{"id":65,"date":"2020-02-17T22:09:41","date_gmt":"2020-02-17T22:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiccangathering.com\/?p=65"},"modified":"2022-02-04T22:01:57","modified_gmt":"2022-02-04T22:01:57","slug":"how-to-make-your-own-wand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wiccangathering.com\/gb\/how-to-make-your-own-wand\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Your Own Wand"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A sacred piece of every Wiccan’s magickal toolkit, and their altar<\/a>, is their wand. It’s a deeply personal object and one which most witches hold dear. It’s no surprise you want to learn how to make your own wand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When thinking about wands, there are two main choices– Do you buy one or make your own? Both routes have pros and cons that are discussed in this article. In the end though, only you can decide what’s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are a beginner and want to know more about wands, or you are experienced and want to learn how your own wand for the first time, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a wand?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A wand is an instrument that you use to direct your magickal intention. It is an extension of your will and energy, and you use it to gently channel your power into manifesting what you want to achieve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a useful addition to your mystical practice and allows you to realise the central Wiccan belief that you must align with your desires, then the realisations of your desire in the physical world follows when you cast a spell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wands can also be used to direct energy towards something, such as directing the moon\u2019s energy downward, or to send healing energy, or to counteract bad energy. They also also commonly used in ceremonial magick to cast circles, invite and focus energy, or to draw magickal symbols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although a wand is commonly thought of as being a magical object, it\u2019s not actually magickal in its own right. It\u2019s a tool and channel for your own energy, power, and will to bring about magickal transformation as the practitioner. You charge your wand with your own personal power to use in your spellwork.
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Can beginners learn how to make their own wand?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t need a great deal of experience to make your own wand. This guide will help you through the process and find the materials you need.
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Why make a wand vs buy one?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To be sure, there are perfectly good reasons why you might want to buy a wand, and that may be the right choice for you at a given time. The wand for you will present itself when you\u2019re ready. However there is definitely something special about making your own wand and the act of making your own presents you with something enlightening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A your wand\u2019s power and how well you work with it depend on how in sync you are with your wand and how aligned your energies are. The process of creating a wand from scratch lets you get to know the wand (and the wand to get to know you) intimately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making this object yourself from natural material allows you to get closer to the Earth.  Throughout the process of making the wand you are in physical contact with the materials and more of your energy gets embedded into the wand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will have a great sense of pride and love for the wand you\u2019ve made yourself, whether it is your first wand or not. Wands are an intensely personal item and what better way than to craft it yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will have no questions about where the wand came from or how it was made. You\u2019ll know it was made with love out of an abundant environment, not mass manufactured in a negative or threatened environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can I have more than one wand?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Certainly, but is your own personal preference. Many practitioners use one wand for many years. Others have several specialized\"Opens<\/a> wands for different types of magickal work. This is entirely up to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best recommendation is to do what feels right to you. If your energy is most powerful with one wand, stick with that. If you\u2019d like to draw on the properties of another material, for example, feel free to add another wand to your collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I store my wands?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wands are special items and absorb the energies which surround them, so they must be stored carefully. A wooden box is best, followed by wrapping them in silk or cotton. Cleansing is also wise after any period of long storage or after use. Cleanse your wand with incense, a smudge stick\"Opens<\/a>, or visualisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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