Do you have access to fresh lavender? Try out this DIY Lavender star for a scented wreath or candle surround. Lavender Star Tutorial.

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Happy Imbolc Everyone! What is Imbolc? (January 31st, February 1st or February 2nd depending on the region and which version is celebrated) Well - essentially it is a pre-christian festival celebrating lactating sheep and the increasing power of the Sun as the Winter season begins to change to Spring. In ancient times Imbolc was especially important as it meant heard animals had just given birth their first offspring of the year or had just begun lactating providing milk to the people. From the earliest times, Imbolc has been associated with the goddess "Brigit" - a Celtic fire goddess. Imbolc celebrations often include large bonfires, or large quantities of candles light throughout the home. Meals served on this day are often heavy with cream. Later as Roman Catholic control took over England, Ireland and Scotland - the church created St. Brigid's Day - so that they could more easily fit the Christian faith into the daily lives and traditions of the Pagan people. Some Catholics today have carried the pagan traditions of lighting numerous candles into what is called "Candlemas". Celtic Pagans would create solar wheels out of rushes or straw by continually folding them around a single shaft in a counter clockwise fashion and then tieing the ends of the cross. It was done to honor the Goddess Brigit and the increasing power of the sun as Spring began. Later Christians associated the custom with S. Brigid of Kildare who is venerated as one of the patron saints of Ireland. It is said that she wove one of these crosses at the deathbed of her Pagan Lord and told him the story of Christ and the symbolism of the cross. Upon hearing of the meaning, he asked to be baptized and died shortly after. Pagans believe the solar wheel or "Brigit's Cross" will provide protection if hung in their home. Neo-Pagans also use the cross to invoke the goddess brigit when calling upon her for help or honoring her in ceremony. The modern day odd celebration of Groundhog's Day is also linked to Imbolc - as the groundhog supposedly determines the start of spring based on the appearance of his shadow or not.

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This Brigid's Cross tutorial shows you how to do an easy straw cross for St Brigid's feast day or Candlemas decorations.

A few new books I finally got around to photographing. They are in my Etsy shop right now. I have some special orders to finish so I probably won't have any new items to show for a few weeks. But I will be posting some photos of the special orders. I also have a Dollhouse Miniature article and an American Miniaturist article to show off in the next few days:-) erickav.com Group photo of all the open books A few of my "hidden potion" books above and below. ABOVE: This was a special order MSD Dolfie sized book that I made. I am proud of how it turned out. Above: Leonardo da Vinci open books. Two of these are special order with a "flying craft" theme. They will be going to a museum in Argentina. Hope to have some photos of that. Above and Below: some of my gold detailed or "Illuminated" medieval books.

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St. Brigid in her Spring Cloak. The greens represent the dark evergreen colors at the top, contrasted with the new bright growth of spring. Materials include: Willow branch, manzanita branches, pearly everlasting flowers, and dry chaparral grasses and flowers. Her head is stuffed with the lichen usnea. Techniques include: stuffing, tying, machine applique, and machine piecing. This is an interpretation of a traditional "corn dolly", using materials from the local chapparal ecosystem of the Central Coast of California. The willow branch is from a riverbed, part of the watershed of the Monterey Bay. St. Brigid's Day is celebrated on the first or second of February in Ireland, and coincides with Imbolc, one of the four seasonal celebrations of the Gaelic calendar.

I have wanted to try making a St. Brigid's cross for years, but never got around to it until now. It wasn't as hard as I thought it would be, and we had a lot

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[image source] Did you know that witches and trick or treating are part of Scandinavian Easter traditions, which are still celebrated in parts of Sweden and other Scandinavian countries? On the Saturday or Thursday before Easter, young children dress up as witches or påskkärringar (the kindly, apple-cheeked, headscarf wearing kind, similar to Italy's la befana, the Christmas witch!) and go door-to-door asking for candy or other treats. How neat is it to have Halloween-like traditions in springtime?! [image source] This tradition stems from the old belief that witches were a their most powerful during Easter week and that they would travel to Blåkulla (Blue Mountain) via broom (or even ride stolen livestock like cows, goats, sheep, or even cats - see image below) to cavort with the devil on Maundy Thursday through Saturday. [image source] To honor this old belief, Scandinavian children dress up as witches and go trick-or-treating, like Halloween! In some parts of Scandinavia children leave Easter cards or a small token of thanks to the houses they visit. Many of these cards feature images of påskkärringar, or Easter witches. [image source] I love how you can find traditions similar to Halloween throughout the year for many different holidays. I love the Scandinavian tradition of Easter witches and it is fun to learn about different holiday traditions from around the world that relate to Halloween. Glad påsk (Happy Easter)!

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Here are some of the incense recipes I have collected. Some are mine, some are from the net, and some are from books. To my knowledge, it is the largest collection on the Internet. Do have fun with them and try your own blends. ღA ღ Abramelin Incense 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Wood Aloe a few drops Cinnamon Oil Burn to contact spirits during rituals or as a simple consecration incense to sanctify the altar or majickal tools. Aine Of Knockanie Incense 1/2 oz (15 gm) meadowsweet flowers and leaf (gathered when the plant is in full bloom and dried) 1/2 oz (15 gm) finely chopped pine needles 1/2 fl.oz. (15cc) lemon verbena oil by the way, meadowsweet blossom also makes a delicious wine. Air Air is the other masculine element and it is usually associated with east. Areas governed by this element are education, communication, weather magic, general power raising, and music magic. The following combination makes a basic air incense: 4 parts rosemary 2 parts mugwort 1 part chicory 1/2 part coffee beans other air-related herbs and plants include benzoin, elm bark, lavender, parsley, sage, and spearmint Air Incense 2 4 Parts Benzoin 2 Parts Gum Mastic 1 Part lavender 1 Pinch Wormwood 1 Pinch Mistletoe Burn to invoke the powers of the element of Air, or to increase intellectual powers; to obtain travel; for communication, study & concentration, or to end drug addiction. Smolder during divinatory rituals. Altar Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Cinnamon Burn as a general incense on the altar to purify the area. Alter Incense 2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Juniper 3 Drops Cedarwood oil Burn as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Altar Incense 3 For general Majick working. 5 parts Frankincense 5 parts Myrrh 3 parts Vervain 1 part Lavender Blossoms For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Alter Incense 4 32 parts wood base 16 parts Frankincense 8 parts Sandalwood 4 parts Myrrh 8 parts Cinnamon 4 parts Orris Root 2 parts Charcoal This can be burned as an offering to the spirits or as a thank you for blessings received or requests granted. Amon-Ra (from Susanne Fischer-Rizzi) · Frankincense only. This works well for most solar deities. It is light and cleansing, but be sure to burn in small quantities for it quickly becomes overwhelming and smoky. Anointing 5 parts Frankincense 3 parts Myrrh 1 part Benzoin Aphrodisiac Incense This is great to burn in the bedroom if you're looking for passion and wild sex. Patchouli, Pine Needles, Sandalwood. Aphrodite Incense 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Cedar a few drops Cypress Oil Burn during rituals designed to attract love. Apollo Incense 4 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh 2 Parts Cinnamon 1 Part Bay Burn during divination & healing rituals. Apparition Incense (caution) 3 Parts Wood Aloe 2 Parts Coriander 1 Part Camphor 1 Part Mugwort 1 Part Flax 1 Part Anise 1 Part Cardamom 1 Part Chicory 1 Part Hemp Burn to cause apparitions to appear, if you REALLY want this to happen. Aquarius Incense 1 Part Sandalwood 1 Part Cypress 1 Part Pine Resin Burn as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Arabian Incense Powder To five ounces of coarsely ground frankincense, add 1/2 oz each of ground cascarilla benzoin, 1/4oz each of ground clove cassia bark 1/8 oz tincture of musk. 1/4oz saltpeter 1oz alcohol mix them well. After you get your powder situated you add the oil/s of choice depending on what type of aroma you are after or just use it as is. Arianrhod Incense ½ part Ivy leaves and stems 2 parts Willow Bark ½ part Jasmine Flower 1 part Rose Petals Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Aries Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Juniper 3 Drops Cedarwood oil Burn as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Astarte Incense Sandalwood Rose Orange oil Jasmine Blue coloring Burn this in a room where lovers are to meet to please the good spirits and to increase sexual awareness. Astral Travel Incense 3 Parts Sandalwood 3 Parts Benzoin 1 part Mugwort 1 Part Dittany of Crete Burn a small amount in the room to aid projecting the astral body. Attar Of Roses rose petals, especially from damask roses coarse salt earthenware crock Pack the petals tightly into the crock, layering them with the coarse salt. Cover tightly and leave in a cool, dry place for 6 weeks. Filter the liquid into clean glass jars, and leave these in the hot sun for 6 more weeks. Use in love spells and sex Majick, or distill essential oil of roses from the attar. Attract Loving Vibrations Into Your Home 1 oz. Dried rose petals ½ oz. Cinnamon ½ oz. Anise ½ oz. Frankincense a few drops of jasmine oil a few drops of lavender oil Mix together with mortar