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**Author:** [@Francisco](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Francisco)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2024, 12:19pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/q-a-ask-freely-and-learn-about-the-craft/24 "2024-11-11T12:19:39Z")
If you have a question about the Craft, feel free to ask it here. Ask general or specific questions about Spellcasting, Witchcraft and Spirituality. Survey for experiences or opinions that will help you learn and respe… --- ## [Having trouble deciding](https://forum.spells8.com/t/having-trouble-deciding/68943)
**Author:** [@christen1](https://forum.spells8.com/u/christen1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 7:38am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/having-trouble-deciding/68943 "2026-10-24T07:38:12Z")
I’m having trouble deciding the best way to go about a spell to help at my job. Sometimes I have to set up auctions for a variety of reasons. Over the last few months I’ve noticed that not a lot of people are even looki… --- ## [Where to buy dried ingredients](https://forum.spells8.com/t/where-to-buy-dried-ingredients/68964)
**Author:** [@samantha9](https://forum.spells8.com/u/samantha9)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:49am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/where-to-buy-dried-ingredients/68964 "2026-10-22T05:49:25Z")
Does anyone have a good recommendation where I can buy affordable dried ingredients for my spells? I am a single mama and a baby witch just trying to get started and continue to build up my supplies!! Thanks in advance!! … --- ## [Handcrafted Grimoires](https://forum.spells8.com/t/handcrafted-grimoires/68960)
**Author:** [@kelly8](https://forum.spells8.com/u/kelly8)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 11:38am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/handcrafted-grimoires/68960 "2026-10-19T11:38:37Z")
Greetings! I’m new to this forum! I have been wanting to create my own Grimoire. Prior, I’ve been journaling (rites , spells, tarot readings, intuitions) in lil small notebooks, with pages that are easily torn. I’m look… --- ## [Suggestions for acceptance spells?](https://forum.spells8.com/t/suggestions-for-acceptance-spells/68940)
**Author:** [@aster](https://forum.spells8.com/u/aster)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 12:42pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/suggestions-for-acceptance-spells/68940 "2026-10-15T12:42:50Z")
i need to do a spell to allow myself to accept how life will play out, especially with relationships. any suggestions? --- ## [Can an apartment have a House Spirit?](https://forum.spells8.com/t/can-an-apartment-have-a-house-spirit/67651)
**Author:** [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 11:05am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/can-an-apartment-have-a-house-spirit/67651 "2026-10-14T11:05:07Z")
I either have pissed off my House Spirit or the Fae. My hairbrush keeps going missing. There’s a mysterious hole in my sink that wasn’t there the day before, and now my chain with a new pendant has gone missing overnig… --- ## [Coelbren Alphabet & Tellstones](https://forum.spells8.com/t/coelbren-alphabet-tellstones/68876)
**Author:** [@c11](https://forum.spells8.com/u/c11)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 8:34am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/coelbren-alphabet-tellstones/68876 "2026-10-08T08:34:31Z")
Does anyone know anything about Coelbren Alphabet or Tellstones? Not the game Tellstones: Kings Gambit created by Riot Games. Coelbren Alpahbet- Wikipedia About all I can find on the Tellstones is that its a form of ru… --- ## [Tarot pull](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-pull/68855)
**Author:** [@SuckOnMySunshine](https://forum.spells8.com/u/SuckOnMySunshine)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-pull/68855 "2026-10-05T14:32:17Z")
What’s up y’all? I believe they have a space here for the daily tarot pulls, where we can show and tell what cards we pull for ourselves; I couldve sworn I seen that somewhere on here, but I trust @BryWisteria will plac… --- ## [Spreading Yourself Thin](https://forum.spells8.com/t/spreading-yourself-thin/68408)
**Author:** [@vicky](https://forum.spells8.com/u/vicky)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/spreading-yourself-thin/68408 "2026-10-03T20:28:33Z")
Currently I have been learning Tarot card reading, and I have a pendulum (I’m learning this as well), and I’m interested in Runes. At what point can a person spread themselves too thin from practicing different forms of… --- ## [Is music a part of your practice?](https://forum.spells8.com/t/is-music-a-part-of-your-practice/68776)
