A WITCH'S MAGICKAL HERBAL

There are many herbs that can be used for magickal purposes;
Herbs are wonderful for magick - they can be burned or tied up in sachets or made into
amulets to wear. (Not recommending that you ingest any of these herbs)
Anise: purification, protection, keeps away nightmares
Basil: purification, protection, exorcism, love, prosperity
Chamomile: prosperity, meditation, calmness
Cinnamon: psychic powers, protection, success, healing, clairvoyance, prosperity
Dill: seeds draw money and protection, the flowers are used for love
Hazel: mental powers, hazel nuts are used in fertility amulets or spells
Lemon Balm: health, success, love
Mugwort: divination, clairvoyance, psychic powers, protection,
strongest when picked on a full moon night
Nutmeg: clairvoyance, prosperity
Parsley: purification, protection
Peppermint: healing, purification
Rosemary: protects from negativity, blessing, consecration, aids memory, protection rituals of all kinds
Sage: healing, prosperity, wisdom
Thyme: burn for purification, protection from negativity, clairvoyance
Yarrow: for a happy marriage, defense, protection

HERBAL REMEDIES

GOLDENSEAL
Studies show that this herb has antibiotic action.
how to: For tea, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon powdered root per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Up to 2 cups per day.
ROSEHIPS
The "hip" is the part that remains when the petals fall off the flower. Rose hips contain vitamin C.
how to: For tea, 2 to 3 teaspoons per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Drink as needed.
CHAMOMILE
This popular beverage herb can calm jangled nerves, relieve stomach distress, prevent ulcers,
speed their healing, and help fight infection.
how to: For tea, 2 to 3 heaping teaspoons per cup, steeped 10 to 20 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.
GARLIC
When chewed or chopped, garlic is a potent natural antibiotic; it also has anti-viral properties.
It reduces cholesterol and helps prevent the formation of internal blood clots that trigger heart
attacks. how to: In food, season to taste. For tea, steep 6 cloves in a cup of cool water for 6 hours.
SLIPPERY ELM BARK
Historically used to soothe sore throats, coughs, and upset stomachs, this beneficial bark is still
available in bulk and in herbal cough drops and throat lozenges.
how to: For tea, 1 to 3 teaspoons of powdered bark per cup, boiled and simmered 15 minutes.
Up to 3 cups per day.
GINSING
Ginseng stimulates the immune system, helps protect the liver from toxics, and increases
stamina. In one animal experiment, it also increased sexual activity.
how to: Follow package directions for teas, capsules, tablets, and tinctures.
DANDELION
Despised as a weed, dandelion can help relieve premenstrual bloating.
Preliminary studies suggest possible anti-inflammatory effects.
how to: For tea, 1/2 ounce dried leaf per cup, steeped 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.
FEVERFEW
Several studies confirm feverfew's value in preventing migraines.
how to: Chew two leaves a day, or take a pill or capsule containing 85milligrams of leaf
material (feverfew is quite bitter). For tea, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per cup, steeped 5 to 10 minutes.
Up to 2 cups per day.
RASBERRY LEAF
This premier pregnancy herb is widely used to treat morning sickness and uterine irritability,
and to help prevent threatened miscarriage. how to: For tea, 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup,
steeped 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.
SPEARMINT/PEPPERMINT
For indigestion, try a cup of mint tea after eating.
how to: For tea, 1 teaspoon fresh or 2 teaspoons dried per cup, steeped 10 minutes.
Reheat if desired. Up to 3 cups per day. For a relaxing bath, fill a cloth bag with a few handfuls
of dried or fresh leaves, and run water over it.
COMFREY
This plant contains allantoin, which promotes the growth of new cells and gives it value as
a wound treatment. how to: Place a bruised leaf on clean cuts or scrapes. Cover with a bandage.
Warning: Do not use internally.
SENNA
This herb is a powerful laxative. Senna tastes terrible, so most herbalists recommend a
tincture or a commercial product. To avoid abdominal distress, do not take more than the
package directions specify.
UVA URSI
Research has shown that this bitter herb has diuretic and urinary antiseptic effects.
Use it in addition to mainstream medical treatment.
how to: One teaspoon per cup, boiled 10 minutes. Up to 3 cups per day.
GINGER
Ginger prevents motion sickness and may help prevent the internal blood clots that trigger
heart attacks. how to: For motion sickness, take 2 to 3 capsules of 500 milligrams 30 minutes
before departure. For tea, 2 teaspoons powdered or grated root per cup, steeped 10 minutes.
Up to 3 cups per day.
CHINESE EPHEDRA
Commonly used to treat colds and asthma, Chinese ephedra (Ma Huang) can also raise blood
pressure and cause insomnia and other problems. warning: Prior to using Chinese ephedra, seek
advice from a health care practitioner, especially if you arepregnant or nursing.
It should not be given to children under 13.
LICORICE
Licorice can soothe sore throats and treat ulcers.
how to: For sore throat, add a pinch of root to tea. For ulcers, 1/2 teaspoon of powder per cup,
boiled 10 minutes. Up to 2 cups per day. warning: Large doses can be dangerous.

