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Witchcraft for Beginners: How to


Cast a Jar Spell
Updated on April 15, 2016

Mackenzie Sage Wright

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Sage has been a Witch for 25 years. As a teacher and writer, she enjoys writing informative articles to teach
others the Craft of the Wise.

Witches Jar Spells


Jar spells, also known as bottle spells or container spells, are an old form of folk magic. One of
the earliest mentions of this type of magic came from a 17th century. A man was advised to make
a Witch's jar for his wife, because it was suspected that she was being 'bewitched' and they
wanted to break the curse:
Take your Wives Urine as before, and Cork, it in a Bottle with Nails, Pins and Needles, and bury
it in the Earth; and that will do the feat. The Man did accordingly. And his Wife began to mend
sensibly and in a competent time was finely well recovered; But there came a Woman from a
Town some miles off to their house, with a lamentable Out-cry, that they had killed her Husband
But at last they understood by her, that her Husband was a Wizard, and had bewitched this Mans
Wife and that this Counter-practice prescribed by the Old Man, which saved the Mans Wife from
languishment, was the death of that Wizard that had bewitched her.
-- Joseph Glanvills Saducismus Triumphatus, or Evidence concerning Witches and Apparitions
(1681)
While this form of magic is most found in cursing and curse-breaking, its not just for baneful
magic. The Hoodoo honey jar spell for example is common in love magic. The jar spell is overall
versatile, and can be custom-designed for a variety of needs.
Heres how to design and cast a jar spell.

Learn to Cast Witch Jar and Bottle Spells

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Spells Using Jars and Bottles are Popular in Hoodoo

Hoodoo Honey and Sugar Spells: Sweet Love Magic in the Conjure Tradition
Though Hoodoo and root-work differ in some ways and philosophies from Pagan Witchcraft, there
is a lot to be learned from this type of folk magic.
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Jar Spell Intent


The first and most logical step in a jar spell is to define your intent. Your intent is what everything
in your spell will revolve around. As per usual with magic, your intent should be:
Specific goals (no wishing, no generalizing, no multi-purpose spells for 12 different things)
Realistic (no Dungeons & Dragons or Harry Potter fantasy stuff)
Ethical (I'm not going to say what is or isn't ethical; but you should certainly consider your
ethics, based on your spirituality, and think about the consequences of your actions)
Once your intent is determined, you would then proceed to begin to design your jar spell. Namely,
what kind of things you need to put into it to achieve your goal.

Pick a Container

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Choosing a Container for Your Jar Spell


Basically, any kind of container can be used for a spell. I have to admit up front, though, Im not
entirely comfortable using containers made of plastic, but opinions vary on its effectiveness. I
prefer glass, but people use clay and other materials. As long as it has no cracks and a tightfitting lid or cork, youre golden. Scrounge around the house or thrift shops. Consider using:
mason jars, baby food jars, mayo or pickle jars, old salad and oil bottles.
Make sure you cleanse and consecrate the container youre going to use. If you want, you can
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paint it in a color thats in line with your intent, or with symbols and images. This is not necessary,
but any little help can give you a boostplus, it keeps anyone who might stumble upon your jar
from seeing the contents.

1650 Clay Jar Spell

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This jar spell was dug up on an old property and is estimated to be from about the 17th century. | Source

Your Jar Spell Contents


Deciding on the contents is basically the meat of this magical working. While there is no limit to
what you can choose to include, its important to select things that will help work toward your
ultimate magical goal. I like to choose things from the following categories:
A Personalizing Item: a photograph, hair, nail clippings, blood or other personal item. You could
also use a name written on paper. This should be of the person you are casting the spell onso if
youre casting the spell for yourself, youd use your own picture, item or name. If casting the spell
for a friend, or on someone else (such as a spell to get a bully to leave you alone), you would use
their photo, name or item.
Written Intent or Prayer: There is a lot of power put into words, so I find it helpful to write your
intent on something and slip it into a jar. If you are seeking the aid of a deity in your jar spell, you
can write a note to them asking for their assistance.
Liquids: Generally the bottle contains some liquid, and which liquid you choose would depend on
your intent.
Urine is used for protection jars and jars to break a curse, but can also be used for manipulative
spells over others.
Vinegar is used to curse or harm others, or to spoil something. Safety note: vinegar jars can
explodedont fill it to the top and keep the jar wrapped in cloth or towels (unless youre
burying it).
Honey, sugar water or some kind of nectar is used when you want to compel someone or
somethingif you were seeking to make friends, to be more persuasive, to soothe over hurt
feelings, etc., youd want to sweeten their disposition.
Ammonia is used for cleansing, when you want to banish negativity or malevolent entities, or
when you wish to start new with a clean slate. Safety note: never burn candles on ammonia,
do not place ammonia jars near heat, as it can be an explosive and flammable.
Tinctures, infusions, oils, etc. would be used for a multitude of other purposes: blessings, health,
prosperity and the like. Naturally you would choose something based on your intentfor
example, a money spell might include a tincture, infusion or oil made from money-drawing herbs
like cinnamon or mint.

