"The Magic Pencil" Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the heart of a magical forest, there lived a young boy named Oliver. Oliver was a dreamer and had always been fascinated by stories of magic and adventure. He would spend hours lost in the pages of his favorite books, imagining himself as the hero of his own fantastical tale. One day, while exploring the depths of the mystical forest, Oliver stumbled upon an old, dusty book tucked away beneath a pile of fallen leaves. Curiosity got the better of him, and he quickly picked it up to examine it. The book was ancient, with faded pages and a worn-out cover.
The book was ancient, with faded pages and a worn-out cover. As he opened the book, a golden beam of light illuminated the page, revealing a beautiful drawing of a magical pencil. The pencil was said to have the power to bring anything it drew to life.
Creating Sacred Space & Setting up an Altar
They are not just for witchy stuff , by definition an altar is any structure on which spiritual/religious offerings, prayers, or simply a place that rituals are made.
The root of the word altar means “high place” which reflects how symbolically sacred and important it is in spiritual practice.
Think about a room or a place you’ve been where you’ve immediately felt heavy or unbalanced when you’ve entered it. Sacred space is a space where we can feel supported, safe, happy and free to be ourselves.
Having a home altar is one way in which you can connect to yourself , the sacred and your spirituality on a daily basis. It can be used to practise earth magic, for meditation or a simply a place to spend some quiet time
Altars can be as small as a matchbox or it can fill up an entire room. Your altar can be whatever you want to be. There’s no right or wrong way to create your sacred space.
FINDING YOUR SACRED SPACE The most important thing is to have your altar in a place where it won’t be disturbed.
This is personal and private so if possible kept away from other family members and somewhere that won’t get disturbed by your fur family.
It should be a space that feels like it is truly yours , where you can express yourself and your spirituality freely, without judgement. If you find that it’s something others may not understand you can even create one in
a drawer or in a jar! When choosing your space, keep in mind what you’d like to do and how you’d like to use this space. Is it a place for meditation with room for a comfy chair to sit and read ? A spot in the garden you love ? It could be a shelf, a draw, a cupboard, an whole bookshelf or even an entire room.Would you like to use this area to set intentions, create manifestations, crystal grids or perform earth magic ceremonies?
Perhaps you have had a Chinese astrological reading and know your flying stars and auspicious directions? When choosing your special space - you need to be energetically and auspiciously supported.
THINGS TO THINK ABOUTIf this is a working space , by that I mean to create ceremonies, spells, crystal grids and or healing work you may want to align the altar with the appropriate compass points or even according Feng shui principles. An altar can be as complex in its planning or as simple as you like .
Placing the elements and symbols in each direction, choosing crystals that relate to each compass point.
No matter what, it should reflect YOuR taste and be full of items which are meaningful to you . Maybe your a minimalist and like clean lines?Perhaps your a clutter bug like me and like to go a little nuts with lots of stuff. Just create an area which makes you happy and aligns to your purpose.
STEPS TO CREATING YOUR ALTAR
Your intentions should align to your space.
What do you want to do here ?
What is your purpose?
I have individual altars designed for specific purposes throughout my home. A love altar in a wooden bowl full of rose quartz with fresh flowers in the bedroom. In the wealth/fame/ fortune sector I have the god Ganesh ( remover of obstacles) an offering plates and affirmations . The kitchen I have a whole cabinet for health healing and wellness. As well as my private working space for creating earth magic- witchy herby space where I create crystal grids for people in need. When I travel I have a small tin full of meaning objects for protection etc.
It’s not necessary but the most auspicious directions allows you to sit facing East or North for spiritual practices.
Sometimes our intentions change and so too do our altars and where we situate them- don’t be afraid to move it, redesign it and rebuild . Life changes , our intentions and our energetic requirements do to
3. Cleansing your space
Once you’ve chosen your space, energetically clearing the altar is exceptionally important.
Start with a physical clean, vacuum, wipe the surfaces, throw open the windows to some fresh air and DECLUTTER. Clutter is stagnant energy and you sure as hey don’t want to be energetically drained by it. Negative energy pulls down your vibe - no good can come from working in an energetically stuck and yeuk space.
