Taj is only 18 months old, but her story is extraordinary. While she was still in her mother’s womb, her mother suffered a severe head injury and a skull fracture during the war in Gaza. Doctors feared for the mother’s life and believed the pregnancy could not continue safely.

But Taj survived. She was born on September 28, 2024, against all odds — a true miracle.

Today, Taj lives with her injured mother, her father, and her two brothers in a worn-out tent after their home was destroyed. Instead of a safe nursery, she grows up surrounded by displacement, fear, and poverty.

Taj is suffering from malnutrition and urgently needs milk, diapers, nutritious food, clean water, and basic daily necessities. Her mother is still struggling with the effects of her head injury and needs ongoing medical care as well.

To keep Taj fed and cared for, the family needs at least $50 every day.

Please help this miracle child survive. Every donation, no matter how small, gives Taj a chance to grow, stay healthy, and have the childhood every child deserves. If you cannot donate, sharing her story could help save her life.

Taj is only 18 months old, but her story is extraordinary. While she was still in her mother’s womb, her mother suffered a severe head injury and a skull fracture during the war in Gaza. Doctors feared for the mother’s life and believed the pregnancy could not continue safely.

But Taj survived. She was born on September 28, 2024, against all odds — a true miracle.

Today, Taj lives with her injured mother, her father, and her two brothers in a worn-out tent after their home was destroyed. Instead of a safe nursery, she grows up surrounded by displacement, fear, and poverty.

Taj is suffering from malnutrition and urgently needs milk, diapers, nutritious food, clean water, and basic daily necessities. Her mother is still struggling with the effects of her head injury and needs ongoing medical care as well.

To keep Taj fed and cared for, the family needs at least $50 every day.

Please help this miracle child survive. Every donation, no matter how small, gives Taj a chance to grow, stay healthy, and have the childhood every child deserves. If you cannot donate, sharing her story could help save her life.

Taj is only 18 months old, but her story is extraordinary. While she was still in her mother’s womb, her mother suffered a severe head injury and a skull fracture during the war in Gaza. Doctors feared for the mother’s life and believed the pregnancy could not continue safely.

But Taj survived. She was born on September 28, 2024, against all odds — a true miracle.

Today, Taj lives with her injured mother, her father, and her two brothers in a worn-out tent after their home was destroyed. Instead of a safe nursery, she grows up surrounded by displacement, fear, and poverty.

Taj is suffering from malnutrition and urgently needs milk, diapers, nutritious food, clean water, and basic daily necessities. Her mother is still struggling with the effects of her head injury and needs ongoing medical care as well.

To keep Taj fed and cared for, the family needs at least $50 every day.

Please help this miracle child survive. Every donation, no matter how small, gives Taj a chance to grow, stay healthy, and have the childhood every child deserves. If you cannot donate, sharing her story could help save her life.

If you’ve been doing some reading on witchcraft and spellcraft, it is likely that you’ve seen the word ‘taglock‘ crop up a few times.

If you haven’t, worry not.

A taglock is something that has been used in witchcraft for a very (very), long time and all it is, is an object or substance that forges a strong link between your target and your magick.

Traditionally, taglocks are things such as blood, spit, hair or nail clippings, – direct DNA. The use of DNA creates a stronger magickal bond. Nowadays, however, snagging someone’s blood in their sleep is generally frowned upon and quite difficult, so suitable replacements include cigarette butts, used tissues, used plastic cutlery and easily obtained things of that ilk.

You will notice that taglocks are often used in curses and hexes as it binds the target to the spell and therefore amplifies the magick and ensures that it affects the intended person. They are used in binding spells for the same reason; to tie the person to the magick.

Freeze: A general ice binding

A basic binding spell my grandmother taught me. She called them hex jars, but Ive foind the effects to be better suited to a binding.

You will need:

A jar with lid

Water

A taglock, even if its just their name on a piece of paper

(OPTIONAL) vinegar, “for a taste of their own”

How to:

Place taglock in jar.

Add water and if desired vinegar. Remember to leave space for the ice to expand as it freezes. I generally only fill the jar ¾ full.

