Tools of the Trade

Most witches cast a circle in which to work. This may take the form of physical casting of water, earth and representation of fire and air. In times of yore substances such as flour or a mark in the ground with a stick were often used. This was because of the need to be quick in your work to avoid discovery.

Today’s wiccans may choose simple tools and garb or may feel able to work their magick with more elaborate tools, some of these may have been presented to them upon being initiated. Witches may choose to work sky-clad (naked) if appropriate or dressed in a robe (plus cloak, if outdoors). A warm woollen cloak is a good choice for cooler days. Cloaks may be lightweight, lined or unlined, and just  fabulously Sexy.  Available in velvet and cotton and a range of colours.

Many choose to make their own pentacle or again may purchase a readymade one.  Stone Pentacles are available in both working size and a smaller travelling size. Wands are usually made or given and be simple or works of art. Witches often have a sword to cast their circle. Amongst other items used are incense, tarot cards, crystals, crystal balls, herbs and essential oils.

Candles are frequently used in spells and meditations (known in group workings as path workings) the colour of the candles varies depending on what is being done as there are particular colours associated with different days and the planets positions known as correspondences. 

Candles are used to symbolize the elements e.g. blue for water, red fire, yellow air and green earth.  Candles are often used too, in magik . A particular colour will be chosen for its properties.

There are numerous books on the Craft which range from advice for the beginner to advanced literature. Books are available with readymade spells, witches recipes, and occult associated subjects such as astrology.