Grasswood Witch

Autumnal Equinox - September 20th - 23rd Symbols/Themes:   balance, gratitude, sacrifice, harvest, planning, preparing Colours:   orange, yellow, red, green, brown Crystals:   lapis lazuli, citrine, hematite, amber, aquamarine, amethyst Herbs:   yarrow, sage, rosemary, cinnamon, nutmeg Plants:   apples, pears, blackberries, grapes, corn, gourds, root vegetables, acorns, rose hips, elderberries, hawthorn berries, funghi Animals:   stags, owls, eagles, blackbirds, dogs, wolves Deities:   Mabon, Demeter, Persephone, Pomona, the Green Man   About Mabon   Mabon is the second of the three harvest Sabbats. Often referred to as “ Pagan Thanksgiving ” .     The Sun enters the sign of Libra, which is associated with balance, harmony, and friendship.   Mabon is technically a term created in the 1970's, named after the Celtic god Mabon, which is a more modern take on the Autumn Equinox. However, ancient pagans still c...

A fiery crystal that brings grounding, balance, and strength.   Magickal Correspondences Projective energy Fire The Sun Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Root and sacral chakra Action, balance, confidence, creativity, energy, focus, grounding, passion, power, strength, success, transformation, vitality The Magick of Fire Quartz   Fire quartz, also called red hematoid quartz, is a crystal comprised of quartz, hematite, and other minerals.   Connected to blood, fire quartz is said to boost circulation and improve immunity, making it a powerful tool for healing . Carry fire quartz with you to give you energy and increase your vitality . Use fire quartz if you need grounding . It balances your emotions and gives you strength to persevere. Stop procrastination with fire quartz. Fire quartz's energy will give you motivation and reignite your passions .   Write down your goals and place a fire quartz crystal or jewellery with fire quartz on top...

A charm bag to invoke faerie magick and connect with the realm of the Fae . You Will Need Thyme - attracts faeries, helps you see faeries Lavender - peace, intuition Rosemary - creativity, awareness Acorn - brings good luck, it is believed that faeries live in oak trees Rose quartz - heart-centered, love, peace Green aventurine - nature spirits, earth energy, attracts luck Citrine - happiness, joy, positivity, creativity Paper and pencil Small green organza or cloth bag How To Make It If possible craft this charm bag outside, either in your garden or somewhere in nature where you won't be disturbed. If you can, go for a stroll outside to connect yourself with nature and the faeries around you before begin. Gather the thyme, lavender, rosemary, and an acorn. While it would be beneficial to forage these items from your own garden or from nature, you can use store bought herbs instead. Be sure the crystals for this charm bag are cleansed and ch...

A cottage witch tea blend using magickal ingredients you would find growing in a cottage witch's garden. Contains Chamomile Rose Mint Mugwort Lavender Calendula How To Make It Charge the ingredients for this tea blend by placing them in a bowl with amethyst, rose quartz, and moss agate. Allow to charge for about an hour. For one pot of this tea combine one tablespoon each of chamomile, rose, and mint, and one teaspoon each of mugwort, lavender, and calendula. Sip this tea to get in touch with your inner cottage witch. Blessed be! Similar Posts Fairy Tale Tea Enchanted Tea Witchy Morning Routine

A joyful flower that captures the cheerful positivity of the sun's energy. Magickal Correspondences Projective energy Sun Fire Solar Plexus Chakra Clairvoyance, confidence, devotion, divination, fertility, good fortune, happiness, joy, luck, psychic development, success, wisdom, wishes How to Work With Sunflowers in Your Magickal Practice Sunflowers are used for positive magic and lightwork. The positive energy of sunflowers dispels depression and brings self confidence. Simply having a bouquet of sunflowers nearby when you are feeling down will lift your spirits and bring joy. Anoint a sunstone with sunflower oil and carry this with you to increase your power and confidence. Add sunflower petals to your bath for confidence and joy. Hang a painting or picture of sunflowers in a room for happiness. Steep sunflower petals in water and use this to sprinkle around your home for blessings of happiness and joy. Use sunflowers for manifesting. Sun...

Crystal charged water to activate your throat chakra. Drink this for clear communication, for self-expression, and to speak your truth with confidence, eloquence, and clarity. You Will Need Purified water or spring water Glass pitcher or cup Sodalite Clear quartz (or blue quartz) Blue lace agate     How To Prepare It Physically and spiritually cleanse the crystals above and place them in a glass pitcher or cup. Fill the pitcher or cup with purified or spring water. Draw the symbol for the throat chakra on a piece of paper (or print one out) and place this under the pitcher/cup. Let sit for 3 hours so the crystals can charge the water. Drink the water slowly, mindfully, and with intention. As you drink visualise your throat chakra spinning while emitting a glowing blue light, radiating outwards.   Tips: In addition to cleansing your crystals with soap and water you could cleanse them with smoke, washing them in mo...

This enchanting, climbing wildflower can be used for love, prosperity, and binding. Try weaving it into your magickal practice!                                     Magickal Correspondences Projective energy Mercury/Jupiter Earth Crown & Third eye chakra Aries, Taurus, Scorpio Attraction, beauty, binding, confidence, devotion, fidelity, generosity, justice, love, money, prosperity, psychic abilities, success, wealth, well-being, wishes, witchcraft   The Magick of Honeysuckle The sweetly-scented honeysuckle evokes positive energy, harmony and joy. Flowering around Beltane and the Summer Solstice . Adorn your altar with honeysuckle vines, use the flowers in rituals and celebrations around these Sabbats. Decorate sabbat cakes with honeysuckle flowers. Honeysuckle strengthens the connection and bond in relationships . Due to it being a climbing plant, clinging to o...

A spell jar that captures the energy of the sun. Contains Calendula Chamomile Cinnamon Sand Tiger's eye Red jasper Yellow aventurine Sun symbol Yellow chime candle Lemon essential oil Gold sparkles Small jar   How to Cast This Spell   I cast this spell on a Sunday, the day after the Summer Solstice, the sun's energy is the most powerful around the Summer Solstice. I also made the spell jar at my Summer Solstice altar.   The herbs I chose for this spell jar are all ruled by the sun. The crystals I chose are all fire element crystals. Sand is also associated with the sun. The yellow candle represents the sun, and the solar/sun symbol will further amplify the energy of this spell jar.   My Summer Solstice Altar Start by burning sage to cleanse yourself, the area you will be casting this spell in, and the items you will be using.   Centre yourself and raise your energy. Cast a circle, call the quarters, or do what you would normally do to begin cas...

A calming crystal of angelic energy. Magickal Correspondences Receptive energy Moon & Neptune Air & Water Aquarius Crown & Throat Chakra Angelic communication, anxiety-relief, awareness, calm, compassion, creativity, fear, forgiveness, guardian angels, messages, protection, psychic abilities, stability, strength, stress-relief The Magick of Angelite A beautiful pale blue crystal with serene angelic energy.  A high frequency, high vibrational crystal. Connected to the throat and crown chakras. Angelite offers spiritual and divine protection. Helping us connect with Archangels and the angelic realm. Working with angelite can open you up to communicating with angels and spirit guides. It resonates on a high energetic frequency making you more receptive to messages from the angelic realm. Angelite increases your spiritual awareness and amplifies your psychic abilities. The soothing and calming energy of this crystal can assist you in overcoming fear. Carry the crystal with...