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Free Candle Spells | Love it or What? – The Magic of Pumpkin Spice

Free Candle Spells | Love it or What? – The Magic of Pumpkin Spice             Every year, some people mark the arrival of Autumn when Starbucks brings back their various Pumpkin Spice drinks for a few months before we delve into the flavors of Winter. Pumpkin spice, which is made up of four distinct spices, is either something that you love or would rather not choose when looking for seasonal drinks, cookies, bakery goods and even cereal (yes, General Mills has a Pumpkin Spice Cheerios) for you die-hard fans. But what is also interesting is that the four spices in the mixture named after those orange members of the squash family, is that each individual spice is related to love magic and is incorporated into anointing oils, sachets, and even love mojo bags that are used in Hoodoo and Conjure. Here is the spiritual properties of each spice in it’s singularity use.   CINNAMON: A warm, aromatic spice that is produced by peeling the back in curls the the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. It is widely used in spellcraft through many different belief systems and cultures. It is considered a spice of the Sun and some believe of Aries, the Ram, as it’s element is Fire. Ancient Egyptians used cinnamon as one of their embalming spices since it repels bacteria. History tells us that Europeans used cinnamon to mask the age of meat and make it palatable. Magically, cinnamon incites calm but constant lust and desire to lovers. Cinnamon is also considered an attractant for money, and luck at the casinos, therefore used in the creation of anointing oils, sachets, and mojos for Good Luck. CLOVE:  The spice we know as cloves are aromatic flower buds that come from the Myrtaceae, Syzygium aromaticum trees of Indonesia. These powerful dark brown “spikes” are considered a magical catalyst since the pungent burst of flavor provides a punch of power to your taste buds, and will do the same for your magic. A few traditions may also incorporate cloves into baneful or banishing work as it is considered to “speed things along”, but the majority of magical work with cloves are associated with love, luck, and gambling.     GINGER: A common spice in many culinary cultures, this flowering rhizome, Zingiber officinale, has its origins in Southeast Asia. Ginger not only is used in Eastern European pastries, but also in Middle Eastern and Asian cooling. Ginger is used both in powdered, root chips, and whole root for love magic to “turn up the heat” in love spells and relatiosnhip work. Ginger  also has a history in magic  as being a spice to use in matters of gambling to bring in Good Luck. It is also sometimes used to break hexes, as the spice “heats things up” in order to quickly make changes or dissipates negativity. NUTMEG: A seed from the Myristica fragrans, which is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices – Nutmeg and Mace. While both of these products of this one tree are traditionally associated with money luck and gambling, Nutmeg can also be used sparingly in love magic. The emphasis on the amount of Nutmeg used is centered around the traditional belief that “a little pinch goes a long way” – and with that thought you want to make sure you have luck in love, but not so much so that you have too many suitors to choose from. Some may say that there is never anything like “too much”, but in love magic where you want to focus on one individual, you certainly do not want another interfering and distracting you from your main focus for a relationship. Nutmeg used early in love work...

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Basil in Hoodoo and Conjure and Candle Spells

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Basil in Hoodoo and Conjure and Candle Spells   Basil, also known as Sweet Basil, has been a staple in many Mediterranean and Southeast Asian cuisines for centuries. Identified as a strain if the Mint family, Ocimum basilicum, et al) originated in India and one genus, called Holy Basil or Tulsi, is revered as a sacred herb of the Hindu deities. This plant is used in natural medicine for digestive problem and has been touted as having anti-inflammatory properties similar to marijuana and oregano. Some information is coming out that Holy Basil has healing properties for cancer and diabetes. Basil is considered a protection herb in Southern hoodoo and conjure and is said to be a good herb to make a sprinkle or floor wash for areas of your home. Simply purchase a fresh bunch of basil and boil it in a large pot for 15 minutes, let cool, strain, and then either put in a plant mister-type spray bottle. Lightly dampen paper toweling and wipe down all exposed surfaces such as doorknobs, desks, telephone and any area where people place their hands. Great to keep at work if working in a hostile environment, as it will keep “frenemies” away. If asked by nosy co-workers, you can ay it is an all natural spray to keep the ‘dust bunnies away’. You may also take a free standing white taper or pillar candle, anoint it with olive oil and roll it in dried chopped basil for an easy protection candle. Other magical cultures use basil as a money and love drawing herb and grow it in their homes to ensure money to come from all sources. It has been said that when tied in a cheesecloth bag and tossed into a hot bath, sweet basil will activate your money drawing abilities and you will be seeing money come to you. Read more about the magical uses of herbs and spices you have in your kitchen cabinet at “Kitchen Hoodoo | 12 Spices and Herbs for Hoodoo Magic...

