Hello my Darlings, and welcome to my spell candle series.
Today I am going to create an Autumnal Equinox spell candle.
Use this candle to set the mood during the autumn season or in candle magic during the
fall equinox or during a Mabon celebration.
Let’s do some magical crafting.
This video is part of a candle magic series.
I create 12 different spell candles and talk about the magical properties of the ingredients
in each one.
I will link to a playlist for the series below.
I will also link to all of the materials I use to make this spell candle below the video.
Spell candles are used in all kinds of magic and ritual.
They are used in witchcraft, voodoo, hoodoo, rootwork and folk practices.
You can add oils, herbs, crystals, colors, or symbols as you craft your candles to align
with your magical goals.
Most importantly, as you create your candle, infuse it with your intention.
If your traditions call for it, you may wish to bless your candle, chant or speak words
while creating it, invoke a deity or pray over it.
I begin by weighing out my wax.
I am using flakes of soy wax.
I am measuring out 4 ounces.
This amount of wax will nicely fill my 5 ounce glass jar.
Jar sizes are based on volume and candle wax is measured by weight.
A 5 oz jar will hold 4oz of wax based on weight.
You can check online for the amount of wax you need for the container you have chosen
for your candle.
I have created a book of shadows page for this spell candle recipe.
If you’d like to download a PDF of any and all of my Grimoire Pages, you can visit Magical
Crafting on Patreon at the link below the video.
My Patrons can download recipes, book of shadows pages, artwork and more.
All provided as PDF’s.
And I continue to add new, downloadable content as I do more projects on the channel.
I am melting the wax over a very low heat.
As you make your candle, melt your wax slowly over a low heat, and do not boil or burn your
wax.
If you see any smoke, your wax is burning.
Turn the heat down.
Another option is to use a double boiler set up.
As you wait for the wax to melt, this is the perfect time to add your energy and intention
as you stir the liquid.
When making your own Autumnal Equinox spell candle, you should incorporate the ingredients
you have on hand, that provide the effects you want in your candle.
You do not have to include all of the ingredients I show in this video.
As always, my tutorials should only be a starting point for you to develop your own craft.
I encourage you to use what feels right for you, and what you have access to.
Once the wax is completely melted it is time to add the ingredients you want inside your
candle.
Make sure to turn the heat off before adding anything to the wax.
I will be adding three herbs into the wax, and one of them can be found in the Holy Santo
herb kit.
I have an unboxing video for the entire kit and a discount code that I will link in the
description below the video.
All of the herbs were chosen because they correspond to Mabon and the Autumnal Equinox
The first ingredient is cinnamon
Correlated with the elements of Air and Fire and associated with the planet Mercury, cinnamon
has been said to attract money, peace, and spiritual attunement.
This quintessential autumn ingredient is often baked into apple pies, used to garnish pumpkin
spice lattes, or added to other harvest feast favorites
You could also substitute or add ground clove or nutmeg
And the second herb is Yarrow
Despite blooming in hot weather, Yarrow root is best harvested in the fall, and the flowering
portion is often cut back in late fall and early winter to preserve the plant for winter.
It has magical correspondences to Mabon and it is used in spells and rituals to dispel
negative energy, depression and sorrow.
Yarrow has been long recognized as a protective, healing plant.
The third plant is Mugwort.
Mugwort is linked to the power of the moon and the goddess Artemis.
This herb is renowned among witches for its ability to intensify dreams, visions and astral
travel experiences.
pregnant or nursing women should avoid using mugwort
Mugwort is an herb that corresponds to the autumnal equinox and Mabon, when it is traditional
to burn incense and herbs like myrrh, sage, rosemary and mugwort.
I want to make sure that these herbs are ground up very finely, to almost a powdery consistency
before adding them to the wax.
So I am powering them between my fingers - you can also use a spice grinder.
Always make sure that when you are adding ingredients that they will be fire safe.
I make sure to grind them very finely before adding them.
This way they will incorporate into the wax and not produce a large clump or chunk that
might catch on fire or burn unpleasantly.
You may wish to add an essential oil or a perfume oil to scent your candle.
This is an optional step, as many people like to leave their candles unscented for many
reasons, including potential allergies.
I am using Ginger essential oil.
However you could Spice up your Fall-themed candle with seasonal favorite scents like
cinnamon, clove, cardamom, or nutmeg.
Once you have included the ingredients you want inside the candle it is time to add a
color.
I am using a color that corresponds to the kind of magic I will do with my candle.
In this case, for the Autumnal Equinox, I am adding a rust brown colorant.
In color magic, the color brown corresponds to security, warmth, foundation, comfort,and
honesty.
It is most often associated with grounding and earth magic.
The wax will lighten as it cools, going from clear to white.
The cooling process will also lighten whatever color you have added.
Make sure to add enough colorant to the wax to make the liquid wax appear darker than
the final color you desire.
Next, it is time to pour the wax into the container you are using to hold your candle.
Make sure that you use a fire safe container.
Never use plastic or anything flammable.
I have chosen a jar that has a wide opening so that I can add my ingredients to the top
of the candle artfully to make it aesthetically pleasing.
It is easy to fill and not likely to tip over when lit, for fire safety.
I am putting a small piece of removable mounting putty on the bottom of my candle wick to stick
it to the jar.
I am using this wick holder that came with my candle making kit.
Clamping the wick into this device will ensure the wick is centered in the jar, and create
a straight up and down wick that will not droop.
You can also tie the wick to a chopstick or skewer or use a clothespin to hold the wick.
Whatever you have at home that works with your container.
Then slowly and carefully pour the wax in and scoop in any of the ingredients that have
settled to the bottom.
Leave your candle to cool and for the wax to firm up.
The wax in my 5 ounce candle becomes somewhat firm in about one hour.
The amount of time will vary depending on the size of your candle.
Once the wax has cooled you can add ingredients to the top of the candle.
I like to use a heat tool to melt a little bit of the surface wax to adhere glitter and
gemstones to the top.
I love to add glitter to all of my crafts.
I decided to use a golden brown glitter on the top of this candle.
I am adding rutilated quartz gemstones to the top of the candle.
This stone promotes confidence & the ability to see new opportunities.
It enhances manifestation & creativity.
I am also adding little acorn tops to the top of the candle.
Acorns are a classic symbol of the fall, and represent courage, strength, and wiscom.
Acorns also represent potential, because this tiny thing holds the potential to grow into
a mighty oak tree.
Make sure to place any flammable material around the edges of the container away from
the flame so that it is less likely to catch on fire
A candle created magically in your sacred space and with great intention can bring extra
power and purpose to your magic.
There are many ways to use your spell candle.
It is perfect to burn before or during a Mabon ritual or spell work for the themes of Autumn
such as gratitude, harvesting and bounty.
Use this candle in magical workings to protect and bless yourself or your home and to give
your space the cozy aroma of autumn.
You can also use this candle in workings for protecting and preparing your home for winter
or any workings specific to the dark half of the year.
Focus energy toward visualizing your goal happening as you light your candle and as
it burns.
When the candle has completely burned through, you may wish to remove the gemstones, which
are now infused with the energy of your intention.
Keep them and use them in further magical workings or give them back to the Earth.
Always practice fire safety when burning any candles.
I have left some important fire safety tips below the video.