Recently I’ve been offering some amazing magickal jewelry and handmade amulets on Ebay. I’ve had a few questions about what the difference is between a spell and spelled jewelry and I thought I would answer them here because this may be of interest to all.

Which is stronger a spell or a magickal item with spells cast upon it?

There is nothing better than a directly cast spell for any situation. That is because a spell is focused will and intention and has immediate powerful energy that is released in the casting. Spelled magickal items (such as jewelry or containers of some kind) may have a number of spells attached to them but the spells are of a long-term and long-acting nature. In other words, for fast results seek a spell - for results that you are willing to wait for over a period of time, consider a magickal item. The best of course is both - a spell in the short-term then a magickal item to act as support in the long-term. For instance if I have a spell like Magnetic Attraction cast , then I might want to consider a ring that has an attraction or love drawing spell on it to keep the energy of my spell working at a higher frequency and duration. This is just one consideration for magickal spelled items.

What items can hold a spell?

Just about anything can - obviously items like wands, chalices, athames, sacred religious objects, scrying bowls, crystals (though they have inherent magickal qualities too), talismans, jewelry, witch bottles -the items are consecrated in a ritual to hold the specific qualities of the spell. Certain items work better than others - natural items that have their own magickal correspondences (wood, crystals, semi-precious stones, precious metals, witch-crafted items) are the best. Also symbols are excellent as long as they are crafted with a spell.

How long does a spelled item last?

Once an item has been consecrated and spelled it will last until the spell is removed and the item cleansed of all previous energies. That doesn’t mean that it will be effective indefinitely - like everything, even spelled items have an ebb and flow in their power depending upon how often they are worn and used. It also depends upon what spells and energy have been put into an item. For instance I have specific jewelry that I have worn during thousands of castings and these are absolutely the most powerful items I own. They will continue to supply power long after I have passed from this earthly plane.

Can you add a spell to an item I already own?

I could, yes and have done this for clients before but it is not something I do often.  I’d rather find the right vessel for you myself.

If I want my ex-boyfriend to return to me should I get a spell for this or a ring that has certain properties to return a lover?

I recommend a spell since it will be more powerful because it uses the energy from the spellcaster (me) the inherent power from the spell itself and any correspondences involved in the casting plus the energy of the client to complete the spell. A magickal item just has the energy for the spell cast upon it from the witch who cast it. Even though you will wear the item your energy is not a part of the spell itself, so it is not as directed.

I hope this helps you to understand more about what I offer. If you have any further questions please just ask and email me at amita@magickrituals.com or amita@mysticspells.com.

Casting went well on New Year’s Eve. I was able to get a great, crackling fire going in the fire pit and it was cool but not freezing cold (like it is tonight). I brought Lucy out in her plush carrier (she is so spoiled) and enjoyed the celebration of casting on the Blue Moon and ringing in the New Year. All my spells benefited from the Blue Moon since this New Year’s Eve version will not occur again until 2028. I enjoyed my time outside and then came in to watch Dick Clark and Ryan Seacrest on TV. Toasted the New Year with Mom and some Moet et Chandon.

There was something smooth about last night - it seemed almost effortless. It must have been all that great celebratory energy all over the planet! It even rained a little but that didn’t put a damper on things, though the fire eventually sputtered out; fortunately the spells were complete.

In contrast, tonight is cold and the fire was the only warm spot. Even the house seemed cold when I came back in. I usually cast at 10pm or so but tonight would be too cold so I cast earlier, right after sunset.

For the Chinese New Year’s Day Good Fortune Spell, I burn the previous year’s results in the bonfire, then prepare the new results. I keep them in my home until the next year. I was happy to see many clients take advantage of this wonderful good fortune spell but I was somewhat disappointed in seeing some of the names from last year’s spell were clients I haven’t heard from in a while. I really do appreciate it when clients keep in contact with me. I like to know how you are!

I’m practically chilled to the bone right now. I’m under a faux fur throw in my bedroom, cuddled with Lucy with fragrant bayberry candles blazing all around. They are soy candles, the first ones I’ve made like this and they smell great. I will be making them next year for the Yule Spell I think.

All results from Yule will be going out on Monday with the New Year’s Eve casting and tonights casting results. Thanks for your patience with me over the holidays. I was very busy this year. I hope this is a good sign for 2010!

Incidentally I always cast the Chinese New Year’s Day Good Fortune Spell for myself every year!