and pestle while thinking loving thoughts. Burn on lit charcoal. Attraction Incense 32 parts wood base 16 parts Frankincense 8 parts Sandalwood 4 parts Myrrh 8 parts Cinnamon 4 parts Orris Root Blue coloring A highly magnetic blend which is always used to draw only good spirits. It attracts love and draws power, luck and money. Attunement to Spirit World 1/4 tsp ground Sandalwood, or 1/2 tsp Sandalwood chips 1/4 tsp Balm of Gilead 1/8 tsp Sage Aura Of Enchantment from the Web 1/4 oz bayberry 1/2 oz powdered sandalwood 1 oz frankincense 1/4 oz anise seed 1/4 oz powdered myrrh 1/4 tsp. saltpeter 1 dram Gardenia Oil (or Jasmine Oil) 2 drams Tincture of Benzoin This is an incense that can be burned during any type of meditation or prayer. Autumn Equinox Incense 3 parts frankincense 2 parts sandalwood 1 part Benzoin 1 part cinnamon few drops patchouli Mix and use at Mabon. Autumn Equinox Incense 2 For use on the Autumnal Equinox, or Mabon, September 21 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Frankincense 3 parts Patchouli Oil 3 parts Cypress Oil 1 part Pine (needles or Oil) 1 part dried Oak Leaves Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. ღB ღ Babylonian Ritual Incense 3 Parts Cedar 2 Parts Juniper 1 Part Cypress 1 Part Tamarisk Burn during Babylonian & Sumerian majickal rituals, or when attuning with such deities as Inanna, Marduk, Enlil, Tiamat & others. Balance To restore and maintain balance of energy in your home. A multi purpose balancing incense, use frequently in each room of your home. Especially good for the bedroom. ½ oz rosemary ½ oz sage ½ oz parsley ½ oz thyme a few drops of rosemary oil. Mix well in mortar and pestle. Burn on a piece of lit charcoal. Banishing Bay leaves Cinnamon Red wine Rose petals Myrrh Salt Blue coloring Eliminates all bad spirit forces, used in uncrossing as it removes all evil forces and hexes. Should be burned in a ceremonial room during services/rituals. Bast 6 parts of either marijuana buds, marijuana leaves, skunk or hashish - use legal hemp for rope making. 4 parts frankincense 3 parts acacai gum 2 parts myrrh 1 part catnip 1 part cedar wood shavings 1 part cinnamon 1/2 part juniper berries 2 drops civet oil - use musk if you cannot get it. Grind up with mortar and pestle or coffee grinder and store in airtight container. Beltane Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Woodruff 1 Part Rose petals a few drops Jasmine oil a few drops neroli Oil Burn during Wiccan rituals on Beltane or May Day for fortune & favors & to attune with the changing of the seasons. Beltane Incense 2 For use on Beltane, April 30/May 1 5 parts Musk Oil 5 parts Rose Oil (or 3 parts petals and 3 parts Oil) 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Frankincense 1 part Cinnamon Oil 1 part Jasmine absolute For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Beneficial Dream Bergamot Lemon Frankincense Orris Blue coloring Burn to make all dreams come true, especially those helpful to the dreamer. It also helps to develop clairvoyance. Binding Incense 4 Parts Nettle 4 Parts Thistle 4 Parts Knotgrass 1/4 Part Nightshade 1/4 Part Aconite (wolfsbane) Burn with CAUTION during outdoor rituals to destroy baneful habits or thoughts. Small amounts only! DO NOT INHALE FUMES!! Blessed Bingo Incense This traditional formula is rumored to bring luck to all types of games of chance. Anoint your bingo chips and cards to bring you luck. 5 parts Pine Oil 3 parts Cedarwood Oil 1 part Juniper Berries 1 part Cinnamon For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Blue Angel (also called: Angel and Archangel) Lavender Sandalwood Holy Water Spring Water Blue coloring this formula is said to be very potent. It protects from evil spirits and overcomes hexes. Incense: Burn for protection and general good luck. Born Again Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 1 part Mullein 1 Part Mums Burn when distraught over the passing of a friend or loved one. Business Incense (To attract customers) 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Basil Burn to attract customers ღC ღ Cancer Incense 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part sandalwood 1 Part Eucalyptus 1 part Lemon peel or a few drops of lemon oil) Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Capricorn Incense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Benzoin a few drops Patchouli Oil Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Cause Love 1 part galangal, 1 part parsley, 1 part allspice, makes a great addition when casting a love spell or taking a love bath! Ceremonial Majick Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Gum Mastic 1 Part Wood Aloe This formula is from the Key Of Solomon is typical of grimoire type recipes. It can be used in general majickal workings to raise power & to purify the area. Other recipes include such ingredients as mace, Brandy & Vervain. Ceremonial Majick Incense #2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Wood Aloe a few drops Musk Oil a few drops Ambergris Oil Cernunnous Incense for working with masculine power, the Horned God, male erotic energy, strength. 5 parts Sandalwood 5 parts Patchouli Oil 3 parts Fir Needle/Pine For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. . Source: This formula is a traditional one Cinnamon Rose Incense Ingredients: 1 tsp. rose petals 1/2 tsp. cedar 1/4 tsp. rosemary 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. sandalwood rose oil Burn during the autumn. (From Scott Cunningham's The Complete Book of Incense, Oils and Brews) Circle Incense used for full moons and other general rituals. keep in a glass jar with a tight lid (out of the sun). 1/2 T each of mint, tarragon 1 T each of sandlewood, cedar, wolfsbane, henbane, belladonna 2 T of vervain 1 c each allspice and lobelia 1/2 c myrrh Handful of rose petals 1/2 T from a magic circle (make a circle in the woods or near your home, gather dirt) 4 oz heliotrope (valerian) oil Circle Incense 2 4 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Sandalwood 1/2 Part Cinnamon 1/2 Part Rose Petals 1/4 Part Vervain 1/4 part Rosemary 1/4 Part Bay Use for general working in the Circle, the ritual working space and as general ritual incense Clearing Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh 3 parts Copal 1 Part Sandalwood Burn this incense to clear your home of negative vibrations, especially when household members are arguing or when the house seems heavy & thick with anger, jealousy, depression, fear & other negative emotions. Leave the windows open while burning this mixture. Cleopatra 16 parts pine bark 24 parts sandalwood 8 parts Orris 8 parts patchouli 8 parts myrrh 8 parts frankincense 8 parts wood base Blue coloring The best for love problems Come To Me By Tarostar, from The Witch’s Formulary Mix: 2 oz. pink powder incense 1oz. red rose petals 1oz. pink rose petals 1/4 oz. dried jasmine flowers 1/4 oz. Orris root powder For attracting love and interest; for any working of Venus. Consecration Incense 2 Parts Wood Aloe 1 Part Mace 1 Part Storax (or Gum Arabic) 1 Part Benzoin When purifying or consecrating majickal tools, jewelry, quartz crystals & other stones, smolder this incense & pass the tool through its smoke several times, so that while visualizing the fumes purifying the tool. Concentration Mastic (or Gum Arabic) Cinnamon Myrrh Black coloring Anoint forehead with a small amount to aid in solving a problem. Clears the mind and inspires sudden insights into problems. Courage Incense 2 Parts Dragon's Blood 1 Part Frankincense 1 Part Rose Geranium Leaves (or few drops Rose Geranium oil) a few drops Tonka Bouquet a few drops Musk Oil Smolder this incense when you lack courage. If you are in a situation where you cannot burn it, recall its scent & be strong. If Tonka Bouquet is unavailable - use Tonka tincture or vanilla extract. Crucible Of Courage Incense Vanilla Rose Lilac Lavender Blue coloring or put oil in a blue bottle Gives great amounts of courage to those who are fearful or timid. Used to anoint purple candles and wear the oil when confronting frightening or dangerous situations. Crystal Purification Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Coral 1 Part Sandalwood 1 Part Rosemary 1 Pinch finely powdered salt a small purified Quartz crystal point Pour a bit of incense leaving the crystal in the jar) onto charcoal. Smolder & pass the crystal to be purified through the smoke wafting away the stones impurities. Naturally, this incense can be used in connection with the others recommended purifying rituals, or in place of them. Curse-Breaker Incense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Bay Burn at night near an open window if you feel "cursed". Though curses are rare, if we believe we are cursed, we are! Therefore smolder this incense & visualize it banishing all negativity from you. Repeat this ritual for 7 nights during the Waning Moon, if possible or desirable. Curse-Breaking Incense 2 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Bay 1 Part Rosemary Curse-Breaking Incense 3 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Rosemary 1 Part Dragon's Blood Smolder to remove negativity in general. ღD ღ Dark Moon 1/4 part Sandalwood powder 1/8 part Patchouli 1/2 part Myrrh 10 drops Jasmine oil 4 drops Chamomile or Lemon oil Use for general workings in the circle, the ritual working space of Wiccans & Magicians & as a general ritual incense. Dark Moon Incense 2 Mix in equal parts: myrrh, cinnamon, cassia, hemlock 12 drops cedar oil 8 drops myrtle oil 4 drops musk oil Olive oil to bind Dark Moon Incense #3 3 tsp. ground cascarilla 2 tsp. ground sandalwood 21 drops wisteria oil Diana Of The Moon It is recommended that it be made in the hour and the day of the Moon - i.e. the first or eight hour after sunrise, or the third or tenth hour after sunset on a Monday. Thoroughly mix equal amounts of the following: Gum mastic Jasmine Mandrake Orris root Add a few drops of wintergreen oil and moisten with a little clear mineral oil. Divination 1 part patchouli 1 part cinnamon 1 part juniper 1 part sandalwood A few drops of clove oil Divination Incense 2 1 Part Clove 1 Part Chicory 1 Part Cinquefoil Smolder during or directly before using Tarot cards, Runes, etc. But be aware: Doesn't smell good! Divination Incense 3 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Orange Peel 1 Part Mace 1 Part Cinnamon Divine Delight To honor your Personal Deity Dry peel of one Orange 1 t. Nutmeg 1 t. vanilla extract 1 t. almond extract Petals of one carnation Petals of one rose Dragon Breath 1/3 cup sassafras 