As Above, So Below.

A WITCH'S ANTI-HEX CREAMY LEMONADE

Isn’t it funny how certain ingredients seem to find you? There's just something about blackberries and lavender that just draw me in. This potion—I mean, lemonade—is my go-to when I need a little unhexing, a little clarity, and a lot of comfort. Think of it as a drinkable charm: simple, sweet, and full of protective magic.

INGREDIENTS

1 lemon

clarity and purification

Blackberries (As much as you'd like)

for protection, and to soothe

A sage leaf or two

good luck and protection

2 tbsp condensed milk (optional if you don't want it to be creamy)

comfort and sweetness

1/4 cup sugar

to sweeten sour intentions

1 1/2 cup water

The tiniest pinch of sea salt

protection and warding

Crushed ice

chilling volatile emotions

TIP!: Repurpose a sauce, jam jar, or something with a lid! Use to shake up on the go! 🌒✨

DIRECTIONS

Draw a protection sigil on the bottom of your jar—or tuck one beneath it on a slip of paper. Choose or create a sigil that speaks to you.

In the bottom of a jar, muddle sliced lemon and blackberries, along with sugar. Add in condensed milk, sea salt, and water. Add a sage leaf, seal and shake vigorously until combined. Add in crushed ice and serve!

Blessed be, and may your lemonade always be hex-free~

a curse that falls upon those who attempt to hurt something under the Plutonic Protection Spell, and sets Cerberus on their ass until they back off

🐕 often called the “hound of Hades”, is a multi-headed dog, who guards the gates of the underworld

💀 gather: scale (sequins are a replacement) dog fur (preferably shed while petting one), thorns and the box.

🐕 perform the Plutonic Protection Spell

💀 invoke and inscribe the constellation Cerberus on the box

🐕 arrange the thorns like teeth along the opening of the box

💀  attach the fur to the box

🐕 attach the scale or sequins in a pattern like a tail.

💀   seal the box and keep in a safe place. 

While my grimoire is dedicated to research and documentation and I love that for it, I totally get how a load of writing isn't for every practitioner. I didn't want to leave you guys out so here are some grimoire ideas that aren't related to research.

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Pen test/paint test page

make a spell page or prayer page in the style of collage/black out poetry

make a zine of the holidays/your preferred tools/deities/spirits ect.

make collage of your deities/spirits or local wildlife

tape grid/dump

sticker dump

sigil dump

If you're handy with a needle and thread, turn those sigils into patches for your clothes

Tape in an envelope to store excess thread or make a page of thread colour correspondences

if you enjoy cooking, make a list of flavour combos and their magical properties including dish uses, colour schemes, aromas, general vibes ect.

Rip off the labels of your candles, herbs and spices and stick them in your grimoire for future reference

design your own insignia (you don't have to be in a coven)

stick in pictures of local haunted attractions/spiritual places and (optionally) write about them

make a collage of you ideal work space or meditation spot

Plan/design your ritual outfit

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~Like to charge, reblog to cast~

Put energy into this post to give yourself and others maximum benefits! Spells are all about intention~

Feminine positive affirmation manifestation

Gods of wealth, hear my plea

To be prosperous and financially free

May abundance find its way to me

For ask and I shall receive

With harm to none and good to all

This is my wish so mote it be!

Spell Bag for restful, quality sleep. Can be left under your pillow, next to or under your bed - you can even hold it as you fall asleep.

Chamomile (relaxation and balance)

Lavender (calm and sleep)

Rosemary (protection and sleep)

Grass (psychic powers/dreams)

Salt (cleanse)

Amethyst (peace and protection)

Smokey quartz (removes negative energy)

Intention

Substitute or exclude anything as you need.

