Wicca Altar and Tools: A Beginner’s Guide to Wiccan Altars, Tools for Spellwork, and Casting the Circle: Volume 2 (Wicca for Beginners Series)

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Can’t wait to work with candles? Jump to Lesson 7 and learn everything about Candle Spells Incense Burners A statue that represents the Goddess that calls to you, whether that’s the Egyptian goddess Isis or the Greek goddess Hestia. This might be a figure of the Goddess herself, or her totem animal, such as a hare, cat, or owl. Alongside Witchfinder General, they are one of the few new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM) bands to play doom metal. [2] The band's concerts are characterised by moody, epic and heavy music, blended with stage effects which accentuate their interest in occult themes. Communing with nature can be a very healing and spiritual experience, and bringing an alta But what if you don’t want a permanent altar, are practicing in secret, or have nowhere to put it? A travel altar is easy to make and can easily fit inside of an empty breath-mint tin. Here’s how to make one, whether it is the only altar you have or a secondary one you use when you are away from home! You will need:

A kitchen or dining room altar could be an option, but only if you think the energy or vibe of the room connects well with your practice. Some altars are made from wood; others use a decorative tray as a base, the top of a coffee table, a shelf, a windowsill, or even a small shoebox. It can be as small or as grand as you like. Use your intuition to guide you as you choose the foundation for your witch altar and start to assemble it. What should I put on my altar? If you plan to work with Candle Magic – and you probably will after Lesson 7 – you’ll need at least one candle holder. Take your time when looking for one. Make sure that it’s sturdy enough to withstand the heat of the candle and that it won’t fall over if you accidentally bump into your altar.I encourage you to work with biodegradable, eco-friendly tools. Materials such as ceramics, glass and metal are ideal.Making some changes to your altar decor depending on what spell you’re performing is another opportunity to switch things up. That being said, a new spell doesn’t always require you to overhaul your altar completely. Many Wiccans will suggest creating your altar facing north, as this is traditionally associated with the element of earth. A northward-facing altar can help you feel grounded and secure in your practice. Chalice: you use this to hold a ceremonial drink or to offer libations. It is a feminine tool, so place it near the element of water. Wand: this helps you channel energy and cast spells. Set it on the God’s side, near the element of fire.

Is it a challenge to complete a spell or ritual because you feel like there are just too many individual parts to stay focused on? For example, if your altar is the nexus of your Wiccan practice and you’re using it daily for lots of different purposes, it would make sense to create a large, expansive altar. If your altar is witchcraft central station for you, it’s fine to make it look that way! If you’re still undecided about whether a Wiccan altar is right for you, take a look at the following scenarios and see how much they apply to you. Is the bathroom your happy place? Set up your witchy altar there if that’s where you feel like your best self. This is absolutely not something you have to follow, however, and feel free to choose whatever direction you want for your altar, even if this is no specified direction at all. Maybe one of the elements speaks to you more than the others, or maybe you appreciate them all and choose to rotate your altar every 3 months. Decide what’s important for you and go with that. Test out different orientations and see which works best for you. Witchy Altar Tip #4 Altar Decorations

How to use an altar in your daily spiritual practice

But in other cases, altars are more of a personal affair. These are areas in a person’s home where they can practice their religion in private. This kind of personal, spiritual altar is what we’ll be focusing on in this article, as most Wiccan altars are personal creations–although Wiccan covens frequently use altars in their services too! The Purpose of a Wiccan Altar When thinking about the objects to place on your witch altar, a good place to start is the energy and vibration you want to call into your life and what helps you connect to the spiritual part of yourself. Take your time to answer this question. There is no right or wrong. That being said, I would recommend keeping at least a few of your most commonly used tools on your altar. We’ve already talked about how altars can be both organizational tools and a reflection of your own unique spirituality, so I won’t rehash those again.

East is another option, as it is the direction of the rising sun. This is a practice that’s found not only in witchcraft, but other world religions as well. Facing the rising sun can bring an energy of newness and life into your practice. If your altar features candles, incense, or anything else lit be aware of how you place them and when they’re burning. As much as possible, keep them away from flammable objects on your altar, and always have a plan and tools ready in case an accidental fire does start.

Tailor your altars to your specific needs

Wiccan altars may be set up outside as well as indoors. Some Wiccans dedicate an entire room to their practice while others (especially those who share a living space) use a temporary altar. A temporary altar can be any flat surface that can be moved easily such as a coffee table. More permanent altars are left up for the Wiccan to return to for their rites and rituals. Here on Explore Wicca, we’ve got a great introductory article to the religion– How to Become a Wiccan. By the time you’re done reading it, you’ll be familiar with all the major beliefs and practices of Wicca, and you’ll even be able to perform a spell yourself! The Explore Wicca Mailing List