Different Tools For Different Questions

This rare first edition of Margaret Mitchell's "Gone with the Wind" was used to conceal a .32-caliber pistol (1941)

Understanding the 3 Types of Sigils

Sigils are one of the most versatile tools in witchcraft, acting as symbols infused with your intention and energy. What makes sigils so effective is their adaptability, you can choose how to work with them based on your goals and needs. When deciding how to use a sigil, it’s helpful to understand the three main types: destructible, temporary, and permanent. Each type serves a unique purpose and adds a layer of magickal flexibility to your practice. 

Destructible Sigils 🕯 

Definition: These sigils are created with the intention of being destroyed, often as part of the activation process. 

Purpose: Used for immediate, transformative, or highly specific goals. The act of destruction releases the energy. 

Examples of Use:  

⟡ Burn a sigil for quick manifestation. 

⟡ Bury a sigil to symbolize letting go of something. 

How-To: Draw the sigil on paper, charge it with your intent, and destroy it by burning, tearing, or submerging it in water. 

Tip: This method is great for goals where you want to release energy into the universe quickly. 

Temporary Sigils ✿ 

Definition: These sigils exist for a short time and are erased, washed away, or allowed to fade naturally. 

Purpose: Ideal for ongoing but temporary needs, like a daily boost of confidence or protection during a specific event. 

Examples of Use:  

⟡ Draw a sigil on your skin with makeup or henna. 

⟡ Sketch a sigil in sand or dirt before a ritual. 

⟡ Write a sigil in chalk on your door for short-term protection. 

How-To: Use materials that naturally wear off (chalk, marker, or skin-safe paint). Focus on charging the sigil when you draw it. 

Tip: These sigils are perfect for quick and discreet magick, as they’re easy to create and remove. 

Permanent Sigils 𓃠 

Definition: These sigils are created with the intention of lasting indefinitely. They are charged to continuously radiate energy over time. 

Purpose: Used for long-term goals or intentions, such as protection, abundance, or anchoring a space with positive energy. 

Examples of Use:  

⟡ Draw a sigil onto a piece of jewelry or altar tool. 

⟡ Paint or carve a sigil on a doorframe for home protection. 

How-To: Choose a durable medium (wood, stone, metal) Ensure the sigil is charged and activated with care. 

Tip: Permanent sigils require deep thought and a strong intention, as their energy is meant to be constant and enduring. 

 ⛥ No matter which type of sigil you choose, remember that their power comes from the energy and intention you infuse into them. Whether you’re releasing energy through destruction, working with short-term goals, or embedding your magick into something permanent, sigils can adapt to your needs and bring your intentions to life. ⛥ 

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Magical Powder Recipes

A collection of some of my original magical powder recipes.

All-Purpose Cursing Powder

Bree's Banishing Powder

Clean House Powder

Come Hither Powder

Dead Man's Dust

Dream Dust

“Eye of Sauron” Revelation Powder

Get Thee Hence Powder

Ghost-Be-Gone Powder

Heal Thy Heart Powder

Hexbreaker Powder

Inspiration Salt

Lucky Day Powder

“Outta My Way” Powder

Peacekeeper Powder

Persuasion Powder

STFU Powder

Traveler’s Luck Powder

Truthfinder Powder

For those of you who may not be able to find herbs locally, here are some online suppliers who consistently have affordable and high-quality products.

Penn Herb Co. - Bulk herbs, spices, and botanicals - including over 400 wildcrafted herbs, gathered from the United States and worldwide. Single ounce packages are available. Excellent source for powders.

Starwest Botanicals - Bulk herbs, spices, oils, and teas. Good amount of organic and Fair Trade products, as well as supplies for holistic medicine and tea-making.

Mountain Rose Herbs - Bulk herbs, spices, and sundries. Also carries organic products and essential oils, and has link to schools that offer courses in herbalism and herbology.

Bulk Apothecary - Bulk herbs, spices, and oils, in addition to materials for the home production of soap, candles, wine, and beer.

For more recipes to fill out your potion kit, you can check out Pestlework: A Book of Magical Powders & Oils. (Available on Amazon and in my shop!)

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New Year Magic, Spells, and Rituals

The New Year is a powerful time for intention setting, transformation, and manifesting fresh opportunities.

New Year Cleansing Ritual

Purpose: Release the old and invite the new.

Materials: Sage, rosemary, or palo santo; a black candle (for banishing) and a white or green candle (for renewal).

How-to:

Light the black candle and state your intention to release negative energy and old patterns.

Cleanse your space with the smoke from your chosen herb, visualizing negativity dissolving.

Light the white or green candle, setting intentions for growth and positivity.

Year-Ahead Tarot or Rune Reading

Purpose: Gain insight into the energies and opportunities of the coming year.

How-to:

Pull one card or rune for each month, reflecting on the themes and guidance they offer.

Write down your interpretations in your journal.

Use the information to plan your year or focus your magical work.

Prosperity Spell

Purpose: Attract abundance and success.

Materials: A green or gold candle, cinnamon, bay leaves, coins, and a small pouch.

How-to:

Light the candle and focus on your intention for prosperity.

Sprinkle cinnamon and place coins around the candle.

Write your financial or career goals on a bay leaf and burn it in the flame.

Place the ashes and coins in a pouch to carry with you for luck.

