FIRE SPELLS
Casting fire spells is one of the most common ways of harnessing the elements, usually with candles. Fire is a powerful element that represents all kinds of passion, energy, ego, willpower, creativity, strength and even anger. Though you can cast spells specifically for these things, fire is usually introduced to bring more energy to your purpose, even if that purpose is not fire-related on its own. Make sense? These are the kinds of things you can use in your spellwork to bring in some of that fire energy:
As I mentioned, most fire spells include candles as a way of using the element. You can also burn things, though this isn't always practical. Having a fire-proof cauldron can help if you want to use more fire.
As I mentioned, most fire spells include candles as a way of using the element. You can also burn things, though this isn't always practical. Having a fire-proof cauldron can help if you want to use more fire.
Wiccan fire spells are the most popular of all the elemental spells I have. I guess the allure of burning flame is too hard to resist. A spell need more than just a candle in it to really be classed as a "fire spell". I have included those here that not only have a flame in them, but also involve the qualities of fire: energy, creativity, courage and other powerful emotions.
Conjuring Passion
Get involved in an important project but have trouble getting really excited about it? Bring some more passion into your attitude with a little magick. You need:
• 4 red candles
• Fresh ginger
• Piece of red thread
• Couple pinches of black pepper
You'll need a piece of fresh ginger root, not any ground or powdered stuff for this one. Most grocery stores carry it.
Set out the red candles in a triangle shape, with one candle in the middle. Use the thread to tie a thin slice of ginger to the center candle and sprinkle the black pepper on it. Light the outside 3 candles (NOT the middle one). Let them burn for a few minutes then repeat the following: Surrounded by heat
Surrounded by flame
Draw into me
Draw into me
While you repeat the spell, concentrate on drawing energy from the burning candles into the middle one (which represents you). After several minutes, light the center candle, and then let them all burn out on their own. Pick the bit of ginger out of the wax afterwards, and carry it with you for some energy boosting.
Burn Away Habits
Use the power of fire to burn away bad habits, obsessions or addictions. You can also use this spell to break a connection with someone, like an ex you can't let go of. Supplies for this spell are: • A heat-proof dish
• Something to represent your habit/obsession
• Charcoal tablet
• Chunks of frankincense resin
It works best if you choose an object to represent your bad habit that is small and flammable. Written notes, receipts, photographs and things like that work best. If you can do this spell on the night of the new (dark) moon, it will have more power.
Sit with your supplies at your altar, and concentrate on the item representing the thing you want to get rid of. Visualize all the negative things about this obsession and how badly you want to free yourself from it. Light in on fire, and let it burn out in the dish. On top of the ashes, set your charcoal tablet (the kind meant for incense, not the BBQ). Light the charcoal, and set several chunks of resin incense on it once lit. It may be a bit smoky, so open a nearby window if necessary. Let it burn out on its own.
Joyful Candle Spell Use the power of fire to bring a little more joy into your life. Supplies for this spell: • 3 orange candles
• Marjoram and rosemary
• Cedar oil Anoint the candles with cedar oil, and light them. Sprinkle some of the herbs around the bases of the candles and focus on the flames. Feel the heat of the fire fill up your soul. Repeat the following: Happiness and joy come into my life
Away with anger, stress and strife
I am happy, I am free
No more negativity Pass your hands through the warmth of the flames (preferably without burning yourself). Leave the candles to burn down on their own.
Give yourself a magickal perk-up and shine with the energy of fire. Get your spell stuff together: • Red candle
• Glass of red wine
• Cinnamon (powdered) You can use non-alcoholic wine or even juice if you prefer, but the spell is stronger if you use the real stuff. Pour your wine into a nice glass, and add a small sprinkle of cinnamon to it. Dip your finger into the wine and give it a little stir. Run your wet fingertip around the rim of the glass until you hear a ringing tone. Watch the candle flame and visualize it shining out from within yourself. Drink the glass of wine and feel its warmth flow through you. Place the empty glass next to the candle, and let it burn down.
- Altar tools like an athame or candles
- Stones such as carnelian, garnet, bloodstone
- Oils and herbs like cedar, cinnamon, basil and rosemary
As I mentioned, most fire spells include candles as a way of using the element. You can also burn things, though this isn't always practical. Having a fire-proof cauldron can help if you want to use more fire.
