get your

way with
masical \
power

marina bak~r
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T~~nag;~
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with masicai power

Marina E>ak-e.r

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.BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA
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Cont~nts The butterfly speil 50

Notice me spell 52
Introduction 6 Obsession mandala 53
Hov.1 do magic spells work? 6 Love nurture 54
Casting a circle 9 Hands off 56
Commonly asked questions 11 Please don't shout 57
Good witch practice 17 Farnily home charms 58
Fantastic party spell 60
First spell: find the Spirit 18 Changing spell 61
Lucky charrn 20 Forgiveness from the skies 62
Good fortune accumulator 21 \/',ihiter than white spell 6'1
Mega success spell 22 Green fingers spell 66
The great ~avings spel l 24 Squabbling siblings peace spell 68
Anti-hex 26 Ill feelings dispelling spell 69
Spell in a bottle 27 Rainbow peace spell 70
Good rnood in the morning 28 Psychic developrnent 72
Revision spell 29 Alternative peace spell 74
Study buddy talisman 30 Cold spe!I 76
lnvisi-spell 32 Seashell spell 77
Handwriting spell 33 Fellow traveller spiral spell 78
Rainy spell 34 Bereavement spell 80
Sunny \ pell 35 The blessing of the unicorn 82
Bully freeze 36 Quell the fire 84
Sunrise spell 37
Full moon spel l 38 The witches' sabbats 86
Birthday spell 40 lmbolg - 2 February 87
Sleepy spel! 4'1 Beitane - 30 April 88
Anti-cramp speil 41 Midsumrner - 21 June 90
Once-a-rnonth 1 42 Lughnasa -- 31 July 92
Once-a-month 2 43 Sarnhain ·· 31 October 93
Vice spell 44 Yule - 21 December 94
Tidiness soel! 46
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Shiny shiny 48 Afterword 95
Irresista-spell 49 Acknowledgements 96
 IntroJuction
Empovver yourself through witchcraft. Seize responsi bility. Act
upon your desires to change your life and the world.

So long as your t houghts are pure and you mean no harm to

others, the spells in this book can help you to do just that.
Change the world. What t his book cannot su pply, however, is
the most important ingredient of all: you.

You are the on ly one who can provide t he imaginat ion, strong
wil l and belief to carry the spells off t he page and into the
cosrnos where they may begin to work their magic.

How Jo rnag;c sr<lls work~

Magical power surrounds us. It may be found in everything from
rocks and metal to wood, rai nwater and a gentle breeze. Plus
ourselves, of cou rse.

We cal l this energy the fifth element. essence or, put most
simply, Spirit. This Spirit is all povverful. It is t he basis of life itself.
It makes the planets spin, the t ide come irt, the sun rise and the
seasons come round agai n. It also affects our moods and inter-
actions - both with the world around us and between people.

If we can harness this povver and channel it, we can use it to

achieve great things . So r.ow do we do t~is? To begin with we
have to open our hearts and minds and acknowledge the Spirit.

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We do this by focusing our attention on tangible objec.t.s knovvn

to contain the Spirit. such as candle flames , pebbles and flovvers.

Other useful tools include coloured ribbons, crystals , rain1rvater

and personal items such as hair or nail cl ippings. All pretty basic
stuff, away from t he context of vvit chcraft . But in t he right setting
- a spell -- they act as a catalyst, ai!ovving us to channel specific
aspects of the Spirit.

This is achieved through help from God and Goddess. We

are all familiar, I'm sure, vvith the concept of God. In witchcraft
we have two Gods, one male, the other female. Hence God
and Goddess. Which is how it shou ld be. God and Goddess are
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not imbued with human qualities like t he deities of Greek
rr1ythology, although v-Je do sometimes cali upon them , speak to
thern , as though they were almost human. Th is is more for our
benefit. to help us express our needs.

The best way to envisage God and Goddess is as two unique

energy sources. To aid v isualisat ion v,1e think of God as
represented by the Su n and Goddess as symbolised by the
rnoon .,God and Goddess aren't actually t he sun and the rnoon ,
of course. 13ut the sun and moon are part of then,. Understand
this concept and you are well on you r way to becoming a witch .

You also need to know about t he four elements: fire, earth,

v\1ater and air. Fire and earth are associated v,;;th the sun . Water
and air are connected wit h the moon. Everything living depends
on the e!e111-ents. Without t hem, nothing cou·ld survive . In fac.i ,
the world vvould not exist, since the elernents make up the very
fabric of our entire existence. The elements are the world .

Medit ate a moment on the significance of the four elements -

hovv they work together, their potential use to us - and you

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begi n to understand thei r importance. And why, therefore,

witches hold them in such high esteem.

W itches realise t hat objects such as candles, stones, flowers and

rai n not only represent t he elements, t hey are of t he elements.
And each element contains the Spirit which is part of the w hole
Spi rit. Thus when cast ing a spel l, assuming it is cast well - which
requires thought, respect and a cast-iron belief in bu r abilities -
witches have the ent ire energy of the universe at t heir disposal.
And n'othing on earth comes more powerfu l than t hat.

Uphold the Witch 's law we must,

In purest love and earnest trust.
Please think before a spell's begun:
"If I harm no one, then no harm is done.
For what I do comes back to me,
Multiplied by the power of three."
If followed with your mind and heart,
We 'II merry meet and merry part.
If followed with your mind and heart
We 'll merry meet anon .

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Castini a Circk
Casting a circle before a speH is an important ritual . This mental
and physica: preparat ion helps you to be focused and vvill have a
positive effect on your magic.

To this end. before casting, make sure you are unlikely to be

disturbed and if necessary give the room a quick tidy, to
minirnise chaotic influences.

Next lay out the tools and ingred;ents needed on the altar. This
should l:e from east to west, allowing you to face north.
Directions may be determined with a compass .

Hold your vvand out from your body, pointing northwards.

Visualise a vvhite light emanati ng from you r wand and vvalk
slowlyf n a clockvvise direction.

As yo1..: walk say:

"This circle is a positive field, a protective shield."

Walk the circle a second tirne, saying:

"This circle keeps me safe within, no harm can enter in."

\/Valk the circle a third time, saying:

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 "This circle will enhance my spell ensuring that I ca.st it well. "

Facing north, t race a pentacle (see page 12) in the air with your
wand . Do the same to the east, south and west.

To open a circle at t he end of a spel l, point your wand

northwards and walk the circle in an anti-clockwise direction,
saying:

"/ do not break this circle but the circle is undone.

The spell that I have cast it has begun.
M indful of the witch's rede
Now the magic has been freed
I will harm none.
Yet if harm's done
It shall return by the po11ver of three. "

Note t hat witches worki ng in the southern hemisphere

prefer to cast their ci rcle in an anti-clockwise direction and open
it clockwise.

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Commonly ask~ ~dions

This section should answer any questions you may have arising
out of the spells in this book - and a few others besides.

What shoulJ r w~ar~

Casting a spel l is a special occasion , so why not dress up? You
should keep an outfit specifically for v,1earing when working
your rr1agic. It doesn't have to be bought especially or
expensive. It shou ld be dean, not something you have been
wearing all day, and loose fitting - comfortable, in o~her
vvo rds.Don 't go fo r somet hing long and flowing vvith big
sleeves, since these can get in the v,ay, and when working with
candles could present a hazard . For the same reason , if you have
long hair, tie it back.

\\i1w_r~ Jo I i~t holJ ot· th.mi s lik~

c.rystalJ: s~llJ: rittonJ: ~tc~
Most of the ingredients used in these spells may be found.
Candles, ribbons essential oils and burners can be purchased
from ~ od department stores. Crystals arc often sold in specialist
shops - either geological or pagan.

V'Jw_r~ Jo r finJ a wanJ~

You \'Viii find t he right wand for you when you go looking for it.
Hazel is the best, although oak, rowan and apple may also be
used. So it is helpful if you look beneat h these trees. A twig might
have fallen naturally f rom the tree or be hanging off, waiting for
you to come along. If you don't know you r hazel from your app!e,
get your hands on a book that can he!p you to decipher the
various species.

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What is a r~ntack?
It is a five-pointed star represent ing the four elements and the
Spirit. It should lie in the centre of you r altar for all spells unless
otherwise stated. Pentacles can be bought, but they can just as
easi ly be made.

Take a pair of compasses and draw a circle . Keeping the

compasses open at the same distance (i.e. that of the radius of
the circle) , place the point of the compasses on the perimeter
and make a mark to create a cross on the edge of the circle.
Put the compasses point in the middle of the cross and make
another mark. Continue to do this al l the way around the circle.

You will now have five crosses. With a ruler, draw a line to link
up every other cross. When completed you wi ll have a pentacle.

For spell use, you can make a pentacle out of stiff card or, if you
have access to the right equipment, from clay or wood .

What Jo r ne...u for an altar~

A small table or chest is suitable. This should be covered with a
white cloth kept specifical ly for t his purpose.

