Planetary days and hours are one of the most ancient aspects of astrology. Our focus here will not be so much on astrology but more on how these are used in witchcraft. Planetary hours and days are correspondences, we have many books about this in our metaphysical shop, come visit! Connect with us for more…
Witchcraft correspondences are used by many magical traditions and practitioners. Think of spellwork like baking a cake—you want success, right? You want to see happy, enchanted faces when your results are served up. But would you add bell peppers to your cake? How about tuna? Of course not. They don’t fit the recipe. They don’t…
It sounds so mysterious, “Book of Shadows” doesn’t it? Many in these times get the notion of this via the 1990’s series The Charmed Ones”, which in turn was inspired by the hit movie “The Craft”. Sadly, this has summed up the bulk of modern perspectives today on what a book of shadows really is.…
One of my favorite tools is a witch’s ladder or other magic cords. There are many ways to make them. They can also serve more than one purpose. I’m going to give you a little history—because, of course, you know me. Additionally, I’ll show you how to make a witch ladder for spells or protection.…
How often have you heard the four elements, Earth, Air, Fire, and Water, referenced alongside witchcraft? Probably countless times. Across history, nearly every culture named these as the core elements. The ancient Sumerians were the first to really give them focused attention. Everything on Earth—and in the cosmos—has its own vibration. Every stone, tree, and…
Besoms, also known as witches’ brooms, are traditional tools used for sweeping and cleansing. A besom’s primary purpose is clearing energy for making sacred space. I often do this in conjunction with smoke-cleansing with a bit of sage or other herbs. A secondary purpose, a besom functions as guard, sentinel or ward if you will…
Perhaps less glamorous than other witch tools, the humble altar tile is still deserving of a place on the altar. I see a lot of them, many materials and styles. Yes, they do look witchy, sitting on your altar, but they are far more than a decoration. Some metaphysical retail stores or websites will tell…
Welcome back, readers. This time, I’m diving into the witch’s chalice. As a vital tool for your altar and rituals, the chalice holds a special place in magical practice and carries a rich history. Let’s explore its size, materials, history, and—most importantly—its place on the altar and its role in magic. I’ll also cover cleansing,…
You must admit, witches’ cauldrons are iconic, practically inseparable from the image of a witch. It’s like you can’t be a witch without one bubbling away in the corner. But, let’s clear up one thing right out the gate—just about any fire-proof container, old pot, or pan can do the job. Honestly, I’ve been known…
A very romanticized tool, a witch wand has a beloved place in the imagery witchcraft conjures. But what exactly is a wand and how do you use one? That’s what most folk want to know. I can tell you it’s more than pointing it at something and uttering a few words. Finally, I’ll share with…