1 tbs cedar wood powdered (or small chips) 1 tbs dragon's blood (substitute myrrh or cedar resin) 1/2 tbs rosemary leaves, dry and crushed 2 tbs cinnamon 1/2 tbs nutmeg 1/2 tbs chili powder Burn on charcoal disks Dragon Love Mix 1/3-cup cinnamon with vanilla extract until you make a muddy paste. Roll into a ball, place on wax paper and let dry one week. After week is up, fold the wax paper over the cinnamon/vanilla and crush with hammer. Grind in mortar and pestle until fine powder. Mix with dragon's blood resin (substitute another resin, if you don't have dragon's blood), add more vanilla extract and mix into muddy paste again. Roll into ball, place on wax paper, dry for one week. Crush again, and grind. Burn on charcoal disks. Draw Love Incense (To attract love, strengthen love you have, to expand your ability to give and receive love) 2 parts sandalwood 1/2 part basil 1/2 part bergamot a few drops rose oil a few drops lavender oil Draw Love To You 3 parts rosemary, 2 parts yarrow, 1 part orrisroot, makes a great addition when casting a love spell or taking a love bath! Dream Incense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Rose petals 1 Part Camphor few drops Tuberose bouquet few drops Jasmine oil Burn a bit in the bedroom prior to sleep to produce psychic dreams. Remove the censer from the room before retiring. Use only genuine camphor. Dreaming True 1 part camphor 1 part powdered Aloes wood 1 part jasmine 1 part pulverized cucumber seeds 1 part Sandalwood ღE ღ Earth Incense Earth is usually associated with the direction of north. This element is feminine in nature, and its attributes include stability, fertility, prosperity, grounding, money, planting, home life, the Mother Earth herself, and many types of healing. For the basic earth incense combine the following: 3 parts patchouli 2 parts pine 1 part bistort 1 part Vervain Other earth-related herbs and plants include barley, cedar, corn silk, juniper, magnolia, oak bark, soybeans and wheat Earth Incense (Elemental) 2 Parts Pine resin or needles 1 Part Patchouli 1 pinch finely powdered salt few drops Cypress Oil Burn for invoking the powers of the element of earth for money, stability & so on. Earth Incense (Planetary) 1 part Pine needles 1 Part Thyme few drops Patchouli oil Burn to honor the Earth, & for all earth-reverencing rituals. Egyptian Incense (from Scott Cunningham) 4 parts Frankincense 3 Parts Gum Arabic 2 parts Myrrh 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Juniper 1 part Calamus 1 part Cinnamon Burn during Egyptian rituals, or to honor any ancient Egyptian deity, such as Isis, Thoth, etc. Egyptian Incense 2 camphor Acacia pine resin calamus myrrh sweet rush Egyptian Love Incense 1/2 oz Benzoin 1/2 oz Cinnamon 1/2 oz Galangal 1/2 oz Frankincense 1 oz Myrrh 3 drops honey 3 drops lotus oil 1 drop rose oil Pinch of dried & pilv. Orrisroot Egyptium (from Susanne Fischer-Rizzi) 1 part Mastic 1 part Frankincense 1/2 part Opoponax 1/2 part Myrrh 1 part Cinnamon bark 1/2 part Calamus 1/2 part Storax Use in small amounts - a pinch at a time. Eightfold Hearth Incense 2 parts Dragon's Blood 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Juniper 1/2 part Sassafras 1 part Orange flowers 1/2 Part rose petals Burn for a safe, warm, loving home. Also give as a gift to others. Esbat Incense Used for Witches' meetings & sacred days which are not one of the 8 Sabbats. 5 parts Sandalwood 5 parts Thyme 3 parts Rose Petals 1 part Gardenia Oil (or Honeysuckle) Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Esbat Incense 2 4 Parts Frankincense 3 Parts Myrrh 2 Parts benzoin 1 Part sandalwood 1 Part Gardenia petals 1/2 Part Orris 1/2 Part thyme 1/2 part Poppy Seed 1/2 part Rose petals Burn during rituals & spells on the Full Moon, or at any Wiccan gathering other than the Sabbats. Exorcism Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 1 part Rosemary 1 part Bay 1 Part Avens 1 Part Mugwort 1 part St John's Wort 1 part Bail 1 Part Angelica Burn with open windows in disturbed places as a heavy purification incense, & breathe through your mouth while smoldering this. Exorcism Incense 2 2 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Copal 2 Parts Dragon's Blood 1/2 Part Angelica 1/2 Part Clove 1/2 Part Rosemary 1/2 Part Peppermint 1/2 Part Basil ღF ღ Fall Sabbat Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 parts Myrrh 1 Part Rosemary 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Juniper Burn during fall & winter Sabbat rituals. Fall Incense Ingredients: 1/2 part pine needles 1/2 part rosemary 1/2 part pomegranate 1/4 part oak 1/4 part frankincense 1/4 part cinnamon 1/4 part clove 1/4 part sage For use in all autumn rituals. Fall Equinox Grail Incense In an enamel or glass bowl mix equal parts of: Benzoin Myrrh Honeysuckle Cinnamon Vanilla Once the mix is well mixed together, it can be charged for use as ritual incense for cleansing, balancing and prosperity. (author unknown) Fire Fire is a masculine element, one usually associated with the south in the Northern Hemisphere. Its energies govern the areas of protection, employment, sex magic, the law, exorcism, strength and courage, and profound transformations or change. A basic fire incense recipe contains: 4 parts frankincense 3 parts cinnamon 1 part dried orange peels 1/4 part thyme Other fire-related herbs and plants include allspice, basil, bay, black pepper, clove, cumin, dill, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, onions, and thistle. Fire Incense 2 2 parts Frankincense 2 parts Dragon's Blood 1 Part Red Sandalwood 1 Pinch Saffron few drops musk oil Smolder for summoning the powers & beings of Fire, & also for success, strength, protection, health, passion & other similar goals. Genuine Saffron is expensive, so only a pinch. You can use Orange peel instead. Fire of Azrael Incense 1 Part sandalwood 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Juniper Burn while scrying, or throw into coals of a fire once the flames have been quenched & gaze into them to see images form within them. the latter rite is best performed on beach at night. Also general Psychism Fire Of Azrael 2 By Dion Fortune, in The Sea Priestess Kindle a fire of: juniper wood sandalwood cedar wood for fire gazing and past life work: gaze into the flames to see your past lives. Flame Of Lust 2 1/2 tb. Cardamom 1 tb. Cinnamon 1 tb. grains of paradise 1/4 oz. orange flowers 1/4 oz. jasmine flowers 1/4 oz. patchouli leaves 1/4 oz. peppermint leaves 1/4 oz. rose petals 12 drops Lust oil For Emergencies Only 3 Parts Frankincense 2 parts Dragon's Blood 2 parts Myrrh 1 Part Rosemary 1 Part Asafetida 1 Part Cayenne 1 part Grains of paradise 1 Part Rue 1 Part Garlic Burn to be rid of foul demons, wrathful spirits, tax collectors, drunks and other noisome creatures. Stand back and hold your nose or better still, leave the room while this incense is smoldering. Those herbs marked * aren't necessarily dangerous or baneful, but they emit a powerful smoke that is irritating to the eyes, nose and lungs. For Feeding the Hungry 2 Sandalwood, for protection and oneness 1 Sage, for wisdom and clarity 1 Dandelion, for wild determination 2 Lavender, for joy and friendship 1 Violet, for love and brotherhood (sisterhood) 1 Passion Flower, for peace and connection a few drops Almond Oil Charge and mix the first group of three. These herbs are about the spiritual energy that brings you to this work. Oneness, wisdom and determination give you the strength to face the true state of the people around you. Charge and mix the second group of three. These herbs are all about the emotional work. Love, brotherhood (sisterhood), and peace are the reasons for our efforts. The true connection between all people brings them together, one to help another. Mix these two together and join them with a the almond oil. This oil brings the understanding of prosperity and support to the incense, for you and the people you serve. Knowing that the universe is ready to meet our needs, learning to see with eyes that honor abundance instead of scarcity - these are the lessons learned through this work. Mix this incense completely and burn on charcoal. This incense is for feeding people. This can be used during planning meetings and rituals that focus on food issues in your local area or any work you do regarding social actions or charity related to the less fortunate. Frankincense Incense 2 tbsp pul. Frankincense 1 tbsp pwd Orrisroot 1 tsp pwd Clove 1 tbsp Lemon oil Combine & mix all but lemon oil. Put in a jar, seal & keep in a dark place for 2-3 months. For healing majick, Honor the Mother Goddess & Horned God. Frankincense and Lavender From Sandy Maine's "Herbal Incense" article in "The Herb Companion." 1/4 oz Frankincense 1/4 oz Ground cinnamon 1 oz Lavender 1 oz Rosemary 1/2 oz Sandalwood Use with charcoal briquettes. Full Moon Incense For use in Moon Majick, Fertility Rituals, and Scrying/Divination. 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Rose (Petals or Oil) 1 part Jasmine (Blossoms or Oil) Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Full Moon 2 2 parts frankincense 2 parts myrrh 2 parts sandalwood 1/ 2 part rose petals Jasmine oil The smell is powdery and sweet, very moony and watery. Full Moon Incense 3 2 parts orris root 2 parts lavender 2 parts myrrh 2 parts calamus 3 drops jasmine oil 3 drops rose oil 3 drops gardenia oil Full Moon Ritual Incense 3 parts Frankincense 1 part sandalwood Burn during Full Moon rituals, or simply to attune with the Moon. Full Moon Ritual Incense 3 parts frankincense 1 part sandalwood 1 part rose petals Full Moon Ritual Incense 2 Parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Frankincense 1/2 Part Gardenia petals 1/4 Part Rose petals few drops Ambergris Oil Burn during Esbats or simply at the time of the Full Moon to attune with the Goddess Full Moon Ritual Incense 2 3 parts Gardenia petals 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Rose petals 1/2 part Orris few drops Sandalwood oil ღG ღ Games of Chance Incense 2 parts Gum Mastic 2 parts Frankincense Burn before gambling. Gemini Incense 2 Parts Gum Mastic 1 Part Citron-or- 1 Part mixed Orange & Lemon peel 1/2 Part Mace Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. General Planetary Incense (caution!) 