A Pool of Creation is basically a bowl of mildly salted water wherein a witch may weave a spell. Some may prefer to use a small cauldron for this, but my favorite containers are Japanese tea bowls or chawan. Different designs and styles have different meanings in Shinto and Japanese…
Salt is ubiquitous in witchcraft. Though most people today take it for granted, in the past it was a precious commodity, and justly so. It is an essential mineral that we all need to survive. There are many recipes using salt and salt water, but what isn’t usually discussed is…
What is the difference between cleansing and purification? It is a common question for new witches. What is considered “clean” varies from person to person. Some types of energy that one person needs to thrive, another may find painful or toxic. Cleansing is a way to refresh or re-balance your…
This is a simple but elegant and efficient purification incense. It cleanses a person or place of misplaced/negative energy. The recipe is not very complicated, but it does the job very well. It’s a good incense to burn in preparation for ceremonies, or between clients. You will need: 1 teaspoon…