Don't witdltl ne...u Lonfirtl~ We. on(y

hav~ a communal iarckn w~~ r li'-k..
What shoulJ I Jo~
None of the spel ls in this book involves lighting fires. They are
unnecessary. Candles will provide all the power of t he fire
element needed for your magic.

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How Jo r ~lt wax~

Stand a puddi ng bovvl in a saucepan containing 5crn/2in of
water. Put the candle or candles in the bowl. vvhich shou ld be
reserved for th is purpose thereafter. Place over a rned ium heat
and the wax vvill melt.

Melted wax is hot. Do not put your fingers in it. and be very
careful vvhen carrying the bovvl, since you don't want to spill the
contents. Depending on room temperature plus t he size and
quality of the candles, the wax may be rnou lded vvhen it has
stood for about 20 minutes to half an hour. Stir with your wand
occasionally during this time. W hen you corne to rnould it, test it
tentatively to ensure there are no hidden pockets of hot vvax that
could burrf you.

It goes without saying that rnelting viax is an activity that should

be avoided when there are young children around. Accidents
can happen and an unfortunate youngster could be scarred for
life. Remember once again, 1f you harm no one no harm is done.

How Jo f Lum sai:e.~

If pickef fresh, dry the sage out for at least a day. Use a taper to
light it, then blovv gently to extinguish the flame . It should then
smoke for a fevv rr1inutes and go out of its own accord.

!fit continues t o burn for longer than is required by your spel i,

set it do1;vn in a heat-proof dish such as a day bowl.

These instructions also apply when using a bunch of sage bound

vvith cotton thread. Take seven sprigs and tie at the bottorn end .
\/Vrao the thread around them towards the end of t he leaves,
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then back again and tie.

As with candles, do not leave burning sage unattended.

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How Jo J i~t holJ of hair or nail

clirrmr:;s f>rom Jo~LoJy ~lS.f..~
You w ill have to use your initiative on this one. Once you have
got hold of it, place it in a small pill-box, so that you don't
muddle it up with other specimens.

N-lat it. 1 Jon·t hav.f.. canJkr or thr~aJs

in t~ rir:;ht colours~
Go and find them . Colour is important. Did you know that the
colours we can see with the naked eye - those of the rainbow -
form only a small part of t he entire colour spectrum? The reason
we can see rainbow colours is that our eyes have the abil ity to
read the frequencies . It's a bit like an AM radio. Any number of
radio shows may be broadcast in the vicinity, but an AM radio
can only pick up AM frequencies.

The "colour" frequencies that we can't see include X-rays -

beyond the violet end of the spectrum - and microwaves at the
other end. Radio waves occur further along the red end.

Make an effort to find the right ingredients. You might not fully
understand the principles of colour use in spells, but you'd
better believe that the Spirit does.

Here is a simplified table of the significance of colour as used in

this book:

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pink love, romance , honour, morality, friendship,

compassion

orange energy, assertiveness, endurance, encouragement,

adaptability, stimulation, fire, to seal a spell
yellow intellect, confidence, communication, eloq uence,
movement, happiness, success. self-esteem, attraction

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prosperity, finance. luck .
light blue h~a!ing. peace, patience, fnendship,understanding,
protection .of home, water, air
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· 'severe disease, spfrtt~Jal1ty, meditation,

er, tension, ambition

silver intvition, drearos

, release, rene1.val, chaos,

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Do I ~~ to join a cov~n to kco~ a

witch?
No. It is only since the middle of the last century that w itches
have opted to work in groups, called covens . But it has always
been, and most definitely still is, perfectly acceptable to work
alone. If you have contact with other young witches via the
Internet. you can work simu ltaneously to lend a spel l your
combined strength.

If you know of other aspiring young witches in your area, there

is no reason why you can't pool resources occasionally without
forming a formal coven. The witches sabbats provide a perfect
opportunity for you to get together - you will find more about
them on pages 86-94. After a rite, you can let your hair down
and party. There is a spell in this book to ensure that such a
gathering is successful (see page 60).

Open it before you move from the spot where the spell was cast.
The burial or hiding is actually an affirmation, for your benefit as
much as for the elements and the God and Goddess.

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GooJ -witch rractic~

1 Wish no harm on others. Be aware that harm may be
caused unintent ionally. Observe this number one rule, and
the rest should fall into place.

2 Keep matches, oi ls, candies, etc in a safe place where

small hands can't get hold of them. Out of sight is not
enough. They should be stored out of reach.

3 Candles should be placed wel l avvay from curtains, plants,

papers or anything else 'Nhich might catch light. Never ever
leave candles burning unattended .
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4 When out collecting material for your spells, take a friend
or responsible adult with you. Make sure your parents or
carer know where you are and at what time you expect to be
home. If you change your plans, call and tell them.

5 Never embark on a spell that requires bathing if you are

particularly frazzled and exhausted. Fal ling asleep in water is
highly dfngerous .
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6 If a particular plant grov,1s in abundance it is probably okay
to pick a fe1,v flov.1ers for a spel l. But some species of wi ld
flowers are protected and should be ieft alone. If at all
possib!e, take plants frorn sustainable sources, such as your
own garden or houseplant col lection.

7 Essential oils should never be appl;ed directly to the skin

unless diluted in the correct proportion vvith a base oil. Oils
should never be ingested. Ensure the water used is vvarm
and do not allow the dish to burn dry. ,A.lways use a tea light
candle in a rnetal case with a burner.

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 first sr~ll: finJ t~ Jririt
A self-initiation. Accomplish t his task and you may begin to call
yourself a witch . For once you have found and acknowledged
the Spirit. you have the power to cast a spell.

Don't worry if you find t hi s spel l difficult. Visualisation takes

practice. It could take weeks to really feel you have transported
yourself and opened up your senses to the elements. But it is
well worth the perseverance.

an oil burner • 3 drops of lavender oil

Sit cross-legged, hands resting on knees, palms facing upward.

Close your eyes.
-- . ~-
Breathe in deeply through your nose. then out through your
mouth. Do this until you relax and clear you r mind of thoughts.

Now imagine yourself alone somewhere beautiful. A mountain.

A beach. Wood land . Transport yourself there in your mind.

Ask yourself, what is the weather like? Warm sunshine? A

strong breeze? Is it raining? How does this feel on my skin?
What can I smel l? Salt air? Flowers? Soil? What can I hear? Bird
song? Waves? The rustle of trees?

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Contemplate the nature of the elements and how fi re, earth,

water and air all play their part in this envi ronment.

In your own time, return to the oil bu rner. Consider how each
element is represented and how they vvork toget her.

Keep breathing in through your nose and out t hrough your

mouth. When you truly understand, you may lift your arms,
palms facing upwards, and say:

"/ acknowledge the presence of the Spirit. I arn its servant and its
keeper. I may use its power to do my will, so long as none is
harmed and it be the Spirit's will."
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Lucky charm
a small stone with a hole in it • green ribbon

Thread the ri bbon through the stone and tie three knots to
secure it. Then chant:

"Imbue this stone with luck for me, multiplied by the power
of three. God and Goddess hear my plea. If it be your will,
then let it be. "

Wear the stone around your neck.

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GooJ forturn- accumulator

a crystal • an egg cup • a small bowl • a larger bowl •
a jug of rainwater

Place the crystal in the egg cup, then put the egg cup inside the
small bowl Jnd t he small bowl inside t he larger bowl.

Pour water over t he crystal until it just overflows from the egg
cup, saying:

"The divine powers of the God and Goddess protect me.

May their kind benevolence seek he/p from the Spirit in
the elements. "

Pour mire water on to the crystal until the water overflows

into the larger bowl, saying:

"Harness their potency, God and Goddess,

send joy and good fortune to bless me."

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M~g;a SUCCtlS sr~ll

1 green leaf • 1 yellow flower • 1 blue ·Aower • a handful
of earth • a bowl • an orange envelope

Hold up the green leaf with you r right hand, saying:

"This green leaf brings me luck. "

Sti ll holding the leaf, pick up the yellow flower in t he same hand,
saying:

"Th is y ellow flower bestows success. "

Pick up t he blue flower in t he same hand (holding on to t he

others) , saying:

"This is for the Spirit by whom this spell is blessed. "

Place t hem in the bowl and scoop up the earth, saying:

"/ sprinkle w ith our mother's earth,

a reminder that I still
must work extremely hard
if I'm to have my will."

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Look at the bowl and repeat this rhyrne tvvice more. Ac; you do,
imagine yourself engaged in the activities necessary to achieve
your goal (such as studying or practising) .

Place the flowers and soil in an orange envelope, seal it and store
it somewhere safe. Whenever you feel the need for a top-up,
hold t he envelope between the palms of your hand and repeat
the evocation three times.

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T~ ~~at savin~s sr~ll

You believe you would be happier if you were richer and yearn
for a spel l to prove it. But money spells must never be taken
lightly. Think carefu lly about where a fortune might come f rom.
Suppose it appeared in the form of an inheritance on the death
of someone special?

Like all the best spel ls, here's one for financial gain that involves
some discipline and application on your part.