Basil oil for the treatment of Migraines

The health benefits of basil essential oil include its ability to treat nausea, motion sickness, indigestion, constipation, respiratory problems, diabetes, etc. Basil oil is also a good source of Vitamin A, magnesium, potassium, iron, and calcium.

Leaves and seeds are the important medicinal parts of this herb, which has gained prominence in recipes all over the world. Basil essential oil has been popular in Europe, Central Asia, India and Southeast Asia. The oil was extensively used for culinary purposes in the Mediterranean region and still forms the active ingredient of many Italian recipes such as pesto. It is also used in making pasta and salads.

Basil has been widely used by ancient cultures such as India for medicinal purposes (Ayurveda). The herb was used for diarrhea, coughs and mucous discharges, constipation and indigestion, and skin diseases.

Health benefits of basil essential oil include the following:

* Cosmetics: Basil essential oil is used topically to massage the skin. It enhances the luster of dull looking skin as well as hair. As a result it is extensively used in many skin care supplements that claim to improve the tone of your skin. It is also used for acne and skin infections.
* Digestion: Basil essential oil is also used as a digestive tonic. Since basil oil has carminative properties, it is used for treating indigestion, constipation, stomach cramps and flatulence. It provides immediate relief from the gas in your stomach and intestines. It is also colic and hence is used for bowel pain.
* Cold: Basil essential oil is effective in providing relief from cold, influenza and associated fever. Due to its antispasmodic nature, it is used in case of whooping cough.
* Respiratory: Apart from its usage in cough, it is used for asthma, bronchitis, and sinus infections.
* Infections: Basil oil is good for treating a variety of infections such as cuts, wounds, skin infections, bladder infections, etc., due to its antibacterial properties. It is also good for viral infections.
* Stress disorder: Basil essential oil has a refreshing effect and hence it is used for treating nervous tension, mental fatigue, melancholy, migraines and depression. Due to this calming nature of basil essential oil, it is widely used in aromatherapy. It regular use gives mental strength and clarity.
* Blood circulation: Basil oil improves blood circulation and thus helps in increasing the metabolism.
* Pain relief: It is analgesic and provides relief from pain. Hence it is used in arthritis, wounds, injuries, burns, bruises, scars, sports injuries, sprains, headaches, etc.
* Eye treatment: It is ophthalmic and hence relieves bloodshot eyes.
* Anti vomiting: Basil essential oil can be used as an anti vomiting agent in motion sickness and many other vomiting cases.

Basil essential oil is also a good treatment for itching from bites and stings from honey bees, insects and even snakes. Other uses include curing motion sickness and vomiting.

Basil essential oil and basil in any other form should be avoided by pregnant and breastfeeding or nursing women. On the other hand, some people suggest that it increases milk flow.

Basil essential oil blends well with bergamot, clary sage, clove bud, geranium, lime, lemon, hyssop, juniper, eucalyptus, neroli, marjoram, rosemary, melissa and lavender.

AN HERBAL BEAUTY CHARM SPELL

You can use this charm to "fluff up" the glamour in your aura.
This combination of herbs works to give you not only radiance,
but also increased attractiveness and self-confidence.
Keep the sachet on your altar or near your bed where you can see it daily.
To make it you will need:
1 six-inch square of golden cloth
1 seven-inch square of green lace (dye some)
1 teaspoon of witch hazel bark or tincture
1 teaspoon of cardamom seeds (look in Grocery shop)
1 teaspoon grains of paradise (or use paprika)
1 teaspoon basil (Grocery or garden store)
1 teaspoon caraway seeds (Grocery store)
1 inch piece of dried ginger root and one of powdered icing sugar
1 inch piece of cinnamon stick (Grocers)
13 apple seeds (greengrocers or garden)
1 piece of rose quartz 1 garnet
Red ribbon to make tiny red ribbon roses.
Lay out the gold cloth squarely on top of the lace.
In the center sprinkle the witch hazel, cardamom, grains of paradise, basil, and caraway.
Hold the sugar ginger in your hands and focus on your inner beauty; see it as ray of light
making its way into your aura. Place the sugar ginger on top of the herbs.
Add the cinnamon stick, the apple seeds, the rose quartz, and the garnet.
Bring the corners of the cloth and the lace up to a bundle; wrap three times with the ribbon.
Tie three knots. Put the ribbon rose stems directly over the ribbon and wrap the ribbon
ends three more times, tying three more knots to secure the ribbon roses to the sachet.
Trim any ragged ends. Raise energy and charge the sachet, saying:
"Treasures without, Treasures within
the glamour comes from my heart,
Beauty without, Beauty within,
Never from me to part. " It is done.

