# Basic altar setup

**URL:** <https://forum.spells8.com/t/basic-altar-setup/40737>\
**Category:** Q&A\
**Tags:** altars\
**Created:** [August 15, 2023, 12:33am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/basic-altar-setup/40737 "2023-08-15T00:33:04Z")\
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**Author:** ![BryWisteria](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/brywisteria/32/1632_2.png) [@BryWisteria](https://forum.spells8.com/u/BryWisteria)\
**Post date:** [August 15, 2023, 12:40pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/basic-altar-setup/40737/3 "2023-08-15T12:40:11Z")

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Hi @gray! 😊

> [@gray](#):
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> I was wondering about a basic DIY altar setup.

There are a lot of fun possibilities when it comes to making your own altar! I left a few resources and links about altar inspiration in your intro post ([linking here](https://forum.spells8.com/t/intro-and-some-questions/40705/8) so it’s easy to find), so I won’t duplicate them here, but I do just want to add the Beginner’s Spellcasting Tool guide as it has some info about basic tools and their purposes.

> **[Spellcasting Tools: What Do I Need to Get Started?](https://spells8.com/lessons/tools-altar-spellcasting/)**
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> If you are new to the practice of Magic and Witchcraft, you are probably wondering: What tools do I need to cast spells? And the truth is: you don't really need any special tools because the Magic is not in the wand, it's in the...

A note that not every practitioner needs all of the tools- one witch may enjoy candle spells while another prefers making spell jars or using incense. It’s all a matter of finding what works best for you.

As for clever ideas for using things you already have- I love the ideas Amethyst shared! There are some really great ones there. I second about using mugs or bowls as chalices, I have a whole assortment of dishware I like to use in spells. With a bit of creativity, thrift stores and rard sales are great places to find new tools for very cheap! 😀

Wishing you all the best as you set up your sacred space- blessed be!

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