3 gold coins (they don 't have to be real gold) • a green

enve lope • some gold thread • rainwater

Place the coins in the envelope and seal it .

Wrap the gold thread around the envelope, saying:

"This thread will bind both coins and mind.

This thread will bind both coins and mind.
Save I will and spend I might,
but saving is both true and right. "

Bury t he coins and sprinkle with rainwater. When you feel a

spending urge coming on, return to t he spot and sprinkle with
rainwater, w hile chant ing:

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"The thread it bound both coins and mind.
The thread it bound both coins and mind.
Save I will and spend I might,
but saving is both true and right."

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to be getting on with people, maybe it is because someone is
wishing you ill.

If this cannot be resolved through friendship, or you don't know

who is responsible for your troubles. try this spell.

a small apple twig • a hair from your head

Wrap t he hair around the twig, saying:

"Whoever it is that vexes me,

could vex then1sefves by the power of three.
As f wish them no harm, f'lf bind their power
to the safety of a neutral tree."

Place the tvvig and hair in the branches of a nearby tree.

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Jr~ll in a Lottk
Send good fortune oc.t into the vvor!d . It might make some lucky
person's day. You will also benefit. since al l t he magic you send
out retu rns to you multiplied by the povver of three.

a sturdy clear glass bottle • a cork • yellow paper • light

blue and green ink • lavender oil • purple ribbon

This spell is best performed around the time of a full moon, on a

trip to the coast. Using the blue ink, draw Celtic spirals in each
corner of the paper. In t he centre of the page dravv an Egyptian
ankh cross (see illustration opposite). Around it in a circle, using
the green ir1k, write:

"Finding this charm brings you great fortune . To release the

magic, hold your hands up to the sea, saying: 'Thank you, Spirit,
for blessing me.'"

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Sprinkl1 t hree drops of lavender oil on to the paper, roll it up
t ight,y and secure vvith the purple ribbon .

Slide :t. into the bottle and seal vvith the cork, saying:

"Mother Goddess, 1,vatch over this charm.

Urge the elements to ease its passage towards the one who will
look and find.
And let this person greet the rnessage with open mind
so they might benefit from your blessing. "

Throw into t he sea as the tide is going out.

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GooJ rnooJ in t~ momini

An essential spell for all you grumps out there who haven't a
pl easant thought or word to share with others before lunchtime.

jasmine oil* • a silk handkerchief

Pou r five drops of jasmine oil on to a burner. Stand up straight,

feet ~lightly apart. Stretch up to the ceiling and bend over to
touch your toes. Do this seven times. Jog furiously on the spot,
counting to 14. Touch your toes another seven times. Jog on the
spot count ing to 21.

Pour three drops of oil on to t he handkerchief and carry it w ith

you all day. Now eat some breakfast and cheer up.

* Jasmine oil is very expensive . It costs five times as much as

many oils for half the amount. But in this instance it may be a
worthwhi le investment for both you and you r family. Buy the
real thing. Often jasmine is diluted to bring the price down. Such
oils might create a nice scent, but they are not as effective at
altering one's mood.

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l\,~vision sr~ll
3 drops of geranium oil for girls or bergamot oil for boys
• oil burner • a crystal

Sprinkle the oil on to t he burner.

Sit cross-legged on the floor, a crystal in front of you, w ith your

hands resting on your knees , palms up.

Take a deep breath in through you r nose for seven counts.

Breathe out through your mouth for seven counts. Do this seven
+·
c1rnes.

!rnagine golden rain falling down on you , wash ing away your
tiredness and stress. When you are ready, say:

t
"My mind is empty My soul is free from the stress and worry
that make me weary. God and Goddess, now hear my plea:
give me the strength, vigour and courage to study. I will learn.
I will remen1ber. My knowledge will grow. If it be your will it
will be so."

Say this 3 times.

Repeat the breathing.

You are no\/'1 ready to vvork.

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JtuJy LuJJy talisman

So long as you don't distract each other, a study buddy makes
revision and homework easier. When you make a commitment
to sit down with your books, you are more likely to do so. Plus,
you can help one another with testing and explanations. Trying
to disentangle another's confusion often sorts it out in your
own mind. And once you understand something, you are far less
likely _to forget it.

2 good-quality yellow candles - 1 for each of you

• light blue, pink and purple ribbons plaited to form a cord
• objects you have collected on a walk with your friend

When studyi ng together burn half a yellow candle. The next

time you meet up, burn half of the other candle

When you can afford the t ime, skip a st udy session and go for
a walk instead . If you live in a town , find a park. If you are
fortunate enough to live near a beach, woodland or the foothills of
a mountain, go there. You can st ill test one another as you walk.

Look around for interesting objects, such as leaves, feathers,

flowers , smal l shells or pieces of bark. You will know what you 're
looking for when you find it.

Back home, melt both halves of the candles according to the

instructions on page 13.

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Ca!>t your circle and work wit hin it. When t he wax is cool
enough to handle, divide it in half and form two balls. Mould
each one to form a heart. Then decorate w ith the bits and pieces
from your walk .

Before t'e wax hardens too much, pierce each heart and thread
the cords through, saying:

"/invite.the Spirit to come to us, to bless us with the presence of

God and Goddess. At work and at rest may they lend us
strength to complete the tasks that are set for us. "

Open the circle, and wait until the wax is totally hard before
attempting to hang u~ the hearts - one in each of your homes.

Even when you have to st udy alone, you wil l be reminded of

each other's endeavou rs and feel spurred on to do better.

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Unprepared for a lesson? Dreading being called upon to speak in

class? Chant the following while staring directly at the teacher:

"God and Goddess hear my need

and understand why I must plead
for magic shafts of astral light
to hide me from this teacher's sight.
I haven't done the work, you see,
so please don 't let them pick on me.
Guide them to a mind so bright
they'll surely find the answers right."

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HanJwriting; Sf.f._ll
This spell dates back to the second century AD . More recently
the word abracadabra has been hijacked by conjurers who say it
w it h gusto w hile pu lling rabbits out of top hats .

Forget that. Traditionally t he word is believed to hold great

healing and changing properties. Because it is so powerful, it is
helpful to anyone whose handwriting resembles the work of a
maniac spider let loose vv1ith a bottle of ink.

white paper • indigo ink • white ribbon • sticky tape

...
Using the paper and ink, copy out the following by hand (do not
type it):
AbltACA DAE>flA
.AbltA CA DAE>ll
AbltACA DAE>
AE>flACA DA
Ab/lACA D
AbllACA
Ab!lAC
AE>R.A
A bft
Ab
A

Fold the paper in four, roll it arou nd the ribbon and secure with
sticky tape.

Tie the ribbon around your neck and wear it as a talisman for
nine days. Then, rising early, go to a river or stream. Sl ide out the
ribbon and w ithout opening the paper toss it over your shou lder
into the water.

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 Rainy sr~zz
Originally an Indian charm for bringing on the rainy season, this
updated version is usefu l f or avoiding outdoor sports, or for
getting a lift to school. But mindful of t he w itches' law, please
consider t he damage or disappointment a downpou r or lightning
might cause to others.

a blue candle (birthday-cake variety) • a bowl of rainwater

• dark blue paper

Place the candl e in the cauldron, ensu ring you don't get
t he wick wet. Tear up the paper and float t he pieces on t he
water. Light the candle while chanting the follow ing:

"Nimbostratus, cumulonimbus
bring me the jewel of rain
nimbostratus, cumulonimbus
only for a day
nimbostratus, cumulonimbus
bring me the jewel of rain
nimbostratus, cumulonimbus
then please roll away."

Chant until the water

snuffs the candle out.

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Junny Sf-{.ll
Most cultures have magical rites to control the weather. Th is one
is based on an Inuit practice, where the wind is called to the fire .
Once the air is contained within the two elements, of earth
(candle) and fire (flame), it is extinguished with the fourth -
water. This balance en sures minimal disruption to other
areas. But there will be some. For if you get your dry day (don 't
expect to create a heat wave) it will probably rain somewhere
else instead .

Taba is an Inuit expression meaning "It is enough. ··

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rainwater • a lighted white candle in a jar

After casting your circle, lift your arms skywards, saying:

"Taba taba taba wind. Taba taba taba. Leave the storm you brew.
Come warm yourself by the fire. "

Lower your hands slowly until they point to the candle.

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"Come in to the fire . Con1e in."

When you feel t hat t he wind has ansvvered your call, throw
water over the candle, saying:

"/ mean no harm to anyone and call upon the Spirit to ensure no
harm is done. To the four elements I give thanks. Let me now
welcome the unhindered presence of the sun. "

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PJully fr~-a~
dark purple paper • white chalk • light blue ribbon • access
to a freezer

Using t he chalk, write t he bul ly's name on the paper, then draw
a vertical line down t hrough t he name.
.
Roll up the paper to form a scroll and tie w it h t he ribbon.

Open t he f reezer and deposit the scrol l, saying:

"Freeze (name of person), freeze.

This bullying must cease.
You will not bother rne
and you must now go in peace."

