Different Types of Magic

Elemental

The elements of Fire, Earth, Air and Water are drawn upon to give energy to specific spells.

Colour

Colour magic is usually used in harmony with other types of spell work. Colour is a powerful energy as all colour is pure light vibrating at different frequencies, higher or lower will be percieved by the human eye as different colours. Colour can be used in many ways including clothes, the home, and can also be used to dress the altar, flowers, fabric, and candles of course.

Herbal

Hebal magic is again normally used in conjunction with other types of magic. Herbs are used as talismans or amulets, they are often used for protection and placed in Mojo bags or the oil from herbs and flowers can be used to dress and anoint candles etc. Each herb has a specific use and meaning

Candle

One of the oldest forms of magic, candles are used symbolically, they are light givers, the element of fire and come in many different colours. Candles are used to represent the self and others and are used normally in conjunction with other types of magic

Crystal

Each crystal and gemstone or any stone for that matter has it's own attributes and are often used by some in magic. They are most often used for their healing properties. Knot

Knot magic works mainly on the principal of binding or bidding spells. Ribbon or string or rope can be used, anything that can be woven or knotted to achieve an aspiration. Corn Dollies are a good example of knot work

Symbolic

The use of symbols representative of goals, people, aspirations, wishes for example Tarot cards, Runes etc.

Talismans, Charms, Amulets

these are charged pendants, charms or Mojo bags (pouches). Small pouches which are charged and filled with correspondences relating to the person and the intention and carrried by that person or worn by that person. It goes without saying that all magic work should be done with the permission of the person, and always for the absolute highest good, remember three fold law and karma! Tools Used In Spell Work

Boline -this is a small knife usually curved and white handled, principally used for gathering. Herbs, cutting wands, etc and is consecrated and used only for this specific purpose.

Burine

An instrument used for inscribing candles etc with symbols and words or images.

Cauldron

Any container that will hold herbs,candles, incense etc, used primarily on the altar, usually made from cast iron and in small sizes.

Chalice

It is used as a ceremonial drinking vessel and for some represents the divine feminine. It can be an elaborate expensive piece of polished pweter or a simple wine glass. Often decorated and embellished with gemstones and jewels or painted.

Charcoal

Charcoal discs are used to burn pure resins such as frankincense and myrrh. The best charcoal comes as compressed small discs giving a burning time of approx 45 minutes. The charcoal disc is lit, often in a cauldron or fire proof vessel and once smouldering a small amount of the resin is burned on top of the disc.p> Compass

Used for finding directions, many spells require facing in a certain direction, East, South, West, North and this is a useful tool for that purpose. It does not have to be elaborate just accurate

Incense

Incense is used often in spell work and it also gives a sense of calm to homes etc, used effectively in purification and for clearing negative energies. Represents the element of Air

Oil Burners

Used for the same purpose as incense

Paper

Writing wishes and goals down is an important part of spell work, using special coloured inks can enhance the spell, there is no need for expensive parchment paper although some people prefer to use it. The paper should always be new and unused, you can use coloured paper to further enhance the spell.

Pens and Inks

Traditionaly quill pens were used for spells, however a new pen is adequate, preferably fountain and buy the best you can afford, use quality inks, a fountain pen is a good choice as different coloured inks can be used.

Pentacle

A tile or coaster with a pentagram/ five pointed star in it. Used as a symbol of power.

Pestle and Mortar

A pestle and mortar represent the God and Goddess. They are used to prepare herbs and oils etc.

Scrying Tool

Crystals, Mirrors, Bowls, Coloured Water, all can be used a scrying tools, scrying is an art of divination which takes much practise. Concentration of the highest order is required.