**Author:** [@stephen](https://forum.spells8.com/u/stephen)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/is-music-a-part-of-your-practice/68776 "2026-10-02T16:11:44Z")
When I meditate, spellcast, or practice a ritual, I appreciate an environment conducive to what I am trying to achieve. Many times, I use music to help (and lighting, of course … love me some drama). I’ve found YouTube … --- ## [Soooo.. it might be unconventional but](https://forum.spells8.com/t/soooo-it-might-be-unconventional-but/68775)
**Author:** [@SuckOnMySunshine](https://forum.spells8.com/u/SuckOnMySunshine)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 2:20am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/soooo-it-might-be-unconventional-but/68775 "2026-10-01T02:20:03Z")
Hey y’all, I’m just wondering… Has anyone made swamp water jars before? I was wondering, do y’all think used motor oil would be a good replacement for such jar? I got my hornets nest but honestly, I’m thinking I much … --- ## [Ostara Celebrations](https://forum.spells8.com/t/ostara-celebrations/68730)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 11:07am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/ostara-celebrations/68730 "2026-09-21T11:07:03Z")
Good Morning Everyone I was wondering this is my first celebration “Ostara” how many days is the celebration like three days or do others celebrate longer? :rabbit: --- ## [SEA SHELLS: How do others use them if so how?](https://forum.spells8.com/t/sea-shells-how-do-others-use-them-if-so-how/68696)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 12:19pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/sea-shells-how-do-others-use-them-if-so-how/68696 "2026-09-16T12:19:14Z")
Good Evening Coven Members, I received a lot of lovely shells that my daughter has been collecting for me over the years from the beach area where she lives from the foreshore, wondering if others use them in their pra… --- ## [Crystals and Tarot Cards](https://forum.spells8.com/t/crystals-and-tarot-cards/68604)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 5:11pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/crystals-and-tarot-cards/68604 "2026-09-12T17:11:33Z")
Good afternoon fellow coven friends, I was wondering how you store your Tarot cards? and their crystals I have a few crystals I have to leave them in a small bag with the name of the crystal and what it does because I ca… --- ## [Tea Replacements](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tea-replacements/68646)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 12:14pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tea-replacements/68646 "2026-09-10T12:14:28Z")
Hello everyone on the forum, as I am new my collection of tea is minimal the question I am asking is there any information here or anywhere else information about using another tea that could represent the I don’t have f… --- ## [Bracelets, crystals, and candles🪬](https://forum.spells8.com/t/bracelets-crystals-and-candles/68560)
**Author:** [@markzen304](https://forum.spells8.com/u/markzen304)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/bracelets-crystals-and-candles/68560 "2026-09-09T16:53:03Z")
Seeking Advice: Crystal Bracelets, Candle Magic & Recommended Shops :candle::prayer\_beads::black\_heart: Merry Meet everyone! I’m reaching out to the community for a little guidance, wisdom, and recommendations today. F… --- ## [Sharing with others](https://forum.spells8.com/t/sharing-with-others/68650)
**Author:** [@nikki14](https://forum.spells8.com/u/nikki14)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 11:16am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/sharing-with-others/68650 "2026-09-09T11:16:37Z")
Ive haf done issues with my store and a certain employee who is stealing. I performed an unmasking spell to help me see the truth. Not only did it ramp up the truth but it revealed her deceit, insubordination, and the ro… --- ## [Angel Tarot Reading Help](https://forum.spells8.com/t/angel-tarot-reading-help/68586)
**Author:** [@liana1](https://forum.spells8.com/u/liana1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/angel-tarot-reading-help/68586 "2026-09-02T19:21:03Z")
I am new to Tarot Reading. I have an Angel Deck. The other day I pulled the Three of Air card. It has been bothering me. Today I asked for some clarity on that card and pulled the Eight of Water. The Five of Air also fel… --- ## [Seasonal energy issues](https://forum.spells8.com/t/seasonal-energy-issues/68570)
**Author:** [@kevin](https://forum.spells8.com/u/kevin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 1:02pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/seasonal-energy-issues/68570 "2026-09-01T13:02:45Z")
I was talking with another group about having less energy to practice in the summer. I was surprised to learn that others don’t feel this. It was suggested that I may have a balance or self regulation problem. I wonder, … --- ## [The Wheel of the Year](https://forum.spells8.com/t/the-wheel-of-the-year/68466)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2026, 3:25am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/the-wheel-of-the-year/68466 "2026-08-23T03:25:52Z")