Close the freezer and visual ise the bully losing interest and all
fear draining from you .

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Junris~ sr~ll
To be performed fi rst thi ng - as the sun rises - on a big day. You
might have an important test, an audition or an inteNiew.
Perhaps you are rnoving home or changing schools. This spell
ensures t hat you are able to make the most of ne\,v and
important situations .

.
As t he sun rises, go outside and face eastwards. Standing on
one leg and using your arms to baiance you (hold thern out in an
upward-poi nting V-shape), lift the other !eg in front of you .
Sweep it around to the side and then the back. Repeat standing
on the other leg.

Do t his seven times before holding one leg up and balancing as

motionlessly as you can. Should you begin to v,1obble, pu ll in
your tur{1my and irnagine a th read leading from the top of your
head up into the sky, holding you up, like a n1arionette.

When you feel your fingers t ingling - and they w ill - say:

"/ am at one with the a/I-powerful essence.

I thank you, God and Goddess, for the gift of your presence.
I welcome the Spirit into me, lending wisdom and energy.
With your help I can achieve to the best of my ability. "

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full moon sr~ll

If you were able to fly around in space, you could view a full
moon every day. The moon herself never changes . It j ust
depends where she happens to be in relation to the sun and the
earth. It is our planet that casts the shadow to create a waxing or
waning rnoon.

So why should a full moon be any more irnportant than a

crescent moon? Well, in one sense it isn't. The moon is the
moon is the moon. Yet a full moon provides light. In the days
before electricity and street light ing, a full moon was an
important source of illumination. You could harvest and hunt by
it, so man and wornan 's survival depended on it.

But the practical benefits of a full moon in no way detract from

the importance of planetary positions. The gravitational pull of
the moon is highly influent ial, affecting everything: the weather,
the sea, plants and us - our bodies are, after all, made up of
90 per cent water. Many farmers understand that planting crops
around a full moon can help seed lings grow.

This same povver can be utilised to strengthen our magic. The

follo\-ving spell can help you tune in and harness th is energy. But
all the spells in this book rnay be enhanced w hen cast around a
full moon.

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a crystal • a pentacle • a wand • dark purple candles in jars

Outside at night, p!ace your pentacle on the ground with

the lighted candles on either side. Hold the crystai in your left
hand and the wand in your right. Hold both arms up to the
moon, saying:

"Glorious Goddess, I bathe in your beauty, energy and light.

I acknowledge the magic of this night, the ecstatic spirit ofyour
might. While I may never fully understand the mysteries ofyour
powers, Great Mother, grant rne p erm ission to share in your gift.
Empower me to help others. "

The moon is always beautiful. Spare a rnornent every evening to

find her in the sky and marvel.

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&irthJay sr~zz
1 tree

Stand under t he tree, staring up at the branches, admiring its

shape, colours and text ure. Give t he t ree a big hug, saying:

"We're another year older, you and me.

I am human. You are a tree.
But the Spirit joins us so hear my plea:
may each new ring bring wisdom to me." ·

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Cast this spell just before bedt:me. It wi ll help you to put your
worries and troubles to one side in order to obtain a good night's
sleep. You w ill awake refreshed and more able to take on the
vvorld . Dried hops may be bought at specialist herb shops,
health food shops or any,vhere that supplies home-brevving kits.

muslin doth • indigo ribbon • a few drops of lavender oil •

an oil burner • a cup of dried rose petals • a cup of dried
hops • a cup of dried mint leaves • a cup of dried rosemary

Light the oil burner and sprinkle on the lavender oil. Place the
dried herbs in the muslin and wrap them up like a parce!. Secure
vvit h the ribbon, saying:

"Goddess of the night skies, I call upon your powers to make

a garland of the stars and set it gently down to rest upon my
shoulders. Let serenity soothe my eyes and clear my mind. May
a deep sleep rise and pass the time till morning lights the skies,
when I 'fight wake refreshed and by your spirit blessed. "

Place t he parcel under your pi llow vvhen you go to sleep.

I suffered from terrible night cramps during my teens. This cure

was suggested by a close relative . Because it 1s a traditional ··folk"
remedy, you need not cast a circle for this one.

a cork from a wine bottle • pale blue thread • red thread

Tie the threads arou nd the cork and place under your pillow.

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 Period pain - or cramps or dysmenorrhoea - can be so
disruptive. Low back ache, abdominal pain, nausea and possibly
faint ness make it difficult to get on with life.

If you suffer in extreme, tell you r doctor about it. in case there is
an underlying medical condition that needs attention. But in
most cases, period pain is simply the result of being a young
woman - nothing we can do about that, sorry! But anxiety
and stress certain ly exacerbate the problem. This we can do
something about.

There is no need to cast a circle for this folk spell. But you may
like to light a coloured candle of your choice, place it on t he
corner of the bath and gaze into the flame to aid relaxation .

3 drops rosemary oil • 2 drops peppermint oil

After running a warm bath - don't rnake it too hot or you might
begin feeling dizzy and flushed - drop the oil on to the water
and stir with your hand. Keep t he bathroom door closed to keep
the fragrance in the room .

Lie in the bath breathing in through your mouth and out through
your nose. As you breathe in, imagine the air going to your
tummy and lower back. As you breathe out, feel the pain leaving
your body through your mouth.

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When you have had a good soak and are beginning to feel more
"human", pull t he plug out first, then get up slowly. You don't
want to faint. especiai ly into a full bat h.

If you are suffering frorn fai nt ness and nausea, use a hot-vvater
bottle and heat the oil on a burner instead.

One~-a-month 2
5½ t easpoons hazelnut oil • 10 drops rosemary oil •
10 drops peppermint oil • 10 drops sage oil
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Rub this massage oi l around your hips, lower back and abdomen
for 1 minute. Do this every day for 5 days, from w hen your
period begins.

1-t is particularly helpful after t aki ng a warm bath (see Once-a-

month 1, opposite).

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Vic~ sr~zz
No matter hovv hard you wave your hazel wand , this spell, like all
t he ot hers, wil l not work unless you truly desire a positive
outcome and believe it is possible. Not easy, no, when we're
talking about a vice , such as nail-biti ng, squeezing spots,
smoking or watching too much television. You know you
shouldn't, yet you continue to do it al l t he same. But w hen you
feel a rr1oment of great mental fortitude coming upon you , cast
t his spell and give up your bad habit. For good .

1 jar with a lid • the thing you want to give up or a token

of it • a sprig of dried sage • dark purple ribbon • a dark
purple candle

Light t he tip of the sage with the flame from t he candle (read the
instructions on page 13 first).

Walk around wit hin your circle in a cl ockwise directipn so that

you become surrounded by a pl ume of sage smoke.

Place the token on t he inside of t he jar lid. Hold the jar upside
down over the sage. When the jar fills with smoke, pop the lid
on. Bind t he jar closed w ith ribbon saying :

"God and Goddess, bless my presence of mind.

Give me the courage to recognise that I chose to end this vice.
Should I be tempted to yearn, then more sage I will burn."

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If ternptation raises its head, repeat the spell using a new jar.
Should you soon find yourself vvit h three bound jars, bury t hem
in the garden and try t he Changing Spel l (see page 61) before
returning to this one at the next full moon. Novv you have
embarked on th is course of action, you must keep trying to stop .

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TiJimss sr~zz
Can you hardly get in to your bedroom for the mess? Do you
have trouble jamming your school locker shut before half the
contents spi ll back out on to the floor? Oh dear. You sound just
like t he old me.

Tidiness is a wonderful thing. An uncluttered environment aids

concentration, relaxation and a good night's sleep. It also makes
finding thi ngs much easier.

When you resolve to change your ways, don't attempt the

whole clean-up operation in one go. St art with your storage
areas, such as drawers, shelves and t he wardrobe Empty
t hese out one at a time and make three piles: one of things
you want to keep, one of obj ects you're not sure about and a
t hird for the stuff you must t hrow or give away. Sort through
the second heap agai n, putting everything in either the first or
third pile.

Everything you are keeping should be put away again. You may
now start on t he floor and, if you're feeling brave enough,
al l that j unk under the bed . You may even
fee l inspired to do the same t hing J ~.
' ' ,'. '/ ,-
·~ · ,~f -
wit h your school locker. ~-.... '#.·. •

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In the meantime, try this spel l. I'm afraid you wil l have to
clear a good-sized portion of the f loor first.

a packet of sea salt • a handful of lavender flowers • a

large bunch of sage, bound together with blue thread
(see instructions for burning sage on page 13)
...
After casting your circle , waft the sage in a spiral motion, saying:

"Chaos be gone from here. Pandemonium's rule now ends. Let

the elements weave their energies through this room to clear
and cleanse."

Open the circle and sprinkle salt and lavender on the floor. Go
to each corner of the room and clap your hands loudly, while
calling o&t dynamically:

"Go! Col Go!"

The following day, clear up t he salt and lavender

and get sorting!

