I’ve finally uploaded my first downloadable product to my Ko-Fi! It’s a simple list geared towards beginners and baby witches, sold at $5. There are 34 of my most commonly used herbs, spices, and kitchen or green magic ingredients listed with their benefits and a few suggested uses!
[Image description: a screenshot of a PDF document titled “34 Common Kitchen Herbs Master List”. Underneath is: “Written, researched, and condensed by your friend, Ander”. Underneath that in smaller text in italics is: “Note: keep in mind that while some herbs can promote healing, never use witchcraft to replace your Doctor, and take prescribed medications as instructed”. Under that is a decorative line of two ivy branches. A few spaces lower is the word “Herb”, followed by a much smaller ivy branch line, which is above the words “Benefit ✬ Benefit ✬ Benefit” in italics. Then there is: “Suggested usage: here are some of my personal favorite ways to use this herb. There are other ways to use this herb, of course, but sometimes other ideas can be helpful too”. End description.]
Each herb and its description are from my own personal grimoire/book of shadows (whatever you so call it, I just call it “my book”). Each one was cross-referenced across several different sources and each suggested use is one I use frequently whenever I have the option to. It’s on standard printer paper and super easy to print, hole punch for a binder, etc.
I hope someone finds it useful! Please reblog, share, and spread as much as you can. Blessed be, friends <3
Between the onset of spring and Midsummer, honeysuckle flowers are typically in blue. Their strong, sweet scent is associated with passionate love, as well as dreams and intuition. If you want to feel about your lover - real or potential do the spell at night, right before you go to bed. Try to do it on a Monday if possible.
Light the candle besides your bed, and twist the honeysuckle vines around one another, being careful not to knock the flowers leaves. As you do, say “Sweet as honey, below and above, send me to the dreams of love. Show my lover’s adoring face, and wrap me up in my lover’s embrace.”
Tuck the honeysuckle beneath your pillow, blow out the candle, and dream of your lover.
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“Daily Spellbook for the Good Witch: Quick, Simple, and Practical Magic for Every Day of the Year,” by Patti Wigington
In a number of modern magical Traditions, a binding spell is done to prevent someone from causing harm to other people or themselves. This you can use the simple binding spell to metaphorically tie the hands of the individual who is presenting you or your loved ones with the threat.*
Wrap the photo with the black ribbon, knotting it 9 times. As you do, imagine the individual leaving you and your loved ones in peace, and say “You have no power over me, and I bind you from doing harm to me. You have no power over others, and I bind you from doing harm to others.”
Place the wrapped photo in the jar and put on the lid, then bury it on the north side of your home. It’s a person’s Behavior improves and you wish to release the binding, simply dig up the jar and I’ll grab the photo.
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“Daily Spellbook for the Good Witch: Quick, Simple, and Practical Magic for Every Day of the Year,” by Patti Wigington
* if you’re concerned that someone in your life may be self-harming, this spell should be used in addition to, not in place of, proper mental health counseling. Likewise, if someone has threatened physical harm to others, be sure to get law enforcement involved as well.
Hold a glass of water between your hands. Because water is pure, you can use it as a magical space and imprint it with whatever you need.
For a specific health or healing purpose, say what you most need. For example, say: “My headache is lifting and I am full of energy.”
Empower the water for health, vitality, and strength for the days or hours ahead.
Keep your hands cupped around the glass for about two minutes and then slowly sip the water, thinking about the empowerment.
If you always feel tired in the morning, fill a glass of water before you sleep, endowing it with energy and enthusiasm for the day ahead. Drink the water as soon as you wake, saying: “I fill myself with the enthusiasm and joy for the day ahead.”
“1001 Spells: A Complete Book Of Spells For Every Purpose,” by Cassandra Eason
Do you ever wish you had more courage? Sometimes if we could only speak up, take that first step, or make a leap of faith, we’d feel better. A lack of courage isn’t something to be ashamed of, and it’s certainly something you can overcome with a bit of time and effort. This spell, which will take three weeks, should help you get focused and brave enough to make the decisions you need to.