Herbs and Plants of Samhain

Herbs and Plants of Samhain: Rosemary, Rue, Calendula, Sunflower, Pumpkin Seeds, Mullien Seeds, Turnip Seeds,Apple Leaf, Wormwood, Tarrogon, Bay Leaf, Almond, Hazelnut, Passionflower, Pine Needles, Nettle, Garlic, Hemlock Cones, mugwort, allspice, sage, gourds, catnip, Mushrooms,Wild Ginseng, Broom, Deadly Nightshade, Oak leaves, and Straw.

Colors associated with Samhain are: black, orange, red, brown, golden yellow, white, silver, and gold.

Gems Metals, and Stones of Samhain Granite, Marble,Sandstone, Smoky Quartz, Clear Quartz, Obsidian, Jet, Amber, Onyx Gold, Diamond,Iron, Steel, Ruby, Pyrite, Garnet,Hematite, Brass, carnelia, jet, and All Black Stones

Traditional Samhain foods Apples, Pumpkin Pie, Hazelnuts, Cakes for the Dead, Corn,Beets, Turnips, Gingerbread, Pomegrantates, Pork dishes. Nuts, Mead, Mulled Wines, Beef, Poultry, Cranberry Muffins and Breads, Ale, Cider, and Herbal Teas

Incense and Oil you can use any of the following scents, either blended together or alone: frankincense, basil, yarrow, lilac, ylang-ylang, clove, camphor. heliotrope, mint, nutmeg

Symbols used to represent Samhain : gourds, apples, black cats, jack-o'-lantern, balefire, besom, masks, cauldron, waning moon.

Symbolism of Samhain: Third Harvest, the Dark Mysteries, Rebirth through Death.

Animals and mythical beasts associated with Samhain : bats, cats, dogs, Phooka, goblins, Medusa,

Appropriate Samhain Goddesses are all Crone Goddesses, Underworld Goddesses. Hecate (Greek), Carlin (Scottish), Edda (Norse), Pamona (Roman), Crobh Dearg (Irish), Lilith (Hebrew), Psyche (Greek), the Morrigu/Morrigan (Celtic).

Appropriate Samhain Gods are all Death Gods, Aged Gods, Underworld Gods. Arawn (Welsh), Dis (Roman), Kronos/Cronus (Greco-Phoenician), Xocatl (Aztec), Woden (Teutonic), Pluto (Greco-Roman), Hades (Greek), Nefertum (Egyptian).

Altar decorations can consist of: small jack-'o-laterns, foods from the harvest, photographs of your loved ones who have departed this world, statue or figurine of the Goddess in her Crone aspect. Favorite decorative touches can include pumpkins and other late fall fruits, corn stalks and Indian corn, a scarecrow or wicker man, cauldron, crystals, candles.

Samhain activities : past-life recall, spirit contact, drying of winter herbs, Carve jack-o-lanterns, Finish any incomplete projects and pay off lingering bills (if possible) to close out the old year and begin the new year afresh, Take your children trick-or-treating; go yourself! , Leave food out for the birds and other wild animals, If you don't have a wicker man left from Beltane, make one from dried grass or grains of some kind. Burn it in your Sabbat fire. If you don't have a fireplace or firepit, burn him in your cauldron, barbeque grill or hibachi, Put pictures of ancestors who have passed on your altar for your Sabbat rite. Light a special candle for them, to show them the way to return and celebrate with you, Visit the graves of your ancestors or, if this isn't possible, the nearest cemetery. Be still here, and listen for the voices of those who have passed. Leave offerings of food and drink for them, and for the animals,Tell ancestral stories and tales around the fire, or at the dinner table, Have a mask-making ceremony in which you create masks to represent your ancestry. Bob for apples. There were many divination practices associated with Samhain, many of which dealt with marriage, health, and the weather. Ducking for apples was a marriage divination based on the belief that the first to bite into an apple would be the first to marry in the coming year. This is similar to the wedding tradition of the throwing of the bride's bouquet for women and her garter for men. Apple peeling was another type of divination to determine how long one's life would be. The longer the unbroken peel, the longer the life of the one peeling it.

Taboos on Samhain are: travel after dark, eating grapes or berries

Spellwork can be for: protection, neutralizing harm. Samhain is also the time of the year for getting rid of weaknesses. Witches perform rituals, using the Crone's assistance, to leave behind that which they do not want to carry on into the future; outdated habits, completion of past relationships; insecurities and those thing which do not service to carry on. Magic is done to better our lives, the lives of those around us, and all connected to the web of life the Lord and Lady should be thanked for a bountiful harvest.