As I mentioned, most fire spells include candles as a way of using the element. You can also burn things, though this isn't always practical. Having a fire-proof cauldron can help if you want to use more fire.
Wiccan fire spells are the most popular of all the elemental spells I have. I guess the allure of burning flame is too hard to resist. A spell need more than just a candle in it to really be classed as a "fire spell". I have included those here that not only have a flame in them, but also involve the qualities of fire: energy, creativity, courage and other powerful emotions.
Conjuring Passion
Get involved in an important project but have trouble getting really excited about it? Bring some more passion into your attitude with a little magick. You need:
• 4 red candles
• Fresh ginger
• Piece of red thread
• Couple pinches of black pepper
You'll need a piece of fresh ginger root, not any ground or powdered stuff for this one. Most grocery stores carry it.
Set out the red candles in a triangle shape, with one candle in the middle. Use the thread to tie a thin slice of ginger to the center candle and sprinkle the black pepper on it. Light the outside 3 candles (NOT the middle one). Let them burn for a few minutes then repeat the following: Surrounded by heat
Surrounded by flame
Draw into me
Draw into me
While you repeat the spell, concentrate on drawing energy from the burning candles into the middle one (which represents you). After several minutes, light the center candle, and then let them all burn out on their own. Pick the bit of ginger out of the wax afterwards, and carry it with you for some energy boosting.
Burn Away Habits
Use the power of fire to burn away bad habits, obsessions or addictions. You can also use this spell to break a connection with someone, like an ex you can't let go of. Supplies for this spell are: • A heat-proof dish
• Something to represent your habit/obsession
• Charcoal tablet
• Chunks of frankincense resin
It works best if you choose an object to represent your bad habit that is small and flammable. Written notes, receipts, photographs and things like that work best. If you can do this spell on the night of the new (dark) moon, it will have more power.
Sit with your supplies at your altar, and concentrate on the item representing the thing you want to get rid of. Visualize all the negative things about this obsession and how badly you want to free yourself from it. Light in on fire, and let it burn out in the dish. On top of the ashes, set your charcoal tablet (the kind meant for incense, not the BBQ). Light the charcoal, and set several chunks of resin incense on it once lit. It may be a bit smoky, so open a nearby window if necessary. Let it burn out on its own.
Joyful Candle Spell Use the power of fire to bring a little more joy into your life. Supplies for this spell: • 3 orange candles
• Marjoram and rosemary
• Cedar oil Anoint the candles with cedar oil, and light them. Sprinkle some of the herbs around the bases of the candles and focus on the flames. Feel the heat of the fire fill up your soul. Repeat the following: Happiness and joy come into my life
Away with anger, stress and strife
I am happy, I am free
No more negativity Pass your hands through the warmth of the flames (preferably without burning yourself). Leave the candles to burn down on their own.
Give yourself a magickal perk-up and shine with the energy of fire. Get your spell stuff together: • Red candle
• Glass of red wine
• Cinnamon (powdered) You can use non-alcoholic wine or even juice if you prefer, but the spell is stronger if you use the real stuff. Pour your wine into a nice glass, and add a small sprinkle of cinnamon to it. Dip your finger into the wine and give it a little stir. Run your wet fingertip around the rim of the glass until you hear a ringing tone. Watch the candle flame and visualize it shining out from within yourself. Drink the glass of wine and feel its warmth flow through you. Place the empty glass next to the candle, and let it burn down.
AIR SPELLS
So when would you want to cast air spells? The elemental realm of air rules over things of the mind, such as memory, intelligence, creativity and new ideas. Whenever you want to do magick for travel, inspiration, clear thoughts, happiness or freedom, you should make sure you add some aspects of air to your spells. The following items are great for air spells:
Bring Travel Spell Want to get out there and see the world? This is an easy spell to help bring more travel opportunities into your life. It's a great example of an air spell. You will need: • A small hand fan
• Dish of fresh mint
• A small light feather The fan should be the kind you wave, not a battery-operated gizmo. And the feather should be small and light, not a big turkey feather. I hope that's all nice and clear now. Lean over the dish of mint, and breathe in the smell. Visualize yourself in different places, seeing different landscapes. Toss the little feather in the air, and use the fan to blow it around the room. Try to keep it airborne as you see the winds of chance also moving you to new places in the near future. Let the feather land in the mint, then take a few more breaths of the minty aroma. Each morning take a deep breath of it again, and picture yourself seeing new sights
Invoke Your Muse Get your creativity flowing with a little magick. Your supplies for this spell are: • Dried lavender flowers
• Lavender oil
• Something to symbolize your art or craft By "art or craft", I mean whatever medium you work in that you need creativity. Painting, writing, sculpture or even your regular day job. You need some kind of object that represents where you want your creativity to shine through. Set the item on your altar, and rub a little lavender oil on it. Sprinkle a handful of lavender blossoms over it while you repeat the following words aloud: Muse of art
Muse of sound
Muse of thought
Gather 'round
I ask for power
For shining light
Creativity
In this rite
Leave the item on your altar until you've found that new burst of creative energy.