Color Associations In Magick

Red - love, seduction, passion, strength, courage, charisma, assertiveness, survival, change, power

Blue - peace, communication, expression, forgiveness, traveling, protection, truth, sleep, patience, trust, pregnancy

Yellow - joy, abundance, intelligence, reason, learning, memory, inspiration, imagination, friendships

Green - growth, wealth, fertility, business, healing, nature, balance, luck, longevity

Orange - creativity, justice, ambition, opportunity, attraction, abundance, confidence, energy, celebration, goals, success

Purple - intuition, decadence, authority, wisdom, knowledge, influence, psychic abilities, devotion, enlightenment, overcoming fears, addiction, independence, spirituality

Pink - self-love, companionship, affection, spiritual healing, kindness, beauty, femininity, marriage, sensuality, children, healing abuse

Brown - home, animals, family, stability, endurance, grounding, solidarity, strength, hard work, earth

White - cleansing, purification, spirituality, higher-self, innocence, illumination, balancing, hope

Black - protection, binding, transmutation, banishing negativity, dignity, force, grief, secrets, endings, loss, security

Gray - stability, concentration, neutrality, reserve, balance, adaptability, flexibility

Gold - wealth, inner-strength, understanding, self-realization, sun, masculinity, abundance, happiness, overcoming addiction, luxury

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manifesting my desires. all my dreams are coming true.

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manifesting my desires. all my dreams are coming true.

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manifesting my desires. all my dreams are coming true.

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reblog for all your dreams to come true.

Just a quick compilation of the posts I've made about exercises to help improve your craft. These can be used as journaling prompts, inspiration for activities, or as methods for pulling yourself out of a slump and recharging your witchy inspiration.

Witchcraft Exercise - Quantifying Your Craft

Witchcraft Exercise - Dig Through The Ditches

Witchcraft Exercise - The Book of Lessons

Witchcraft Exercise - Home Brews

Witchcraft Exercise - Witchy Inspo Journal

Witchcraft Exercise - Spring Cleaning

Witchcraft Exercise - Creating Correspondences

Witchcraft Exercise - Creating Your Own Runes

Witchcraft Exercise - How to Write Your Own Spells

Witchcraft Exercise - Shakespearean Witchcraft

Witchcraft Exercise - Music To Witch By

Related Prompt - Music to Witch By

Witchcraft Exercise - Annual Review

Most of these are also available in the May 2021 bonus episode of Hex Positive (check your favorite podcatcher).

Happy Witching!

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Often associated with myths of rebirth and transformation, pomegranates hold an important place in witchcraft and magical practices. They are known for their rich symbolism and magical properties, which remain influential in modern spells and rituals. Pomegranates symbolize life, fertility, abundance, rebirth, and connection to the spiritual realm. Their seeds, often linked to cycles of death and renewal, make them powerful tools in rituals of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Pomegranates can be used as offerings, included in spells for prosperity or love, and also incorporated into kitchen magic.

The most famous myth about pomegranates comes from Greek mythology. Persephone, daughter of Demeter, was out picking flowers when she was kidnapped by Hades, the god of the Underworld. While in his realm, Persephone ate six pomegranate seeds, which tied her to the dark world forever. In her grief, Demeter caused the earth to wither, until the gods reached a compromise. Persephone would spend half the year with Hades, and the other half with Demeter. This myth explains the changing seasons: when Persephone is with her mother, the earth flourishes, but when she’s with Hades, the world falls into winter.

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Magic Correspondences

Zodiac: Scorpio

Planet: Mercury

Day: Wednesday

Element: Fire

Energy: Masculine

Tarot: The Death

Goddesses: Demeter, Persephone, Kore, Aphrodite, Hera, Ceres, Athena, Hekate

Gods: Hades, Dionysus, Zeus

Animals: Peacock, Snake

Celebrations: Samhain, Yule, Beltane

Magical Uses: abundance, death, fertility, love, attraction, sex, wealth, luck, rebirth, invoking both feminine and masculine energy, self-love, purification, spirit communication, wish magic, growth, new beginnings, releasing toxic habits, transformation

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ꨄ︎ Pomegranates are good for manifestation♡ Eat pomegranate seeds while visualizing your wishes coming true.

ꨄ︎ Aphrodite, who is said to have planted the first pomegranate tree, is deeply connected to their energy.

