Shield ~ for protection
This round of Shield was made during the Winter Solstice Full Moon in Gemini.
Notes: Exotic, dark and sensual with notes of warm amber and earth patchouli
Crystals: Obsidian, Red Jasper, Garnet, Red Agate
Herbs: Anise, Witch Hazel, Black Pepper, Patchouli
Getting to know the items in your candle will not only help you to focus your energies when you use them but also allows you to go beyond the suggested use. When you are aware of the energies and associations the crystals and herbs have, you may focus on one or several of the items in the candle through meditation and visualization to bring forth that specific energy. This allows you to use the candle for any purpose within the realm I have created for you. This allows you to truly focus your candle on your intent.
Black Obsidian Helps alleviate pain, reduces tension and releases energy. It accelerates the healing of wounds (including the heart, mind and soul). It is used to treat trauma, shock and anxiety. In the stone age Obsidian was used to make weapons and blades (good for fighting your inner battles).
Chakra Classification: Forehead (3rd Eye)
Star Sign: Scorpio, Sagittarius
Red Jasper symbolizes will power. It was once concered the "warrior's stone".
Chakra Classification: Root
Star Sign: Aries and Virgo
Garnet has inspired many legends and popular associations with love, friendship, light, and vitality. It’s one of the oldest known gemstones.With associations with the heart, blood, inner fire, and life force, garnets have long been considered symbols of love. Garnet symbolism also extends to friendship. However, these connections are surprisingly sinister.
In Greek mythology, Persephone, the goddess of vegetation, was kidnapped by Hades, the god of the Underworld. She could only return to the surface world if she didn’t eat any food in that realm. Since she ate some pomegranate seeds, she had to remain in the Underworld for that many months out of the year, which results in the months of winter.
Chakra Classification: Root, Sacral
Star Sign: Aries, Scorpio
Red Agate helps us to see between true friends and those who are not, in otherwords, it helps us to identify our enemies. It is said to avert storms and lightning, protect from danger. It is also associated with prosperity.
Chakra Classification: Solar Plexus
Star Sign: Taurus, Capricorn and Scorpio
A beautiful tin presentation; easy to take on the go and for small alter areas. Snuff with the metal lid if needed. It is not recommended to blow out your candle. Blowing is thought to put the two elements of air and fire against each other which can disrupt the energies within your space.
Sometimes certain crystals and herbs are not available. The listed are just examples of possible crystals that may be present in your candle (mostly they will all be included and noted if not). We choose the best crystals and herbs to adorn your candle according to the intention of the candle and what is currently available. Many of the herbs are grown by me in my magickal garden or locally by a friends.
4oz
Pure Soy Coconut Wax