1 part Myrrh 1 part Gum Mastic 1 part Costus 1 part Opoponax 1 part Storax 1 part Thyme 1 part Frankincense 1 part Camphor 1 part Red Sandalwood 1 part Wood Aloe 1 part Euphorbium Use for general majickal workings. The baneful substance in the recipe, euphorbium, can be replaced with tobacco. Gum arabic can be used in place of the storax. Gum opoponax is virtually unobtainable; use an opoponax oil or substitute with gum arabic. Glow Of Health from the Web 1/2 oz bayberry 1 oz powdered sandalwood 1 oz carnation petals 1/2 oz rose petals 1/4 tsp. saltpeter 2 drams Tincture of Benzoin This is an incense for rituals designed towards good health. Goddess Incense For use in connecting with the Inner Goddess. 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Narcissus Oil 2 parts Cypress Oil 1 part Lavender Blossoms Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Source: This formula is a traditional one Goddess Incense 2 from the Witch’s Brew website 1/2 dram Cypress oil 1/2 dram Olive oil 1/2 oz dried rose petals 1/2 oz White willow bark 3 dried Rowan berries 1 tsp anise seeds Good Omen Incense from the Witch’s Brew website 5 rose petals 11/2 oz myrrh 1 oz Dragon's Blood 1/2 oz Sassafras 1/2 oz Orange blossoms 1/2 oz Juniper 1/2 oz Sage 1 dram Frankincense Good Luck and Success Incense 1/4 tsp Frankincense 1/2 tsp Cinnamon 1/4 tsp Basil 1/4 tsp Sage 1t Sandalwood Substitute 1/4 tsp Bay 1/4 tsp Rosemary Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Greek God/Goddess Incense 4 parts Frankincense sacred/Apollo) 2 Parts Myrrh Demeter) 1 part Pine Poseidon) 1 Part Rose Petals Aphrodite) 1 part sage Zeus) 1 Part White Willow bark Persephone) few drops Olive oil Athena) few drops Cypress oil Artemis/Hecate) Burn to honor them. ღH ღ Happy Home Incense For use in bringing health, happiness, and good energy into a home. Wonderful blend for a house blessing or when moving into a new residence. 5 parts Dragon's Blood Resin 3 parts Red Rose Petals 3 parts Orange Blossom Oil (Neroli) 1 part Juniper Berries For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Hathor (from Susanne Fischer-Rizzi) · Myrrh only. It is a long held belief that Myrrh is beloved of Hathor. Hatshepsut had Myrrh trees brought back from Punt to plant in honor of the goddess. Healing Incense 1 part Rosemary 1 Part Juniper berries burn to speed healing while visualizing. Healing 2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Benzoin 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Violet Flowers Healing Incense 3 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Cinnamon 1 pinch Saffron Healing Incense 4 3 parts Myrrh 2 Parts Nutmeg 1 part Cedar 1 part Clove 1/2 part Lemon Balm 1/2 part poppy seeds few drops Pine oil few drops Almond oil Healing Incense 5 2 Parts Juniper berries 1 part Rosemary Health To maintain and keep good health. ½ oz. eucalyptus leaves broken into small pieces ½ oz. bayberry herb ½ oz. carnation petals ½ oz. powdered sandalwood a few drops of peppermint oil a few drops of vanilla oil mix together in a mortar and pastille while thinking yourself in excellent health. Burn on a piece of lit charcoal. Hecate Incense Dark goddess energy, the Crone, Wisdom. 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Cypress 3 parts Lotus Oil 1 piece Black Obsidian Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Source: This formula is a traditional one. Hecate Incense 2 3 parts Sandalwood 2 parts Frankincense 1/2 part Mint Cypress oil Hecate incense 3 4 parts sandalwood 2 parts peppermint 2 parts myrrh Cypress oil As you might guess, the sandalwood is very forward in this recipe. Wortcunning also makes a stellar Hecate incense based on information in ancient majickal texts. Hecate Incense 4 3 Parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Cypress 1 Part Spearmint peppermint) To honor Her, burn at crossroads or during ritual at the waning of the Moon. Hecate Incense 5 1/2 teaspoon Dried Bay Leaves 1/2 teaspoon Dried Mint Leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried Thyme pinch of Myrrh Resin pinch of Frankincense Resin 13 drops Cypress Oil 3 drops Camphor Oil Using a mortar and pestle, crush the Bay, Mint, and Thyme until almost powdered. Stir in the Frankincense and Myrrh resins. Add the Cypress and camphor Oils, and mix well. Store in a tightly capped jar and let the mixture age for at least two weeks before using. Burn on a hot charcoal block during your ritual. (The above "Hecate Incense" recipe is from "WiccaCraft: The Modern Witch's Book of Herbs, Majick, and Dreams" by Gerina Dunwich, Citadel Press, Carol Publishing Group Edition, 1995.) Help Incense 2 T. Cinnamon 2 T. vanilla extract 1 T. Rosemary 1 T. thyme 1 t. clove 1 t. Ginger 1 t. Allspice 1 Pinch. Salt Hermes Incense 1 part cinnamon 1 part frankincense 1 part lavender Use it also for spells of communication, travel protection and the like -- anything ruled by Hermes. Home Sweet Home To sweeten the home. ¼ teaspoon of honey 1 tablespoon of brown sugar mix together until a paste forms burn on lit charcoal to "sweeten" the home. This is a strong aroma but works well to maintain a sweet energy about your home. Honors Incense 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Wood Aloe 1/2 Part Pepperwort or Rue) Burn for honors & favors. Horned God Incense 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Cedar 1 part Pine 1 Part Juniper berries few drops Patchouli oil Burn to honor Him in His many guises, especially during rituals. Horned God Incense 2 7 drams tincture Benzoin 1/2 dram Sandalwood oil 1/2 dram myrrh oil 1/2 dram frankincense oil saltpeter 1 oz pwd Charcoal pinch of dried asafoetida pinch of dried blessed thistle pinch of dried peppermint House Blessing Incense 2 T. dry lemon peel 1 T. Rosemary 1 T. almond extract 1 t. cinnamon 1 Pinch. garlic skins 1 t. anise seed 1 t. Allspice 1 t. coconut extract 1 Pinch. Salt House Purification Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 parts Dragon's Blood 1 part Myrrh 1 Part sandalwood 1 part Wood Betony 1/2 part dill seed few drops Rose Geranium oil Burn in your home to cleanse it at least once a month perhaps on the Full moon. Additionally, burn this mixture in a new home before moving in. Horus 3 parts frankincense 2 parts crushed peach kernels 10 ml gardenia oil per 8 oz. dry herb 10 ml magnolia oil per 8 oz. dry herb ღI ღ Imbolg Incense For use on Imbolg, February 2 5 parts Sandalwood 3 parts Frankincense 2 parts Verbena Oil 2 parts Cinnamon 1 part Basil For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Imbolc Incense 2 3 Parts Frankincense 2 parts Dragon's Blood 1/2 Part Red Sandalwood 1 Part Cinnamon few drops red wine To this mixture, add a pinch of the first flower dry it first) that is available in your area of Imbolc. Burn during Wiccan ceremonies or Imbolc, or simply to attune with the symbolic rebirth of the Sun - the fading of winter & the promise of Spring. Incense Against Incubus 2 parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Benzoin 2 Parts Wood Aloe 1 Part Cardamom. 1/2 part Calamus 1/2 part Birthwort 1/2 Part Ginger 1/2 Part Pepper 1/2 Part Cinnamon 1/2 Part Clove 1/2 Part carnation 1/2 Part Nutmeg 1/2 part Mace 1/2 Part Cubeb seed few drops Brandy This ancient mixture is burned to ward off the Incubus. INCUBUS: A male demon or spirit that was believed to sexually tempt & abuse women. Compare w/Succubus.) Initiation Incense For Majickal initiation ceremonies, and to awaken the spiritual energy hidden within you. Combines the powers of all 4 elements. 3 parts Frankincense 3 parts Myrrh 1 part Sage 1 pinch Sea Salt (non-iodized) For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Source: This formula is a traditional one. Isian Ritual Incense 3 parts Myrrh 2 parts Sandalwood 1 part Frankincense 1 part Rose petals a few drops of Lotus Bouquet (recipe in oils section) or a Lotus oil Isis Incense For use in operations involving Isis, or female power. Also for opening 3rd eye Chakra. 5 parts Egyptian Musk Oil 3 parts Jasmine Blossoms (or Oil) 3 parts Lavender Blossoms 1 piece Amethyst Crystal Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. . Source: This formula is a traditional one. Isis(from Scott Cunningham) 3 parts myrrh 2 parts sandalwood 1 part frankincense 1 part rose petals few drops lotus oil Dropping the oil onto the resins before pulverizing and mixing with the other ingredients works best. Isis and Osiris (from Susanne Fischer-Rizzi) 1 part Frankincense 1 part Myrrh Grind together and burn this to create a harmonizing and balancing effect Isis And Osiris 1 pinch cedar 1 pinch cinnamon 1 pinch rose buds 4 drops myrrh oil 4 drops sandalwood oil 4 drops frankincense oil ღJ ღ Job Search Incense 1 part Frankincense 1 part Basil 1 part Sandalwood 1/2 part Vervain 1/2 part Mugwort 1/2 part Pansy 1/4 part Clove 1/4 part Cinnamon Jupiter Incense (Planetary) 2 Parts Wood Aloe 1 Part Benzoin 1 Part Storax or Gum Arabic) 1/4 Part Ash seed few drops Olive oil 1 pinch powdered Lapis Lazuli Mix & burn. This unusual formula includes a stone & could also be mixed together & carried as a Jupiterian talisman charm. Burn for spells involving riches, expansion, the law & luck. Jupiter Incense 2 3 parts Frankincense 1 part Mace 1 part Cardamom 1/2 part Balm of Gilead 1/4 part pulverized Pomegranate Rind 1 pinch saffron few drops Ambergris Oil Another like the above. Jupiter Incense 3 1 part Clove 1 part Nutmeg 1 part Cinnamon 1/2 part Lemon Balm 1/2 part Citron peel (or = parts dried lemon & orange peel) ღK ღ Kali Incense 1 OZ (30gm) sandalwood chips 1 oz (30gm) dried jasmine flowers or 6 drops of jasmine oil 1 /2 oz (15gm) DRIED ROSE PETALS 2 drops of your own menstrual blood Blend and use for private meditation during the onset of your menstruation. Kali 2 This is an individual and personalized incense, to attune to your own Dark of the Moon. 1 oz sandalwood chips 1 oz Dried jasmine flowers or 6 drops jasmine oil 1/2 oz dried rose petals 3 drops of your own menstrual blood Blend and use for private meditation during the onset of your menstruation. Kitchen Witchen Incense (House Blessing) 2 T dry lemon peel 1 T rosemary 1 T almond extract 1 t cinnamon 1 pinch garlic skins 1 t anise seed 1 t allspice 1 t coconut extract 1 pinch salt Kyphi Kyphi is an ancient Egyptian formula of which the Greek Essayist, Plutarch (46-120 AD) said: "its aromatic substances lull to sleep, allay anxieties, and brighten the dreams. It is made of things that delight most in the night and exhibits its virtues by night." The following is a traditional recipe for making Kyphi. If you want to stick to it fine, but you may also omit or substitute certain herbs if some of the ingredients are difficult to obtain. .Place 1/4 cup raisins in a bowl. Add just enough white wine to cover the raisins, cover loosely with a tea towel or cheesecloth, and allow to steep for seven days. On