ꨄ︎ For fertility magick, pomegranates are very powerful. You can also add dried seeds to a prosperity talisman.

ꨄ︎ Drinking pomegranate juice enhances creativity and fertility magic.

ꨄ︎ Pomegranates make excellent offerings to the deities.

ꨄ︎ Carrying dried pomegranate seeds in your pockets or wallet can attract wealth and abundance.

ꨄ︎ Eating pomegranate can enhance psychic abilities and help correct past mistakes.

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What is Imbolc?

Imbolc is a festival that marks the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, occurring around February 1-2. Known as Brigid’s Day or Candlemas, it celebrates the first stirrings of spring and the return of light. The name Imbolc translates to “in the belly,” symbolizing new life, growth, and the creative potential that is awakening within the earth. It is a time of purification and renewal, where the energy of the earth begins to rise, bringing warmth and vitality to the whole world.

Imbolc is often dedicated to Brigid, the goddess of fire, healing, poetry, and craftsmanship. Brigid is associated with both the hearth and the forge, embodying the transformative powers of fire and light. As the days grow longer and the sun strengthens, we honor her influence in bringing fertility and growth to the land. The first signs of spring, such as the lactation of ewes and the appearance of snowdrops, are seen as blessings from Brigid, signaling that life is returning.

Imbolc is also a festival of light, a time to celebrate the increasing daylight through the lighting of candles, bonfires, and lanterns. As the earth begins to thaw and the seeds of spring stir beneath the soil, Imbolc offers a space for spiritual growth and creative awakening. It is a perfect time to clear away the stagnant energies of winter, refresh the soul, and prepare for the vibrant months to come. The act of lighting candles not only honors the growing light but also serves as a reminder of the inner light within us all, waiting to shine brightly in the coming seasons.

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Goddess Brigid

Brigid, one of the most revered deities in the Celtic pantheon, is also known as Lady of the Sacred Flame. She is the goddess of healing, fire, smithcraft, creativity, animals, hearth and poetry, Imbolc is her Sabbat, a time dedicated to honoring her influence on creativity and new beginnings. Her symbols are fire, poetry, lambs and fertility. Brigid is often depicted with a flame emerging from her head or a serpent coiled around her, representing the powerful energy she brings. She is also a goddess of protection, childbirth, women, blacksmithing and life.

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The Return of Light and the First Signs of Spring

Imbolc marks the shift from winter to the first signs of spring. Days start to get longer, and you can feel the earth beginning to wake up, even though winter isn’t completely gone. It’s the time when the sun starts to grow stronger, and we begin to see early signs of new life. During Imbolc, many light candles or bonfires in Brigid's honor, celebrating the return of light and the growing strength of the sun as the days grow longer.

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Brigid's Cross

A traditional symbol of Imbolc, Brigid’s Cross is woven from reeds or straw and represents both protection and blessings. It’s believed to offer protection from fire and lightning, making it an essential symbol of Brigid’s influence. In Ireland, it was common to hang Brigid’s Cross on the rafters of homes to invoke her protective energy.

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Brigid's Flame

According to legend, Brigid lit a flame on the hill of Kildare, pledging to keep it burning in her honor. This flame was said to burn continuously, symbolizing her eternal presence and influence over the cycles of life. The fire became a sacred symbol, tended by the Brigidine Sisters for centuries, representing not just physical warmth, but the power of creativity and healing.

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Magic Correspondences

Planets: Sun, Moon, Venus

Season: Midpoint between Winter and Spring

Element: Earth, Fire

Time of Day: Dawn

Tarot: The Star, The Empress, The Ace of Wands

Colors: White, Light Yellow, Green, Gold, Silver, Lilac, Pale Pink, Purple

Herbs: Chamomile, Clover, Angelica, Heather, Basil, Bay Laurel, Willow, Rosemary, Milk Thistle, Coltsfut, Lavender,

Fruits: Orange, Lemon, Pomegranate, Apple, Pear, Blackberry (Brigid's favorite fruit)