Arthritis Salve

Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz fresh Mint Leaf
1 1/2 oz crushed fresh Eucalyptus Leaf
1/4 oz crushed dried Bay Leaf
1/2 oz crushed or powdered dried Golden Seal Root
1/2 lb. Vegetable Shortening (in the "old days" lard was used) (if the fresh herbs cannot be found, substitution with dried herbs is OK)
Mixing Directions:
Mix all herbs together. Melt the Vegetable Shortening in a pot on low flame, adding a little at a time to speed the melting process. When all the Shortening has been melted, turn off the fire, and slowly stir in the mixed herbs. When all is mixed well, pour the liquid salve into a jar. DO NOT USE PLASTIC!!! USE GLASS ONLY!!! (plastic will draw out the essence of the herbs...) Cap the jar and refrigerate until the shortening has become a solid again, and is cold. Will keep for about a week.
Directions of Use:
Gather a small amount onto hand and massage onto skin of afflicted joint. Let set for at least one hour. Repeat as necessary.

Herbs & Their Definitions

Many of the items covered come from the writings of Scott Cunningham -
Magical Aromatherapy and Ray T. Malbrough - Charms, Spells & Formulas.
Basil is used for more than cooking in Italian food. Peace, Happiness, and
the Conscious Mind are some of the magickal attributes of this herb. Keep
this scent close to keep a clear mind for tasks. The smell will keep you
focused for the more important tasks in your day. Note: In making an oil of
this herb, do not take it internally.
Black Pepper
For a charge in physical strength, this is a great herb. Other influences
include Courage and Protection. If you are trying to keep other peolple's
influences from ruining your day, this should help. You may take this
internally.
Bayberry
This herb is used as a helper to complete mixtures that involve money.
Although it is an herb which is hard to find, it can be worth the search. It
is also one of the elements that vibrates well with the Zodiac sign of
Gemini.
Benzoin
This herb is great for gathering magickal energy. This oil is also great for
the Consious mind. As an addition to a mixture, this substance will add
thickness to your oil. The tincture of benzoin is a great way to make your
essential oils last.
Bay
Bay is another cooking item with great potential. The specialty of this herb
is Psychic capabilities and Purification. Use dried leaves and smell them
crumpled in your hand or smoke them in an incense.
Chamomile
This is an easy-to-get herb. You will find it in many herbal teas found at
your local supermarket...and for good reason. This is the herb of Peace and
Meditation. Take this herb and you will achieve a deeper peace of mind.
Carnation
This flower is so common in most areas that it is a great oil to practice
with making essential oils. Smell the flowers fresh or in an oil for General
Health, Love, and some Magical & Physical boosts.
Cinnamon
The dried inner bark of this herb helps you most with overall Prosperity. It
is one of the more asscessible items that is part of one of the mixtures for
Lucky Life Oil.
Daffodil
This narcissus flower is one of the strongest helpers for Love. The fresh
flowers have the most powerful effect. This is one of a spiritual, deep
love.
Frankincense
This herb has many religious connotations. The incense of this essential oil
has a profound religious effect. Burn this incense for a heightened
spiritual understanding and for meditation. Use this also for any oil that
needs a power boost in a spiritual content. Not for internal use!
Garlic
One of the most versatile herbs, garlic has its focus around Health,
Purification and Protection. Add it to any relevant dish and take the oils
that come in vitamins. One bad side effect...bad for social situations.
Ginger
Magic is the best use of this herb. Taken in slight doses is the best
practices due to its power. It also has influences in Sex, Love and slightly
Money. Again, small doses are best.
Jasmine
Another common element, jasmine is responsible for Psychic dreams, Love, Sex
and is overall good for relationships that need help in intimacy. Fresh
flowers and the essential oil are best.
Lemon
There are many uses for this citrus. Basically, use the peels for soaking in
your oils of Health and Healing. You can also use it for Physical purposes.
Purification is the main attribute for lemon grass, lemon balm, and other
related herbs.
Myrrh
Very similar to frankincense, myrrh is a great oil and incense for
Meditation, and general Spirituality. You will reach new heights of
spiritual depth with this. Not for internal use.
Onion
Onion is good for Courage. Use it on your more timid days. Bring a
anectdote, but try to have it in the same family as not to neutralize your
original purpose.
Parsley
Protection is the main quality of this herb. It is good to use this along
with Onion and other noxious herbs to hide the scent, but not kill the
purpose of the other herb(s).
Patchouly
This is a very powerful and readily available scent. Money, Sex and other
Earth bound influences. This is a great essential oil to be used with
Protection Oil and Seduction Oil. One word of warning. This neutralizes many
spiritual situations. It is tied closely to the earth.
Rose
Another common flower, this is a great for Love. Beauty and oils for almost
every ritual for peace should have this essential oil or flower petals
involved. It also enhances intimate sexuality.
Rosemary
If we had more of this in our diets and rituals, we would benefit from an
increased Memory. It also has great influence over the mind. Keep it in
moderation for it can upset the stomach if too much is used. It may better
be used in its natural form for smell to enhance mind capacities.
Saffron
This is an expensive herb that when cooking will have a profound color and
taste in its host. It is very powerful for Magic. It should be used with
only one or two other herbs in a mixture. Only a little of this herb will do
the trick.
Sage
Great for Wisdom, this herb is commonly used with others in Italian
seasonings. It has an underlying sub-conscious tone that can help you get in
touch with unknown forces in your life.
Sandalwood
Common and good for additions to mixtures to give an essence of Healing,
Spirituality and Healing. Adds a sweet undertone.
Vanilla
Magickal energy and overall mid-level purposes is this herbs strengths. Use
this to add a balancing effect in your mixtures. A safe element for almost
anything. Not too strong on its own.

