Made this because of yet another Tumblr fiasco! Im a queer witch trying to find a new home that offers the same quirkyness as tumblr. But without the problems :)
So, as an urban witch, I have a thing for weird spell components. Probably people have done this before, but i’m going to go ahead and throw mine out there. I’m going to try and do several of these.
First things simple, any small object can be enchanted to do anything you want it to. I have been known to grab small objects and just drop an enchantment on them cause i need a magical object right then and it’s what I have at hand. So don’t be afraid to grab anything you want and drop a blessing, curse, glamor, or basically any kind of spell you want on it.
Hell, my most popular post ever on this hellsite out of four blogs is a jinx using pennies. Make of that as you will.
Onwards.
Soda Tabs:
I mean, come on. It’s a tiny piece of metal. All the potential.
But more importantly, it’s a symbol. On the one hand, it represents a seal and on the other it represents a key.
Want to not just lock something up, but make it airtight, completely and utterly closed? Stick a tab in your spell.
Need a charm to open doors to you, to open people to you, to make friends more easily? Soda tab pendant, or in a mojo bag.
Want to release pressure, vent power, or make a magical bomb? What do we know that pops pressurized containers? Soda tabs.
In the more abstract sense, they’re associated with effervescense. Need to be more bubbly, more sparkly, more light and sweet? Work a tab into your spell as a symbol of releasing that into the world.
Want a variation and like the idea of provenance? Get one from a beer can and use it to symbolically relax your inhibitions so you can be more open to people, cut loose easier, and so on.
Bottle Caps
All that shit I just said about tabs? Conceivably, you could use that shit with a bottle cap. But you could also do a number of other shit.
Now, some y’all may notice I used a screw cap rather than a metal cap. That’s reasons.
Bottle caps make great curse anchors, for one simple reason that can be summed up in two words: “screw you.” Eh? Eh? Who doesn’t like a good pun in their magic?
You can use them to close things, true, but you can also use them as a valve. Ever had to open a soda slowly to release the pressure a little at a time? Now imagine using that as a component. Where the tab is a sudden release, the cap can be metered. There’s a host of reason to use it in that capacity.
Need a charm to help control your third eye? Crank it up or close it down with a bottle cap.
Bottle energy by filling a soda bottle with a charged medium and set it to slow release with a cap only partially sealed.
Need a charm like the soda tab to be open and effervescent, but don’t want it always on? Bottle cap.
And, of course, there’s the lovely little spikes on the damn things. Ever step on one? Yeouch.
Press into your palm if you’re doing an evil eye and want to transmit pain. Add to wards as a deterrent. Work it into curses as a literal stumbling point.
Want to take your sympathetic sacrifice to the next level? Stick one in your shoe for a day and use it to charge up an inconvenience or pain curse, or flip the script and use the pain as a sacrifice to pull down good luck, good fortune, or blessings by trading bad now for good later.
(This, as a sidenote, will work with anything uncomfortable in your shoe.)
Ballpoint Pens
Ok, so at the basic, you can write spells and draw sigils with them. Let’s get that out the way to start.
Moving right along, one of the other basic uses is as a stand in for a wand. The pen makes indelible marks, so it can be added into the casting to make a spell more durable.
But the real fun begins when you consider: it can be taken apart.
Want to banish something? Consider how fricken easy it is to lose a pen. Get a piece of paper and write what or who you want gone. Make it small, because the next thing you’re going to do is open the pen up and wrap that paper around the ink tube. Stick the whole thing back together. Let nature take its course, and when the pen is gone, so’s the issue.
(While I won’t tell you not to use this to banish things that can become someone else’s problem, this is best for things and people that you just want out of your life, not problems you want to pass along.)
And that ability to make scrolls has a thousand and one uses!
Make a lucky pen. Make a money pen, so every time you write a check or balance your books, you call money back to you.
Make a wand more potent. Make cheap and effective curse artillery. Curse that shit and set it loose, if you’re into that sort of thing.
Make a homing missile by writing a targeted spell in it and setting it loose to seek an approproiate target.