- Altar items like bells, feathers, incense and ornamental fans
- Stones like clear quartz, amethyst, and fluorite
- Herbs and oils of lavender, mint, pine and meadowsweet
Bring Travel Spell Want to get out there and see the world? This is an easy spell to help bring more travel opportunities into your life. It's a great example of an air spell. You will need: • A small hand fan
• Dish of fresh mint
• A small light feather The fan should be the kind you wave, not a battery-operated gizmo. And the feather should be small and light, not a big turkey feather. I hope that's all nice and clear now. Lean over the dish of mint, and breathe in the smell. Visualize yourself in different places, seeing different landscapes. Toss the little feather in the air, and use the fan to blow it around the room. Try to keep it airborne as you see the winds of chance also moving you to new places in the near future. Let the feather land in the mint, then take a few more breaths of the minty aroma. Each morning take a deep breath of it again, and picture yourself seeing new sights
Invoke Your Muse Get your creativity flowing with a little magick. Your supplies for this spell are: • Dried lavender flowers
• Lavender oil
• Something to symbolize your art or craft By "art or craft", I mean whatever medium you work in that you need creativity. Painting, writing, sculpture or even your regular day job. You need some kind of object that represents where you want your creativity to shine through. Set the item on your altar, and rub a little lavender oil on it. Sprinkle a handful of lavender blossoms over it while you repeat the following words aloud: Muse of art
Muse of sound
Muse of thought
Gather 'round
I ask for power
For shining light
Creativity
In this rite
Leave the item on your altar until you've found that new burst of creative energy.
WATER SPELLS
The elemental energy in water spells is used for magick involving love, friendship, mystery, psychic abilities, healing, dreams and sleep. You'll want to add some water elements for any magick that has to do with your emotions or the astral world beyond. So if you're looking to cast a water spell, here are some of the things you could use:
Though drinking is a common part of water magick, ritual baths are another great way to bring in some water energy to your spells.
New Moon Psychic Bath This relaxing bath will help bring out your natural psychic abilities, and connect with the energies of the moon. Try to perform this spell during the phase of the new moon if you can. You need: • 1 cup coarse sea salt
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1/4 cup vervain
• 1/4 cup jasmine flowers
• 7 drops cypress oil In a bowl, mix together everything but the oil. Pour it into a tub full of hot bathwater, then add the drops of oil to the bath too. You can split the mixture in half for 2 baths if you want, just keep the oil separate. Get in the tub, and just soak. Careful getting in though, the sea salt will be a bit rough under foot. Let your thoughts float and open up your mind to new ideas and experiences. Stay in the bath until the water gets cold.
Peaceful Dreams Spell This spell can help promote a more restful sleep and pleasant dreams. An ideal magickal option if you're under stress and can't sleep. This is what you need: • 1 tsp coarse salt
• 1/2 oz rosemary
• 1 oz rose petals
• 1 oz valerian
• 3 pieces of moonstone
• Glass bowl Before bed, fill the bowl with water then add the salt and herbs. Stir it around gently, and repeat the following: Bring me quiet
Bring me peace
Ease my dreams
Nightmares ceaseDrop the 3 moonstones into the bowl, and place it near your bed. Go to sleep and let the bowl absorb any negative
- Stones like moonstone, aquamarine, jade or malachite
- Altar tools like a chalice or cup
- Oils and herbs such as valerian, jasmine or gardenia
Though drinking is a common part of water magick, ritual baths are another great way to bring in some water energy to your spells.