OIL CANDLE AND HERB CORRESPONDENCES

Herb, Oil and Crystal Correspondances
Change Your Luck
Oil: lotus
Herb: basil
Incense: lotus or frankincense
Gemstones: carnelian or quartz crystal
Candle Colors: green or orange

Attract Money
Oil: bergamot or cinnamon
Herb: nutmeg
Incense: cinnamon or honeysuckle
Stone: agate or garnet
Candle Colors: brown, green or gold

Gain Prosperity
Oil:bayberry or bergamot
Herb: vervain
Incense: bayberry or jasmine
Stone: bloodstone or malachite
Candle Color: green

To Influence Someone to Repay a Debt
Oil; jasmine
Herb: clove
Incense: ginger, jasmine, allspice
Stone: hematite, tiger's eye
Candle: yellow
Increase Personal Power
Oil: carnation
Herb: sandalwood or rue
Incense: carnation, frankincense or pine
Stone: agate, jasper, black obsidian
Candle: purple or red
Conquer Fear
Oil: musk
Herbs: sage
Incense: allspice, dragons blood, musk
Stones: amber, black obsidian
Candle: red or brown
Find A New Job
Oil: pine or peppermint
Herb: dragons blood or ginger
Incense: jasmine, peppermint, pine
Stones: carnelain, lapis
Candle: green or copper

Attain Success
Oil: peppermint
Herb: ginger or vervain
Incense: ginger or rosemary
Stones: sard, black obsidian
Candle: brow, gold or orange

Inspire Creativity
Oil: lilac or rose
Herb: rose petals
Incense: lilac, lotus or rose
Stone: amethyst, chrysocolla, black onyx, turquoise
Candle: violet or yellow

Overcome Bad Habits
Oil: cedar or peppermint
Herbs: basil, bay laurel
Incense: dragons blood, cedar, pappermint
Stones: jet, rhodonite, topaz
Candles: purple or violet
Stop Arguments
Oil: patchouli
Herb: patchouli
Incense: allspice, cedar, patchouli
Stones: bloodstone, black obsidian, black onyx
Candle: pink, light blue

Settle Disturbed Conditions in the Home
Oil: patchouli
Herb: frankincense and myrrh
Incense: patchouli or frankincencense
Stones: hematite, agate
Candle: black, purple


Learn the Truth About a Situation or Person
Oil: carnation
Herb: sage or yellow sandalwood
Incense: clove, cypress, sage
Stone: chrysoprase, geode, tigers eye
Candle: purple, dark brown

Release Situations or People from Your Life
Oil: lilac and patchouli
Herb: lemon verbena
Incense: patchouli or cedar
Stones: aventurine, jade, petrified wood, clear quartz
Candle: black
Accept a Situation
Oil: gardenia
Herb: frankincense
Incense: rose, orange, musk
Stones: sard and amazonite
Candle: brown

Find Happiness
Oil: lily of the valley
Herb: St. Johnswort
Incense: jasmine or rose
Stones: moss agate, amethyst
Candle: gold, lt. Blue

Consecrate a Talisman
Oil: frankincnese or lotus
Herb: frankincense or yellow sandalwood
Incense: lotus or sandalwood
bloodstone, black onyx, black obsidian
Candle: white or purple

To Reach a Decision
Oil: lotus
Herb: rue
Incnese: sage, acacia or lotus
Stone: agate or clear quartz crystal
Candle: yellow
Start a New Venture
Oil: cinnamon
Herb: nutmeg
Incense: cinnamon, rosemary or clove
Stone: agate, emerald
Color: green

Peaceful Divorce
Oil: patchouli
Herb: lemon verbena
Incense: patchouli, vervain
Stone: sodalite, chalcedony
Candle: light blue

Celebrate a Birth
Oil: rose
Herb: rose petals
Incense: frankincense or myrrh
Stone: lapis, rose quartz
Candle: pink

Celebrate a Wedding Anniversary
Oil: rose
Herb: rose petals
Incense: frankincsense or myrrh
Stones: aquamarine, sard
Candle: pink

In Memory of a Deceased Loved One
Oil: patchouli
Herb: patchouli
Incense: patchouli or lotus
Stones: four pieces of clear quartz crystal
Candle: lavender

Giving Thanks
Oil: lotus or frankincense
Herb: sage
Incense: frankincense, myrrh
Stones: amethyst, clear quartz crystal, iolite
Candle: white

