Using herbs with a spell

Bella Madre · Post by **Bella Madre** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 10:09 pm

I understand that one doesn't have to use any type of tools when performing a spell but they help out, correct? So my question is this...I am wanting to do a peaceful slumber spell for my children and I know that lavender, clove, chamomile and jasmine are all good for peace and so forth but I'm not quite sure what to do with them. Should I just pick a couple or can I use all 4 and do I just sit them on my alter or sprinkle them over the candle after I have completed my spell?

Please, any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Carrigan

Post by **Lily Cantodea** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 11:00 pm

It's really up to you. I find that just lavender alone can work wonders, but if you think you need to use all of them, that's fine too.

Bella Madre · Post by **Bella Madre** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 11:13 pm

Thanks - guess I don't really wanna use to many then the smell would just stink or overpower each other. I really like the smell of rosemary but I've never REALLY smelled lavender or chamomile.

Post by **JBRaven** » Fri Jun 04, 2010 11:37 am

If using all four of them would cause discomfort, that in itself would defeat the purpose of a peaceful slumber smell. Do what is pleasing to you.

Post by **Buttercup** » Sat Jun 05, 2010 6:28 am

You can try different combinations in small quantities and when you find the combination that smells nice to you use some of it to dress your candles. You can make small bags containing these herbs and put them in your children's wardrobes or under their pillows to continue to give the effect of the spell. Lavender in the wardrobe also helps to protect clothes from bugs.

Bella Madre · Post by **Bella Madre** » Sat Jun 05, 2010 9:09 am

Thanks ~ I will try them in various combinations until I find something pleasing.

Post by **ImperfectAngel** » Sat Jun 05, 2010 9:18 am

Buttercup wrote:You can try different combinations in small quantities and when you find the combination that smells nice to you use some of it to dress your candles. You can make small bags containing these herbs and put them in your children's wardrobes or under their pillows to continue to give the effect of the spell. Lavender in the wardrobe also helps to protect clothes from bugs.

I agree....Try using different combinations of the herbs to get the "smell you want".....