Are you looking to take your natural witchy practices to the next level? DIY green witch recipes can be the perfect way to do just that. With the right ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can create your own herbal sprays for cleansing and protection. These sprays are easy to make, simple to use and highly effective. Whether you’re looking for a spray to cleanse your home of negative energies, a protective mist for your altar, or a scent to help you relax and restore harmony, you’ll find endless possibilities with DIY green witch recipes. With the right ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can make your own herbal sprays to bring your natural witchy practices to life.
What Is A Magical Herbal Spray?
There is no catch in this one, it is what is sounds like it is a spray made of herbal-infused water sprayed in the air or elsewhere for magical intentions. It is mostly used for cleansing and protection of either a person or a space in Wicca or green witchcraft.
Misting a space with cleansing herbal spray is a great alternative for smoke-free space cleansing.
Tools and equipment needed
Natural witch or green witch practices will often require tools and equipment that you may not have access to. Fortunately, making your own herbal sprays is easy and accessible to anyone who can find the right ingredients. While you can certainly make the spray ingredients ahead of time, it’s best to have them on hand ready to use as needed.
You will need:
A glass or stainless steel bottle with spray head - Make sure the bottle you use is glass or stainless steel. Plastic bottles will not only leach chemicals into the herbs, but can be also negatively effected by exposure to pure essential oils.
A funnel - If you don’t already own one, make sure you get a funnel that’s large enough to hold your ingredients. A smaller funnel will make the process much more frustrating.
A dropper - Helps with the right dosages of essential oils, if you are using them.
A scale - If you can’t measure anything accurately, you will waste ingredients. A scale allows you to weigh out ingredients accurately, so there’s no guesswork involved. Alternatively you can use measuring cups.
An appropriate sized bowl - The bowl you use will depend on the recipe.
Herbs and Essential oils
Special Tip : Instead of using normal water you can cold-infuse your herbs overnight in moon water. This is especial great for meditation and relaxation sprays.
Steps for creating herbal sprays
Once you have all of your ingredients on hand, it’s time to create your herbal spray. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.
Measure out your ingredients with a scale or with measuring cups.
Heat up a pot of water and boil the herbs for about 30 seconds to help infuse the herbs, let it cool down completely before pouring it into your spray bottle.
Pour the infusion into your container using funnel.
Add the liquid ingredients like essential oils and shake or stir.
Hold the finished spray bottle with your hands and charge it with your intention, optionally you can say a prayer, blessing or a dedication to a specific spirit or deity.
Store in a cool, dark place.
Extra tip : You can leave the bottle on your altar 24 hours prior to your planned use to extra-charge it.
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Here are a few examples of herbal sprays you can create to help you get started:
Energy Cleansing Spray
2 parts calendula flowers - Calendula flowers are a classic cleanser, and they have a sweet smell that’s perfect for cleansing rituals.
1 part St. Johns wort flowers - St. Johns wort flowers are a cleanser, as well as an energizing tonic. They’re also a great relaxer and help promote restful sleep.
1 part echinacea flowers - Echinacea flowers are a cleansing agent, promoting a healthy immune system. They’re also a nice energizing tonic that promotes relaxation.
1 part peppermint leaves - Peppermint leaves are used for protection and purification, as well as promoting clarity of mind. {you can use peppermint essential oil instead]
1 part rose petals - Rose petals are a classic cleanser, and they promote relaxation as well.
Relaxation Spray
2 parts wild mint leaves - Wild mint leaves are a classic relaxer and promote a sense of calm. {you can use mint essential oil instead}
1 part valerian roots - Valerian roots have been used for centuries to promote restful sleep.
1 part chamomile flowers - Chamomile flowers have a sweet smell, and they promote a sense of calm and relaxation.
1 part eucalyptus leaves - Eucalyptus leaves have been used for centuries to promote a sense of calm and ease. {you can use eucalyptus essential oil instead}
1 part linden flowers - Linden flowers are a classic relaxer, and they promote a sense of calm and ease.
Recipe for meditation
1 part lavender flowers - Lavender flowers are a classic for meditation and promote a sense of calm. {you can use essential oil instead}
1 part camomile flowers - Camomile flowers have a sweet smell, and they promote a sense of calm and ease.
1 part sandalwood chips - Sandalwood is a sacred ingredient that promotes a sense of calm and ease.
1 part rose petals - Rose petals are a classic for meditation, and they promote a sense
1 part vanilla beans - Vanilla beans are a classic for meditation and promote a sense of calm.
Protection Spray Recipe
2 parts calendula flowers - Calendula flowers have been used for protection since ancient times. This is a great protection spray for those who wear a protection charm.
1 part marshmallow root - This sweet smelling herb is used for protection and purification. It’s also been used for centuries in Native American tradition to promote restful sleep.
1 part peppermint leaves - Peppermint leaves are used for protection and purification, as well as promoting clarity of mind. {you can use essential oil instead}
1 part rosemary leaves - Rosemary leaves are used in protection and purification rituals, as well as promoting a sense of well-being. They are sometimes connected with Mother Mary and hence helping with gaining a protective hand from her. {you can use essential oil instead}
Extra tip: Before summoning a spirit or a deity, make a herbal concoction out of plants that are associated with them. Spray your ritual space before the ritual to create an environment that is energetically aligned with the spirit you are about to call.
Whether you’re looking to cleanse and protect your home, yourself, or your loved ones, these DIY green witch recipes are sure to bring you the magical protection you seek. So, grab your herbs, set your intention, and enjoy the unique experience of creating your own magical sprays.
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