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Oregano in Hoodoo, Conjure and Candle Spells

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Oregano in Hoodoo, Conjure and Candle Spells   Oregano, a common herb in European cookery, has its uses in candle spells to keep the law away and for keeping nosy people who are making trouble to stay away. Origanum vulgare, as it is known by its botanical name, has many different genus or variations of the same plant. The name Oregano stems from the Greek words “oros” and “ganos” to form the meaning “mountain happiness”. It is said that Greeks in the countryside would adorn the heads of newlyweds with wreaths of oregano to bless them with joy in their marriage. In the Greek and Italian magical traditions, oregano is associated with the practices of Stregheria, a form of herbal witchery. In this belief system, oregano has strong properties of protection and some brew a tea of oregano to wash down homes to place a protective barrier for the family. It also has been said that planting a pot of oregano by the front door will also protect the home. In the Southern magical traditions of Hoodoo and Conjure, the oregano plant is used to keep the law away from your place of business or home, especially if you are conducting activities that may be slightly questionable with the authorities. Mixing oregano with crushed eucalyptus leaves will keep nosy neighbors and those who are “tattletales” our of your business. Rolling a free standing brown Court Case candle in oregano after anointing with Court Case Oil or adding a pinch to the top of a glass encased brown candle that has had Court Case Oil added to it and burning it before going to trial has allegedly been beneficial in assist that matters will turn your way to help you in the hearing. Read about all 12 common kitchen spices used in hoodoo, conjure and candle magic here, “Kitchen Hoodoo | 12 Spices and Herbs for Hoodoo Magic Spells”      ...

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Nutmeg in Hoodoo, Conjure and Candle Spells

Kitchen Hoodoo | Using Nutmeg in Hoodoo, Conjure and Candle Spells   Nutmeg, known as myristica officinalis and other variations of this name, is one of the spices well known in  holiday baking and is a crucial ingredient of the Christmas drink known as eggnog. Nutmeg has a woody, nutty spicy aroma that reminds you of allspice and cinnamon, hence the use in Thanksgiving pumpkin and sweet potato pies and Christmas cookies. Nutmeg is also used in the world of Hoodoo and Conjure in potions, oils and mojo bags for bringing in good fortune and good luck in the lottery and games of chance. An old time gamblers charm was created by drilling a hole in a whole nutmeg, filling the insides with quicksilver, also known today as liquid mercury, and sealing the hole with tree gum or candle wax. This was carried by those who visit the gambling halls and riverboats along the Mississippi River in days of old. Over time, it has been determined that mercury is toxic and can cause many problems with the central nervous system of the body, therefore it is virtually almost impossible to get some, despite many rural medicine practitioners in Mexico using it for stomach aliments in children. Nowadays, modern hoodoo practitioners use a whole nutmeg (sans mercury) along with other luck bringing herbs and spices, in a mojo bag for those that throw dice or play cards to caress during their times of gambling. Nutmeg is a spice used in some Money Drawing Anointing Oils.  You may also consider rolling a free standing green wax candle in ground nutmeg after oiling it with any money drawing or good luck anointing oils. Read about all 12 common kitchen spices used in hoodoo, conjure and candle magic here, “Kitchen Hoodoo | 12 Spices and Herbs for Hoodoo Magic...

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