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Water can be used, but I dont really recommend plain water. At the very least you can make an
herbal infusion with it to give it more of a boost. I personally think heavily salted and blessed
water can be good for purification purposes, but beyond that I would avoid plain tap water.

Another Old Witch Bottle Unearthed

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Witch-bottle.jpg | Source

Solids: Like with liquids, there are different types that you would choose from based on your
intent. With this, you can be pretty creative. For example, to break a curse, jar spells usually
include items like rusty nails and glass shards. To break up a couple, the caster might add some
cat hair and some dog hair to the mixto make the people fight like cats and dogs. Heartshaped glitter or confetti might go into a jar spell to draw love. In a money jar spell, you might
include some coins (preferably with the year of your birth printed on them). If I wanted to break
writers block, I might make a jar spell with a small pencil and roll of paper wrapped around it. You
might tie a ribbon around it to hold on to love, or to bind someone.
So basicallyuse your noggin and think of things that give off the kind of energy youre interested
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in raising.
Two items that both magically powerful and easy to come by are crystals and herbs. You can find
a variety of them anywhere, and they are able to carry the energy that youll want to put into your
spell. Below I include two quick reference charts (one for herbs, one for crystals) that you can
refer to if youre new to working with these, however I highly recommend studying up and
familiarizing yourself with some basic herbs and/or crystals you might have access tothe more
you work with them and get a feel for them, the more skilled you will become at spellcraft.

Quick Reference Guide


Intent
Banishing

Crystals, Gems, Metals

Herbs, Flowers, Roots

obsidian, jet, black tourmaline,

clove, dragon's blood, garlic, hot

smokey quartz

pepper

Binding

jet

Communication

sodalite, tiger eye, turquoise

Curse-Breaking

onyx, clear quartz, selenite

Fertility

agate, emerald, garnet, malachite,


peridot

agrimony, knotweed, spiderwort,


witch hazel
mint, orris root
angelica, bloodroot, boneset,
mandrake, salt, sage, rue
apple, cucumber, fig, ivy
coriander, dogwood, eucalyptus,

Health

agate, amethyst, jade, sunstone

galangal root, ginger, rosemary,


sage, thyme

Intellect

Love

Money

Peace
Productivity
Protection

aventurine, flourite

amber, calcite, copper emerald,


lapiz lazuli, moonstone, rose quartz

gold, malachite, moss agate, pearl


amazonite, blue lace agate,
rhodocrosite, silver

benzoin, dittany of Crete, nugmeg,


rosemary,
Adam & Eve root, apple, basil,
beet, catnip, clove, laurel, lavender,
marjoram, rose
cinnamon, ginger, orange,
patchouly, vervain
cumin, lavender, violet

fuschite, gold, hematite, ruby

allspice, oregano, vanilla

amber, carnelian, citrine, malachite,

angelica, cypress, frankincense,

petrified wood

mugwort, sandalwood, wormwood

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Psychic Abilities

Relationships

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lolite, jet, malachite, moonstone,

acacia, gardenia, mugwort,

quartz, turquoise, silver

tuberose, yarrow

moss agate, pearl, peridot,


rhodocrosite, sapphire, turquoise

pansy, rose, valerian

*note: not a comprehensive list, but enough suggestions to get you going.

Using Candles

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This is a taper candle burning in the mouth of a bottle. Alternatively, place a votive or pillar candle on the
cap of a closed jar. Each time you burn a candle, let the wax accumulate and remain on the jar.

Candles
Candles are not necessary in jar spells, but I find it adds yet another boost of power if you
combine it with candle magic. Dress the candle of the appropriate color and burn it in the mouth
of the jar, or on top of the sealed jar letting all the wax melt down. You can burn multiple candles
on a jar over a course of time for an on-going project.

Words of Power
When I prepare a spell, I always like to plan a chant to say while Im casting it. Chanting is a great
way raising energy. You can find a chant in a book or online, or you can make up your own. It
doesnt have to be Shakespeare to be effective. Something simple like:
Money, money, come to me;
Help me pay these bills I see.
As long as it suits the occasion and is meaningful to you, itll work.
Rhythm and rhyming can help you memorize it quickly before you start, and then you can really
get into it like a mantra when youre casting. By letting it spill from your lips effortlessly, it
bypasses that conscious part of your brain and taps into your source of powerthat part of the
mind that sends the energy toward your goal.