General Healing #1
Oil: carnation, myrrh, lavender
Herb: frankincense
Incense: lotus or lavender
Stone: amber, turquoise
Candle: green, gold, lt. Blue

General Healing#2
Oil: clove or gardenia
Herb: orris
Incense: wisteria or lavender
Stone: amethyst, fluorite, moosnstone, clear quartz crystal
Candle: lavender, gold

Enhance Dreams/Find Spiritual Guide
Oil: jasmine or sage
Herb: marigold
Incense: frankincense or jasmine
Stone: agate, amethyst, jade, clear quartz crystal
Herb: myrrh
Incense: jasmine, myrrh
Stones: beryl, fluorite
Candle: gold, green, lt. Blue

General Healing#3
Oil: gardenia
Herb: rue
Incense: sandalwood, gardenia
Stones: lapis, tourmaline
Candle: gold, lt. blue, green
Regain Health
Oil: carnation
Herbs: red sandalwood
Incense: carnation or rose
Stones: bloodstone, boji stones
Candle: green

Recovery from Surgery
Oil: lilac
Herb: pine needle
Incense: cedar, sandalwood
Stone: carnelain, boji stones
Candle: light blue
Purification
Oil: pine
Herb: rosemary
Incnese: pine, frankincense, rosemary
Stone: aquamarine, tourmaline
Candle: white

Banish Serious or Terminal Illness
Oil: myrrh, patchouli
Herb: rue
Incnese: frankincense, myrrh, patchouli, vervain
Stone: black obsidian, black onyx
Candle: purple

Stop Interference in Your Love or Marriage
Oil: frangipanni
Herb: bay leaf
Incense: frangipanni or pine
Stone: moonstone, chrysocolla, pyrite
Candle: indigo

Heal an Unhappy marriage or Relationship
Oil: rose
Herb: rose petals, yarrow
Incense: apple blossom, allspice, sandalwood
Stone: agate, amethyst, lapis
Candle: pink

Win the Love of a Man
Oil: vanilla
Herb: catnip or ginger
Incense: vanilla or ylang
Stone: lodestone, aventurine, malachite
Candle: pink

Win the Love of a Woman
Oil: rose
Herb: rose petals
Incense: frangipanni or rose
Stone: coral, lodestone, rosequartz
Candle: pink

Find Perfect Mate
Oil: musk
Herb: rue
Incense: musk, patchouli
Stone: moss agate, clear quartz crystal, lapis, rose quartz
Candle: green, pink

Release an Unwanted Person or Admirer
Oil: patchouli
Herb: lemon verbena
Incense: patchouli or rue
Stone: spectrolite, jade, clear quartz, agate, malachite
Candle: black

Stop Slander and Gossip
Oil: juniper or lilac
Herb: clove or marjoram
Incense: cypress or pine
Stone: aquamarine, hematite, agate
Candle: indigo

Rid Yourself of Negatives
Oil: pine
Herb: basil
Incense: cedar or vervain
Stone: 2 pcs. hematite or smoky quartz
Candle: purple, black, silver

Binding Troublesome People
Oil: patchouli
Herb: patchouli
Incense: cypress or pine
Stone: jade, lapis, 2 pcs, black onyx
Candle: black

Release One from Enthrallment
Oil: cedar or dragons blood
Herb: dragons blood
Incense: patchouli or myrrh
Stone: chalcedony, tourmaline, malachite
Candle: black

Release from Psychic Attack or Ill-Wishing
Oil: patchouli, frankincense
Herb: patchouli
Incense: cedar or myrrh
Stone: smoky quartz, turquoise,black obsidian
Candle: black, silver

Remove Negative Vibrations or Spirits from a Home
Oil: vetiver or yarrow
Herb: vervain, patchouli
Incense: frankincense, myrrh or patchouli
Stone: agate, clear quartz crystal, bloodstone
Candle: black, silver

Remove Negative Vibrations or Spirits from a Person
Oil: vetiver or patchouli
Herb: vetiver or patchouli
Incense: frankincesense, myrrh, patchouli
Stone: agate, clear quartz crystal, black onyx, black obsidian
Candle: black, silver

Bring Pressure on an Enemy
Oil: pine
Herb: bay laurel, clove
Incense: dragons blood, pine, patchouli
Stone: aquamarine
Candle: orange, indigo
Uncross a Person
Oil: cedar or patchouli
Herb: dragons blood or wormwood
Incense: cedar, myrrh, patchouli
Stone: honey stone, mica, clear quartz crystal, balck obsidian, black onyx,
sard
Candle: purple, black

Protect Someone from Abuse
Oil: frankincense
Herb: bay laurel, frankincense
Incense: dragons blood, frankincense, patchouli
Stone: jasper, lapis, smoky quartz, black obsidian
Candle: black

Communicate with Spirits
Oil: yarrow, frankincense and myrrh
Herb: lavender
Incense: frankincense or lotus
Stone: amethyst, emerald, labradorite, moonstone, sugalite
Candle: indigo, purple
Meet Your Spirit Guide
Oil: honeysuckle
Herb: mugwort
Incense; sandalwood, lotus
Stone: moss agate, lapis, moonstone, sugalite, tourmaline
Candle: indigo, purple

