10 Beginner Witchcraft Spells to Start Your Magical Journey

If you’re new to the craft and feeling the call of magic in your bones, you’re in the right place. Witchcraft is a beautiful, empowering practice that connects you to nature, the cosmos, and your inner power. As a beginner witch, starting with simple spells can help you build confidence, hone your intuition, and weave magic into your everyday life.

We’ll explore 10 beginner-friendly witchcraft spells using everyday items like candles, herbs, and crystals. Each spell includes step-by-step instructions, safety tips, and lunar timing advice to help you align with the Moon’s energy—a cornerstone of witchy practice. Whether you’re seeking protection, abundance, clarity, or love, these spells are designed to spark your magical journey with ease and intention.

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Why Start with Simple Spells?

As a beginner witch, simple spells are the perfect way to dip your toes into the craft. They require minimal tools, focus on clear intentions, and help you build a foundation for more advanced magic. These spells use everyday items you likely already have—like candles, herbs, and crystals—making them accessible and affordable. Plus, they’re a great way to practice setting intentions, working with energy, and connecting with the lunar cycles, which amplify your magic.

Before we begin, a quick note on lunar timing: The Moon’s phases can enhance your spellwork.

The New Moon is ideal for intention-setting and beginnings (e.g., abundance spells), the Waxing Moon supports growth (e.g., clarity spells), the Full Moon amplifies power (e.g., love spells), and the Waning Moon is perfect for releasing (e.g., protection spells).

For deeper lunar magic, check out our Lunar Ritual Alignment Guide in the shop.

1. Protection Candle Spell

Purpose: Shield yourself from negative energy.
Best Lunar Phase: Waning Moon (to banish negativity).
Tools: Black candle, sea salt, rosemary (dried or fresh), small dish.

Steps:

1. Find a quiet space and ground yourself by taking three deep breaths.

2. Place a pinch of sea salt and rosemary in the dish, mixing them with your fingers while visualizing a protective shield around you.

3. Light the black candle, saying: “By this flame, I banish harm; protect me with this sacred charm.”

4. Sprinkle the salt-rosemary mix in a circle around the candle, envisioning a barrier of light.

5. Let the candle burn for 15 minutes (or until it feels right), then snuff it out (don’t blow it out, as this disperses the energy).

6. Dispose of the salt-rosemary mix outside, away from your home.

Safety Tip: Never leave a burning candle unattended. Use a fire-safe dish to catch wax drippings.
Variation: If you don’t have a black candle, a white candle (for purification) works too.

2. Abundance Jar Spell

Purpose: Attract prosperity and opportunities.
Best Lunar Phase: New Moon (for new beginnings).
Tools: Small jar, green candle, basil, cinnamon, citrine crystal, paper, pen.

Steps:

1. Write your abundance intention on the paper (e.g., “I attract prosperity with ease”).

2. Place the basil, cinnamon, and citrine in the jar, focusing on your goal.

3. Fold the paper and add it to the jar, saying: “Abundance flows, my blessings grow.”

4. Light the green candle and drip a few drops of wax onto the jar lid to seal it (be careful with hot wax).

5. Hold the jar, visualizing money, opportunities, or joy flowing to you.

6. Keep the jar on your altar or a special place, shaking it gently each week to reactivate the energy.

Safety Tip: Ensure the jar lid is heat-resistant to avoid cracking. Let the wax cool before handling.
Variation: No citrine? Use a coin or green aventurine for abundance energy.

3. Clarity Incantation Spell

Purpose: Gain mental clarity and focus.
Best Lunar Phase: Waxing Moon (for growth and insight).
Tools: Blue candle, lavender (dried or oil), amethyst crystal, paper, pen.

Steps:

1. Write a question you need clarity on (e.g., “What is my next step?”).

2. Rub a few drops of lavender oil (or sprinkle dried lavender) on the blue candle, focusing on clear thoughts.

3. Light the candle and place the amethyst next to it, saying: “By this light, my mind takes flight; clarity comes, all doubts undone.”

4. Hold the paper with your question, visualizing a fog lifting from your mind.

5. Burn the paper safely in the candle flame (use a fire-safe dish), letting the ashes release your confusion.

6. Meditate with the amethyst for 5 minutes, noting any insights.

Safety Tip: Use a fire-safe dish for burning paper and keep water nearby.
Variation: If you can’t burn the paper, tear it into small pieces and scatter them outside.

4. Love Sachet Spell

Purpose: Attract love (romantic or self-love).
Best Lunar Phase: Full Moon (for amplification).
Tools: Pink pouch or fabric, rose petals, rose quartz, lavender, pink ribbon.

Steps:

1. Place the rose petals, rose quartz, and lavender in the pouch, focusing on love and warmth.

2. Tie the pouch with the pink ribbon, saying: “Love I call, to one or all; fill my heart with joy so tall.”

3. Hold the pouch under the Full Moon (or near a window), visualizing love flowing to you.

4. Sleep with the pouch under your pillow or keep it on your altar.

5. Refresh the herbs every few months to maintain the spell’s energy.

Safety Tip: Ensure the pouch is secure to avoid herbs spilling during sleep.
Variation: No rose quartz? Use a small heart-shaped charm or pink candle wax.

5. Cleansing Smoke Ritual

Purpose: Clear stagnant energy from your space.
Best Lunar Phase: Waning Moon (for releasing).
Tools: Sage bundle (or rosemary), feather (optional), fire-safe dish.