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Jhiny shiny
W itches use herbalism as wel l as magic to have their will. Try my
mother's old recipe to give t ired hair a new lease of life.

half a bottle of you r favou rite shampoo • a large bunch of

rosemary • a large bunch of nettles (use gloves w hen
handling) • a large bunch of mint • 150ml/1/ 3 pint boiling
water • muslin cloth

Place the cloth over the bottom of the bowl 1,,vith the edges
lapping over the sides.

Place the herbs on the muslin and pour the water over them.

Leave to steep for 30 minutes.

Pick up the corners of the muslin and sq ueeze out the water.

Using a funnel, pour the liquid into your shampoo and shake to
mix. Wash your hair with it in the normal way

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Jrr-tiista=sr~ll
Best performed on a f;.JII moon at mid night.

1 small seashell • pink cloth • a hair from your head

• orange ribbon

Place the shell and the hair in the cloth.

Close your eyes and imagine yourself surrounded by golden

light.

Tie up the clot h w ith the ribbon . Keep the pouch on you at all
times and y6u will charm everyone you meet.

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~ Lutt~rfly sr~ll
Are you constantly late for everything? Do you never seem to
have the right things with you? Th is organisation spell is for you.

2 rose petals • relaxing instrumental music (Tibetan is very

good) • 2 orange candles impregnated with lavender oil
(dip the wicks in the oil and wipe some over the candles)

Play your music, at a low unobtrusive volume.

Having cast your circle, lie down on t he floor between the two
candles - each 30cm/1 foot away from your head - and place
the petals over your eyes.

Breathe in deeply through your nose and out through your

mouth seven times.

Visualise an orange golden light rising from your toes, up your

body to your head. Imagine you are a cocooned caterpillar.
Gradually feel your arms develop ing into beautiful large
butterfly wings.

As they grow, the cocoon splits open and you emerge into bright
sunlight.

Take to the a,r, looking down on a flower-filled enchanted

garden.

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Corne to land on a red rose. As you sit there, warming your

wings, count backwards slowly from 21, continuing to breathe
as instructed.

Say gently to yourself:

"/ a.m changed because I wish to be.

The on~y person barring me frorn change vvas n-1e.
I lacked consistency.
But now I am free to be
the being I want to be.
I am a new me."

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Keep lying down and breathing for as long as you wish . Get up
very slowly and open your etrcle. With your brand new frarne of
n1ind make an orderly list of things to do tomorrow. lnciude one
treat for yourself and one good deed for another.
 Notic~ ~ sr~ll
Think long and hard before embarking on this course of action.
Question your motives. Why do you desire t his person so
badly? Why do you suppose they have not fallen for you of their
own accord? Are they involved with someone else? Are you
both entirely unsuited? And remember that using magic on
others may not have the effect you desire . They are, after all.
their own person . Be careful what you wish for and be prepared
to de.al with the consequences, should your spel l be successful.

a nai'I clipping or hair from the person you admire • a red

wax candle • black thread • a nail • white cloth

M elt candle wax as instructed on page 13. W hen it begins to

solidify, mould into a ball before casting a circle. Press the nail
cl ipping or hair into the wax, then shape it into t he person's
form. Tie one end of t he t hread round t he effigy's waist and
the other round t he nail. Twist t he nail in a clockwise direction
so that the thread winds arou nd it , saying:

"Come (person 's name), come to me.

You don 't know why but can 't deny
your need to come to me.
My thoughts are pure and free from sin
but vvith this thread I draw you in .
Feel the pull of destiny.
Come (person's name), come now to me. "

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Wrap the nail and wax mode l i n white c loth and store
t hem somewhere safe , so t hat there is no chance of anybody
tampering with this powerful spell.

OLS-tlSion rnanJala
The Tibetans, one of the most spiritual of cultures, understand
that not hing lasts forever. They create intricate sand mandalas to
bring about change, then pour them avvay into a river. If you are
besotted by someone to the point of distraction, or are trying to
get over an ended relationship, make your own mandala .

..
a round tray • dry sand • dough made from flour, tea and
butter, kneaded and formed into 4 little cakes, all bearing
your own and the other person's initials • a handful of
grain, such as wheat or barley • a drum

Pour sand on to the tray. Use your finger to \,Vrite the name o~ the
person you need to cast out f rom your mind. Decorate around it
with svvirls and flourishes. Different coloured sands may be used
- be astlaborate as your resources allow.

Place the cakes around the edge to form t he corners of a square

within the ci rcle . Sprinkle the grain over t he mandala. Bang the
drum. Fee! guided by the Spirit as you vary the rhythm, tone and
volume. Over t his shout or chant:

"Change brings change and change brings change.

Nothing lasts, nothing is forever. "

When you feel sufficiently confident that you can take this id ea
on board, proceed outside and scatter the mandala.

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Lov~ nurtur~
1 carefully weeded small plot of earth about 40cm/15in
square somewhere hidden but not too dark • 1 packet grass
seeds • 1 forget-me-not plant • stones and shells

Use your wand to trace a heart shape 35cm/13in across. Place

stones around the edge.

Trace the initials of your loved one in the centre of the heart and
fill in w ith shells.

Sprinkle the grass seeds within the stone boundary and water
them . Plant the forget-me-not within the heart.

Tend every day, weeding and watering as necessary.

As the grass grows, it may be trimmed to keep it even.

Should you wish to call it a day on the relationsh ip, pul l out the
forget-me-not and cut the grass back hard.

Three days later remove the shells and stones and scatter them
somewhere they w ill do no harm.

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HanJs off
If you are subjected to unwanted physical attention, you are
totally within your rights to tell the person concerned where to
go. If you don't feel able to do this , talk to someone else about it
instead. Tell a responsible adult what is happening. Don 't think
you have to protect anybody by keeping quiet. They have
betrayed your trust by their actions. Put an end to the situation
now. Speak out.

If it is more a matter of someone having a simple crush on you ,

ease them down gently with this spell.

a lock of hair from their head • a small piece of red paper •

black ink • a nail • a hammer

After casting the circle, write the person's name on the paper
using black ink. W rap the person's hair in the paper. Place the
paper on the ground, somewhere secret. Bang the nail through
the paper into the ground, saying:

"I mean you no harm.

But I bind you still to leave me alone.
It is my will. "

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Pkas~ Jon't shout

Do your parents seem unable to sit dovvn and discuss their
differences like grown-ups? It might be tempting to get
involved, shout as loudly as they do, take sides. But let's not.
Instead, wait until the kitchen is clear, melt your wax, t hen take
you rself off to your bedroom and cast this spell.

2 small pieces light blue card • pu rple ink • 1 good-quality

white wax candle • 50cm/20in light blue thread • a hai r
from each of your parents' heads (check out their hair-
brushes and combs if you don't want to ask them directly)

Heat the 1hax according to the instructions on page 13. \rVhen

it has cooled, divide it in half and mould tvvo figurines, one
obviously rnale and the other fernale. Wrap the hair around each
head, ensuring you get the right hair for the right figure .

Take the light blue thread and tie one end round each model's
waist. Lay the thread out straight on the floor. Then gently begin
rol ling the figures towards each other - until they are close
togeth!:f and facing one other - saying:
..

"Please don't shout, Father and Mother. Please don 't shout. Talk
to each other. "

Store the figures in a box w here t hey won't be disturbed .

On each of the cards vvrite: "Please don't shout. I love you."

Then sign you r narne. Hide one in the pocket of a coat
belonging to each parent. They \'v'il i find thern soon enough.

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 f arnily ho~ charms
Families come in all shapes and sizes. In a dream world every
child lives \Nith both parents as one happy fami ly. But life for
many of us is not like t hat. lf you have lived as one family group,
separation or divorce can be particularly hard because you know
what you are now missing. And whichever parent you stay with ,
it just doesn't feel like home any more.

Make these charms and hang one in each of your parents'

dvvellings. They w ill remind you that you now have two family
homes. You are welcome, loved and protected in both. The
magic should rub off on your parents, too, ensuring they can at
least be civil to one another in your presence.

This spell is also useful if your parents have been apart for years,
or always. And if t here are step- or half-brothers and sisters
involved, this will help you all to feel part of t he same fami ly.

6 small seashells for each family member, including siblings,

step- and half-siblings • 2 larger seashells for each person •
2 tiny bells for each person • 2 smallish pieces of driftwood
(about 21 cm/ 9in long, or a bit more if you have a large
family) • light blue thread

Find shells that already have holes in t hem. Do not attempt to

p\erce them yourself.

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After casting your ci rcle, begin t hreading the shel ls, leaving a
4cm/1½in gap between each. Two shells should be followed by
t he bell , followed by the next small shel l, then t he large shell,
which wi ll hang at t he bottom of the thread.

Leave enough thread at the top, say 21 crn/9in, to attach each

strand to t he d riftwood about 5crn/2in apart. When you have
fi nished you w ill have two almost identical charms, both wit h the
same number of st rands. Step- and half-sibilngs should be
..
included on bot h charms. even if t hey spend time in just one
home.

Use more thread to create a loop to hang t hem up in a window

at each home.

As you work, rr1editate on your parents' relationship and ways

you can help your fam ily to get along toget her more posit ively.

