Fairy Dust Glitter Gel   1/4 cup aloe vera gel 1 teaspoon glycerin 1/4 teaspoon fine polyester glitter (any color) 5 drops fragrance oil (your choice) 1 drops food coloring (your choice)   Mix aloe and glycerin in a small bowl. Stir in glitter, fragrance and color. It is ready to use immediately. * You can buy fine polyester glitter at most craft stores.   Potions And Perfumes                          These potions and perfumes are simple and fun to make!                          When stored in curious  containers, they add a touch                          of Victorian decoration to  any home. In addition to                          being very pretty, they're also  very effective! And make                          beautiful gifts.....                         Rose & Glycerine Cleansing Cream                       A very gentle, soothing facial cleanser.                            1 1/2 Ounce Almond Oil                                1 T. Glycerine                                2 T. Beeswax                                 2 T. Lanolin                              Large Pinch Borax                                3 T. Rosewater                             1 T. Zinc Oxide Cream                           7 Drops Rose Essential Oil             In a double boiler, slowly heat almond oil and glycerine together.            Put lanolin and beeswax in glass bowl over a pan of hot water, mix.            Add oil and glycerine mixture into this and beat with whisk.           Dissolve borax in slightly heated rosewater, beat this into glycerine mixture.           Should be a cream-like consistency. Allow to cool.            When cool, beat in the zinc oxide cream and rose oil.              Spoon into decorative jars and label.                                Rosemary Shampoo                This gentle shampoo has the added benefit of Rosemary,                  long known for its hair conditioning and strengthening                         properties. Also stimulates hair growth!                            1 Bunch Fresh Rosemary                             1/2 Pint Distilled Water                      4 1/2 Fl. Oz. Unscented Baby Shampoo                         4 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil                Boil the fresh rosemary in the distilled water for 1/2                      hour,                 reducing the amount of liquid by half. Allow to cool.                Strain the rosemary and water into a large screw-top jar                                                                  and add the unscented shampoo and essential oil.                   Shake well to mix.  Decant into decorative bottles.                               Rosemary & Lavender                               Hair Massage Oil                            4 1/2 Fl. Oz. Almond Oil                         4 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil                          4 Drops Lavender Essential Oil                      Mix the almond oil with the essential oils.                          Store in decorative container.                     To Use: Warm the oil slightly, then message                      it into the hair vigorously with your fingers.                      Comb through and leave on hair 1/2 hour.                        Wash off with rosemary shampoo.                             Chamomile & Neroli Bubble Bath            Neroli and chamomile oils are well known for their healing                                           qualities.                           10 Drops neroli essential oil                          5 Drops chamomile essential oil                        6 Fl. Oz. Unscented baby bath liquid                     Mix the oils with the unscented bath liquid.                        Use as you would any bubble bath.                                  Marigold & Fennel  Milk Bath                            Fennel acts as a stimulant,                       while marigold offers healing qualities.                   Milk is an excellent skin softener and conditioner.                                Muslin material                               8 T. Milk powder                            4 Oz. Dried fennel seeds                          2 Oz. Dried marigold flowers                                   Ribbon                     Cut out a 10 inch diameter circle of muslin.                   In a bowl, mix together the seeds, milk powder,                   and marigold flowers. Place a large hanful of the                   mixture into the center of the muslin circle.                   