Focus on the aspects of your target you want to bind. Add your energy to the jar.

“Gather from the corners of your chambers every cobweb, and place them, all of a tangle, upon a black cloth. Procure then a fly, recently dead, and set it down upon the mass of webs. These words should then be written down on paper:

North south east west

Spider’s web shall bind him best

East west north south

Hold his limbs and stop his mouth

Seal his eyes and choke his breath

Wrap him round with ropes of death.

Fold the paper four times, and wrap it up, along with the fly and the webs, in the black cloth, forming a small bag. This should then be bound up with the end of a long cord, and suspended from a hook in some dark corner of the house. Do not disturb it, but let it hang until it is thickly covered with dust. Then it may be taken down and buried in the Earth, to work its influence in perpetual secrecy.”

This is inspired by today being election day in America. In certain areas, they’ve had concerns over armed militia groups trying to scare people out of voting. Although I wrote this spell specifically for this reason, it can be used anytime someone is trying to silence you.

You will need: •paper •a black pen •fire •black string

Posting this separately from my tutorial on knot magic for easier access <3

Purpose: The function of this spell is to take someone who is generally a shitty person and bind their negative energy and actions to themselves. It will encourage them to learn from their poor behavior by getting a little taste of their own medicine.

Materials: black twine

Process:

Step 1: Cleanse your space, cast a circle, whatever you normally do at the beginning of a spell to get all situated and protect yourself

Step 2: Take your twine and cut about a 6 inch length.

Step 3: Put knots of your choosing into the twine and repeat the following as you do (feel free to add more knots and rules or whatever as you see fit):

Knot One: “If X is as wicked as I have seen, then let this spell bind them to these rules three” 

Knot Two:“May your wicked words burn only your own tongue” 

Knot Three: “May your hateful works find no traction”

Knot Four: “May you feel the pain of your own misdeeds in proportion to the degree that you aimed to harm others”

Knot Five: “On the day, if such a day comes, that X finds themselves looking toward the light I release this spell and these rules three so that they may continue to learn to do right”

Step 4: Bury the twine far from your home and forget about it. The spell should take care of itself.

If this spell sounds kinda like it’s targeted at a bunch of high school bullshit that’s because it… well, it is.

Here’s the abridged version: A friend and I found out that several people on the forum we met on who we thought were cool were actually shitting on us behind our backs while being saccharine sweet to our faces. My friend is a lot more hurt than he’s trying to let on because he was friendly with a couple of these people. Me? I’m just bothered by how upset he is and want them to grow up. We’re talking grown-ass adults in their 30s working full time jobs. One of them works 70 hours a week. It’s absolutely ridiculous I have to resort to this, but here we are.

This is a combination binding spell and hex designed to compel the offenders to stop being passive aggressive jerks to my friend, bite their tongues, and give them a string of shit luck until they realize what assholes they’ve been and cut it out.

What you need:

Paper.

A black pen/pencil/marker (for binding, also for power. Can vary depending on personal color correspondences) and/or an orange pen/pencil/marker (for decay and bad luck. Again, can vary depending on personal color correspondences)

Three thorns or pieces of black thread. I’m using hawthorn thorns, partially for their magical potency and because I’m aiming to tank people’s luck here, but mostly because I have super easy access to a hawthorn tree. If you don’t have thorns or thread, you could use strips of paper colored black (or whatever color you associate with binding) notches cut into the end so they can be connected together.

A source of flame and a fire safe bowl (or just tear it to pieces if you can’t burn stuff). Also, tongs, tweezers, or smoking gloves. Something to hold it so you don’t stand there with it in your bare hands while you wait for it to catch fire. That leads to bad places, like the ER.

(Optional): sigils to match your intent.

(Optional): photo taglocks, if you have them and feel they’re necessary.

The procedure:

Draw a tongue. Color doesn’t matter, but I went with red because I’m a pedantic buttpipe and also had a red pen on hand.

On the front, write their name(s) in orange or black. I also included a sigil to really drive home the string of bad luck.