Make a whole bunch of lucky pens and cut them loose to bless everyone.
Make a pen to help you with your handwriting, spellcraft, and what not.
And that’s not even getting into blessing a pen so the ink can be used to draw temporary tattoos on your skin that have extra potency, or sigils that are primed for charging, or for magical vandalism. (Vandalize at your own risk.)
Go Wild!
So that’s it for this one. I’mm try and sit down and explain more of this shit that i do in the hopes that you fuckers get some use out of it.
That feeling when you ask your Tarot Cards a question and they give you a completely different answer to a completely different problem you won’t even realize is a problem for like months
and when you do realize what problem they were talking about your just like
Somebody please fucking enchant me with the motivation to finish packing my entire apartment.
Ugh okay fine
Anoint a drawing of an eye with basil and pepper. Tack the drawing above your workspace, or in my case, directly next to my comfy chair where I sit when I’m not packing.
The eye is watching you. It’s watching you not packing up your apartment. It won’t do anything but watch, but it will only be satisfied when it sees you finish your task.
Scribble it out when you’re done to send the eye on its way.
I’m not sure if you intended this impromptu spell to have scientific backing, but it actually does.
We absolutely behave differently–and, more importantly, in the ways we think we “should” be behaving at the time–if we think we are being watched.
I see what you (possibly unintentionally) did there. Pun fully intended.
Not everything works out the first time. That’s okay. Growth means attempting new challenges, many of which we will fall short of. We can see it as failing, or we can see it as practice. We can retreat into ourselves, or we can take what we’ve learned and move forward. Failure or practice. It all comes down to how you look at things. Your mindset is your destiny. It’s all up to you.
rising – what people think of you / first impressions
venus – your fashion, women you attract, how you flirt and act in relationships
mars – how we deal with anger, men we attract, sex drive
ARIES the RAM
aries sun// an aries sun has strong leadership skills. they take problems head on. generally very brave. you want an aries sun if you want adventure and excitement.
aries moon// people with an aries moon are stubborn and impatient. they live life in the moment and don’t like long-term goals. you want an aries moon if you want someone that craves new things to do RIGHT NOW.
aries mercury// people with aries mercury make quick decisions and don’t think through their decisions much. they’re very direct and candid. you want an aries mercury if you want someone to help you come to a decision or give you an honest impression of something.
aries rising// an aries rising doesn’t like to plan ahead. they’re competitive and like to play a little dirty. they have a young innocent kind of charm. you want an aries rising if you want to learn how to stop overthinking everything and cherish your freedom.
aries venus// venus in aries is daring. they behave very childish. they like direct and honest people. they like to be the leader in the relationship, so let them. you want an aries venus if you like being dominated and having endless fun.
aries mars// people with an aries mars are spontaneous. they like simplicity, action, and innovation. they’re often a step ahead the rest of us. you want an aries mars if you want someone that can be angry for you when there’s a problem in your life. if you want someone that’s down to do anything.
TAURUS the BULL
taurus sun // tauruses are dependable, sensual, and hard-working. they enjoy nature and aren’t big fans of change. they also tend to be a bit possessive. you want a taurus sun if you want someone reliable and kind.
taurus moon //someone with a taurus moon likes familiarity. they’re strong-willed and sentimental. once they make a commitment, they like to stick to it. you want a taurus moon if you want someone that’ll keep a secret or do their share of work.
taurus mercury //mercury in taurus natives take their time to get to a decision, but once they make one, they don’t change their mind much. people like to listen to them. you want someone with a mercury in taurus if you want someone to stick to their word.
taurus rising // these people have a practical approach to life. they value security a lot. they’re also very cautious and careful. not flexible people. they like the good things in life. you want a taurus rising if you want someone careful.
taurus venus // people with venus in taurus tend to be possessive in love and like going slow. they like predictability and dependability. they are very loyal. you want someone with a taurus venus if you like clinginess and a steady relationship.
taurus mars // they value strength and stability. driven by security. they don’t like multi-tasking and they are very stubborn when angry. you want a taurus mars when you want someone who won’t change their mind.