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Then the smudge, you use Any of these methods
- the traditional white sage bundle ( not incense at this time please )
- a charcoal block with resins and herbs
- palo santo to cleanse and revitalise,
- burn or spritz essential oils such asJuniper and clary sage
- Sound - using a singing bowl , bells, chanting
4. Altar Maintenance
Using any sacred space keeps your space activated and energised but it’s also important to remember to keep it clean and tidy.
Just like our crystal grids we need to activate it to keep it energised and harmonious. Regularly cleanse and recharge your crystals and items of worship. Dispose of dead flowers, fruit/offerings and dying plants.Offerings for the gods that are from nature ideally should be returned to nature. Rather than put in the garbage
A Regular wipe down, vacuum and burning incense or palo santo will help keep it tidy and energised. It’s not essential but If possible I use a dedicated special cloth for my altar’s for cleaning. Remember to wipe up your incense ash and any candle drips.
Once a month I like to do a full proper cleanse with white sage and will top up inbetween with white sage incense
- but you can do this as you feel the need.Avoid placing everyday items such as your mobile phone or cup of coffee on your altar - this is disrespectful to the divine. Speaking of disrespect - never place sacred objects or deities on the floor !!
A clean fresh sacred space encourages good energy!
ALTAR IDEAS
Invite the 5 elements. For example, you may wish to include:
Water = fresh or holy water contained in a vessel, or a small water fountain
Earth = plants, flowers, gemstones, crystals, mala beads
Fire = candles, ghee/oil lamps
Air = burning incense, sage, palo santo
Ether/Space = burn camphor, the invisible scent of flowers, chant Om, singing bowl
Perhaps the Chinese Feng shui elements or wiccan even religious symbology and elements are more your bag?
If you are astrologically minded you can even set you altar up during the appropriate moon phase.
Altar items you may wish to add:
- Fresh flowers and plants
- Burn Essential oils and candles
- Objects symbolising earth, air, fire and water
- Crystals that you charge up under the Full Moon
- Sacred geometry
- Crystal grids
- Sage or Palo Santo for clearing space
- ancestral mementos
- Tarot /oracle cards
- Handwritten affirmations notes or mantras
- Statues (of deities, power animals, etc.)
- Photos or images of meaning,
- Vision board
Now it’s time to get started on creating your own personal altar and sacred space! What will you include on your altar? If you feel comfortable Please feel free to share you space with us all on Instagram and or Facebook.
Remember that this space is yours. Honor your heart's desires. Trust your intuition to show you where to put it, what to include, how to use it — and see where it takes you.
Oliver couldn't believe his eyes. He felt a surge of excitement and knew that this was his chance to live out his wildest dreams. With shaking hands, Oliver plucked the pencil from the page and held it tightly. He could sense its power coursing through his veins, filling him with a sense of wonder and possibility. As he looked around, he realized that the forest had transformed into a vibrant and enchanting world filled with creatures of his imagination. Oliver wasted no time, eager to bring his dreams to life. He began drawing fantastical creatures, grand castles, and sprawling landscapes. With each stroke, the magic pencil brought his drawings to life, creating a world only he could imagine. The creatures danced and sang, the castles sparkled with life, and the landscapes came alive with vibrant colors. However, Oliver soon realized that the magic of the pencil came with its own price. The more he used it, the weaker he became. The pencil was draining his energy, and he knew he couldn't keep using it forever. He had to find a way to return the magic back to where it belonged. With a heavy heart, Oliver made a final drawing. He depicted himself holding the pencil and returning it to the magical forest, where it would be safe and no longer drain his energy. As he finished the drawing, Oliver felt a surge of warmth and energy fill his body. He knew he had made the right choice. With a grateful heart, Oliver returned the magic pencil to the forest and watched as it disappeared into thin air. As he stood there, surrounded by the wonders he had created, he knew that he had found true magic within himself. He realized that the power of imagination and the ability to dream were far more magical than any enchanted object. From that day forward, Oliver continued to dream and create, using his imagination to bring joy and wonder to his life and those around him. He understood that true magic was not found in external objects but lived within each of us, waiting to be unleashed. And so, Oliver lived happily ever after, with the memory of the magic pencil and the power of his own imagination guiding him on his adventures of a lifetime..
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