(Tip: If you don’t know their name, whatever you call them in your head should work. I’ve hexed someone to get a specific behavior to stop and I didn’t even know who it was, I’d just been calling them a handful of profanity for the previous six months so that’s what I called them when I cast the spell.)

(If you’re using other sigils, draw them on the back of the tongue in black.)

By this point I had this:

Except obviously not censored for privacy reasons haha.

Recite/think the following:

“You really need to stop this shit.

You are way too old for this.

But since you won’t stop, since you won’t quit,

I have to put an end to it.

With this spell I make your luck

go straight to hell- now it sucks.

Enjoy a string of shitty days

Until you learn to mend your ways.

With thorn and fire, your tongues I bind

Till you pull your heads from your behind.”

(Substitute “with this spell” for “with thorn and fire” if you’re not actually using thorns and fire.)

Roll the sucker up (and if you’re using photo taglocks roll them up with it).

Go for your thorns or ties. Here’s mine:

(tip: if you’re working with hawthorn thorns try and get younger thorns, like the one on the left. Middle one struggled to go through the paper and the one on the right just refused. Less grey they are, the sharper they are.)

Take the first one, and focus super hard on the string of bad luck that you want to happen. Visualize it, speak it aloud, whatever you usually do.

Stab that sucker.

Repeat the process twice more, then stick it (very very carefully, yes I’m going to nag you about fire safety again) in the flame. Burn baby burn.

(If you can’t torch it, tear it to shreds and break the thorns.)

Disposal:

Ideally flush the ashes down the toilet (you know, because these people are turds) but only do that if you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that your septic system/toilet can handle it.

If not (or if you tore it apart) toss them in the trash. If you have a communal dorm trash can or one in the garage or something, that’s the best place to stick it.

Procure a black cord and make nine knots, to bind he who would cause harm. As you make each knot, speak with a clear voice and say:

objective: to make it someone can’t talk about you, too you, or at all depending on what you want. This can be with a real physical poppet, but it can also be done as a quick visualization in your head. It has been effective for me done both ways.

Get a poppet to represent the person you are binding. It’s better to make it yourself and fill it with things that represent/symbolize that person to make it more personal to them.

Put red thread on a sewing needle and start sewing the mouth of a doll. Chant, “Open lips say too much. So i seal your mouth; I bind it shut.”

 Tie off the thread at the end of the mouth. Hide the poppet away somewhere it won’t be bothered or messed with.

This is the spread I used to interview my new deck. I based it off some other writings I’ve seen, so it isn’t the most original, but hopefully still useful. I hope you find it helpful when trying to understand more about a deck’s personality!

1. What’s your main characteristic? This is what is fundamental about your deck, what will always be true about it.

2. What element do you align with? Different decks align with different elements. It breaks down something like this: Major Arcana = spirit (good at spiritual matters and introspection) Wands = fire (potentially “sassy”, good at matters of passion) Swords = air (detached, intellectual, and introspective) Cups = water (good at matters of the heart and being kind) Pentacles/Coins = earth (grounded, contemplative, good at real life stuff) Furthermore, the card you draw might also hint at a characteristic. For ex., the eight of wands would show that your deck is good at future-telling, especially of what your dreams and passions will be

3. How do you see yourself? This is really a personality question. It is less “honest” than the first position, because it is more subjective.

4. How do you see me? This is how the deck currently views you. That is subject to change.

5. How do you view life? This way you can tell if your deck is optimistic, pessimistic, or realistic.

6. What can you teach me? The lessons your deck has to give.

7. What do you find easy? The sorts of questions your deck excels at.

8. What do you struggle with? The sorts of questions your deck finds more difficult to answer.

9. What do I need to know? This could be general, or it could be what you need to know about the deck.

10. What do you want from me? What the deck wants out of your relationship.

11. How can I improve our relationship? What you can do to bond more with your deck.

Need to fall back in love with your craft? If I’ve learned anything, it’s the little moments that count. Learning to make small, everyday things magical is an art all witches can benefit from. Not to mention, being on tumblr often surrounds users with elaborate, expensive altars which, while totally fine, aren’t always realistic.