GEMINI the TWINS
gemini sun // strong self-expression. extremely curious. felxible and adaptable. clever and witty. it can be difficult to know what a solar gemini really feels. you want a solar gemini if you want someone outgoing and exciting.
gemini moon // witty and charming people. they can be moody and irritable at home. lunar geminis worry, read, talk, and think a lot. they like to host events. you want a gemini moon if you want a charming person willing to be a leader.
gemini mercury // very quick-witted. they know a little about everything. they get bored easily, but are fast learners. they’re restless. good at decision-making. you want a person with mercury in gemini if you want to be intrigued.
gemini rising // they love to ask questions, interested in moving about in social circles. either bubbly, talkative, and quirky, or cool and intellectual. you want a gemini rising if you want to expand your knowledge.
gemini venus // people with venus in gemini will flirt with witty conversation and showing how much they know. hard to pin down. they need fun and variety. get a gemini venus if you like letting loose and letting them talk more than you.
gemini mars // scattered and unfocused. they use very angry words and are energetic when angry. very good at debating. quite fidgety. you want a gemini mars if you want someone who will help you win against someone.
CANCER the CRAB
cancer sun // strong survival instinct. protective of their belongings. very sensitive and don’t appreciate bluntness. avoid direct confrontations. very dependable and caring. get a cancer sun if you want someone sweet.
cancer moon // very attached and clingy to the things and people they love. a little bit moody. they may act irrationally. loony sense of humor and unique outlook on life. get a cancer moon if you want to be loved unconditionally.
cancer mercury // communicate with feeling. good listeners and slow responders. gentle, intuitive, and sentimental. takes criticism personally. can be easily persuaded. get a cancer mercury if you need to vent.
cancer rising // they stay in the corners of parties. they like it when their relationships have well-defined rules. they have to protect themselves. seem very sweet and innocent. get a cancer rising if you like introverted sweethearts.
cancer venus // they like committed and predictable relationships. they give security, comfort, and care. they pay attention to your feelings. get a venus in cancer if you like people caring for you.
cancer mars // passive-aggressive. resist change and like feeling secure. threatened by indifference. get a cancer in mars if you soft anger and sex.
LEO the LION
leo sun // they are hard-working, have big dreams, like making people happy, and love compliments. don’t accuse them of having bad intentions. loyal. get a leo if you like confident and loyal people.
leo moon // if comfortable, they like being the center of attention, usually with family and friends. they like controlling so that they can set things right. want to treat people fairly. get a lunar leo if you don’t like the spotlight on yourself.
leo mercury // authoritative voice. see the big picture. great at promoting ideas and persuading people. take pride of their beliefs. get a mercury in leo if you want someone who’ll get the message across.
leo rising // they get people’s attention. very self-aware and body-conscious. may have rash decisions and temper tantrums. they have a natural enthusiasm and optimisim about any new undertaking. get a leo rising if you want the star of the show.
leo venus // they are proud and demanding. they need to feel special and courted. warm, generous, and grand. very loyal to their partners. thrive on romantic attention and have high expectations. get a leo in venus if you want them to be the center of your life.
leo mars // they need to feel significant. they have high passion and enjoy power. they’re good at getting what they want. have a strong idealistic streak. get a mars in leo if you want someone who are natural born leaders.
VIRGO the VIRGIN
virgo sun // hard-working, determined, and respectable. they tend to get embarrassed easily. they prefer to be in the limelight. they’re very body-conscious. perfectionists. you want a virgo sun if you want someone who will be very careful and detailed in their work.
virgo moon // lunar virgos appreciate simplicity and enjoy the little things in life. they’re reliable and trustworthy. they tend to be really skeptical. you want a lunar virgo if you want someone who is appreciative and laid-back.
virgo mercury // they’re good at organizing and planning out their time wisely. not ones to brag and boast, but do like people to acknowledge their work. get a virgo mercury if you want someone under the radar.
virgo rising // generally reserved and intelligent. have to warm up to people before letting them in. have a tendency to attract people who need help. get a virgo rising if you want someone understanding.
virgo venus // virgo venus people aren’t very flirtacious. they don’t have showy gifts, but generous gifts. try hard to make the relationship work. sensitive and sometimes insecure in relationships. get a virgo venus if you want someone who’ll stay by your side.
virgo mars // virgo mars people get things done really well. they want to be good at what they do. protective. get a virgo mars if you want someone who puts in effort.