Vegetables: Leek, Potato, Carrot, Turnips, Garlic

Runes: Sowilo, Berkano, Algiz, Kenaz

Crystals: Carnelian, Amethyst, Garnet, Onyx, Ruby, Citrine, Clear Quartz, Milk Quartz

Trees: Rowan, Willow, Birch

Goddesses: Brigid, Demeter, Hestia, Vesta, Aphrodite, Ceres, Venus, Arianrhod, Cerridwen, Gaia, Aradia, Athena, Minerva

Gods: Faunus, Eros, Pan, Cupid, Aenghus Og

Dragon: Fafnir

Flowers: Snowdrops, Crocus, Daisy, Dandelion, Chicory

Animals: Lamb, Sheep, Cow, Deer, Groundhog, Hedgehog, Snake, Swan, Wolf, Bear, Boar

Magical Powers: Purification, Renewal, Creativity, Fertility, Awakening, New Beginnings, Hearth and Home, Healing, Hope, Inspiration, Cleansing, Protection

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Activities To Do:

🐑 Light candles or a bonfire to honor the return of the sun.

🐑 Make an Imbolc altar.

🐑 Rest and enjoy the midwinter season doing cozy activities.

🐑 Wear the colors of the season.

🐑 Cook or bake seasonal dishes, especially fresh bread, cheese, or other dairy products.

🐑 Make Brigid's cross.

🐑 Take a walk in nature and collect branches and stones to add to your altar.

🐑 Donate to animal shelters or send wishes for the animals born during this season, especially lambs.

🐑 Eat fresh bread or drink milk

🐑 Clean your house to invite new positive energy.

🐑 CREATE ANYTHING!! whether it’s art, crafts, edits or poetry.

🐑 Write the sigil of Imbolc somewhere visible to attract its energy( I usually do this on a piece of paper that I put on my altar or on my arm)

🐑 Take a bath with lavender or cinnamon essential oil

🐑 Read about the goddess Brigid

🐑 If it’s a sunny day, celebrate the festival of light by spending time outdoors and letting the sun purify you.

🐑 Do offerings for your deities

🐑 Dance to festive music, feel the joy of the season, and let your inner fire shine :D

🐑 Try spinning or crafting with wool to honor traditional Imbolc crafts.

🐑 Look for seasonal flowers like snowdrops or crocus and bring some into your home for decoration.

🐑 Plant seeds if the weather allows, symbolizing new beginnings and growth.

🐑 Do spells for fresh starts and set intentions

🐑 Worship Goddess Brigid or any deities you feel connected to during this time.

🐑 Read poetry to celebrate the creative energy of the season.

🐑 Make an Imbolc Magick Spell Jar

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Food and Drinks:

Dairy products (or vegetarian alternatives), like milk, cheese, and yogurt, freshly baked bread, muffins, waffles, blackberry jam, blackberry cakes (anything with blackberries), lemon cake, poppy seed cakes, biscuits coated in sesame seeds, dishes with bold spices, seeds such as sunflower, poppy, and sesame (for Imbolc seeds are very meaningdul), red cabbage, oats, butter, honey, garlic, scones, pancakes, crepes, pickles, cheese pie, oatcakes, bannock, mashed potatoes, colcannon, chili peppers, eggs, apple tarts, spiced nuts, roasted vegetables, hearty soups, grain-based salads, and citrus fruits, such as orange, lemon or pomelo). Don’t forget to make a wish while flipping your pancakes on Imbolc! <3

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useful sources: Wicca: A Modern Guide To Witchcraft & Magick; Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Complete A-Z for the Entire Magical World by Judika Illes

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Burn an incense of protection and pass the journal over its smoke to consecrate it whilst chanting:

For those who pry, I place this ward. From unwelcomed eyes, this book guard. From stealing hands, keep it hidden. Protect this tome and its secrets written

You may add the following couplet to the words of the incantation above to for a stronger binding and call upon the powers of the elements to seal the protection.

By Earth and Air, By Fire and Sea, As I will it, so mote it be.