Enhance Spiritual Growth
Oil: lotus
Herb: frankincense
Incense: lotus or sandalwood
Stone: amber, citrine, lapis, ruby, sapphire
Candle: lavender, purple
Gain Spiritual Blessings
Oil: frankincense
Herb: frankincense
Incense: frankincense or lotus
Stone: amethyst, lapis, moldavite, black tourmaline
Candle: blue, lavender

Strengthen Psychic Abilities
Oil: jasmine
Herb: wormwood or jasmine flowers
Incense: honeysuckle, mimosa or lotus
Stone: moss agate, moonstone, jet, blue topaz, purple tourmaline
Candle: silver, lavender, purple
Preparation for Divination
Oil: honeysuckle or myrrh
Candle: dark blue

Strengthen Psychic Shield
Oil: yarrow, sage or lotus
Herb: peppermint
Incense: lotus, patchouli, sandalwood
Stone: 2 pcs. tektite or meteorite or 2 pcs. tourmaline
Candle: silver

Dream Pillow

2 parts Rose petals
2 parts Lemon Balm
1 part Costmary
1 part Mint
1 part Clove


Sew up into a small pillow and sleep on it to have vivid dreams.

Astral Travel Pillow

3 parts Mugwort
2 parts Vetivert
1 part Sandalwood
1 part Rose petals
1 Vanilla bean, crushed
1 pinch ground Orris root


Make into a small pillow. Sleep on it to promote astral travel during sleep.

Magic Pillows

Use each herb individually, or mix for several purposes. Make these pillows small, about five inches square. Set them on top of your regular pillows.
Anise: halts nightmares
Bay: pleasant dreams
Chamomile: restful sleep
Eucalyptus: healing
Hops: sleep, healing
Mugwort: dreams, psychic dreams
Peppermint: if used fresh, it induces sleep; replace daily
Thyme: happiness (eases depression)
Verbena: aphrodisiac
Yarrow: dreams of loved ones

Herbs and roots for witchcraft spells

Used to help bring romance and money into your life, break curses and ward off evil spirits, and much more! Below you will find simple but potent uses for magickal herbs and roots. These are used in what is more commonly known as "witchcraft," however, you don't have to be a witch in order for them to be effective! For centuries even the non practitioner has been using roots and herbs (along with some positive thinking and a little prayer) to add some magick to their lives. So can you!


*SAFETY TIPS: Please exercise the utmost care when using any candles, oils, incense, fruits, flowers, herbs, roots, et al. Note that the word “chant” below can be substituted with words like “recitation,” “prayer,” and so on, too:

Always consult with your physician first to ensure you are not allergic to any ingredients!

Don't ingest any ingredients!

Always make certain you have proper ventilation, and don't inhale any ingredients for a prolonged duration!

Use diluted bath oils to bathe in if the chant calls for this, or if you'd simply prefer to take a bath in the oils instead of anointing the candles with these (which is just as effective)!

Wear gloves when handling pure oils to anoint candles with, or to place in a potpourri safe dish instead (which is just as effective)!

Never, ever leave any lit candles or incense unattended, and always douse with water prior to disposal!

Remember, although I only recommend knowingly safe ingredients and procedures, still, YOU are responsible for any candles, oils, incense, fruits, flowers, herbs, roots, et al you use, how, and the effects thereof!



LOVE AND ATTRACTION


Corn Flowers: Sprinkle in the area where you and your mate argue the most. It is purported to help alleviate discord and strife.

Damiana: Let some soak in a glass of wine for three hours. Thereafter, sprinkle a small bit outside your front and back door. Do this faithfully each day for 21 days, and it is said that before long your wandering lover will return to you.

Dill Seed: Add a few grains to bath water before going out to meet a person of the opposite sex. Said to make one irresistible (I could never get this one to work for me, lol!).

Laurel: Worn by brides to help guarantee a long and happy union.

Marjoram: To attract a husband, put a little in the corners of each room in your house. Remove and renew about once a month (how long are you supposed to do this?!).

Orris Root: A love root, carried to attract the opposite sex and to encourage them to love you dearly (this one DID work! Yippee!).

Rosemary: Give a special friend a sachet filled with Rosemary. This is supposed to induce warm-n-fuzzy feelings in another.

Skullcap: Supposedly if you place a wee bit in your lover's shoes it can help make that person unaffected by the charms of others.

Spikenard: Brew into a tea and wet the picture of a loved one with the water to enhance the longevity of your union.

Sweet Bugle: Crush a handful and place under your mattress to attract new lovers and possibly marriage prospects.



WISHING/MAKING DREAMS COME TRUE


Calendula: Sprinkle dried bits of this flower under the bed. Known to make dreams come true and protect the sleeper from evil.