the third day, blend equal parts of the following powdered herbs in a bit of white wine: Juniper, Acacia, Henna, and Sweet Sedge Root. After two days drain and reserve any liquid. On the last day, drain the raisin mixture, reserving the liquid. In a small bowl mix together equal parts of the following ground herbs: Calamus, Gum Mastic, Peppermint, Bay Laurel, Orris, Cinnamon, and Galangal. Set aside. In another small bowl blend together: 1 T. Powdered myrrh, and 1 T. clove honey. To this mixture add the ground herbs, and the raisins and herbs steeped in wine. Blend well. Add a little of the reserved wine if the mixture becomes too dry. Follow the directions for making cone or block incense. Kyphi (from Susanne Fischer-Rizzi) 4 parts Frankincense 2 parts Mastic 1/2 part Juniper berries 1/4 part Calamus 1/4 part Galangal 1/2 part Cardamom 1 part Cinnamon bark or flower 1 part Myrrh 1 part Lemon grass 1/2 part Rose leaves (dried rose buds) 1 part Benzoin Siam 1 1/2 part Sandalwood a pinch of Aquillaria wood 1/2 part Forest honey, liquid 1 tablespoon as needed Red wine, full bodied 8 parts Sultana raisins, unsulfured .Soak the raisins overnight in the wine. Grind the frankincense, mastic, myrrh, and benzoin with a mortar and pestle. Individually grind the cinnamon, juniper berries, calamus, galangal, cardamom and sandalwood. Mix the ground ingredients together, crumble in the rose buds and lemon grass. If you can get aquillaria wood, use 1/2 teaspoon to 1 cup of the other mixture; otherwise, it can be left out.) .Take the raisins out of the wine and blend them into the mixture and add the honey. Kneed the mixture well and crumble with your hands. Spread it out on a clean cloth to dry in a warm place away from oven heat and direct sunlight. Dry for seven to 14 days, turning often. Once it has dried, it can still be formed into the traditional pea-sized pellets for burning. Kyphi 2 4 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Benzoin 2 parts Gum Mastic 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Galangal or ginger) 1/2 part Calamus or vetivert) 1/2 part Cardamom 7 raisins 1/2 part Cinnamon 1/2 Part Cassia 1/2 part Juniper berries 1/2 part orris 1/2 part Cypress few drops Lotus bouquet few drops wine few drops honey Mix the ground dry ingredients thoroughly. Let sit in an airtight container two weeks. In a separate bowl, mix together the oil, wine, honey & raisins. Add to the dry ingredients & blend with the hands. Let sit another 2 weeks. Then, if desired, grind to a fine powder. Kyphi is used in night rituals, to invoke Egyptian Goddess & Gods & as a general majickal incense. Kyphi 3 Soak about 1/2 handful raisins in white wine for 5 days. Take equal parts of: juniper acacia sweet sedge root henna Macerate all in white wine for 24 hours. Take equal parts of: calamus gum mastic peppermint bay laurel cinnamon Galangal orris Grind these to a powder, mix well and set aside. Drain the raisins, mix with 1 TB. myrrh and 1 TB. honey. Add the drained herbs, and finally work in the powdered herbs. If the mixture is too dry, add a little of the white wine. Spread out on a board to dry, powder and use on charcoal discs Kyphi 4 This recipe was reconstructed from ancient Egyptian papyri. Although an ingredient or two may not have translated correctly, this should be pretty close to the actual incense used in Egyptian temples. Ingredients: 3/4 part Honey 3 part Raisins 1/4 part Copal 1/4 part Myrrh 1/4 part Orris 1 part Sandalwood 1/4 part Storax 1/2 part Frankincense 1/2 part Cinnamon (REAL stuff only, and grind it forever) Red Wine (enough to moisten mixture) Benzoin (enough to roll balls in) Thoroughly grind all ingredients separately, then mix together groups of ingredients by nature: resinous together, powdery together, etc. Finally, mix all batches together, add red wine to moisten, then roll into 5/8" balls and roll balls in benison. Lay out on waxed paper for a week or so, until firm. The balls can be used when firm, but for best results, they should be allowed to cure a few weeks. Kyphi 5 (simplified) 3 Parts frankincense 2 parts Benzoin 2 Parts Myrrh 1 part Juniper berries 1/2 part Galangal 1/2 part Cinnamon 1/2 Part Cedar 2 drops Lotus bouquet 2 drops Wine 2 drops Honey few raisins Mix, Burn, use as the last. ღL ღ Lammas Incense 2 parts frankincense 2 parts sandalwood 1 part pine resin 1/ 2 part bay 1/ 2 part cinnamon 1/ 2 part coriander 1/ 2 part meadowsweet 1/ 2 part oregano 1/ 2 part rosemary A few drops rose oil Slightly less oak moss oil Very little patchouli oil (start with one drop) Lammas Rebirth Incense 1 part basil 1/2 part cinnamon bark 1 part coriander 2 parts goldenrod 1 part heather 1/2 part rosemary 2 parts Sweet Annie (you can use dried apple blossoms if you don’t have Sweet Annie) 1 part yarrow Add your ingredients to your mixing bowl one at a time. Measure carefully, and if the leaves or blossoms need to be crushed, use your mortar and pestle to do so. As you blend the herbs together, state your intent. You may find it helpful to charge your incense with an incantation, such as: "We’re thankful this day for the gift of rebirth, Fruits and vegetables, the bounty of earth. For the Harvest Mother with her basket and scythe, Abundance and fertility, and the blessings of life. We’re grateful for the gifts we carry within And for what will become, and what has been. A new day begins, and life circles round, As grain is harvested from the fertile ground. Blessings to the earth and to the gods from me, As I will this Lammas, so it shall be.” Store your incense in a tightly sealed jar. Make sure you label it with its intent and name, as well as the date you created it. Use within three months, so that it remains charged and fresh. Leo Incense 2 Parts Gum Mastic 1 Part sandalwood 1 Part Juniper berries Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Libra Incense 2 Parts sandalwood 1 part thyme few drops Rose Oil Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Litha Fire Incense 3 parts myrrh 1 part apple blossoms ½ part bay leaves ½ part cinnamon bark 2 part chamomile flowers 1 part lavender flowers 2 parts mugwort ½ part rosemary Add your ingredients to your mixing bowl one at a time. Measure carefully, and if the leaves or blossoms need to be crushed, use your mortar and pestle to do so. As you blend the herbs together, state your intent. You may find it helpful to charge your incense with an incantation, such as: "“Balance of the heavens and earth below, The power of the sun in this incense grows. Cinnamon, mugwort, apple and bay, Fire and water, on this longest day. Herbs of power, blended by me, As I will, so it shall be”. Store your incense in a tightly sealed jar. Make sure you label it with its intent and name, as well as the date you created it. Use within three months, so that it remains charged and fresh. "Lock" Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Juniper berries 1 part Vetivert 1/2 part Cumin To guard your home from thieves: During the day smolder this mixture in a censer before the front door, then move it to each opening in the house doors, windows, cellars, etc.), through which thieves may enter. Visualize it's smoke forming an invisible but impenetrable barrier. Move in a clockwise circle throughout your home, replenishing the incense as necessary. Repeat monthly at the time of the Full Moon, if possible, or, use as needed. This is designed to "lock" your home against unwanted intruders - but don't forget to bolt the doors as well. Lord and Lady Incense 1 part Rose Petals 1 part Vervain Few drops Cinnamon oil 2 parts Myrrh 3 parts Frankincense Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Love Incense 2 parts Sandalwood 1/2 part Basil 1/2 part Bergamot few drops Rose oil few drops Lavender Oil Burn to attract love, to strengthen the love you have, & to expand your ability to give & receive love. Love Incense 2 2 Parts Dragon's Blood 1 part Orris 1/2 Part Cinnamon 1/2 part rose petals few drops Musk oil few drops Patchouli oil Love Incense 3 This unique blend is designed to attract loving vibrations into your home. This blend will attract and hold love around you and your home. 1 oz. Dried rose petals ½ oz. Cinnamon ½ oz. Anise ½ oz. Frankincense a few drops of jasmine oil a few drops of lavender oil Mix together with mortar and pestle while thinking loving thoughts. Burn on lit charcoal. Love Goddess Incense 1 part Cinnamon 1 part Cedar Wood a few drops Cypress oil Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Burn during rituals designed to attract love. Lover's Incense Musk root powder Musk oil Civet Ambergris Patchouli Increases a person's natural psychic magnetism. Makes you much more dynamic and sensual. Lughnasadh Incense For use on Lughnasadh, or Lammas, July 31 3 parts Frankincense 1 part Myrrh 1 part dried apple peel (or apple fragrance oil) 1 part Ambergris Oil 1 part Allspice (ground or oil) For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Lughnasadh Incense 2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 part Heather 1 Part Apple Blossoms 1 pinch Blackberry leaves few drops Ambergris oil Burn during Wiccan rituals on Aug 1 or 2, or at that time to attune with the coming harvest. This recipe is from Cunninham's book, "Oils, Incenses and Brews". Lughnasadh 3 3 parts Frankincense 2 parts Myrrh 1 part Rosemary 1 part Cedar 1 part Juniper Burn during Lughnasadh Luna Incense 3 parts white rose petals 4 parts cedarwood 5 parts camphor 2 parts willow bark 4 parts wild lettuce 10 ml gardenia oil per 8 oz. dry ingredients 10 ml jasmine oil per 8 oz. dry ingredients mixture 10 ml lotus oil per 8 oz. dry ingredients mixture Lust 1 tsp. Yohimbe 1 tsp. Damiana 1 tsp. Patchouli 1/2 tsp. Cloves 1/2 tsp. dragons’ blood 1/2 tsp. Oakmoss Lust Drawing Incense 1 part sandalwood 1 part dragon’s blood 1/2 part lavender 1/2 part orris 3 drops musk oil 3 drops rose oil 1 drop cherry oil color: red ღM ღ Mabon Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Sandalwood 1 Part Cypress 1 Part Juniper 1 Part Pine 1/2 Part Oakmoss or few drops of Oakmoss Bouquet) 1 Pinch Pulverized oak leaf Burn during Wiccan ceremonies on Mabon or at that time to attune with the change of the seasons. Mabon Incense 2 Ingredients: Use equal parts of: Benzoin myrrh honeysuckle bark cinnamon vanilla Mix and use at Mabon. Mabon Incense 3 Ingredients: 2 parts frankincense 1 part sandalwood 1 part cypress 1 part juniper 1 part pine 1/2 part Oakmoss (or use a few drops Oakmoss bouquet, recipe is in the oils post) 1 pinch oak leaf Burn during Wiccan ceremonies on Mabon or at that time to