Herbal preparations
The Decoction:
Solution obtained by boiling the plants in a covered saucepan for twelve to thirty minutes, then strained.
The Infusion:
Solution obtained by pouring boiling water over the chopped plants and then filtering.
Herbal teas:
Solution obtained from infusion of decoction or maceration prepared with a lot of water and very few plants.
Maceration:
Solution obtained by leaving the plants in contact with cold water, wine or oil for a few hours, a few days, or a few weeks.
The sirup:
Solution obtained by adding a large amount of sugar, up to 70%, to the infusion or decoction.
The Poultice:
Paste containing oils, starches, mucilages which are generally applied hot to the skin.
The Balm:
Fragrant resin that flows from certain plants, by extension, fatty preparation for external use that calms pain or heals.
The Ointment:
Perfumed oil based on the aromatic essence of plants.
The dye:
Solution obtained by macerating between 5 and 10 days one part of dried medicinal substance, reduced to powder in 4 parts of alcohol.
Medicinal Wines:
Solutions obtained by pouring wine over the plants in a glass container, letting the whole thing macerate and shaking it from time to time, then filtering it.
The Essential Oil:
Volatile aromatic substance obtained from plant raw material either by steam distillation preferably at low pressure or by a dry distillation process called pyrogenation, more precisely the essential oil is considered as the distilled essence of the plant and has the advantage of not containing any fatty substance.
Floral Water:
Or Hydrolat, is the condensed water vapor resulting from the distillation of an aromatic plant and / or a flower which naturally separates from the essential oil at the exit of the still and which is charged with molecules aromatic during distillation, rich in versatile active ingredients. Floral water has an aromatic molecule concentration varying between 0.05 and 0.1%. It complements and reinforces the action of the essential oil, thus allowing safe use.
The Extract:
These are aqueous or alcoholic macerations that are more or less concentrated by evaporation, in this way thick or solid fluid extracts are obtained.
Fresh Juice:
The fresh juice is obtained from crushed and pressed fresh plants. The juice obtained is put in the fridge for a day to let it settle and then it is filtered.
The powder:
Shade-dried plants are finely cut and then pulverized in a mortar. These single plants or in a mixture are sold in sachets (infusette) to make herbal teas that do not need to be strained.
Grimoire of Plants
Airmid
Plants consecration ritual
Stang by wicca witch
Bundle for fire by druidisme des haies
Haw to prune your herbs by little witchy gardeen
The sacred trees of beltane by druidisme des haies
Druid trees of power by druidisme des haies
Witch ball
Little witchy tricks
All about 24 wand woods
Tea craft your witch's brew
Brew recipes
Basic colors correspondences by safety-pin-witch
Magical Waters
Herbs and their uses in witchcraft
Magical Powders
Herbs in kitchen for green magic
kitchen witchery poster
Herbs for protection
Herb and Flora properties
Magical Oils
Essential Oils for spriritual protection
Gemstones and their meanings
Protective jar for the house
Magic bottle for the protection of home, property and people
Magic candles
Mama Bree's magical powders
How to make a spell jar
Irish healing water spell
Spell jar ingredients and wax sealing poster
Magic Oils for the sabbaths and flying Oitments
Sabbats :
Litha - Midsummer
Sacred herbs of Midsummer
Agrimony
Angelica
Absinthe - Wormwood
Bay leaves
Beladonna
Cloves
Garlic - Wild Garlic
Honey therapeutic properties
Magic Honey (and 2 spell jar
Laurel
Lilac
Fern (Male and Eagle)
Mandrake
St john's Wort
Verbena
If you want to look stunning - and I mean head-turning, Helen of Troy, most-beautiful-person-they’ve-ever-seen stunning then do I have a spell for you. This spell was first made by the two of us, and it turned out far more successful than we could have imagined.
The primarily magical crux of the spell lies in the bath salt mixture, which should be made by (your) hand for best results.
Combine in a mortar and pestle:
A handful of sea salt
A handful of epsom salts
3 crushed up dried red rose petals
Essential oil of sweet orange
Essential oil of rose
Essential oil of jasmine
Some (body safe!) glitter
A dash of cinnamon
Grind together while envisioning your intent (which is to become a goddess incarnate).
For the spell itself, you will need:
The salts you just made
Several gold, pink or white candles
Items you find pretty
Dragon’s Blood incense
A small mirror
Lotion you like
A great, empowering, playlist (optional)
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This spell is really easy and simple! It doesn’t take much time or setup, so its good for those that need rain in their area or want to help encourage a small storm, but don’t have much time!
Vape, for the smoke. You can also use a cigarette if you smoke. NOTE: Please don’t pick up a cigarette or vape if you don’t already smoke! You can find a substitute!
Cup
Map - If you don’t have a paper map, pull out your phone/ipad and pull up google maps in the area that you want it to rain in!
Rice
Pull your map up or out, and set your cup on top of the area that you want it to rain in. You can use any type of cup or mug, although I prefer clear glass or a copper mug if I have it available, with no stem. Just make sure the cup is well situated over the area that you want the rain in… if you want it in a bigger area a phone or iPad actually works better because you can zoom out.
Think of your intent, and don’t stop thinking of it.
