Hey! I’m quite new to witchcraft and a few people have pointed me in your direction to help get me started! Things like supplies or tips. And could I also get a trick or treat ?
How lovely to hear! I’m flattered. Hope you don’t mind if I combine this ask a bit. Here are some tips for starting on the path to witchcraft! And welcome to our community!
You are the witch you decide to be. You can be inspired by types and paths you see on Tumblr or other blogs run by other witches; but ultimately the title is yours to claim in the method that works best for you!
Research is your best friend! Not just as a new witch but all throughout your path. Never stop! It will make you more confident and more competent!
Use what you have. This applies to tools (glasses, bowls, candles, scissors, spices, herbs you already have are perfect to build on) as well as your hobbies and interests. Build off hobbies of drawing, knitting, cooking, gardening, gaming, etc. It will merge you better with your craft from the beginning!
Start with protection and energy work. Don’tknow where to begin? Start by researching and working on methods of protection, warding/shielding, and energy raising. Those are your basic witch tools that almost everything is built around.
Some beginner spells to look into: healing, protection, self-love/bath spells, safe travel charms, glamour magic.
Keep a journal! It doesn’t have to be a grimoire to begin with, but a journal of thoughts and ideas is a good habit to have as a witch. There’s a lot of personal examination and thought into building a craft and writing things down helps!
Thrift stores, dollar stores, flea markets and garage sales are you friends! If you have to have some of the tools and supplies inspired by other witches blog, start at the cheap places first! The fancy aesthetic is pretty to look at but doesn’t inherently make you a better or more powerful witch.
You are the magic. You are the power. You are the witch. All the rest is just filler. It can help you focus, yes. But you are the seat of your power. Don’t forget that.
As an extra treat- here’s a simple protection oil you can likely find the ingredients to in a decently stocked kitchen!
Simple Protection Oil
Small bottle (an old spice or pill bottle would work fine)
Carrier oil (olive, almond, grapeseed)
Ground cinnamon
Ground nutmeg or clove
Ground black or cayenne pepper
Salt
Fill the bottle almost to the top with the oil. Combine a pinch of each of the spices, close the lid and shake well while chanting “spice combine, protection is mine”. Use on your person (spot test for reactions first) or around your property or car as needed!
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