attune with the change of the seasons. Also burn to attract its influences, or during spells involving lust, physical strength, competitions, rituals concerning men and so on. (From Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham) Mage Incense 2 parts Myrrh 1 part Wood Aloe A few drops Cinnamon oil Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Burn to contact spirits during rituals or as a simple consecration incense to sanctify the altar or majickal tools. Mars Incense 2 parts Galangal 1 part Coriander 1 part Clove 1/2 part Basil A scant pinch Black Pepper Mars Incense 2 2 parts Dragon's Blood 1 part Grains of Paradise 1 part Clove 1 part Cardamom Mars Incense (Planetary) 4 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Pine needles or resin) a scant pinch Black pepper Burn to attract its influences, or during spells involving lust, physical strength, competitions, ritual; concerning men, etc. Medicine Wheel Incense 2 Parts Sage 1 Part Sweetgrass 1 part Pine resin or needles 1 part Osha root or Angelica) scant picture Tobacco Burn during rites revering American Indian deities & spirits, & to attune with the energies of this land. Meditation and Divination Incense 3 parts benzoin 2 parts lavender 2 parts myrrh 2 parts sandalwood 1 part orange peel 1/ 2 part mugwort Equal amounts eucalyptus, patchouli oils This mixture is very floaty and psychically oriented. If you have trouble grounding, ground before you burn. The sandalwood and eucalyptus come to the fore. Meditation Incense 5 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Clove 1 Part Violet Flowers A Few Drops Lavender Oil Protection Incense 3 parts Cedar 2 parts Frankincense Patchouli oil Meditation Incense 2 1 teaspoon of cinnamon 1 teaspoon of frankincense 1 teaspoon of myrrh mix well and burn on charcoal. This powerful aroma will assist deep meditation and can be used before divining or readings. Meditation Incense 3 1 Part Gum Acacia (arabic) 1 Part Sandalwood Burn a small amount prior to meditation to relax the conscious mind. Mercury Incense 2 parts Benzoin 1 part Frankincense 1 part mace Mercury Incense 2 2 parts Sandalwood 1 part Gum Mastic 1/2 part Lavender (or a few drops Lavender oil) Mercury Incense (Planetary) 2 parts benzoin 1 Part Mace 1/2 part Marjoram few drops Lavender oil Burn to invoke its powers, or during spells involving intelligence, travel, divination & so on. Mexican Majick Incense 2 Parts Copal 1 Part Frankincense 1 Part Rosemary Smolder during Mexican - American folk majick rituals & spells. Midsummer Incense For use on Midsummer, June 22 5 parts Rose Oil 3 parts Lavender Oil 3 parts Chamomile Oil (or flowers) 1 part Narcissus Oil (or peach blossom) Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Midsummer Incense 2 for ritual celebration: 2 parts White Sandalwood 1 part Cinquefoil (Five Fingers) 1 part Galangal 1 part Mugwort a few drops Lavender oil a few drops Neroli oil a few drops Patchouli oil Midsummer Incense 3 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Mugwort 1 Part Chamomile 1 Part Gardenia petals few drops Rose oil few drops Lavender oil few drops yarrow oil Burn at Wiccan rituals at the Summer Solstice or at that time of the year to attune with the seasons & the Sun. Midsummer Incense 4 3 parts Frankincense 1 part Thyme 2 parts Benzoin 1 part Rosemary 1 part Dragon's Blood 1 pinch Vervain A few drop Red Wine Money Incense To attract financial prosperity. 1 oz dried basil ½ oz dried chamomile ½ oz cinnamon ½ oz. thyme 1oz. Vervain ¼ t. minced garlic a few drops of patchouli oil mix together in a mortar and pestle while thinking about money. Burn on lit charcoal. ** note patchouli is very sensitive - please think money and abundance when mixing. For added strength rub a green candle with patchouli oil in an upward motion. Light both the incense and the candle while thinking of manifesting money into your life. Always remember, you do still have to work at manifesting prosperity, it will not come to you if you are not willing to work for it. Moon This incense is used in many rituals and is a common spell component. It is an incense of increase that is deceivingly easy to make. Use all of your focus and energy, your will and intention, while making this scent. It is used over charcoals (the one's specifically made for incense) or over a ritual fire. CAUTION If used over a ritual fire, flames will leap up along the dust trail of this incense powder! There will be sparkling (sparks) of incense outside of this trail of flames as well! This is an impressive effect, but dangerous if you are not practiced at it! Start out small and toss about 1 teaspoon of it over the glowing coals or flames, all at once, don't trail the dust or sprinkle it. Stand away from the fire, and upwind. Use in areas that do not require burn permits, and have something to douse the fire nearby. Do not use if you are wearing gauzy or loose ritual robes and costumes. Within the three days prior to the actual full moon, but not after! Gather the ingredients required, along with a pestle and mortar to blend them in. If desired, you can use your cauldron, and some sort of crushing or mixing tool. 1 ounce (about 30 grams) of the finest sandalwood powder you can find (santalum album) 5 grams (a marble sized nugget) of amber resin, NOT the stone! The soft, sweet smelling resin that is often imported from India, available at health food stores, and of course herb and Witch shops. 3 drops of vanilla essential oil. NOT the perfume or fragrance oil, only true vanilla from the orchid (Vanilla planifolia or Vanilla aromatica) If this is cost prohibitive or unavailable, use real vanilla extract available at most any grocery store. Preferably outside, under the actual full moon, or indoors near a window where the moon is visible: Fill the mortar or cauldron with the sandalwood powder, and crush the amber into it with the pestle or tool of your choice. Use clockwise or deosil blending motions. Focus on the energy of the full moon, or if you are making the incense for a specific spell, focus on the goal of that spell alone. You can incorporate your favorite words of power or chant while doing this. When the powder is smooth and consistent, add the vanilla, one-drop at a time while saying your chosen words of power, (which is best) or the following (which will suffice in most cases): “Drop of moon, grant my boon.” Blend in the drops in the same way you blended in the amber resin. Place the mixture in a clear glass jar with an airtight lid. Keep it away from heat, sunlight, and moisture. Charge it under the light of the full moon on the three days prior to it becoming actually full. The full moon light penetration is the reason for not storing this in an opaque jar. It is ready for use immediately, but can be charged more if desired. Moon Incense 2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part sandalwood few drops Eucalyptus oil few drops Jasmine oil few drops Camphor oil Burn to attract its influences, & also during psychic workings, love majick, healing, rituals involving the home & dream majick. Moon Incense 3 4 Parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Wood Aloe 1 Part Eucalyptus 1 Part Pul. Cucumber seeds 1 part Mugwort 1/2 Part Ranuculus blossoms 1 Part Selenetrope few drops Ambergris oil May substitute Gardenia or jasmine for selenetrope. Moon Incense 4 2 parts Juniper berries 1 Part Orris 1 Part Calamus few drops Spirits of Camphor-or- Camphor Tincture or 1/4 part genuine camphor few drops lotus bouquet Moon Incense 5 2 Parts Myrrh 2 parts Gardenia petals 1 part Rose petals 1 Part lemon peel 1/2 part Camphor few drops Jasmine oil Moon Incense 6 1 part pulverized Cucumber seed 1 part Mugwort 1/2 part Ranunculus blossoms 1 part Selenetrope(or gardenia or jasmine) A few drops Ambergis oil or bouquet Moon Incense 7 1 part willow bark 1/2 part reed 1/4 part cucumber seeds 1/2 part water lily 1/2 part jasmine flowers jasmine or lotus oil Moon Incense 8 1 part myrrh 1 part white sandalwood 1 part willow bark 1/2 part lemon peel few drops lemon balm oil Moon Incense 9 6 oz. charcoal powder 1 oz. benzoin resin 1/2 oz. saltpeter 1/4 oz. tolu 1/8 oz. willow powder 1/16 oz. wormwood powder 1/16 oz. camphor powder Make into a stiff paste with tragacanth mucilage (1 tb. to 10 oz. water) Sahpe into cones or crescents, let dry. Moon Incense 10 1 oz. sandalwood powder 5 grams "amber" incense resin 3 drops vanilla oil Moon Incense 11 1/4 part camphor 1 1/2 part willow bark 1 part reed 1/4 part aloe white rose or jasmine oil Moonchild Incense 2 parts Myrrh 1 part Sandalwood Substitute 1 part Eucalyptus 1 part Lemon peel (or a few drops Lemon oil) Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers Moonfire Incense 1 Part Rose 1 Part Orris 1 part Bay 1 Part Juniper 1 part Dragon's blood 1/2 part Potassium nitrate Burn for divination, love & harmony. The saltpeter is included to make it sparkle & glow. Don't add too much though - it'll explode! Morrigan 1 oz (30gm) musk amberette 1/2 oz (15gm) dragon's blood (resin used in violin staining 4 drops of patchouli oil 4 drops civet oil 4 drops of blood from your own finger Blend at the dark of the Moon, put in a jar and bury in the earth for six weeks (a flower pot of peat in a cool cupboard will do.) ღN ღ Neptune Incense Lay incense coals on a bed of sea salt. When the coals are hot, toss on a mixture of: 1/2 tsp myrrh gum 11/2 tsp copal resin 1 tbsp sandalwood chips 1 tsp dried Irish moss 3 drops oakmoss oil Burn to attract its influences New Moon Incense 3 parts frankincense 1 part sandalwood Nine Woods Incense Rowan Wood or Sandalwood) Dogwood Popular Juniper Cedar Pine Holly Branches (* elder or oak) Take sawdust of each, mix together & burn indoors on charcoal when a ritual fire is necessary or desired but not practical. the incense emits the aroma of an open campfire. Nirvana Incense (from net) East-Indian blend for meditation and yogic practices. 