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W hen y6u hang the charms say:

"/ call .u pon the elements to banish insecurity, quell discord

and adversity
Allow the Spirit to connect us as a family wherever we may be.
Help me to understan d I am not alone.
I am home. I arn loved. I am home."

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fantastic rart, sr~ll

friends • food • beverages • a selection of flowers from
your garden (if you don 't have a garden ask friends to bring
flowers with them) • yellow candles • lavender oil

Invite your friends around for a party. Call it a celebration of

friendship. You rnight hold it on your bi rthday or on a full moon,
or some other important day such as one of t he witches' sabbats
(see pages 86-94).

Display the flowers in vases around you r home. Place candles in

secure holders. Ever mindfu l of safety, ensure that the candles
aren't placed anywhere that presents a fire hazard (see Good
W itch Practice, page 17). Pou r a few drops of lavender oil on to
a lighted burner.

Just before you expect t he first guests to arrive , step outside the
front of your house. Hold your hands up to your home, saying:

"Spirits bless this party. May everyone who comes discover new
friendships and rekindle old ones. May all these kindred souls
find joy in my home. And when the feast is done and it's time to
part, may they carry the party away in their hearts."

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Chan~ng; sr~ll
a piece of pliable willow • a small bell • yellow, brown and
wh ite thread plaited to form a cord • a sprig of dried sage

Attach the bell to the cord and use to bind the wil low to form a
closed circle, like a bracelet. Wear it on your right wrist. Light the
sage (read the instructions on page 13 fi rst). Once it is burn ing,
blow out th.i flame and hold t he.sprig in your right hand. Swi rl it
in an anti-clockvvis.e direct ion before holding it still and asking
yourself t he followi ng three questions:

"What do I want to change?"

"W hy do I want to change this?"
"W hat is the best solution to bring about change?"

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Take time in between each quest ion to allow the ansvvers to form
in your mind.

After opening your ci rcle , display the bracelet where you

can see it, to remind you to act upon the decisions you have
come to.

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forg;iv~nus frorn t~ Ski-ti

Your mind cont inues to return to an old argument. The actions
of another made you so angry. But isn't it time to move on?
Friendshi p is invaluable. Bearing grudges wastes energy. Shed
the burden of troubled thoughts w it h this spell.

a mirror • pink flowers • rainwater • a bl ue sky

Lay the mirror flat on the ground so that it reflects the sky. Lay
the flowers on the mirror and sit cross-legged beside it.

Hold your palms out towards the flowers and channel all your
negative energies towards them .

Sprinkle water on to the flowers, saying:

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"Time moves in circles.

We move on the wheel.
Anger be gone.
The rift must heal. "

Hold your hands, palms up towards the sky, saying:

"Now my heart is open to positive energies.

Our bond is-restored, our friendship revitalised. "

Before opening your circle, make a pact with yourself to do

somet hing special for th is friend . And don't be surprised if your
change of heart requires some getting used to on their part.

W hen you r friendship is back on an even keel, if you th ink it is

appropriate, do the spel l toget her.

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Whit~r than "1hit~ sr~ll

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If you have developed a reputation that you feel is unfounded,

or t hat no longer suits you, casting t his spell wi ll improve your
public image.

3 small white pebbles • 3 white flowers • white ribbon •

3 white candles • a hair from your head • a jar of runny
honey with a t hird removed

Set the candles out on your altar to form a triangle poi nt ing
northvvards. Place the jar of honey in the rniddle. Touch the
pebbles w it h your wand, sayi ng:

"Three pebbles p ure and w hite,

lend me purity to set my image right. "

Pick up the flowers, saying:

"Three flowers pure and white,

bestow your innocence,
lend ,ne your lig ht. "

Put the Jowers and pebbles into the honey vvit h your hair. W rap
t he jar in t he white ribbon, saying:

"/ have 'regrets, I have done wrong.

But now I sing a different son-g .
I cause no trouble, I am no rebel.
This ribbon binds, rny whiteness trebles.''

Store t he jar out of harm's way. lf life gets tricky, undo t he ribbo n
and retie, chanting t he spell again.

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 Do you garden? A good witch should. A simple window box
or a few houseplants provide a good way of getting started,
instilling confidence before you move on to a flowerbed or
vegetable patch.

Find a simple text book that explains the basics. Really, it

doesn 't have to be complicated. Plants need water, sunlight, the
right-sized pot and nourishment. Precise requirements vary with
each species. Through careful observation, you wil l soon
recognise when a plant needs more water, less sunshine, etc.

Tend your plants wel l and you will be working in harmony w ith
the Spirit . As the seasons pass, you will be able to study the
rhythm of life at close quarters.

Such an experience can only fi ll you with wonder at the

workings of nature. Grow herbs and you can provide some of
the ingredients for your spells.

a rosemary plant • a lavender plant • a sage plant

• 3 seashells • 3 pebbles

In a w indow box or a round tub: layer crocks (broken bits of

flower pot) on the bottom to aid drainage and plant t he herbs in
a good potting compost.

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Secure well on a window ledge or in a sunny spot outside -

partial shade is acceptable , but it should receive full sunlight for
a period each d ay. Hold up t he shells and pebbles, saying:

"From the sky above and the earth below,

I call upon the Elements,
to help these plants to grow.
Spirit, breathe magical life into all I sow."

Place the shel ls and pebbles on t he soil, saying:

"Cod and Goddess, bless this effort with success."

Each time.you tend your plants , chant : "Blessed ~,vith success"

three times.

If you have to go away, make sure your plants ' need s are still
catered for. And sing t hen-1a song before you leave. Plants love
being sung to.

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 J~aLLling; siLling;s r~ac~ sr~ll
a magnet for each sibling, including yourself • a hair from
each of your heads • a small light blue candle in a jar

Place the magnets together, trapping your hairs between t hem.

As you do this , say:

"We're bo1;1nd together by the hair.

No more cries of 'That's unfair. '
No more squabbles, no more fights,
we'll live in peace with Jove and light."

Bury the rnagnets in the ground and place the lighted candle in
its jar above it. Repeat the chant and meditate on your siblings'
good points and ways you can help them to love you.

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dark purp le thread • white candle

Tie a separate knot in the thread for every embarrassing or

annoying incident you wish to put behind you . If it is something
t hat you regret, say: "/ forgive me" as you make a knot. If it is the
action of another, say: "/ forgive you" as you meditate on what
has upset. you .

Wrap the t hread tightly around the white candle, 2.5cm/1 in

from the top .

Light the candle.

VVhen the wick has burned down through the thread, these
troublrs are behind you .
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RainLo"' r~ac~ sr~ll

This spell may be done alone, but you may also invite close friends
to join you. Your collective powers, even if others are not practising
witches, will give the spell added momentum. And let's face it. Peace
has yet to be given a chance. Humanity needs all the help it can get.

1 flower in each of these colours: red , orange, yellow, green,

blue and violet • 1 white ribbon to bind the flowers in a posy
• a candle in each of the rainbow colours to match the flowers

Sit in a circle, facing inwards and holding hands, within the

ci rcle you have cast. Whoever organised the spell acts as the
high priest or priestess. Light the candles, saying: "Each candle I
light, I light for peace."

All say: "Bring peace. Bring p eace. Bring peace."

You say: "Red, to comfort those w ho suffer in grief."

All say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace."

You say: "Orange for the war wea,y."

P-.1 1say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace."

You say: "Yellow for those with injuries."

All say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring p eace."

You say: "Green for those who negotiate."

Ali say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace."

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You say: "Blue to quell the anger of those who violat~."

A ll say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace."

You say: "Violet for all who wish an end to hostilities."

All say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace. "

You say: "These flowers are a gift from the Spirit in all things.
May the Spirit in return send the world a blessing. An end
to war. An end to suffering. A future of hope, love, peace and
happiness blessed by God and Goddess."
A li say : "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace."

Leave the candles to burn down. After opening your circle the
flowers may be ,aid under a tree that is special to you . Whenever
you see a rainbow, say: "Bring peace. Bring peace. Bring peace. "
Close your eyes for a morrient and will it to happen.

If everyone did this spell, there vvould be no one left to fight. If

you have contact w it h other w itches, via the Internet or by
pr.one, tell tl:em when you intend to cast this spell and su-:-"
they work at the same time.
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Psychic kv~Zor~nt
Psychic abil ity means more than being able to see into the future
or know what someone is th inking. Really, it is about you being
in touch w ith the Spirit. This is a most important aspect of
witchcraft. It is what powers the spells.

This is why many spells require a degree of contemplation not

unlike the exercise below, the accepted basic meditation for
improving psychic awareness.

Psychic proficiency vvil l also be improved by the following

measures: exercise frequently, eat a healthy, balanced diet,
keep houseplants or take up gardening and get out into the
countryside as often as you can.

From time to time you can test your aptitude. Gradually you
should see a marked improvement on your score. To send a
message telepathically is as li1uch of a skill as receiving one. So
don't forget to take it in turns .