I was just wondering this sounds like a strange question, but when you celebrate say for instant Imbolc August the 1st do you celebrate Imbolc until Ostara (spring equinox) on September 21st all through that month? how p… --- ## [Unable to use candles and incense](https://forum.spells8.com/t/unable-to-use-candles-and-incense/68355)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 11:30am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/unable-to-use-candles-and-incense/68355 "2026-08-21T11:30:57Z")
Hello everyone, I am unable to use candles and incense (it’s a personal decision) can I have a leadlight candle and if it is a specific color can I put a colored ribbon around the leadlight? with the incense burning coul… --- ## [Alter set up:](https://forum.spells8.com/t/alter-set-up/68433)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/alter-set-up/68433 "2026-08-21T05:35:34Z")
Hello everyone just thought I would send a pic of the start of my Alter The leadlight battery candle with color I need to use instead of candles The bell is my late partners from England, the skull is from my late p… --- ## [Lords and Ladies](https://forum.spells8.com/t/lords-and-ladies/68475)
**Author:** [@LilithKitty](https://forum.spells8.com/u/LilithKitty)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 5:30am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/lords-and-ladies/68475 "2026-08-21T05:30:10Z")
So my journey through witchcraft seems to have been long and winding, yet I’m still figuring it out. Previously I have worked with the feminine energies only. But a recent course I attended on the Tarot opened up my eyes… --- ## [Book of Shadows: Journaling](https://forum.spells8.com/t/book-of-shadows-journaling/68445)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 12:23pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/book-of-shadows-journaling/68445 "2026-08-16T12:23:18Z")
Hello everyone, just wondering at the moment I am writing everything down in small book but want to change it over to start my BOS I have a brought a fantastic journal to start in but if I leave it too long I will so muc… --- ## [Circle Casting:](https://forum.spells8.com/t/circle-casting/68417)
**Author:** [@moonstruck](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonstruck)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/circle-casting/68417 "2026-08-09T13:21:47Z")
Good Morning Everyone, Just wondering if when Circle Casting do you have to do that every time you cast a spell, Ritual and or making spell bags or jars and so on I have done some reading on this subject but I have so mu… --- ## [A Question About Becoming a High Priestess](https://forum.spells8.com/t/a-question-about-becoming-a-high-priestess/68212)
**Author:** [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 10:44am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/a-question-about-becoming-a-high-priestess/68212 "2026-07-28T10:44:51Z")
I have a question about becoming a high priestess. Not that I want to; I’d rather be one of the cats than try to herd them. See, I was talking to my driver on the way to a doctor’s appointment this morning, and I know … --- ## [Charm Bag Info](https://forum.spells8.com/t/charm-bag-info/68348)
**Author:** [@CrystalJohn](https://forum.spells8.com/u/CrystalJohn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 10:35am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/charm-bag-info/68348 "2026-07-28T10:35:04Z")
Does anyone know of a good book on making charm bags? Trying to learn more, but curious about something legitimate. Thanks! --- ## [Could it be my Husband's Spirit?](https://forum.spells8.com/t/could-it-be-my-husbands-spirit/68307)
**Author:** [@vicky](https://forum.spells8.com/u/vicky)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/could-it-be-my-husbands-spirit/68307 "2026-07-22T15:43:14Z")
My husband and I were married for 16 years . . . They were not happy years. They were hard. I think we stayed together for our two children. He unfortunately passed in 2006, it was very unexpected and very scary. He … --- ## [Black Salt Energy](https://forum.spells8.com/t/black-salt-energy/68308)
**Author:** [@vicky](https://forum.spells8.com/u/vicky)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 7:12am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/black-salt-energy/68308 "2026-07-22T07:12:36Z")
I understand Black Salt absorbs negative energy and needs to be disposed of regularly to keep it’s energy strong. My question is, does it absorb the negativity before being put to use. For example, if I have it in my … --- ## [Name Warding](https://forum.spells8.com/t/name-warding/68178)
**Author:** [@moonlover26](https://forum.spells8.com/u/moonlover26)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/name-warding/68178 "2026-07-21T05:35:09Z")
Hi everyone, does anyone have any tips/guidance for warding my name? I did this years ago when I was very new to the craft, however I believe it’s time for me to do it again, now that I’ve gained much more life experienc… [Next page](https://forum.spells8.com/c/questions/5.md?page=1)