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Want to have a Wiccan Wand? Don't have enough money to buy one? Follow these instructions to have your own magical wand.
Steps
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1Find a well-grown tree with many branches. (It is traditional to use oak, willow, or ash wood.)
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2Ask the tree if you can use one of its branches for a wand. Meditate a while to receive an answer. If you feel guilt, the tree said 'No'. You must find another tree. If not, it said 'Yes'.Advertisement
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3Carefully cut a sturdy branch using a sharp knife. Bolines, a traditional Wiccan ritual tool, is your best choice, but other sharp knives should work fine if you don't have access to one. Make sure to make a clean, straight cut.
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4Thank the tree for its sacrifice. Add an offering such as cornmeal, fruit, or water.
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5Sand off the bark, leaves, and stubs to get a smooth surface all around.
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6Use a sharp knife to whittle a handle. This can be elaborate designs, or simply a straight line.
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7Carve runes into the wand if you wish. Say the properties of the rune as you sketch it.
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8Add a pointed crystal at the tip, if you so desire, securing it with adhesive. Quartz, or any crystal that resonates with you should work fine.
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9Glue one of your hairs to the wand's tip if you so choose.
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10Choose to paint your wand and add any embellishments you wish (e. g. paint, yarn, ribbon, clay).
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11Bless it or infuse memories into it during meditation.
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Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat kind of energy is placed by amethyst, or even quartz?Community AnswerAmethyst has energy related to sleep and psychic abilities. Clear quartz can be charged with any energy, which is why most consider it to be the best option for wands.
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QuestionWhat if I don't have the correct gem/crystal?Community AnswerThere is no incorrect crystal, as long as it has meaning to you.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I can't get that kind of knife?Community AnswerUse another kind or use your hands. However, this may be more painful to the tree, so make sure to leave a good offering of thanks.
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Warnings
- Be careful to not cut yourself in the process of your carving. Always work away from yourself. This way you are less likely to cut yourself.⧼thumbs_response⧽
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