Personal Transformation Bath

Purpose: Shed old energy and prepare for new growth.

Materials: Sea salt, rose petals, lavender, and clear quartz.

How-to:

Prepare a warm bath with the ingredients, focusing on your intention to cleanse and rejuvenate.

Submerge yourself, imagining all negativity washing away.

After the bath, write down one intention for self-growth to carry forward.

Midnight Wish Spell

Purpose: Make a powerful wish as the year changes.

Materials: A silver candle, moon water, and a piece of paper.

How-to:

Write your wish on the paper and place it under the candle.

Light the candle and focus on your wish as you sprinkle moon water around the flame.

Burn the paper in the candle’s flame and release the ashes to the wind.

Moonlight Charging Ritual

Purpose: Empower your tools and crystals for the year ahead.

How-to:

On the first full moon of the year, place your crystals, jewelry, or tools under the moonlight.

State your intentions for their use in your magical practice.

Remember, you can always adapt these suggestions to suit your unique needs, substitute ingredients or tools with what you have available, and create your own traditions. Your craft is personal, and your intuition is your best guide.

Witchcraft & Hair Magic⚡️

The Magic of Hair:

Hair has historically held great significance in many different cultures and the growing or cutting of hair had a significant impact. In my practice, hair holds great significance as well and is something I utilize in magical workings. I utilize hair in protection workings, as a personal taglock and to bring in certain energies (using colour magic). Hair as a taglock is actually a common association in many different communities. In some cultures, they burn their discarded hair to dispose of it as it prevents the hair from falling into the wrong hands. In my practice, I use it in spell jars or poppets that I am trying to link to me. I also incorporate glamour magic by colouring my hair red, this helps me feel and appear more confident and strong. Hair is a versatile tool in witchcraft and depending on your intention, it can be incorporated into many types of spell work.

Growing vs Chopping:

Some cultures view long hair as a reflection of commitment or spiritual growth. I believe that hair holds energy and I use my hair is a symbol of my energy. I rarely cut my hair and keep it long so that I can use it in my daily practices. The dedication and time that is put into growing out hair can be a spiritual experience in and of itself. Some people grow their hair out during specific times of their life or to represent a specific journey that they’re on.

The cutting of hair can also have many different meanings. Sometimes hair is cut off when close family members pass away or when they leave difficult/toxic situations. The cutting of hair can mark either the beginning or end of a spiritual journey. Some people believe that cutting their hair regularly rids them of negativity that they've been holding onto (through their hair).

Whether you choose to keep your hair long or short, you can find ways to incorporate it into your practice and use it in your magical workings.

Braids & Magic:

Braids have a strong magical and spiritual association in many different cultures. Their connection to protection magic is due to the fact that they are considered protective hairstyles. I braid my hair with intention when I don't want to wear a veil (I don't veil regularly but when I enter certain spaces, like graveyards, I like to). Braids are not the only hairstyle that this can be done with. For my short hair peeps, twists as work just as well as long as they are done with intention.

Many people believe that any hairstyle that covers the crown of their head can be used for spiritual protection. If you don't have the ability to braid or have access to hair-safe protective oil or veils, they can be great alternatives.

*All images are from Pinterest*

🖤If you are interested in learning how to braid, there are many excellent tutorials on Youtube

Please enjoy my digital grimoire snippet about Winter Solstice!

Epithets of the Holy Mother: Protection

I've looked to find some epithets of the Mistress Hekate to aid in prayers and petitions for protection against harm:

Hekate Adamantaea - Hekate, the Unconquerable Goddess Hekate Alexeatis - Hekate, Averting of Evil Hekate Alkimos - Hekate, who is Strong and Powerful Hekate Apotropaios - Hekate, Averter Hekate Aregos - Hekate, Helper Hekate Chthonia - Hekate of the Earth Hekate Damasandra - Hekate, Who Is the Dominator of Men Hekate Damnodamia - Hekate, Subduing of the Subduer Hekate Einalian - Hekate who is of the Sea Hekate Ephoros - Hekate, the Guardian Hekate Episkopos - Hekate who Watches Over Hekate Epitelchea - Hekate who is the Stronghold Hekate Katakampsypsaychenos - Hekate, Bender of Proud Necks Hekate Kratais - Hekate, who is the Dominator Hekate Kyria - Hekate, who is the Supreme Hekate Lampadephoros - Hekate, who warns of Night Attacks Hekate Limenoskopos - Hekate, who watches the Threshold, Who watches the Harbour Hekate Lochias - Hekate, Goddess of Childbirthing, protector over birthing Hekate Medusa - Hekate who is the Protector/Gorgon Hekate Melinoe - Hekate who is the Soothing One Hekate Paggenneteira - Hekate, Who is Mother to All Hekate Pandamateira - Hekate, who is Master of All, Subduer of All Hekate Panopaia - Hekate, who sees all Hekate Pasikrateia - Hekate, who dominates all Hekate Pasimedeonsa - Hekate, the All-Guarding One Hekate Phylake - Hekate, who is guarding and watchful Hekate Theroktomos - Hekate, Slayer of the Beast Hekate Tletos - Hekate, Patient One

Hekate Soteira - Hekate, the Savioress

Source

The Many Epithets of Hekate | Mat Auryn (patheos.com)