2 teaspoons ground Rose Petals 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground Curry 1 teaspoon ground Coriander 1 teaspoon ground Cumin 1 teaspoon ground Patchouli Leaf 1 teaspoon ground Cardamom 1 teaspoon ground Clove Bud 1 teaspoon ground Basil 1/2 teaspoon ground Sage 1/2 teaspoon ground Benzoin Into 1 teaspoon of Carrier Oil , blend: 7 drops Sandalwood essential oil 5 drops Musk Oil 5 drops Patchouli essential oil 5 drops Jasmine absolute Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, add oil mixture and whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Source: This is a traditional formula given to me by the Hindu monks with whom I studied Raja Yoga. This version of the formula has been modified by myself slightly to be more agreeable to the Western nose. ღO ღ Offertory Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Myrrh 1 Part Cinnamon 1/2 part Rose petals 1/2 part Vervain Burn while honoring the Goddesses & Gods, & as an offering. Om Incense Another formula for Meditation and stilling the mind. 3 parts Frankincense 3 parts Sandalwood 2 parts Myrrh 1 part Lavender 1 part Cedarwood For Incense: Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Opening Eyes To Spirit World 1/3 tsp Mastic 1/3 tsp Amaranth 1/3 tsp yarrow Osiris 3 parts myrrh 1 part oak bark 1 part orris root 2 parts rue herb 10 ml musk oil per 8 oz. dry herb 10 ml Neroli oil per 8 oz. dry herb Ostara Incense For use on Ostara, or Spring Equinox, March 21 Dry portion: 3 parts Frankincense, ground 3 parts Red Sandalwood, ground 2 parts Rose Petals, ground 1 part Benzoin, ground 1 part Dragon's Blood, ground 1 part Nutmeg, ground Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Liquid portion: 3 parts honey 3 parts Lilac Oil 3 parts Verbena Oil 2 parts Violet Oil 2 parts Orange Oil 1 part Rose Oil Mix the liquid ingredients into the dry, ground compound well, then store in a sealed glass jar. Ostara Incense 2 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Benzoin 1 Part Dragon's Blood 1/2 Part Nutmeg 1/2 part Violet flowers or few drops violet oil) 1/2 Part Orange peel 1/2 Part Rose petals Burn during Wiccan rituals on Ostara or to Welcome the Spring & to refresh your life. ღP ღ Pagan Power Incense For Ritual Energy 1 T. Cinnamon 1 T. anise seed 1 t. Nutmeg 1 t. ginger 1 t. lemon peel 1 t. lemon extract 1 t. peppermint extract Dry petals of 3 white roses Pagan Power Incense 2 (For Ritual Energy) 1 T cinnamon 1 T anise seed 1 t nutmeg 1 t ginger 1 t dry lemon peel 1 t lemon extract 1 t peppermint extract Dry petals of 3 white roses Pele Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 part Dragon's Blood 1 Part Red Sandalwood 1 Part Orange peel 1 Part Cinnamon few drops Clove oil Burn while honoring Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Volcanoes. When needing additional strength for any ritual; when you feel manipulated by others, or for Fire spells in general. Burn when you wish to be fulfilled with the power of Pele. Pisces Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Eucalyptus 1 Part Lemon Peel few drops Sandalwood oil Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Power Incense 2 parts Frankincense 1 part Juniper 3 drops Cedar Wood oil Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Burn as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Prophecy Incense (CAUTION) 1 part Heawort seed 1 Part Violet root 1 part parsley 1 part Hempseed* Burn for divination & psychic work. Prophetic Dream Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Buchu Burn before bedtime to stimulate the psychic mind to produce future-revealing dreams, & to ensure that the conscious mind remembers them in the morning. Prosperity Incense For use in spells to gain prosperity and material wealth. Best done on a Thursday night at 10:00PM (the operational hour of Jupiter). 1 part Frankincense 1 part Benzoin 1 part Basil 1 part Vetivert Oil 1 part Cinnamon Oil Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar Prosperity Incense 2 2 parts Frankincense 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Nutmeg 1 part Lemon Balm 1 Part Citron Burn to attract wealth. Protecting The House From Evil 4 oz. Valerian 2 oz. Rue 2 oz. Bay Leaves 3 tbsp. Dill 2 oz. Caraway 4 Parts Lavender 6 tsp. Sandalwood Protection Incense 2 parts Frankincense 1 Part Dragon's Blood 1/2 part Betony Burn for both physical & psychic protection while visualizing. Protection Incense 2 2 Parts frankincense 1 Part sandalwood 1/2 Part Rosemary Protection Incense 3 1 Part Frankincense 1 part myrrh 1/2 part Clove Protection Incense 4 2 parts Frankincense 1/2 Part Cumin Protection Incense 5 2 parts Frankincense 1 part Copal 1 Part Dragon's Blood Protection Incense 6 4 parts Frankincense 3 parts Myrrh 2 Parts juniper berries 1 Part Rosemary 1/2 part Avens 1/2 part Mugwort 1/2 part yarrow 1/2 part St. John's Wort 1/2 part Angelica 1/2 Part Basil Protection Incense 7 2 parts Frankincense 1 part Dragon's Blood 1/2 part Wood Betony Burn for both physical and psychic protection while visualizing. Protection Incense 8 For majickal use in general protection, binding, and guarding against harm. 1 part Frankincense 1 part Vervain Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Source: this is a traditional formula Psychic Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Bistort Smolder to sharpen psychic powers. Psychic Incense 2 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Gum Acacia or Arabic) Psychic Incense 3 1 Part frankincense 1 part Sandalwood 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Nutmeg few drops Orange oil few drops clove oil Psychic Portal 1 tsp lavender blossoms 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp sage Purification This incense can be powdered (use a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder) or left in a chunky form. It is a mixture of resins, wood and herbs with a dash of essential oil. Don’t forget, a little of this incense goes a long way, so this quantity will be quite sufficient for one purification ritual. 1 teaspoon Frankincense 1 teaspoon Dragon’s Blood resin ½ teaspoon Myrrh ½ teaspoon Sandalwood ¼ teaspoon Dill seed 2 or 3 drops of Rose Geranium essential oil If you want to make a larger quantity of this incense, store any leftovers in an airtight glass jar. If you cannot find one or more of the ingredients for the incense, here is a short list of majickal substitutions. (You can change the recipe to suit your taste based on this list if you wish, or add extra herbs or resins.) Substitutions: Gums and Resins: Benzoin, Copal, Gum Arabic Herbs and Woods: Chamomile, Fennel Seed, Lavender, Pine, Rosemary, Tobacco (chemical free, please!) Essential Oils: Chamomile, Peppermint, Lavender, Thyme, and Benzoin Purification Incense 2 2 parts Benzoin 2 parts Copal 1 part Myrrh 1 part Cedar 1/2 part Lavender 1/2 part Tobacco 1/2 part Rosemary 1/2 part Gum Arabic Purification Incense 3 (caution) 4 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Bay 1 part camphor 1 pinch finely pwd salt 1 pinch Sulfur* Burn to purify the atmosphere of a disturbed home. Leave the windows open & do not inhale the sulphurous fumes! Purification Incense 4 2 Parts sandalwood 1 Part Cinnamon Leave windows open Purification Incense 5 3 Parts frankincense 1 part vervain Purification Incense 6 1 part Cinnamon 3 parts Sandalwood Though no sulfur is included in this formula, it's best to leave the windows open during all types of purification rites. Purification Incense 7 For Ritual Cleansing & Purification. 5 parts Sage 3 parts Dragon's Blood 2 parts Frankincense 1 part Benzoin Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. . Source: This formula is a traditional one ღR ღ Ra Incense 2 parts sunflower petals 3 parts gum Arabic 3 parts gum acacia 10 ml jasmine oil per 8 oz. dry herbs 10 ml bergamot oil per 8 oz. dry herb Rain Incense (caution) 4 parts Heather 1 Part fern 1/2 part Henbane Burn out of doors on a deserted hill to attract rain. Do not inhale fumes! "Raise the Dead" Incense 1 part Pepperwort 1 Part Red Storax 1 pinch Saffron few drops Musk oil Compound & fumigate about the tombs & graves of the dead. This will cause spirits & ghosts to gather, at least according to ancient writings. Riches & Favors Incense 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Wood Aloe 1/2 Part Peppermint 1/2 Part Clove Burn when you need favors & wealth. ღS ღ Sabbat Incense 4 parts frankincense 2 parts Myrrh 2 parts Benzoin 1/2 part Fennel 1/2 part Bay 1/2 part thyme 1/2 part Pennyroyal 1/2 part Solomon’s Seal 1/4 part Rue 1/4 part wormwood 1/4 part Chamomile 1/4 part Rose petals Burn at Wiccan Sabbats. Sacred Space To clear and make pure an area 4 T. cedar chips 1 T. Thyme 1 T. Sage 2 t. rosemary 1 t. Cinnamon 1 Pinch. Salt 1 Pinch tobacco Sagittarius Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Myrrh 1 Part Clove Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your own powers. Sahumeria Aztecan Incense 2 Parts Copal 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Rosemary 1 Part Sage 1 part Lemongrass 1 part bay 1/2 part marigold 1/2 part Yerba Santa For ancient Aztecan rituals & all Mexican-American folk magic. Also use as general purification incense. It's famous incense in contemporary Mexican folk magic. Samhain Incense For use on Samhain, October 31 3 parts Frankincense 3 parts Myrrh 2 parts Sandalwood 2 parts Patchouli Oil 1 part Clove Buds 1 part Cypress Oil Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Samhain Incense 2 1 part each of the following: Nettles, Bay leaf, Calendula, Sage, Tarragon, Oak Leaf 2 drops Frankincense or Myrrh oil Samhain Incense 3 1 tsp. crushed Mugwort Leaves 1 tsp. Frankincense Tears (small resin chunks) 1 tsp. Myrrh Resin (small chunks) 2 tsp. crushed Rosemary Leaves Samhain Incense 4 2 tsp. frankincense 2 tsp. sandalwood 2 tsp. poppy seeds 1 tsp. gum arabic 1 tsp. myrrh ½ tsp. bay ½ tsp. thyme ¼ tsp. jasmine flowers ¼ tsp. rose petals From The Real Witches' Kitchen by Kate West Samhain Incense 5 3 tsp. Rosemary 3 tsp. Pine 3 tsp. Bay 3 tsp. Apple 2 tsp. Patchouli Oil Samhain Incense 6 1 tsp. rowan berries 1 tsp. blackthorn wood ½ tsp. galangal ½ tsp. chervil ½ tsp. vervain ½ tsp. parsley 3 tsp. myrrh Blend together and burn on charcoal Samhain Incense 7 3 tsp. frankincense 2 tsp. sandalwood 2 tsp. mugwort 1 tsp. sage ½ tsp. nutmeg ¼ tsp. lavender Samhain Spirit Incense 2 parts Cinnamon 1 part ground cloves 1 part Dragon's Blood resin 1 part Hyssop 1 part Patchouli 2 parts Rosemary 1 part Sage A dash of sea salt Saturn Incense (Planetary) 2 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Poppy seed 1 Part Gum Arabic 1 Part Myrrh 1/4 Henbane Seed * 1/4 Part Mandrake * few drops Olive oil Burn for Saturn influences; also for spells dealing with buildings, studying past lives, banishing illness, pests & negative habits. This incense can be hazardous to your health; for a recommended Saturian incense see formula #3 below or substitute 1/2 part Tobacco for the Henbane & Mandrake. Saturn Incense (Caution) 2 Parts Cypress 2 Parts Ash Leaves 1 Part Alum 1 Part Gum Scammony 1 Part Asafoetida * 1 Part Sulphur * 1/4 Part Black Nightshade * Another like the above, but not recommended. By omitting the black nightshade, the incense is fairly innocuous but still smells incredibly foul! Scorpio Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Galangal 1 Part Pine resin pitch) Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Scrying Incense 1 Part Mugwort 1 part Wormwood Burn a small amount prior to scrying in a quartz crystal sphere, in flames, water & so on. Warning - smells bad! Shiva Incense Eastern blend to draw on the powers and aspects of Shiva...also good for meditation. 