 Making everyday activites a part of your craft is incredibly helpful for:

   - getting back into witchcraft after a long break or hiatus

   - beginners who don’t feel ready for a formal spell

   - witches with mental disabilities who don’t have the energy for a formal spell  but still want to continue their practive

    - anyone!!! literally anyone!! everyone !!!!!

Here’s some ideas I had! Feel free to add yours on too :)

  much love, @nature-is-punk

Casual Kitchen Spells

-Stir your coffee/tea to the right on days you want a boost of extrovertedness, bravery, and confidence.

-Stir your coffee/tea to the left on days you want to focus on yourself. I like to do this before I paint or take a test!

-Envision your goals and wants each day as you make breakfast. Even if it’s just you pouring cereal and picturing an A on that test, it’s a small bit of mindfullness that can make a big difference.

-Mumble or just think of a sentence or two to serve as a little spell, repeating it three times. Then take three bites/sips to cast it! Bonus points if the food you’re eating coordinates with the spell - i.e,  eggs for new growth

-Eating oatmeal? Draw sigils with your spoon!

-My mom always said it was good luck to kiss the tea bag before you brew it…Not sure about this one, but might as well!

Casual Bedroom + Bathroom Spells

-Coordinate the colors you wear with your want for the day! Personally, my favorite way to do this is with underwear and socks, since I don’t exactly fancy wearn head to toe orange on days I want to be a bit more positive.

-Leave a few second pause before your feet first touch the ground in the morning, let yourself just have a little moment to dedicate your renewed energy before taking your first steps.

Make sigils with your:

Moisturizer

Foundation

Lip Balm

Sunscreen

-Each time you run the brush through your hair, repeat a little spell for personal growth and health! Clean your brush frequently so there is no old hair and ‘old energy’ adulterating the spell.

-Envision anything negative or toxic in your life being scraped off your skin each time you wash your hands.

-Shower magic is the absolute BEST! Enchant all your soaps so each wash gives you a little boost!

Casual Workplace Spells

-Draw sigils with your eraser on your assignments, portfolio, resume, etc.,

-Consistently churning out sub-par work? Try washing your pens off in the bathroom sink, imagining the water cleansing any sluggish energy. If anyone asks, you were eating something sticky and it got on your pens.

-When going up or down stairs, stick to the right side to attract new friends and maintain confidence.

Stick to the left side to focus on your own path and self.

Casual Misc. Spells

-If walking down the street a distance, come up with a little spell chant. Each step, say a word or piece of the spell.

-Enchanting your shoes - basic, but a must have. I have each of my shoes echanted for the places I generally wear them to–my heels are specialized for beauty and confidence, while my everyday sneakers for resilience and positivity.

- Find a spider in the house? Get a cup, and as you take it outside, explain to it that you could have easily killed it because it was in your home, but you benevolently let him go! Ask a question–the spider will answer within 7 days! Be on the lookout for signs.

             - This only works with spiders you find in your house! Not outside.

I originally developed this spell as a binding for abusers in abusive relationships, but it is adaptable. You could use it to bind an abuser, someone who may harm your directly, or someone who may harm you indirectly. The world is a scary place these days and there’s no protest like a strong curse.

I have only used this spell a couple of times and always on physically and emotionally abusive men who went to jail within 48 hours of the spell being cast. Their partners did not contact the police, either. It happened by itself, like magic. This spell is fast-acting and powerful. Triflers need not apply. It is also a bit involved. I would like to note that the herbs I use in this spell and other spells depends greatly on what herbs I have available at the time. I love a good, high magic ritual, but am a humble practitioner of low magic at heart.

Ingredients:

A black candle

Colored thread and a needle

 A skin-colored piece of cloth

Several pieces of black string, thread, or hemp

Several cups of an herbal mixture consisting of:

Black pepper

Cayenne pepper

Cloves

Patchouli 

Salt (or black salt!)

You may also use asafetida, chili powder, cinquefoil, garlic, or any member of the nightshade family (though you should be careful handling nightshades, of course). Sulfur and cemetery dirt may also be appropriate, but be careful that the ingredients you use don’t veer too far into curse territory if you’re attempting a binding (though if you need to curse, this spell could be a convenient template).

