#broke witchcraft

[monochryslamia]

Any other witch just get possessed out of the blue after a few months of a break from your craft, to just, set something in motion??

Today I went outside and watched the wind in the grass, and then this urge hit me like a ton of bricks to help give a little push on something that was on the verge of changing. No idea what it was. So here's an impromptu change spell???

I chanted this to raise energy:

"Winds of change

Winds of change

Blow through me"

Very simple, I know. When I built up all that I could, I physically blew out the spell through my mouth, then said So Mote It Be like the ex-Wiccan I am. Obviously you can formally end the spell however you want but that's what came out of my mouth in the moment.

[chipminkle-deactivated]

I just had one of those tiny blue bell ice cream bowls right? And near the end it was a bit warmer so I mixed it to make soft serve so I could put marshmallows in it.

I decided to do a bit of witchcraft just to bring good vibes my way. I stirred it clockwise to bring good things, and counterclockwise to banish bad things.

That was some potent shit. Straight up, i feel so at peace right now, just bc of some enchanted ice cream. Gosh, I love witchcraft.

[yourwitchmama]

A cheap and easy house cleansing

I just cleansed a house using only what was readily available, and now the house feels great. This way of cleansing—using common household items and strong intention—is more akin to traditional folk witchcraft in many cultures and is just as effective as using fancy tools and crystals, in most cases. You don’t need to spend money on fancy metaphysical luxuries to do squat.

Here’s what I did.

⭐️First, I made a dry mixture of plain ol’ iodized salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, chili pepper powder, and rubbed sage. The smoked element to the paprika adds a fiery touch that makes it (energetically) more potent. I mixed all these things in a bowl, sprinkled them on the hardwood floor, and aggressively swept it all out of the house (not in a dust pan—directly out the door in a jerking motion with plenty of “get out!”s)

⭐️Next I opened up ALL the doors and windows and burned some sage (I know, I know, that IS a more specialty item, but my mom had some on hand so I used it).

⭐️My fiancé and I went around to every corner and clapped loudly. We yelled “Get out!”. We clapped into closets, corners, the bathroom, etc. You can also beat a spoon onto a pot or a pan and it’ll do the same thing.

⭐️Finally, I swept up the hearth and cleaned it well, left the house spirit an offering of sweets, and thanked it for helping to keep the house cozy. (The hearth is considered the heart of your home, and where the house spirit lives. If you don’t have a hearth, then your house spirit probably lives in your stove or someplace else in the kitchen. Leave it offerings there and keep that area clean. Don’t forget to thank to house spirit regularly).

There was a profound energetic shift during all this, and in the end, the house felt incredible. I hope this helps anyone!

[modronlotus]

Ever since my daughter started having a steady bedtime routine, my husband and I would take her to the library on campus and pick a few books. Some were well received while others were thrown or ripped up. It happens. This last trip to the library, I decided to take a moment away from baby and find some books I'd like to read. One that stood out was Witchcraft on a Shoestring: Practicing the Craft With Breaking Your Budget by Deborah Blake. Here's my take on it.The book itself is categorized into what you need for any practice, easy to-dos that cost less than $10, recipes for every Pagan holidays, and lots of recommendations for websites and books all in between. There's a chapter exclusively for everyday practices and DIY projects as well. First, I love how organized it is. Even for a short read (almost 200 pages) it puts projects and recipes into sections for easy location in the future. So awesome, especially for people like me who do like to get ridiculously specific with everything. Do I want to find that recipe for poppets and tarot boxes? Super easy to find!​ A lot of guides I've found on how to use frugality in your craft really don't follow that title. They say "Save money and still get awesome magic!" but then say you need expensive statues, candles, athames, etc. How does that work again?! Ms. Blake, however, does wonderful in this guide. She really drives home the idea of creating something for free and under $10, even bringing to mind various living situations. For example, she mentions candles at one point and alternatives to those in dorms. As a former college student, I really appreciate and value that thought.

I'd also like to point out that you can use this guide for any branch of the Craft or magic. Some books you can tell how the author is inclined and they really drive it into your brain. Blake does a great job at mentioning her practices and personal/work life but not preaching to you. The only thing I don't like: this is a library book so I can't keep it! It will definitely be on my to buy list for the future though. It's even on my Amazon wishlist already! If you're a new practitioner, or just broke like me and really want some DIY ideas for your practice, pick this book up! It's super fun and handy.

[modronlotus]

For those broke witches out there who can't afford fancy shiz for your spells, this post is for you! Totally making this a series, by the way.