Free spell for May: Beltane Incense

At this fine moment where timeless spirits meet, we dance around the fire with hoof and feet!

For this free spell we will be creating an incense blend to honor and celebrate the energies of Beltane (also known as May Day). A traditional custom for this Sabbat is the act of jumping through the smoke of bonfires to ensure protection, blessings, and fertility throughout the year. Some people would even go as far as to have their livestock walk around or cover a low flame to bless them too with this holy fire!

But because most of us aren't as willing to jump over hot flames we'll make a unique incense blend to capture the blessings that your typical Beltane bonfire will produce for us by simply walking over the smoldering fragrance.

To create your incense you'll need to gather the following:

• Roses (for protection & love)

• Violets (to conjure good spirits)

• Frankincense (for blessings)

• Myrrh (to enhance the blend)

• Mugwort (for visions and clairvoyance)

Additionally you could add:

• Oak (for strength and health)

• Raisins (to make the spirits give you favor but also because it adds a sweet smell to the mix!)

• Sandalwood (for peace and tranquility)

• Mint (for prosperity)

Blend the ingredients together in equal portions and pulverize into a consistent blend, for a better smell you can add a few drops of essential oil (I recommend lavender, jasmine, and/or rose) and be sure to infuse the incense blend with the power of your intention!

To receive your Beltane blessings simply burn the incense on a hot charcoal in a fire-proof vessel (preferably made out of metal), and place the censer on the ground. Then just walk or hop over the smoke whilst making sure you won't step on the hot vessel to obtain your desired manifestations! You could even have your pets be blessed by the smoke by smudging it around them and small children could be held over the rising fumes.

Let the air of May be filled with the merry footfall of those who meet beside the holy may fire!

May your Beltane be as wonderful as they were in the days of yor and we hope you enjoy this free monthly spell!