Now take your vape (or whatever you are using for the smoke) and take a drag, and then exhale into the cup so that the vapor gets trapped inside. I wouldn’t exhale too hard, or you may end up causing some crazy wind and/or just blow it all out of the cup. The idea is to get it trapped inside the cup, at least for a small bit! The vapor smoke represents clouds.
Now remember your intent! Take a handful of that rice, and slowly sprinkle it into the cup through the smoke. You can say an incantation here if you like as well. If you want heavier rain, drop more rice! Its adjustable to what you want to achieve. But thats it!
Enjoy!
magickal properties of moss: luck, money, protection & safety ♡
When planting mint in your garden, plant it in its own pot rather than in the ground itself or it will quickly spread and take over the flower bed
Ya tenéis para entreteneros, a mi se me da bien, o sale por la ventana, según días.
Part 1 of a Series, for more search #Oneironautics on my blog or leave me an ask.
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Dream Work or Dream Magick can refer to a number of different things from the perspective of witchcraft and the occult practitioner. This can include but is not limited to:
Lucid Dreaming - Also known as Oneironautics. The act of becoming aware that you are in a dream. Often the lucid dreamer is able to interact with or even control their dream from inside of it to cultivate a desired experience.
Dream Interpretation - Analyzing dreams to derive meaning from symbolism and interaction that occurs while dreaming.
Dream Divination/ Prophetic Dreams - Also known as Oneiromancy. Often paired with interpretation, the act of gaining premature or previously unknown insight on a situation through dreams.
Dream Spirit Communication - Sending or receiving direct communication from or to spirits in a dreamscape. This can include meeting entities, spirits, gods, etc for the first time, hearing their voice, receiving a sign or confirmation, or even meeting with them face to face.
Dream Shadow Work- Exploring the subconscious and fears through nightmares
and Dream Spellcasting - utilizing dreams to fuel or fulfill a spell. Included in this is intentionally using lucid dreaming to astral travel or cast a particular spell in the dream world.
Next Up: Terms & Vocabulary
I feel like Rune Magic doesn’t get enough credit or recognition in the modern Pagan world and it really should. Runes are so easy to use, are great for beginners and experts alike. I’ve scanned a few Runes in here with their power and how to apply that power. Keep in mind you can use Runes in any way you feel comfortable. Sometimes, I just draw a Rune on my hand, that way I’m reminded of my spell or wish nearly every moment. Runes are the perfect visualization tool. Put them to good use!
Here’s some of my personally gathered information on moon phases, eclipses and some other witchy moon stuff, feel free to incorporate this information into your craft/blog/etc! I may add onto this post occasionally, we’ll see :)
New Moon: Set intentions, New beginnings, deconstructive magic, curses, banishing, soul searching, divination, beauty, health, money, decision making & midnight magick. First Quarter: Grounding, building & channeling energy, creativity, divination, motivation, calming, strength & growing. Full Moon: Peak energy, full bloom, releasing, love magic, banishing, charging, cleansing, healing & clarity. Last quarter: Acceptance, forgiveness, transformation, breaking bad habit, relinquishing, breaking curses & banishing. Waxing Crescent: Taking actions, aligning focus, gaining energy, constructive magic, attraction, wealth/success, luck & friendship. Waxing gibbous: Taking stock, tuning in, listening & motivation. Waning gibbous: Releasing control, receiving, opening space, relinquishing, undoing bindings, cleansing & undoing curses. Waning crescent: Reflection, renewal, rest & restoration, balance, success, attaining wisdom, atonement & illness.
Blue Moon: Rituals, Protection, Guidance, Power Boost, Divination, Light magic, Obtaining Goals & Positive change. Super Moon: increase in moon’s energy Blood Moon: Ridding oneself of bad habits, prophecy, spirit conjurations, healing, protection, manifestation, balance & transformation. Lunar eclipse/solar eclipse: renewal,, moon showing all phases due to earth blocking sun from the moon
January: The Wolf Moon Relationships & Protection February: The Snow Moon Nearing the End of Winter & Gaining Focus March: The Worm Moon Rebirth & Spring April: The Pink Moon Abundance, Fertility & Growth May: The Flower Moon Blooming & Positive Relationships June: The Strawberry Moon Summer, Exploration & Expansion July: The Buck Moon Reflection, Cleansing & Growth August: The Sturgeon Moon Things Coming Into Being & Changes September: The Harvest/Corn Moon Reaping What You’ve Sown & Changes October: The Hunter Moon Honoring the Dead & Exposing Hidden Things November: The Beaver Moon Settling In, Rest & Rejuvenation December: The Cold Moon Long-Term Goals, Strength & Winter
I felt like people searching my tags would need a little clarification on the difference between a jinx, hex and curse (according to me).
A jinx is a form of malevolent magic where the subject gets bad luck, minor misfortunes. It’s simple, nasty, but isn’t meant to seriously harm someone. Usually only lasts a little while. A hex is a form of malevolent magic, more powerful than a jinx. Lasts longer, and is usually “broken” when the subject learns their lesson. A curse is the most powerful, and if done well it can last a lifetime or even longer. Can be cast on a person or family, and can last forever or until something is done to atone for whatever caused then to be cursed.