LIBRA the SCALES
libra sun // sociable, intellectual. and approachable. they don’t like fighting and wish to find inner peace. they want to find the best way to live. you want a libra sun if you want someone peaceful and generous.
libra moon // they feel the need to have someone they can rely on and have a strong partnership. they’re very charming and have an innocent aura. they tend to see flaws in a lot of things. you want a libra moon if you want someone to complete you.
libra mercury // pleasing communicators. they long for equality and are very fair people. they express things gently. they always seek for compromise. get a libra mercury if you want someone fair.
libra rising // these people come across nice, pleasant, fair, and peaceful, so as a first impression they’re very likable people. attracted to competent, active partners. you want someone with a libra rising if you want someone mostly everyone will get along with.
libra venus // they try to impress people with their kindness and equality. likely to be a feminist. they love to share everything with you. they try hard to make the relationship work. get a libra venus if you want someone charming and fair.
libra mars // libra mars people like to think before they act. they like to play innocent and defend themselves a lot. they’re good at predicting problems that may come up in the future. you want someone with a mars in libra if you want someone careful with their words.
SCORPIO the SCORPION
scorpio sun // they are very intense people. determined and throw themselves into everything they do. these people know what they want and will find a way to get it. you want a scorpio sun if you want someone with stamina and willpower.
scorpio moon // lunar scorpios seek for emotional intensity. probably prone to mood swings and sadness. they have a strong fear for betrayal. you want a scorpio moon if you want someone to be there for.
scorpio mercury // they have strong observation skills. they are powerful, persuasive, and passionate in their speech. you want a scorpio mercury if you want someone who will dig through layers to find an answer.
scorpio rising // they don’t like being pushed around. they value their privacy a lot, and are powerful and determined. they’re drawn to down-to-earth people. they have to be able to rely on you. you want a scorpio rising if you want someone independent.
scorpio venus // scorpio venus people attract others with their intensity and willingness to commit. they will give you full attention and put you and themselves in the spotlight. you want a scorpio venus if you want a public relationship.
scorpio mars // they challenge themselves to do the impossible. they don’t like having to share their partners, and have a provocative quality to them. you want a scorpio mars if you want someone protective with a high sex drive.
SAGITTARIUS the ARCHER
sagittarius sun // restless, cheerful, and friendly. generally on the go and have a love for freedom. they are extremely optimistic and have a blind faith in humaity. you want a sagittarius sun if you want someone who will help you see the bright side of things.
sagittarius moon // they crave personal space and freedom. they’d make a good teacher. they want to go out in the world and meet new people. they tend to escape their problems. get a lunar sagittarius if you want someone optimistic and bright.
sagittarius mercury // they have very big ideas and like to communicate them optimistically. they don’t like paying attention to details. they’re enthusiastic and definitely not boring. you want a sag mercury if you want someone enthused and excited for things.
sagittarius rising // very adventurous, enthusiastic, and optimistic. restless and active people. they’re hilarious but underrated in terms of humor. get a sagittarius ascendant if you want someone ready to go anywhere and laugh with you.
sagittarius venus // these people like to learn new things and do everything with their partner. they love joking and flirting and have big dreams. get a sag venus if you want someone that loves exploration.
sagittarius mars // these people try to escape from their anger and problems. playful and fun-loving, though can go to extremes. sometimes they can be hard to understand. get a sag mars if you want to be challenged.