25 postcard-sized white cards • a black marker pen

• a friend

At sunset - outside if weather permits and you are likely to be

undisturbed - sit comfortably, with your back straight and your
hands resting, palms up, on your knees.

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Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth until
you are relaxed and focused. Imagine a golden light emanating
from your solar plexus as you breathe in. Feel t hat this light 1s fu ll
of love.

On your in breaths, say to yourself: "Spirit."

On your out breaths, say: "Energy."

This should'take about 15-20 rninutes.

Then, to test psychic capabilities. choose five symbols, such as

two wavy parallel iines, a triangle, a square, a star and a cross .
Draw each image five tirnes so that you have one image on each
of your 25 cards .

Shuffle thern up and get a friend to study one symboi at a time.

As the}do this, draw whichever image comes into your mind.

Repeat w ith the whole deck.

By the law of averages you should get five right. Any more
correct answers may be attributed to a psychic connection.

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Alt~mativ~ r~ac~ sr~ll

an act of kindness • an orange candle

After lighting the candle, sit cross-legged on the floor, breathing

in through your nose and out through your mouth.

As you stare into the flame, make a pact w ith yourself to initiate
an act of kindness today. Help someone less fortunate than
yourself. Smile at somebody, say t hank you. Open a door and
allow a person to pass in front of you.

As His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet once said: "The key
point is kindness . With kindness one will have inner peace.
Through inner peace, world peace can one day be a reality."

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ColJ Sf.f._ll
We all catch colds from time to time . And they can make you
feel wretched . The best way to ensure your .body can cope is
to eat a healthy, balanced diet, including lots of fresh fruit
and vegetables. You shou ld also exercise regularly, as this
strengthens the immune system.

But if you are feeling under the weather, the following spell
should help. The healing powers of tea tree and eucalyptus have
been known to the Aboriginal tribes of Australia for thousands
of years.

3 drops of tea tree oil • 2 drops of eucalyptus • red cord

Heat the oil on a burner. Tie seven knots into the cord . With
each knot say:

"Cod and Goddess, have pity and heal me."

Tie the cord around your wrist .

The following day, heat more oil and undo one knot, saying:

"Cod and Goddess, tflrough your powe I am healed."

Repeat unt il the knot~and the c©ld have gone.

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Occasionally a coid can lead to complicatio~s. Contact a doctor

immediately if your cold is accompanied by t vvo or more of the
followi ng symptoms: high temperature, chest pains, a stiff neck,
headache or a rash resembFng bruising that doesn't fade when
pressed.

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For a friend or relative v-1ith a serious illness.

20-30 seashells • 5 purple flowers • access to a safe sandy

beach as low tide is turning to come in (by safe I mean one
where you won 't be cut off by the incoming tide)

Face the sea and drav.; a pentacle in the sand with your vvand .

Press a Jurple fiovver into each point of the pentaci e.

Using t he seashells, write the initials of the person who is ill in

the midd le of the pentacle.

Chant t hree tirr1es:

"I call on the Spirit, the fifth essence, to bless you with a presence.
Air bring strength, fire bring rest, earth lessen pain and water
cleanse.
When comes the sea, by the Spirit let lt be
that you are healed by the power of three. "

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 Very occasionally you meet someone special. They're just
so easy to get along with. You share a sense of humour. Your
interests are similar. You speak the same language.

Such a moment is rare. For you have met a fel low traveller in this
world. This spell celebrates your friendship, and ensures you
gain wisdom from the knowledge of one another.

a pentacle • pink paper with your names on it, decorated

w ith a Celtic spiral • a spiral seashell • a small pebble • a
feather • a small candle • a homemade white cloth bag

After casting the circle, light t he candle.

Touch the pentacle w ith your wand and say:

"/ calf on the Spirit in all things to bless my friend. Goddess of the
moon, care for them. God of the sun, protect t hem ."

Hold the pebble at a safe distance above the candle. Move it in

a clockwise spiral three times, saying:

"May they find comfort in the earth."

Take up the shell and repeat the spiral motion, saying:

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"May the sea give them courage and serenity. "

Do the same with the feather, saying:

"May the wind lend them strength and cleanse their heart. "

Do the same with the paper, saying:

"May the fire warm their hearth and light their path."

Place the objects in the bag, saying:

"/n all these things may they feel the Spirit. And as these gifts are
blessed by,God and Goddess, so too is our friendship. Fluid a..c-;
the water, bright as the flame , light as the air, deep as the earth."

Whenever you 1,,vant to send warm vibes to your friend, sit cross-
legged on t he floor and lay the objects out in front of you . Circle
your hand in a spiral motion above them, saying:

"/ send you love from the beginning to the end.

As our Fjaths have crossed so our souls must blend.
I send y~u love and blessings, friend. "

Then imagine a great energy emanating from your being and

spiralling around your friend .

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Only when you can accept that a loved one has gone from our
world can your heart begin to heal. You may be thinking: "If only
there was a spell that could bring them back." Yet imagine if
there was such magic. The world would be overrun with all
manner of pain and suffering.

Some people find it helpful to discuss their feelings. Others

prefer not to because the very person they would talk to is
also distressed by the death and they don't w ish to upset
them further.

At such times you might try a spel l for sleeping, or one for
family unity to encourage support.

The following, however, is a spell that allows us to acknowledge

a death, to let go of the person and find strength to conti nue
with our own lives . You can do th,is spell days, weeks, mont hs,
even years after a bereavement. Only you will know when the
time is right. to set their spirit free t o soar.

an oil burner • a few drops of lavender oil • 1 purple

candle • light blue paper bearing the P,erson's name
and three reasons why you miss them, written in indigo-
coloured ink • a fireP,roof bewl • a sprig of rosemary

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Light the oi l burner and sprinkle oil on to the water before

casting your circle. Light the candies, saying:

"From the notth, the east, the south and west, come water, fire ,
earth and air. "

Place t he paper 1n t he bowl and use a cand !e to set it

alight, sayi-,;ig:

"I release the spirit of (person's name) to your eternal care."

Imagine the person smiling, bathed in golden and rnauve light.

Place t he rosemary in the bovvl saying:

"vVith tAis gift of herb their memo,y is sea/eel,

in the knowledge they are (r(:e and I will be healed."

Scatter the ashes and rosernary somewhere special within 24

hours. As you do, repeat t he charm .

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~ Lkssini oft~ unicorn

Perform this spell on the night of a full moon.

7 oak leaves • a bath • a white robe • 2 drops of

frankincense oil • 3 drops of lavender oil • 3 white
candles (placed at the 3 corners of a triangle , pointing
northwards) • a pentacle (placed within a triangle)
• 3 oak twigs bound with white ribbon • a crystal

Before casting your circle, drop the oak leaves into a warm bath
and soak yourself. As you lie there, close your eyes and imagine
a white light above your head. Feel the warmth of the glow
gently sliding down over your face and head. your neck,
shoulders. arms, chest, hands, fingers, waist , hips, groin, t highs,
knees, calves, ankles , feet , toes. chest.

As the light reaches each part of you r body, feel all tension
melting away. Then ease the light into your mind, emptying your
head of al l thought. DO NOT FALL ASLEEP.

Leave the bath , dry off and put on t he white robe .

Heat a few drops of frankincense and lavender oil on a burner.

Cast your circle. Light a cand le and, raising the crystal in your left
hand, touch the pentacle wit h you r wand. saying:

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"Goddess of the moon, I call on you.

God of the sun, I call on you.
Let the dark shine light, let the light shine dark.
Fire from wood and wood from fire
wind arouse and waves subdue.
God and Goddess, I call on you."

Place the crystal and wand on either side of the pentacle. take
the twigs in both hands, kneel and say:

"By this gift from the God and Goddess I summon the Unicorn.
If it be their will you will come to me in radiant purity."

Place the•twigs in your lap, open your palms upwards and w ith
your eyes closed await the blessing of t he Unicorn .

W hen you go to sleep, place the twigs beneath your bed for the
sweetest dreams.

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an amethyst crystal • a hazel wand • a lake • a hazel wood
• 2 apples, one with a moon symbol carved into it, the
other with a sun symbol

"I went out to the hazel wood , because a fire was in my head,"
wrot e the Irish poet W B Yeats, w ho was well aware of the
magical potential of hazel. These beautiful trees act as natural
conductors for negative energy, the ki nd that fills your head with
dark thoughts, anger, unhappiness, confusion .

The hazel \Nood Yeats had in mind is on the outskirts of Sligo

town in the west of Ireland. You would be fortunate to have a
similar wood near you. If it happens to nestle on the shores of a
shimmering lake, you would be blessed indeed. Aided by the
water, a great cl eanser, the amethyst attracting positive energies
and t he wand to harness the power of t he woodland, anything is
possible. The fire will subside.

If no hazel wood and lake are available, meditate on the

potential of t his spell and wait . I went out to Yeats' hazel wood ,
years after I first heard about it. That day it poured down with
rain, which amplified the forces at ~1ork. It changed my life and
vvas well worth waiting for.

