was used to describe the most commonly …
Practical Magic
Clear Quartz
Keywords:Energy amplifier, all purpose, sleep aid, appreciation, optimism, inspiration, balance chakras, supercharge other crystals Chemical Compostition: SiO2 Silicone DioxideElement: AllTarot: The MagicianZodiac: AllPlanet: Sun & MoonMohs Hardness Scale: 7Chakra: CrownDiety: Artemis, Brigid, The Great MotherHoliday: AllBirthstone: AprilAnniversary: 10th Clear Quartz is the best crystals to start with if you are new to crystal magic. This …
Handmade Rose Beads
Rose petal beads are a wonderful, easy way to keep your lovely roses long after they have wilted. The warmth from rubbing them in your hands will release their fragrance for years to come. Rose petal bead rosaries have been passed down through family members for generations. What you will need: Rose Petals – Fresh …
Rose Water
Rose petal beads are a wonderful, easy way to keep your lovely roses long after they have wilted. The warmth from rubbing them in your hands will release their fragrance for years to come. What you will need: Rose Petals – Fresh or Dried will do just fine. Be sure to remove the center and …
Crystal Shapes
The shape of your rocks and crystals effects how energy flows through them, in much the same way as light can be directed, distorted, or diffused by different shapes of glass. This brief guide will introduce you to many of these shapes and their effects. For more information on the science and magic behind crystals, …
Magic Without Tools
Often in witchcraft, you will run into times when you don’t have all the ingredients for a spell, or you need to do a ritual but are far from your workspace. For these reasons and many more, it is important to realize that the most important tool in your magical arsenal is within yourself. Beginners …
Protection Spell Jars
Spell jars are usually glass containers filled with carefully chosen ingredients and imbued with a specific intent. These ingredients can be, but are not limited to, herbs, crystals and minerals, coins, hair and nail trimmings, or notes with intentions and wishes written upon them. For these Protection Spell Jars, you will need the following ingredients. …
Colors in Magic
Colors have a heavy influence in magic. When light reflects off of an object, some of the energy is absorbed, while the rest is reflected, thus resulting in color. This makes for a quick and easy way to identify what magical properties an item usually represents based solely on it’s color. The most common uses …
Rosemary
“Where rosemary flourishes, the woman rules” ~ Old English Saying Rosemary is a potent and versatile plant. It can be used as dried leaves or essential oils, used sparingly in food, or added to a bath. This herb is a very common symbol of Aphrodite, often used in sacrifices or altars in her honor. Mother …
Serenity Mantra
Water wash away my painFire burn away my sinsAs without, so withinAir teach me to flyEarth help me to growAs above, so below This simple elemental prayer has a multitude of uses. I use this to call upon the elements during rituals, but it also an effective and comforting mantra to repeat while meditating.Try repeating …