Gather up the edges to form a pouch                   and tie tightly with ribbon.                   Toss into hot bath and allow to steep                    about 10 minutes before entering.                               Orange Flower Tonic                        A refreshing treatment for tired skin,                      stimulates the growth of healthy new cells.                          6 Fl. Oz. Orange flower water                             4 Fl. Oz. Witch hazel                              5 Drops Glycerine                           5 Drops Neroli essential oil                    Put all ingredients into a lidded jar and shake.                    Pour into pretty bottles with airtight stoppers,                     decorate with labels and ribbon.                                 Rose & Violet Perfume                            4 1/2 Fl. Oz. Rosewater                             3 Fl. Oz. Violet water                               5 Drops Rose oil                               4 Drops Violet oil                               3 Fl. Oz. Vodka                              Mix all ingredients.                         Pour in pretty bottle with stopper.     CHARMS OINTMENTS AND POWDERS     1)Flying Ointment = 1/2 Cup shortening, 3 drops dragon's blood, 3 Tbsp. mugwort-Melt shortening over low heat. This is your base. Add mugwort and dragon's blood to base. Visualize your intent while stirring. Steep for 9 minutes. Strain into glass jar. Allow to cool before use.   2)Anti-Wrinkle Oil For The Over Thirties = 10 drops yarrow, 10 drops palma rose, 7 drops fennel, 5 drops carrot, 5 drops jojoba, 2 drops patchouli, 8 drops clary-sage, 8 drops rose, 5 drops borage seed-Dilute in 2 Tbsp. hazelnut, almond and apricot kernal oil.   3)Attract Love = 1 pink candle, myrrh oil, needle/pin-During the waxing moon, rub 1 to 2 drops oil on candle, with pin scratch your initials with a heart around it into the wax. Light candle and allow to burn completely out.   4)To Keep Evil From Your House = Make a magickal tea from any of the following herbs and sprinkle in the corners & doorways of your home to prevent evil forces from entering-Angelica root, broom tops, curry powder, holly thistle, tormentil, poke root.   5)Luck Spell = Create a bath of pineapple, orange rind and poppy seeds. Let the aromas carry good fortune to you.   6)Love Spell = Vervain and rose petals steeped together in water were a potent love elixir used in medieval France.   7)Aphrodisia(Incense/Oil) = This is great to burn in the bedroom if you're looking for passion and wild sex-Patchouli, Pine Needles, Sandalwood.   8)Joy(Incense/Oil) = This is excellent for relieving depression-Allspice, cloves, nutmeg.   9)Tansy Skin Tonic = 1 Large handful tansy leaves, 2/3 cup water, 2/3 cup milk-Put leaves, water and milk in a pot, bring to boil, simmer 15 minutes, allow to cool in pan, strain, keep in fridge, splash on skin.   10)Hex-Breaking Ointment = 3 parts galangal, 2 parts vetivert, 1 part thistle, 2 parts dried ginger root-Steep herbs in shortening, strain, cool and anoint body at night.   11)Riches Ointment = 4 drops patchouli, 1 drop clove oil, 1 drop basil, 3 drops oakmoss bouquet-Mix with oil and anoint body and hands daily.   12)Protection Sachet = Pulverize each of these herbs in a mortar; Lavender, red rose petals, bay leaves, marigold, add 1 drop lotus oil-Place in a small black pouch and charge with magickal energy.   13)Morgana's Prosperity Oil = 1 tonka bean, 3 parts bergamot oil, sweet almond oil, 1 part vetivert oil, 1 drop pineapple oil-Put tonka bean in a bottle. Fill 1/2 the bottle with almond oil. Add the other oils, mix well. Store in cool, dry place.   14)To Stop Interferance = Write the name of your enemy on a piece of paper, place in a ziplock bag, fill 3/4 of the bag with water, zip shut and put in freezer.   15)Fiery Passion Powder = Red candle. Red and gold talc. Patchouli(lust), mandrake(lust), musk(lust)-Increases your sexuality.   MONEY POTPOURRI   1 Cup Oakmoss 1 Cup Cedar shavings 1 Cup Pathchouli 1/4 C Vetivert, powdered (or pulled apart) 1 tbsp. Nutmeg, ground 1 tsp. Cinnamon, ground 1 pinch Ginger, ground   Psychic Potpourri   To burn during psychic workings 3 Tablespoons galangal 1 Tablespoon star anise (or 2 whole) 1 Tablespoon lemon grass 1 Tablespoon thyme 1 Tablespoon rose petals pinch mace pinch real saffron Fill a pot with 2 cups water, add potpourri, simmer on low heat 1/2 hour or more. Add water if it burns low.   