9 parts Neroli (Orange Blossom) 7 parts Rose 3 parts Jasmine Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Sight Incense 2 Parts Gum Mastic 2 Parts Juniper 1 Part Sandalwood 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Calamus few drops Ambergris Oil few drops Patchouli Oil Mix, empower & burn to promote psychic awareness. This is another version of the recipe; others contain Hemp. Solstice Citrus Incense 1 T. dry orange peel 1 T. dry grapefruit peel 1 T. dry lemon peel 1 T. dry tangerine peel 1 t. orange extract 1 t. lemon extract Spirit Incense 1 part Anise 1 part Coriander 1 part Cardamom Smolder to cause spirits to gather. Spirit Incense 2 1 part Sandalwood 1 part Lavender Burn on the altar to invite good energies (or spirits) to be present during magical rituals. Spirit Portal 1/2 tsp Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Lavender pinch of Wormwood Spirits Depart Incense (caution!) 1 part Calamint 1 part Peony 1/4 part Castor Beans 1 part Mint (Spearmint Burn out of doors to drive away all “evil” spirits and vain imaginings. If you wish to use this formula, substitute a few drops castor oil for the beans, as these are poisonous. Spirits Depart 2 2 parts Fennel Seed 2 parts Dill Seed 1/2 Part Rum Spiritual Harmony Incense This incense recipe comes from Herb Craft by Susan Lavender and Anna Franklin. I prefer to leave it in granules although you may grind it in a mortar and pestle if you wish. This incense should be burned on charcoal to promote a calm atmosphere and it is especially good for temples, sacred circles and meditation places. 1 part Benzoin 2 parts Frankincense 1/2 part red rose petals Spring Sabbat Incense 3 parts Frankincense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Benzoin 1 Part Cinnamon few drops Patchouli oil Burn during Spring & Summer Sabbat rituals. Strength Incense 2 parts Sandalwood Substitute 1 part Benzoin Few drops of Cypress oil 1/2 part Willow Bark 1/2 part Mistletoe 1/2 part Mugwort Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal Study Incense 2 Parts Gum Mastic 1 Part Rosemary Smolder to strengthen the conscious mind for study, to develop concentration & to improve the memory. Study Incense 2 Equal parts of: Cinnamon Rosemary Mace Mix or grind and burn on charcoal. NOTE: Burn only a small amount at a time. Success Incense 3 Parts Wood Aloe 2 Parts Red Storax 1 Part Nutmeg Burn for success in all undertakings. Since red storax is unavailable, substitute Frankincense or Gum Arabic. Success Incense 2 Equal parts of: Cinnamon – Benzoin Mix or grind and burn on charcoal when you desire success in the business world. Sun Incense For use in Majickal Operations and spells concerning temporal wealth, fortune, divination, dissolving hostility, making friends, and male sexual energy. 5 parts Frankincense 3 parts Cedarwood 2 parts Copal Resin 1 part Rosemary Oil 1 part Cinnamon Oil Crush ingredients into a fine powder with a mortar and pestle, or whir them for a few seconds in a spice grinder or coffee bean grinder. Store in a sealed glass jar. Sun Incense 2 3 parts frankincense 1 part cinnamon bark 1 part cardamom seed Grind ingredients together with a mortar and pestle. Place by small spoonfuls on the coals. Other typical sun spices include turmeric, nutmeg, saffron, and cinnamon. Sun Incense 3 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh 1 Part Wood Aloe 1/2 part Balm of Gilead 1/2 Part Bay 1/2 Part Carnation few drops Ambergris Oil few drops Musk Oil few drops Olive Oil Burn to draw the influences of the Sun & for spells involving promotions, friendships, healing, energy & majickal power. Sun Incense 4 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Sandalwood 1 Part Bay 1 pinch Saffron few drops Orange Oil Sun Incense 5 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Galangal 2 Parts Bay 1/4 Part Mistletoe * few drops Red Wine few drops Honey A third like the above. ღT ღ Talisman Consecration (caution) Alum Gum Scanony Asafoetida * Sulphur * Cypress Black Hellebore * Ash leaves Burn in an earthen dish & hold the talismans in the smoke. Not recommended. Talisman Consecration 2 (non-toxic) 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Cypress 1 part Ash Leaves 1 Part Tobacco 1 pinch Valerian 1 pinch Alum 1 pinch Asafoetida Recommended - but smells! Taurus Incense 2 parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Benzoin few drops Rose Oil Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Temple Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Myrrh few drops Lavender Oil few drops Sandalwood Oil Smolder in the temple or "magic room", or as a general majickal incense. Also increases spirituality. Temple Meditation 4 parts benzoin 4 parts patchouli 3 parts sandalwood 2 parts star anise 2 parts ground cinnamon 2 parts ground cloves 2 parts finely chopped tonka beans 1 part allspice 1 part freshly ground nutmeg Add a few drops of orange and clove oil, if available. Thank You Incense 2 T. Rosemary 1 T. Cinnamon 1 t. sage 1 t. Allspice Dry peel of one lemon Dry petals of 3 roses 1 T. almond extract Thief Incense (to see a thief) 1 Part Crocus 1 pinch Alum In ancient Egypt this mixture was placed on a brazier & the seer stared into the coals. Thousand-Named Solar Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Clove 1/2 Part Red Sandalwood 1/2 Part Sandalwood 1/4 Part Orange Flowers 3 pinches Orris Burn for Solar influences. True Love Incense 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Orris few drops Patchouli oil Burn for love. ღU ღ Universal Incense 3 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Myrrh 1 Part Sandalwood 1 Part Rosemary Burn for all positive majickal purposes. If used for negative majickal goals, it will cancel out the spell or ritual. Uranus Incense (Planetary) 1 part Angelica 1 part Wisteria Pinch Nutmeg Few drops Pomegranate juice Burn to attract its influences. ღV ღ Venus Incense (Planetary) 3 Parts Wood Aloe 1 Part Red rose petals 1 pinch crushed Red Coral opt.) few drops Olive Oil few drops Musk Oil Few drops Ambergris Oil Mix well & burn for Venusian influences, such as love, healing, partnerships & rituals involving women. Coral has been omitted. Venus Incense 2 1 part Violets 1 Part Rose petals 1/2 Part Olive leaves another like the above. Venus Incense 3 2 Parts Sandalwood 2 Parts Benzoin 1 Part Rosebuds few drops Patchouli Oil few drops Rose oil A third like the above. Virgo Incense 1 Part Mace 1 Part Cypress few drops Patchouli Oil Use as a personal altar or household incense to increase your powers. Vision Incense 3 parts Cinquefoil 3 Parts Chicory Root 1 Part Clove Vision Incense 2 3 parts Frankincense 1 part Bay 1/2 part Damiana Burn small amounts prior to psychic workings. Vision Incense 3 (caution) 1 Part Calamus 1 Part fennel Root 1 Part Pomegranate skin 1 Part Red Sandalwood 1 Part Black Poppy seed 1/2 Part Henbane * Another like the above but not recommended. ღW ღ Ward Off Spirits 3 oz. Juniper Leaves 4 tbsp. Dried Rosemary 2 oz. Fennel Seeds 2 tsp. Basil 3 tsp. Linden Flowers 2 tsp. Angelica Pinch of Salt Warrior Incense 4 parts Frankincense 1/5 Borage 1/5 Basil 1/5 Fennel 1/5 Sunflower petals 1/5 Nasturtium petals 1 part Elm Wood A few drops of Fennel Oil Combine with mortar and pestle, burn on charcoal. Water Incense Water is usually assigned to the direction of west. This is the element of the natural psychic, one related to pregnancy, birth, rebirth, death, regeneration, divination, purification, psychic endeavors, spirit contact, and past life exploration. Water is the other feminine element. To make the basic water incense try using the following: 3 parts lavender 1 part willow bark 1 part catnip /4 part valerian Other water-related herbs and plants include cypress bark, jasmine, kelp, lotus, moss, myrtle, myrrh, rue, sandalwood chips, seaweed, and vanilla. Water Incense (elemental) 2 Parts Benzoin 1 part Myrrh 1 Part Sandalwood few drops Lotus bouquet few drops Ambergris oil Burn to attract the influences of this element, as well as to develop Psychism, to promote love, fertility, beauty and so on. Wealth Incense 1 part Nutmeg 1 Part Pepperwort 1 pinch Saffron Burn to attract Wealth. Wealth Incense 2 2 parts Pine needles or resin 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Galangal few drops Patchouli Oil another like the above. Wealth Incense 3 2 Parts Frankincense 1 Part Cinnamon 1 Part Nutmeg 1/2 part Clove 1/2 Part Ginger 1/2 part mace White Light Delight Use when invoking the white light of protection 1 T. Rosemary 1 T. Ginger Dry peel of one lemon Dry petal of 2 white roses 1 t. vanilla extract 1 t. almond extract 1 t. coconut extract 7 crushed bay leaves Winter Nights Yule Incense 2 parts Juniper berries 2 parts mugwort 1 part cedar 1 part pine resin 1 part laurel leaves 1 part chopped Sweetgrass ½ part rosemary Add your ingredients to your mixing bowl one at a time. Measure carefully, and if the leaves or blossoms need to be crushed, use your mortar and pestle to do so. As you blend the herbs together, state your intent. You may find it helpful to charge your incense with an incantation, such as: “As the sun returns, back to the earth, we celebrate life and death and rebirth. Cold winter nights and chilly days, smoke in the sky, carry ills away. A time of magic, at the longest night, for without the dark, there cannot be light. Herbs of power, blended by me, As I will, so it shall be.” Store your incense in a tightly sealed jar. Make sure you label it with its name and date. Use within three months, so that it remains charged and fresh. Winter Solstice 1 part each of the following: Pine Needles, Cinnamon, Apple Rind, Myrrh, Frankincense Witches' Sight Incense Gum mastic Juniper Patchouli Sandalwood Cinnamon few drops Musk oil few drops Ambergris oil For Tarot readings, crystal ball readings, meditating. ღY ღ Yule Incense 2 Parts Frankincense 2 Parts Pine needles or resin 1 Part Cedar 1 Part Juniper Berries Mix & smolder at Wiccan rites on Yule or during the winter months New Addition: equinox: frankincense orange oil sandalwood marigold petals honey.