New Moon Psychic Bath This relaxing bath will help bring out your natural psychic abilities, and connect with the energies of the moon. Try to perform this spell during the phase of the new moon if you can. You need: • 1 cup coarse sea salt
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1/4 cup vervain
• 1/4 cup jasmine flowers
• 7 drops cypress oil In a bowl, mix together everything but the oil. Pour it into a tub full of hot bathwater, then add the drops of oil to the bath too. You can split the mixture in half for 2 baths if you want, just keep the oil separate. Get in the tub, and just soak. Careful getting in though, the sea salt will be a bit rough under foot. Let your thoughts float and open up your mind to new ideas and experiences. Stay in the bath until the water gets cold.
Peaceful Dreams Spell This spell can help promote a more restful sleep and pleasant dreams. An ideal magickal option if you're under stress and can't sleep. This is what you need: • 1 tsp coarse salt
• 1/2 oz rosemary
• 1 oz rose petals
• 1 oz valerian
• 3 pieces of moonstone
• Glass bowl Before bed, fill the bowl with water then add the salt and herbs. Stir it around gently, and repeat the following: Bring me quiet
Bring me peace
Ease my dreams
Nightmares ceaseDrop the 3 moonstones into the bowl, and place it near your bed. Go to sleep and let the bowl absorb any negative
EARTH SPELLS
Earth spells are best for material things like money, abundance and financial prosperity. Other areas that are ruled by elemental earth are fertility, home, grounding, nature and growth. Add the solid power of earth to your magick with these types of spell ingredients:
Charm of the Oak This spell is intended as a way to connect to the deep wisdom and knowledge embodied in the oak tree. It's a more spiritual and somewhat intangible spell than most others. All you need is: • 4 acorns
• Small bag of brown fabric
• Patchouli oil
• A brown or green candle Best if you can collect the acorns yourself. Anoint the candle and the acorns with oil, and light the candle. While you hold the acorns in your hands, repeat the following: Sacred oak
Blessed seed
Growth and wisdom
Mine indeedVisualize a mighty oak tree, and all the things it may have to teach you. Place the acorns in the bag, and leave it near the candle. Let the candle burn out on its own, and leave the bag somewhere where you will see it every day. Opportunities to gain new knowledge will soon present themselves. Fertility Egg Spell A little magick can help in your quest to become pregnant, but don't be foolish and ignore any possible medical issues. Your supplies for this earth spell are just: • A raw egg
• A whole vanilla bean
• Pencil Write these symbols on an egg. They're in Theban script, and read "ripe". Go outside and dig a hole in your yard, and bury the egg with the vanilla bean. Make sure it's deep enough that an animal won't dig it up. If you don't have a yard, use a large flower pot filled with earth. This spell works best if you bury the egg during a waxing moon, though you don't necessarily have to do it at night. Each night afterwards though, you have to go outside and water the spot so your spell can "grow".
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- Altar tools such as bowls of salt, earth or a pentacle
- Any stones, but particularly aventurine, jet or onyx
- Oils and herbs like patchouli, mugwort, vetivert or cypress
Charm of the Oak This spell is intended as a way to connect to the deep wisdom and knowledge embodied in the oak tree. It's a more spiritual and somewhat intangible spell than most others. All you need is: • 4 acorns
• Small bag of brown fabric
• Patchouli oil
• A brown or green candle Best if you can collect the acorns yourself. Anoint the candle and the acorns with oil, and light the candle. While you hold the acorns in your hands, repeat the following: Sacred oak
Blessed seed
Growth and wisdom
Mine indeedVisualize a mighty oak tree, and all the things it may have to teach you. Place the acorns in the bag, and leave it near the candle. Let the candle burn out on its own, and leave the bag somewhere where you will see it every day. Opportunities to gain new knowledge will soon present themselves. Fertility Egg Spell A little magick can help in your quest to become pregnant, but don't be foolish and ignore any possible medical issues. Your supplies for this earth spell are just: • A raw egg
• A whole vanilla bean
• Pencil Write these symbols on an egg. They're in Theban script, and read "ripe". Go outside and dig a hole in your yard, and bury the egg with the vanilla bean. Make sure it's deep enough that an animal won't dig it up. If you don't have a yard, use a large flower pot filled with earth. This spell works best if you bury the egg during a waxing moon, though you don't necessarily have to do it at night. Each night afterwards though, you have to go outside and water the spot so your spell can "grow".
For more elemental energy in your spellwork, you can try the other 3 elements for