What is a sigil? How is it used? Are there specific guidelines? How can I make one? Can I make one while I'm sick?
Okay, Iâm going to do this section by section.
A sigil is a magical symbol of intent. What does that mean exactly? It is a design made by a person with a specific goal or wish in mind; usually a sentence is written out, broken down, and then made into a symbol to bring about a certain event or affect.
There are more ways to use sigils than I could possibly count, or even list in one post. The possibilities are endless. You can write sigils on yourself to bring an instant, close contact effect. A sigil can be written on paper and kept on a person for the same outcome. You can use sigils in spellwork to boost their powers for almost anything - happiness, protection, sleep or dream magic, whatever you can imagine. Sigils can be put in or on objects to enchant them. You could use sigils in or on food (like condiments or spices) to bring magical affects to your food. Write on doors or mirrors to seal them. Draw people to you or keep them away. Glamour magic. Like, literally ANYTHING. Sigils are extremely diverse. Sigil magic encourages its users to experiment, so there are always people finding new ways to apply sigils into their every day lives.
Are there specific guidelines?
Yes and no.Yes, because people create or modify a method to make it work for them, and each method tends to have certain steps (like writing down your statement of intent and breaking it down, and making a symbol out of the remaining letters). No, because sigil magic is part of a branch called chaos magic, which literally has no rules. Itâs all about trying new things and figuring out what works for you. You can use any method to create sigils, or you donât have to use a method at all. I know, really contradictory, but totally true. I myself follow a loose method, which used to be much more rigid; it has pretty much slackened over time as I gained experience. It depends on what works for you and your preferences.Â
There are numerous methods here on Tumblr that talk about sigil crafting. Iâll throw you some links so you can see a general idea of how people go about making sigils. Then again, if none of these resonate with you, make your own! Another thing people do is just think of an intent and doodle, and a sigil comes out of it. Iâd say keep away from that unless you are sure you can keep the intent focused and clear in your mind. Anyway, methods:Â
[The Basics of Sigils] by thesigilwitchâ
[An Essay on Sigil Crafting] by graycloak
[How Do You Make Sigils] by thesigilwitch
[How Caito Makes Sigils] and [A Little More Description] by paintheismâ
[How Frieda Makes Sigils] by pebblegryphonâ
[How I Use the Keyboard on My Phone to Create Sigils] by lunacascabeleraâ
[How I Make Sigils] by sigilathenaeumâ
[How to Create a Sigil] by sstonessâ
[Magic/Sigil Circles] by gardenofthequeen
[A Peek at the Process] by sigildailyâ
[Personal Sigil Creation Method] by thesigilwitch
[Pokécraft: Unown Sigils] by thecoffeecoyote
[Sigil Crafting Method] by tinyrosemarysparrowsâ
[Sigil Making Process, by Richtor] by thesigilworkshop
[Sigil Making Process, by Rook] by thesigilworkshop
[Sigilmaking with Lee] by cannibalcoalition
[Sigil Masterpost] by carpeumbra (gif warning)
[Sigils] by hexenwildling
[Sigils and Seals 101] by dracaisfyr
[What Are Sigils] by herbs-and-journals
Here are some articles about sigils and crafting them from external sources:
[A Beginnerâs Guide to Sigil Craft]
[A Brief Overview of Sigil Magick]
[Chaos Magic: Basic Sigil Magic]
[On the Preparation and Usage of Sigils]
[Practical Sigil Magic- Frater U. D.]
[Sigil Daily: Creation & Activation]
[Sigil Magic: Making a Magical Sigil]
[Sigils][Sigils in Theory and Practice]
[Sigils Reboot: How To Get Big Magic From Little Squiggles]
Can I make one while Iâm sick?
You can, yes, but keep in mind whatever energies and feelings you are having at the time can possibly transfer into the sigil. Some people work best when fueled by certain emotions, but in my own personal experience, if I am feeling negative or down, some of that can find its way into my sigils. I personally prefer to not work with sigils when ill or upset, just because I donât have proper shields or 100% control over how I feel, but thatâs my personal preference.