Steps:

1. Open a window to let negative energy escape.

2. Light the sage bundle until it smolders, then place it in the dish.

3. Use the feather (or your hand) to waft the smoke around your space, saying: “Smoke of sage, clear this stage; negativity, I disengage.”

4. Focus on corners, doorways, and areas that feel heavy, visualizing the smoke lifting away stagnant energy.

5. When finished, safely extinguish the sage in the dish or with water.

Safety Tip: Keep a bowl of water nearby in case the sage flares up. Avoid smudging if you’re sensitive to smoke—use a spray with sage essential oil instead.
Variation: If sage isn’t available, rosemary or lavender works well for cleansing.

6. Intuition Boost Spell

Purpose: Enhance your intuitive abilities.
Best Lunar Phase: Full Moon (for heightened energy).
Tools: Purple candle, moonstone, lavender oil, small bowl of water.

Steps:

1. Rub lavender oil on the purple candle, focusing on opening your third eye.

2. Light the candle and place the moonstone in the bowl of water, saying: “By this light, my sight takes flight; intuition, shine so bright.”

3. Dip your fingers in the water, touching your forehead to connect with your intuition.

4. Meditate for 10 minutes, visualizing a purple light at your third eye.

5. Let the candle burn for 15 minutes, then snuff it out. Keep the moonstone with you.

Safety Tip: Use a stable candle holder to prevent tipping.
Variation: No moonstone? Use amethyst or clear quartz for intuition.

7. Grounding Crystal Ritual

Purpose: Center and ground your energy.
Best Lunar Phase: New Moon (for resetting).
Tools: Hematite or black tourmaline, small dish of soil, white candle.

Steps:

1. Light the white candle to create a calming space.

2. Hold the hematite in your hands, standing barefoot if possible, and say: “Earth below, keep me whole; ground my spirit, calm my soul.”

3. Place the hematite in the dish of soil, visualizing roots growing from your feet into the earth.

4. Sit quietly for 5 minutes, feeling the earth’s stability.

5. Keep the hematite on your altar or carry it when you need grounding.

Safety Tip: Ensure the soil is clean to avoid mess.
Variation: No hematite? Use any dark stone like obsidian or smoky quartz.

8. Harmony Candle Spell

Purpose: Bring peace and balance to your life.
Best Lunar Phase: Waxing Moon (for growth).
Tools: White candle, chamomile, rose quartz, paper, pen.

Steps:

1. Write what you wish to harmonize (e.g., “peace in my relationships”) on the paper.

2. Surround the white candle with chamomile and place the rose quartz nearby.

3. Light the candle, saying: “By this flame, peace I claim; harmony flows, all strife goes.”

4. Burn the paper safely in the candle flame (use a fire-safe dish), visualizing balance.

5. Let the candle burn for 10 minutes, then snuff it out.

Safety Tip: Keep a fire extinguisher or water nearby when burning paper.
Variation: No chamomile? Use lavender or a white flower for peace.

9. Confidence Charm Spell

Purpose: Boost self-confidence and courage.
Best Lunar Phase: Full Moon (for empowerment).
Tools: Red candle, carnelian, cinnamon, small pouch.

Steps:

1. Light the red candle, focusing on your inner strength.

2. Place the carnelian and a pinch of cinnamon in the pouch, saying: “Fire and stone, make me bold; confidence, I now behold.”

3. Hold the pouch, visualizing yourself radiating confidence.

4. Seal the pouch with a knot and carry it with you.

5. Recharge under the Full Moon monthly.

Safety Tip: Keep the pouch away from the candle flame to avoid fire hazards.
Variation: No carnelian? Use tiger’s eye or a red ribbon.

10. Healing Bath Ritual

Purpose: Promote emotional or physical healing.
Best Lunar Phase: Waning Moon (for releasing pain).
Tools: Epsom salt, rose petals, clear quartz, blue candle.

Steps:

1. Light the blue candle in your bathroom, creating a sacred space.

2. Fill your bath with warm water, adding Epsom salt, rose petals, and the clear quartz.

3. Step into the bath, saying: “Water heal, pain I release; bring me comfort, bring me peace.”

4. Soak for 15 minutes, visualizing the water washing away pain or stress.

5. Drain the bath, imagining your troubles going with the water.

Safety Tip: Test the water temperature to avoid burns, and remove the quartz before draining.
Variation: No rose petals? Use lavender or chamomile for healing energy.

Tips for Beginner Witches

• Set Clear Intentions: Before each spell, focus on your goal. Magic works best when your intention is specific.

• Practice Grounding: After spellwork, ground yourself by eating, drinking water, or touching the earth to balance your energy.

• Keep a Magical Journal: Record your spells, lunar phases, and results in your Book of Shadows to track your growth.

• Respect Your Limits: Start small and don’t rush. Magic is a journey, not a race.

• Explore More Spells: For additional beginner spells, check out our post here.

Deepen Your Witchy Practice

These 10 spells are just the beginning of your magical journey! By working with lunar cycles, everyday items, and your intuition, you’re already weaving the threads of witchcraft into your life.

Want to enhance your lunar spellwork?

Explore our Lunar Ritual Alignment Guide for rituals tailored to every Moon phase. For more witchy inspiration, join our Weekly Witchy Wisdoms newsletter—you’ll receive weekly tarot spreads, witchcraft rituals, and lunar magic in your inbox, plus our FREE New Moon Manifestation Guide to manifest your dreams under the next New Moon! 🌙 Let’s weave enchantment together and embrace the witch within you!

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