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your right. Breathe in through your nose and out through your
mouth. As you breathe in, feel nature 's Spirit entering. As you
breathe out, feel a greater power leaving, taking t he fire with it.
You shou ld feel a tingle as the energies bu ild up and up until it
seems that your breathing controls the wind, t he ripples on the
lake, the movement of the trees.

Do this until you feel total ly at one with your surroundings,

connected to the Spirit in al l t hings. Continue for as long as
you desire. How you respond further to this amazing experience
is a very personal thing. You will know what to say and do when
the time comes.

Before le~ving, place the apples in a tree as a gift.

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~ "\Vitchtl' saLLats
Sabbats are celebrations , rites , festivals, that mark t he changing
seasons. The four greater sabbats are lmbolg, Beltane, Lughnasa
and Yule.

Some witches have very compl icated ceremonies that they

perform on these days. In the formal setting of an adult coven, rt
is thei r prerogative to celebrate as they see fit. But so long as you
give some thought. during the day, to the importance of the
date, it is enough just to celebrate the occasion with a t hemed
gathering of friends.

The one exception is lmbolg. a quiet private time, and one

of great importance in t he w itches' calendar because of its
associations with death and rebirth.

Also included here are ideas for M idsummer and Samhain (what
now tends to be cal led Halloween). These are known as t he
lesser sabbats, along with the Spring and Autumnal equinoxes
on 21 March and 21 September respectively. There are no
t raditional rites for these last two. They simply mark the quarter-
years between the Summer Solstice (Midsummer) and Winter
Solstice, or Yule.

You may acknowledge the equ inoxes, if you wish , by renewing

your last New Year's resolution. The Great Savings Spell (page
24) or Vice Spell (page 44) may be of use to you here.

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IrnLolg; - 2 f ~Lruary
A celebration of light and the com ing of spring, lmbolg
marks the end of winter, a t ime when life begins to stir in the
previously barren earth.

3 black cand les • a crown of si lver stars (made from silver

foil and attached to white ribbon) • black and white
ribbons twined around your wand • some early spring
flowers and greenery - snowdrops, crocus, catkins, leaves,
etc • a shawl • a handful of porridge oats • a broom

Light the candles, t hen sprinkle the oats on the floor. Take up
your wartd, saying: "From darkness comes light. From night
comes day From winter and death come spring and Iife. "

Set t he wand dow n, put on t he crown and the shawl, then take
up the flowers. sayi ng: "Girl in the moon, see off the darkness
and let the light in."

Touch the crown, saying: "Mother in the moon, disperse death

and rare life."
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Touch the shaw l, saying: "Wise grandmother in the moon, end

the winter and begin the spring. "

Sweep up the oats, saying:

"Although you be three, you also are one.

As I begin to sweep the room, so have your powers begun
to banish the winter gloom,
welcome spring's flourish and nature's bloom."

Put t he oats outside, as a gift to the bi rds.

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A celebration of summer's beginning. This ritual should take
place outside - preferably on a hill - before sunset.

a group of friends • a piece of flapjack for each friend ,

carried in a single cloth bag • flowers for your hair •
13 tea-light candles in jars • a taper • 1 egg

Flapjack is easi ly made. Th is recipe makes about 30 portions.

Melt 375g/12oz butter. Stir in 450g/1Ib rolled oats and
375g/12oz soft brown sugar. Press into a greased and lined tin,
then bake at 180°C/350°C for 20-25 minutes. Cut into squares
while hot and allow to coo l in the tin befo re turning out on to
a wire tray.

At this point place one piece back in the oven and cook until it
blackens around the edges. When it has cooled, put it in the bag
w ith the other flapjacks.

The Beltane ritual can now commence.

Set the candles in their jars in a circle and light them using a
taper - the best way to ensure you don't burn your fingers.

Holding hands, dance or skip around a circle . Then take it in

t urns to enter the circle and jump over the cand les. T he higher
you leap, the more success you w ill have in the following year.

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When you have all had a go, sit down and pass round the bag,
each of you taking a piece of flapjack. Whoever gets the burned
piece has to jump three t imes over the candles while the person
who made t he flapjack throws the egg at them. If the cook gets
the burned piece, the person on their left gets to throw the egg.

If the egg misses, t he person jumping wil l experience great

fortune in the coming year. If it hits home, each person must
give them a smal l gift, to lend t hem the luck they appear to
be lacking.

Please note, use cold water to wash egg out of your hair.
Otherwisa you will be picking bits of scrambled egg off your
head for days after.

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MiJJu:rn~r - 21 Ju~
The Sun God is at his zenith. The longest day and shortest night.
Another perfect excuse for a party. If weather, circumstances
and grown-ups permit, hold it outdoors.

Place an outdoor candle on either side of your front door so that

guests must walk between them as they enter. If you live in an
apartment opening on to a corridor, use tea-light candles in jars.

Near the door, have a bowl ready containing water and floating
rose petals. Dip a sprig of heather into the water and, as you
greet your friends, use it to sprinkle thern.

At nightfall, bite into an apple w hile looking into a mirror. It is

said that the man or woman you w ill one day marry will appear
to you . I doubt you will actual ly see thei r face, but open
your mind and you might wel l experience somet hing of their
personal ity.

If you can, stay up all night and greet the waning year with t he
Sunrise Spell (see page 37). At dawn you might also bathe your
face in the morning dew. This is purported to be good for
improving t he complexion.

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 Lu5hnasa - 31 July
The end of summer, the beginning of autumn. We honour the
haNest with a picnic and a good stiff walk up a mountain . Or a
big hill with a good view of the su rrounding area.

Organise yourself properly with suitable walking shoes and

waterproof clothing. Get friends and family involved for a
fabulous day out in the countryside. Do not go alone. Use
public footpaths and don'l stray from them . Tell a responsible
adu lt what time you expect to return home. And stick to you r
word . Close gates after you and take all rubbish home.

You wi ll need some good music for dancing and a lightweight

portable CD or tape player, but please think of others, w ho may
have climbed the mountain in search of silent sol itude. You will
also need a pot for collecting blackberries or bilberries. Don't
pick eit her unless you are ent irely sure you have the right fruit.

Eat them w ith cream and sugar when you get to the highest
point. Then dance off the calories. Your picnic should also
include apples and soft white rolls.

Leave plenty of time t get off the hillside before nightfall.

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Jarnhain - 31 Octokr
What a coincidence. This ancient rite falls on t he same night as
Halloween, the most Pagan, along w ith Christmas, of al l the
t raditional Christian holidays. It is also the nearest thing we have
to a national witch day.

Okay, so images of hags on broomsticks and bubbling cauldrons

are not what we underst and witches to be. But don't knock it.
Samhain provides anot her perfect party theme. Carve stars,
moons and spirals on a hollowed-out pumpkin. And please don 't
throw the flesh away. It makes wonderf ul pie and soup. Reci pes
are not difficult to track down at this time of year.

Have bowls of nuts and fruits available for your friends and for
anyone who comes t rick or treating.

This is a\ so the night we remember the dead. Light a candle for

someone no longer with us. Sit quietly for a moment recalling
your fondest memories of them and tell them that you stilJ love
them and miss them very much.

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 The shortest day and the longest night. The wheel has turned,
the days begin to lengthen.

This is the time when the Sun King is reborn , protected by the -
Mother Goddess. Decorate a tree in their honour.

Don 't opt for shop-bought seasonal baubles. Create your own.
Red ·ribbons may be tied in bows. You can make stars, spirals and
moons out of shortcrust pastry: bake them and paint them gold
and silver Shells and bells may be strung together and strewn
across the branches. You don't need to cut a tree down for this .
You could deck out a handsome specimen in you r garden.

Place a single candle in your window. Deck your room with

holly. And yes, put a big star on top of your tree. A star, is after
all, a sun. Just not the nearest one to our planet.

Th row a party and invite your guests to come dressed as suns

and moons.

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Last-worJ
You cast a spell
And all being well
Your magic is a greal success.
So offer praise where praise is due -
Say to yourself: "Well done you ."
Yet never forget that you were helped
By the Spi rit, God and Goddess
Spare a moment to express your gratitude.
Cal l on them and say: "Thank you ."

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 The author would like to t hank the following fellow travellers
for thei r help in writing t his book : Pepper, Charlie and Bo,
Jo and Emma, Justi ne, M ike and Sarah H, V icky Band A lice,
Sarah D, Zaz, W endy, Ruth , Abby, Yael and Matt, Justin and
Sharon , Martin and Beck, Rhianwen, Catherine and Seb, Ed,
Caroline, Janet. Aileen and Steve O'M ara, Kate W est and
Brendan Dowling .

The quotation fron1 W B Yeats' "Song of the Wandering

Aengus " from The W ind Among the Reeds (1 899) , which
appears on page 84, is reproduced by permission of A P Watt
Ltd , on behalf of M ichael B Yeats .

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b~lieve in your power$ and
never Wi~h harm to other$.
$hck with tho~e and your ~pell~
are bound to have an effect.
unlea~h the power of magic
and change your worid,

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