A taglock, an item to attach the person to the spell, if at all possible. Items may include, but are not limited to: some of their hair, fingernail or toenail pairings, bodily fluids, a tooth, a piece of clothing worn against the skin, their signature, or their photograph. I have cast spells such as this without these items, but they would make the spell easier.

A magical oil consisting of:

1/8 c. grapeseed oil

Exactly nine drops of patchouli essential oil

A hammer

An iron nail

Directions:

Strap in, boys, girls, and gender nonconforming individuals. This spell is best cast on a Saturday or on the Dark-of-the-Moon. If those dates coincide, even better. This spell takes a while, so don’t start it and hope it will be done in an hour if the moon will go void of course in a little while. Give yourself plenty of time.

Begin by making the poppet. Cut the cloth into two identical human shapes. Think of a gingerbread man. This will form the basis of the poppet.

Embroider one of the pieces of cloth to resemble the person you wish to bind. This does not need to be artful, but the poppet should resemble the person when you are done. Be sure to include their hair, eye color, general facial shape, facial hair, glasses, or any other distinguishing features. You may include the genitalia if you wish.

On the poppet’s belly, stich three symbols. In descending order, stich the persons’ astrological Sun sign, Moon Sign, and Rising Sign.

Sew the two pieces of the poppet together, but do not completely sew the top up.

Prepare the candle. With a magical knife or a needle, carve the runes hagalaz and algiz (come through, Google Images!) into the candle.

Assemble the magical herb mixtures and the magical oil mixtures.

Cast a circle, if it is part of your magical practice. I call on Hecate and the Horned One to help empower such workings. If this is not your thing or you are secular, skip this bit.

Take the candle and dress it with the magical oil. Do this while visualizing the person being bound. Dress the candle from the center outward. Light the candle. If you are doing this in a circle, carry the candle three times around the circle widdershins (counterclockwise).

Fill the poppet with the herbal mixture and sew it shut. Dab some oil on your fingers and pound three times against the poppet’s chest. Say, “You are (name). I command you to come to life to be bound.” Breathe into the poppet’s mouth and bring it to life.

Now take the black string and bind the poppet’s eyes shut. After, bind the mouth. Bind the hands together behind the poppet’s back and bind the feet together. Bind the hands and feet to one another to hog-tie the poppet. This should create a circle. Visualize the person being bound while doing this.

Now take the lit candle and slide the poppet over it, singeing the poppet slightly as it goes down. Let the black wax melt over the poppet, further binding it. Chant “Bind him, bind him, bind him.”

Burn the candle every night until the spell has taken effect. The candle may need to be replaced multiple times. If so, do as described here. Carve the same runes into the candle and dress it.

As a baby witch, it can be difficult to find where to start with tools. Now a witch never needs anything specific for spell work but these are a few basics that you’ll probably find reference to in media.

Grimoire vs Book of shadows

Grimoire:

A collective book ( usually used by a whole coven or family) of general magic work with little personal detail and add on. It’s a little like a magic Encyclopaedia.

Book of shadows:

A personal grimoire is usually filled with personal spell work, deities, experiences and alphabets as well as many other aspects of the personal path.

Wands

Wands are pieces of woods, crystal or metal used as a channel for energy, allowing a direct stream.

Boline

A practical blade used for harvesting herbs. It has a strong association with the moon and its deities. The blade is usually single-edged, curved into the shape of the moon and traditionally has a base of moonstone, but in the modern-day, it can be of anything.

Athame

A ceremonial knife used for metaphorical cutting and for carving (eg: of sigls) 

The handle is traditionally made of wood (specifically of birch) but nowadays can be of anything. The knife is double-edged but blunt. 

A Chalice

A cup typically of any material but represents that of which is feminine divine and the water.

Herbs

Herbalism is the study of herbs and their uses. Within witchcraft they can be used any many different ways, especially amongst green and kitchen witches

Crystals 

Similar to herbs, Crystals come as diverse as witches themselves. Research into the types you're looking for, although a clear quartz is helpful as a general substitute 

Candles