Samhain Boiling Potpourri   In a medium sized sauce pan add: 2 cups water 15 cloves 6 cinnamon sticks 8 bruised nutmeg cloves 1 dried apple chopped into approximately 1/4 in pieces 2 tbs. dried orange peel 1 tbs. vanilla extract 1 tsp. dried hyssop a dash of lemon juice This mixture can be set to simmer gently on teh back burner and creates a very pretty fragrance in the kitchen as it works.   Winter Solstice Ritual Potpourri Recipe by Gerina Dunwich 20 drops musk oil 25 drops pine oil 1 cup oak moss 2 cups dried mistletoe 1 cup dried poinsettia flowers 1 cup dried bayberries 1/2 cup dried rosemary 1/2 cup dried holly leaves and berries 3 crushed pinecones Mix the musk and pine oils with the oak moss, and then add the remaining ingredients. Stir the potpourri well and store in a tightly covered ceramic or glass container. (The above recipe for "Winter Solstice Ritual Potpourri" is quoted directly from Gerina Dunwich's book "The Wicca Spellbook: A Witch's Collection of Wiccan Spells, Potions and Recipes", page 164, A Citadel Press Book, Carol Publishing Group, 1994/1995)   Sabbat Soap 8 blocks of glycerin soap (from those soap kits) 3 drops Frankincense 3 drops Myrrh 1-2 drops clove about a tablespoon of oil for moisturizing (Jojoba, almond oil, etc.)   Put ingredients in a large plastic cup and pop it in the microwave until it begins to melt, take out, stir, and pop it back in until it's completely liquid (about a minute total).   Your house will smell absolutely wonderful and on Sabbat night you get an extra-special treat in your bath! Yule Incense Recipe by Scott Cunningham 2 parts Frankincense 2 parts Pine needles or resin 1 part Cedar 1 part Juniper berries Mix and smolder at Wiccan rites on Yule (on or around December 21st), or during the winter months to cleanse the home and to attune with the forces of nature amid the cold days and nights. (The above recipe for "Yule Incense" is directly quoted from Scott Cunningham's book: "The Complete Book of Incense, Oils & Brews", page 100, Llewellyn Publications, 1992.)   SACHETS In making sachets, small muslin bags with a drawstring at the opening are excellent for this porpose, and may be purchased at craft and cullinary shops.If you choose to make your own bags choose lightweight fabrics, preferably 100% cotton, cotton blends, silk, chintz, calicos and chantilly lace. Bags may be made into decorative shapes, mini pillows or baggy dolls. Large packets do well for trunks, drawers or closed strorage areas. Small packets are better for travel bags, suitcases and purses.Sachet mixtures usually need more fixatives because the dry ingredients do not retain their essences very long. Colorful botanicals may be added to enhance a decorative sachet. Essential oils are often neccessary to perk up fragrances.. RECIPES: 1.Oriental sachets. rose petals   1 part Khus-Khus    1 part Patchouly     1/2 part mace            1/4 part   2. Orris root  1 part sandalwood   1 part Cassia           1/2 part Rose petals    1/2 part Cloves            1/4 part   MILLEFLEURES SACHET Orris root   4oz. Gum benzoin 4oz Lavender flowers  4oz Rose petals  4oz Tonka beans 2oz Mace 1oz Sandalwood 1 oz Cloves 1/2oz Allspice 1/2oz Cinnamon 1/2oz All ingredients for this sachet should be coarsely ground.   ROSE SACHETS 1. Rose petals   2lbs. Sandalwood, coarsely ground  1lb. Oil of Rose or Rose geranium  1/4oz   2. Rose petals   10oz Orris root         8oz Lavender flowers   2oz Oil of bitter almond   5 drops   LAVENDER SACHET Lavender flowers     1/2 pound Orris root                 2oz Oil of lavender          1/4oz   FRANGIPAINI SACHET Orris root     8oz Sandalwood   1 1/2oz Tonka beans   1/2oz Oil of Rose     5 drops Oil of Neroli   3 drops The three dry ingredients should be coarsley ground. Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a mortar.   EXOTIC SACHET Orris root      2lbs. Rose petals     1lb. Tonka beans   4oz Oil of rose      1/8oz Oil of cinnamon  10 drops Oil of clove     10 drops Oil of nutmeg  10 drops The Orris rot and Tonka beans should be coarsely ground.   FLORAL BOUQUET SACHET Orris root     4oz Sandalwood, coarsley ground   4oz Rose petals   4oz Orange peel   4oz Tonka beans   4oz Oil of Rose    12 drops Oil of Bergamot 12 drops Oil of neroli   5 drops Oil of Lyang-Lyang  5 drops Oil of rose geranium  5 drops Oil of cinnamon    3 drops oil of bitter almond   3 drops.   FLOWER OF THE FIELD SACHET Calamus root     4oz Corriander seed   4oz Orris root   4oz Rose petals  4oz Lavender flowers  2oz Mace, ground   1/2oz Cinnamon  1/2oz Cloves    1/2oz The first three ingredients should be coarsley ground. All should be mixed together thoroughly..   