Casting a Jar Spell Step by Step


1. Complete all the preparation steps above, and gather everything you will need for your spell.
2. If you prefer to use magical timing, you might look up the most effective day and hour to lend
power to your spell. You do not need to cast a circle for this spell, but if you wish to do it
within a ritual circle you may. Invoke a deity, if you wish, for assistance.
3. Cleanse and consecrate any items if you have not yet done so.
4. Ground and center yourself. State your intent, then focus on it.
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5. Pick up one item at a time (or place it on your pentacle) and charge it. Charging empowers
the item with your personal intent, while stirring and stimulating the items own natural energy
that youre trying to tap. You might say something such as, By the power of Earth, Air, Fire
and Water; By the Power of the sun, moon and stars; With the blessings of the Goddess
Aphrodite, I charge you, rose quartz, to attract love to me.
6. As you add items to your jar, chant to raise power.
7. When youre finished filling your jar, you can seal it right away (and then burn a candle on it if
desired), or you can burn a candle in the open mouth of the jar.
8. Meditate on having acquired your goal (dont envision yourself wanting your goal, or you
leave yourself in a perpetual state of wanting; envision yourself having your goal. What will
life be like, how will you feel, when it is done?). Hold onto your visualization for about 20
minutes, or as long as you can.
9. Seal your jar, if you have not. The spell is cast.

Congratulations- You Cast a Jar Spell

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What to Do with your Spell Jar Now?


There are a few different options now that youve cast your jar spell. Basically you can bury it,
hide it, toss it in water keep it on your altar, or dismantle it. Which you choose depends on what
youre trying to accomplish.
Bury the jar when

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you are seeking permanent protection or to break or repel a curse. This will stand sentry on
your property and protect you (or on the property of the person for whom you cast the jar
spell). If you dont have land of your own, you can bury it in a flower pot of soil left by your
doorstep.
you want your jar to be a magnet of sorts to continue draw things to you (attention, health,
wealth, etc.). Bury it on the property of the person youre casting for and be done with it.
you are casting a spell on another unbeknownst to them. Bury it on their propertyideally
somewhere they cross over every day, like beneath their doorstep.
If you were doing some major cursing to harm another, you could bury it in a graveyard (not
something I personally recommend by the way; but Im just passing on the information).
You are trying to rid yourself of something (or rid the person youre casting for of something),
like a disease or bad habit. Bury the jar at a crossroads, dont look back and ideally, never
return.
Hide the jar when
you want to bury it, but burying it is not an option. Hey, I am originally from New York CityI
understand you cant bury a jar easily when you live in an apartment. If this is the case, just
hide it deep in the home somewhereinside a wall, in the junk closet, or wherever it wont be
disturbed.
You plan on dismantling it sometime in the future, which when done properly will disengage
the spell.
Toss the jar in water when
using it to banish or exorcise any entities, or if you are working with any questionable
entities (again, not recommended, just passing on the information). Running natural water
sources will purify it and protect you from their return.
its successfully removed a curse, a disease, a bad habit, etc.; this is an alternative to burying
it at a crossroad. Keep in mind you could be fined for littering if youre just tossing stuff into
local waters.
*Tip: if it floats, puncture the cap with a hole, or tie it to a weight.

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Keep the jar on your altar when


when your goal is an ongoing one that youd like to keep working on. You can continue to
burn candles over the mouth of the jar, or shake it while saying your chant to keep it working
for you. Alternatively, if you have a shrine to your God/dess and sought their aid, you can
keep it there. Again, shake it occasionally while chanting to keep the power going. This is
actually a good option for spells that are going to require a great deal of time and effortfor
example, you might do a jar spell to help you pass tests, and keep it on your altar all through
college. You might repeat your chant, burn a candle or shake it every night before exams.
This is better than making a new spell for every exam.
Dismantle the jar when
when the spells power is no longer necessary and youd like the effects to stop. For example,
if you cast a jar spell to attract love, you might have had many interests for a while. Now, you
are getting married and you dont want to attract any more potential lovers. So you would
dismantle the spell. To do this, remove the contents and bury them at a crossroads or into
running water, clean the container and dispose of it. With a proper cleansing you could reuse it.
Warning: Its not generally a good idea to dismantle a jar used for cursing or hexing, or one for
breaking a curse or hex, unless you really know what youre doing. Just bury it at the crossroads
or in running water and be done with it.
One thing I do not recommend is throwing it into a fire, as is mentioned in some sources. This
was in particular a method of cursing and curse-breaking; the Witch would throw the jar into the
fire and when it burst it meant the curse was working (torturing the person it is cast on) or it meant
the curse you were lifting has broken. This is not necessary, and not a safe option at all. However,
if you do dismantle a jar spell and have some components left over (a ribbon, a paper, etc.), you
could burn those items after its dismantled if you have a safe means of doing so.

Tell Us About You...


Have you ever cast a 'jar spell' or 'Witch bottle spell' before?
Many times-- a great method for magic!
I have once or twice.
I've think tried them, I just didn't know that's what it was called.
No, but someone has cast them for me.
No, but I'm going to now!

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No... I prefer other methods of spell casting.


No way-- I don't touch Witchcraft. I was just curious.
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Bright Blessings In Your Efforts


Now that you have a complete guide to jar spells, start considering the possibilities and practice
working with them.

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