Begin by making a list of what scares you on the first page - not the mundane things like spiders or heights, but the big, life changing issues, like Being aloneorMaking a new start. Once you have your list, turn the page. Each day, for the next 21 days, right the list again, but add the words I am not afraid of… in front of each item. Speak it out loud as you write.
After you’ve written your list on the last day, build a fire, burn the journal, and send away your fears for good.
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“Daily Spellbook for the Good Witch: Quick, Simple, and Practical Magic for Every Day of the Year,” by Patti Wigington
During the merry month of May, wildflowers are blooming all over the place. Why not take advantage of what’s available, weave flowers into a crown, and use it for inspiration when your creative juices are feeling blocked? Find a field where you can collect wildflowers undisturbed, and do this spell on a bright, sunny afternoon.
Gather up as many wildflowers as you can, and find a quiet place just sit. We’ve the flowers together into a circle, much like the Daisy chains you made as a child, until you have enough to sit comfortably on your head. As you are connecting the flowers, let your mind wander a bit, opening up to the issue at hand - in which aspects of your life do you need to unlock your creativity? Add the ribbons for a finishing look, and place the crown on your head, saying “Inspiration come to me, vision and creativity, ideas and insight flowing free, as I will, so it shall be.”
Relax in the field, enjoying the fresh air and sunshine, until you’re ready to go home. Thank floral crown over your workspace to help inspire you.
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“Daily Spellbook for the Good Witch: Quick, Simple, and Practical Magic for Every Day of the Year,” by Patti Wigington
Been going to therapy lately and let me tell you that I should have gone years ago! I feel so much better even with the short time I have gone. I get so much out of talk therapy, I know it’s not for everyone, but I encourage you all to at least try it! Talk those feelings out, speak about your past traumas to someone who won’t judge you. it’s so nice!!!
Anyway!!! Back to my beloved schedule programming!!!
Yarrow is a wild flower once common across much of Europe, also known as Milfoil, and it is an important medicinal herb. It is most commonly used and associated with stopping bleeding and it is a styptic (aids in blood clotting) and an astringent (makes tissue contract). It’s also antiseptic and so this plant is linked with poultices for wounds.
It is side to have been used to stop the wounds of Achilles (hence it’s Latin name).
An infusion of the fresh or dried leaves is used to help head colds or influenza as it encourages sweating and reduces fever. A cooled infusion can also be used to wash wounds.
aka the most overdue post on my blog. I have been struggling with getting a basic recipe and guide out because it’s such an important, useful, tool that can go overlooked and I want to get it right. I’ve decided to go ahead and publish the copy from the pages i’ve written on it since I’m 2 years late on my cookbook. I promise it’s coming! I have page layouts and everything - i’m sad i had to put it on pause so consider this a sneak peek and a very long post. hope you like it!
Disclaimer ⛔
The idea here is that the original recipe isn’t safe for consumption but those ingredients are what make it so effective. So it can be wise to have two different batches working. The classic which is toxic - for external work, and a modified recipe that can be ingested. Make sure you keep these properly marked and away from each other.
Uses
As a seasoning in food As a daily supplement Cleansing Baths Floor Washes Protection Work Repelling negativity
History
The history behind Four Thieves is elusive- There’s a possible confusion of names. Richard Forthave, a man said to have allegedly concocted and sold the vinegar as a medicine. The name being transformed over time from Forthave’s to Four Thieves. Then there are the more classic tales of thieves ranging from four to four hundred, employing it as a pesticide and cologne during the plague. Regardless of it’s origins, it was highly effective. It’s prolific history has made it a staple in folklore and practices around the world to protect oneself from illness and malevolence.