FIXATIVES FOR SACHES AND POTPOURRI Fixatives are those botanicals that should be added to sachets, potpourris and perfumes to help retain their fragrances. As most fragrance evaporates in time, fixatives are necessary to slow this process, as well as to add their own aroma to the overall scent. The following botanicalls are highly regarded for thier fixative qualities in the field of aromatics.. Balsam of peru Balsam of tolu Gum benzoin Burgandy pitch Calamus root Clary sage herb Khus-Khus (vetivert) root Opopanax gum Orris root Patchouly leaves Storax resin Sumbul root Tonka beans Oil of bitter almond may serve as a fixative in place of animal produts.. For those wanting a musk-like scent in thier mixtures, Sumbul root can be used.. The fragrance of most aromatic botanicals dissapates with age, but there are a few that actually increase their scent if kept in a confined space such as drawers, closets or trunks.. Several of the most pleasant of these are Khus-Khus (Vetivert), Orris root, Calamus roots, and Master-of-the-woods and Costmary herbs. They are good additions to sachet and potpourri mixtures..   FRAGRANT INSECT REPELLENTS An early practicle use of sachets and potpuorri was to help repel insects and pests from the household and it's contents including the inhabitants.. The addition of one or more of the following ingredients in a mixture or used alone, may help deter the enroachment of insects.. The enemy                                   The remedy Ants                                             Tansy, fresh flowers Fleas                                            Fennel, powdered Fleas or lice                                 Pennyroyal herb or oil Flies                                            Tansy, fresh flowers Insects in linen                             Costmary, lavender, rosemary,or woodruff Mosquitoes                                    Decoction of penyroyal Moths                                            Lavender or rosemary Spiders                                          Khus-Khus (vetivert)     TOILET WATERS Toilet waters are similar to colognes, but they are not as potent. They are most often used in the same manner, after baths or after washing.  They can be splashed on freely.  They also can be used after shaving. Toilet waters can be used to scent handkerchiefs and other personal articles, but they should not be so fragrant that their persistence is overwhelming.  Like a whiff of a flower, they should leave a delicate impression.     ROSE WATER 10 ounces of unscented alcohol 5 ounces distilled water 3 drops of rose perfume or 1 drop of oil of rose 1 drop oil of rose geranium 1/2 ounce tincture of benzoin   LAVENDER WATER 10 ounces deodorized (unscented) alcohol 8 ounces water 1 drop oil of bergamot 1/2 ounce tincture of benzoin 3 drops lavender perfume or 2 drops oil of lavender   ORANGE BLOSSOM WATER 8 ounces water 10 ounces unscented alcohol 3 ounces tincture of orange blossom 1 drop oil of bergamot 1 drop orange oil   FLOWER POWER COLOGNE   This is a light, fresh toilet water that combines two favorite garden scents - rose and lavender - with fresh herbs and citrus peel for an irresistible scent, perfect for splashing on throughout the day.   2 tablespoons fresh rose petals 2 tablespoons fresh lavender flowers Peel of 1 lemon (zest only) 1 tablespoon fresh Rosemary 1 tablespoon fresh Peppermint 2 Cups water 1 1/4 cups vodka   Place the flowers, peel, and herbs in a small saucepan and cover with the water.  Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes but do not boil.  Cool completely and add the vodka.  Pour the mixture into a clean container with a tight-fitting lid and place in a cool, dry location for 2 weeks. Strain off all solids and bottle your cologne in a pretty bottle.   Yield: 16 ounces   FLORIDA WATER   Bergamot oil 3 fl. oz. Clove oil 1 1/4 fl. oz. Cinnamon oil 2 1/2 fl. oz. Lavender oil 1 fl. oz. Lemon oil 1 fl. oz. Neroli oil 1/2 fl. oz. Jasmine oil 6 fl. oz. Rose water 1 pint Alcohol 8 pints     I don't know if it has any medicinal uses, but it's commercially a cologne you can actually buy bottled "Florida Water", it is used alot in Voodoo and Santeria rituals esp as an offering to Erzulie or Yemaya Goddess of the Sea, and Oshun Goddess of Rivers and sort of the "Venus" of the Voodoo Pantheon.   I want to thank all of the folks who have contributed to these recipe's over the years.  It would take another whole web page to name them one at a time.  But they all know who they are, and all deserve lots of credit for thier hard work.