CAPRICORN the GOAT
capricorn sun // these people have a realistic, practical approach to life. they know how to do things and how to get them done. they take pleasure in the simple things in life but may spend lavishly sometimes. they can plan ahead well. you want a capricorn sun if you want someone who’ll get the job done well.
capricorn moon // these people keep their emotions in check. they don’t like messy feelings and come across as calm and collected. they respect authority and tradition. get a lunar capricorn if you want someone who does well under pressure and stays focused.
capricorn mercury // often speak slowly and methodically. they don’t like being taken off-guard and can seem strict and judgmental. hates wasting time and appreciates values. you want a capricorn mercury if you want someone who will keep everyone in check.
capricorn rising // they tend to come across in a serious way, and their humor is often sarcastic or in a dead-pan way. responsible and careful. usually very successful. get a capricorn rising if you want someone serious and not too goofy.
capricorn venus // try to impress people by showing responsibility and being in control of their mind and emotions. they can be rather romantic but come across as lacking warmth. you want a capricorn venus if you want someone responsible.
capricorn mars // they have a low-key but determined energy. anger expressed coolly with good self-control, along with strong desires. may seem cold. get a capricorn mars if you want to have a reasonable debate.
AQUARIUS the WATER BEARER
aquarius sun // may like to rebel and march to the beat of their drum, whether you can see that or not. sometimes a bit aloof or even standoffish. need space and personal freedom. very intelligent and humorous. get an aquarius if you want someone unique.
aquarius moon // very observant. likes to know why people do the things they do. can be idealistic. may have messy emotions in youth, but seem cool and collected in adulthood. get an aquarius if you want to know answers to questions.
aquarius mercury // unconventional and loves to break the rules. detached and intelligent. very delightful company and you’ll never get bored around them. likes to offer different perspectives. get an aquarius mercury if you want to see the world differently.
aquarius rising // they are individuals and want people to respect them. they like to shock others, with stories, actions, words, etc. are curious and big humanitarians. you want an aquarius rising if you want someone that cares about the world.
aquarius venus // very open-minded and laid-back. thinks about the future and forgets about the past. wants you to acknowledge how interesting and unique they are. get an aqua venus if you want someone that isn’t too clingy.
aquarius mars // can be hard to understand. very good at being sneaky and getting what they want. they like to let others be. they want their own freedom and will give you yours. you want an aquarius mars if you want someone that stands out.
PISCES the FISH
pisces sun // these people are open-minded, adaptable, flexible, and very understanding. they have big dreams and may get caught up in the moment. sensitive to criticism and others’ feelings. get a pisces sun if you want someone empathetic and willing to adapt.
pisces moon // dreamy and not too in touch with reality. can put themselves in other people’s shoes easily. soft-hearted and sweet, and likes to rely on their intuition. you want a lunar pisces if you want someone is kind and never indifferent to your feelings.
pisces mercury // gentle communicators. very good listeners and connect to other people’s emotions. often pretty vague in their words. dreamy and indirect. pisces mercury people are good if you want someone to listen to you.
pisces rising // they like to go with the flow. they don’t like labels. they have an irresistible charm and have vague direction with where they want to go in life. get a pisces rising if you want someone who lives in the moment.
pisces venus // soft-hearted, imaginative, and romantic partners. can be afraid to commit even though they usually want to. enjoys tender moments and sets high expectations, but is alright if they’re not met. get a pisces venus if you want someone you can truly connect with.
pisces mars // mild-tempered and gentle. defensive of friends and family, but doesn’t like to fight dirty. has bursts of energy and then slows down in between. get a pisces mars if you don’t like aggression.
When working with dried herbs make sure that they are always completely and totally dry before sealing them in a container (which should also be totally dry). Also, if you use them for spells later on where they will get wet plan for how you will dispose of the spell. Herbs/plants/etc. will mold something terrible if you’re not careful with how you store/dry them.
School Witch Tip: doodle sigils when taking notes. Doodling helps your mind filter through information and keeps your mind occupied so you don’t zone out, and sigils are a great way to enhance your learning. I particularly like ones for staying awake and focused.
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