One tradition I personally enjoy when crafting your own is adding a new personal ingredient to a batch. Your own contribution as a “thief” to the ever-growing folklore. Customize your vinegar to your own needs! For example, I add turmeric for it’s anti-inflammatory properties as well as it’s energetic and positive correspondences
Method: 1. Sanitize and cleanse your tools with the method of your choice. Wash and dry your herbs. 2.Take the carving tool and in the head of garlic write your name and the names of the people in your home if you so wish. You can also make this for others, using their name. Think about all negativity and unwanted energy leaving the space as protection fills the area like the aroma of the garlic. Place the entire head of garlic in your jar. 3.Take your cloves, and give them a smash with the flat side of a knife, or use a mortal and pestle to gently crush them while keeping them whole. You can also take any heavy object to them while they’re in a plastic bag/under parchment paper if these aren’t available to you. Maintain the same thoughts of protection as the garlic while crushing and adding the cloves. 4.Add the rosemary, sage, and any other desired edible herbs with a clear mind, thinking of a clean protected space, having the utmost confidence in it. 5. Fill jar with vinegar knowing you’re surrounded by clean, positive, and sanitary energy. 6. Let the jar work either in the sun or in any cleansed space for a week to 3 months. 7. Shake occasionally. 8. Strain and store in sanitized glass container of your choice.
Method: 1.Fill jar or bottle with ingredients in an eye pleasing manner 2.Top with vinegar 3.Display in the kitchen, the place in the home with the most activity or where you feel you need it the most
☠ Thieves Vinegar #3 [non-ingestible]
-Thieves Vinegar #1 Your choice of ingredients like: - Black Peppercorns, Chili Pepper, Rose, Wormwood*, Meadowsweet, Thyme, Ginger, Turmeric, Angelica*, Horehound*, Marjoram, Rue*
Method: 1. Follow same method as Thieves Vinegar #1 *IF CHILI IS ADDED DO NOT BATHE OR TOUCH EYES AFTER HANDLING *RESEARCH ALL DRUG INTERACTIONS/DOSAGES BEFORE ADDING OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS *IF SKIN IRRITATION OCCURS WASH WITH COLD WATER AND SOAP IMMEDATLY *IF IRRITATION WORSENS OR CONTINUES CONSULT HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL *DO NOT CONSUME IF RUE IS ADDED // DO NOT CONSUME PERIOD.
⚡House Wash / Bath for Cleansing and Uncrossing
- 1 gallon Hot Water - 3 tablespoons Thieves Vinegar #1 for bathor #3for home - Psalms 23 or any protective prayer/words you like
Method for House Wash: 1. Combine ingredients in bucket with preferred house wash or alone. 2. Read prayer/words over the mixture three times to bless it. 3. Wipe down walls, floors in a counterclockwise motion, working from the back of your space to the front. 4. Listen to music you enjoy loudly and open your windows and doors. Let in as much sunlight in as possible at the very least. Have fun and fill the space with your own positivity and hard work. 5. Be proud and say thanks afterwards. 6. Light a preferred incense to help set the tone of your freshly cleansed space.
Method for Bath: 1.Take an intimal shower to sanitize self with normal preferred products. 2.Combine vinegar with water in bath or basin. 3.Read prayer/words over the bath three times. 4.Immerse yourself for 10 minutes at the least while thinking of all negativity leaving your life and positive, protective energy covering you and the actions you can take to help facilitate that. 4a. If in a shower pour the water starting from the top of your body working your way down, thinking about the same. See all unwanted energy flow down the drain with the water. 5. When finished, air dry and dress in clean white clothes if able to. Do this during the time of day you have the most alone time. 6. Thank any spiritual guides, God, Gods, or the universe- anyone you may have for their blessing and protection and try to conserve your energy for the rest of the day.
•You don’t have to practice all of the time!! Everyone needs breaks from everything!!
•male witches are completely valid!!
•lgbtq+ witches are completely valid!!
•You don’t need to be good at every single subject!! Whether it be astrology, divination, kitchen magick, everyone has something they like best and not everyone is great at all of the subjects!!
•don’t stress yourself out over anything witchy!! Do what you need to do to stay peaceful and calm and stress free!!
•You don’t need a coven to be considered a witch!! Solitary witches are valid, too!!
•reblog and add on if you have something positive to say!!
Update on the snails! Ovid and Euripides are doing pretty well… I switched up their enclosure a bit because I figured they were getting bored and needed a more engaging atmosphere.
So far I’ve figured out that their favorite foods are romaine lettuce, green beans, and spinach. They really don’t seem to be big fans of fruit though ♀️ I tried giving them tomato and strawberries and they didn’t touch them.