Dandelion: Sew tightly in a red flannel bag and wear around the neck to make wishes come true.

Huckleberry Leaves: Burn in the bedroom before going to sleep to make a special dream come true within seven days.

Job's Tears: As you count out seven seeds, concentrate on a wish you have in mind. Carry these seven seeds with you at all times for seven days and your wish should have come true before the week is gone (this one actually worked for me but it was a reasonable wish - I still haven't won the lottery!).

Lavender: Place some Lavender under your pillow just before retiring and think about your wish. If you dream about anything at all connected with the wish this means that it should come true.

Lotus Root: Mark one side of the root "yes" and the other side "no," and then make your wish as you toss the root into the air. You will then know if your wish was meant to be.

Spearmint: Write your wish on a piece of paper and wrap in a few Spearmint leaves. Place these in a red cloth and sew it up with red thread. Keep it in a safe and secret place. By the time the scent is gone your wish should have come true. If not, this means that it probably won't for a long time to come.



PROTECTION


Ague Weed: This can be mixed with any incense and burned to break the power of a hex that has been placed on you.

Bay Leaves: One in the corner of each room of a house is believed to protect all who dwell there, as well as the house itself. If you carry it on your person it is reputed to protect against witchcraft.

Bladderwrack: To be carried by the traveler as a protection, especially when traveling by water.

Blood Root: Place on windows and doorways to protect against curses and evil spirits from entering.

Cinquefoil: Take an egg and cut a small hole in one end. Drain the contents and let the shell dry. Then stuff the shell with Cinquefoil and reseal the hole with tape. As long as this egg is kept in the home it can be protected from evil forces.

Clover: Soak one tablespoonful in one cup of vinegar for three days. Then strain and sprinkle the vinegar in each corner of every room. All alien spirits should leave the premises.

Elm Bark: To eliminate slander against you bury some in a box along with a piece of paper that contains the name of the individual who is speaking adversely about you.

Pearl Moss: Sprinkle this across the front doorway of the home to only allow good spirits to enter (this actually works well in conjunction with the Sulfur one below).

Sulfur: Burn at midnight near your back door to ward off evil.



GOOD LUCK/EMPLOYMENT/MONEY/COURT


Alfalfa: Kept in the home to protect the owner against poverty.

Basil: Soak a heaping teaspoonful in a pint of water. This water is then sprinkled in a place of business to attract money and success. If you have a job interview coming up, you can sprinkle this outside of the building where you hope to be employed (careful though - if someone sees you it won't help your job prospects very much!).

Cascara Sagrada: Used to help win court cases when brewed into a strong tea and sprinkled around the bed the night before a court appearance.

Chamomile: Brew and use as a hand wash before playing card games or gambling.

Dragon's Blood Reed: Carry in your purse or pocket for good luck. Here's a new one on me - supposedly if you place it under your mattress it aids in curing impotency.

Galangal Root: One of these carried to court is said to make the judge/jury feel favorably inclined toward you.

Irish Moss: Ah, me friends, 'tis said that if one places this under the carpets in their home that it will bring vast fortune.

John The Conqueror Root: Just before going out to play a game of chance, wash your hands in water in which it has been boiled.

Little John: Place one in Holy water to bring good luck to everything you attempt.

Low John Root: It is said that if one wraps money around this root the money will multiply threefold.

Silver Leaf: A potent good luck charm when kept in the home.

Violets: Sprinkle some petals in the corners of your home. It is said to invite positive entities that can assist with healing and bringing money and luck unto you.



HEALTH


*Illness must be treated by a medical professional. None of these are meant to replace the advice or treatment prescribed by a physician. You are responsible for your health and should always exercise caution. Please do not use any of the following unless you are certain you have no allergies to them and not without the approval of your DR.

Ash Tree Leaves: Place one tablespoonful of leaves in a bowl of water and leave it in the bedroom overnight while sleeping. In the morning it should be tossed out and then redone each night. Allegedly this will help to prevent illness.

Betony: Strengthens the body when worn as an amulet.

Coriander: Carry the seeds in a small bag to ward off disease and migraines.

Dill Seed: Tie some in a cloth and smell to help cure hiccups.

Eucalyptus: Said to protect against colds if stuffed into the pillow one sleeps on.

Holy Herb: Use in bath water if you feel your sickness has been caused by a hex.

Mustard Seed: Carry with you at all times a few grains in a small bag, wallet, or purse to guard against injury.

Quince Seed: When a few are carried in a red, flannel bag it can protect the wearer from physical attacks and harm.

Rose Buds: Place around sprains and bad bruises to help them heal quicker.

Rosemary: Holding some while reading or completing tasks is said to improve memory.

Thyme: Burn in the home to attract good health to all occupants.

Valerian: This sewn into the pillow is supposed to calm nerves and bring about peaceful sleep.

Vervain: Worn as an amulet, Vervain is noted for its healing powers in curing fevers.

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