All About Ritual Tools - Altar, Chalice, Athame, Cauldron, Witchy, Witchcraft

[@lolly7608]

Another enjoyable and informative video Alison…Thankyou for all you share 🙏

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You’re welcome, it’s my absolute pleasure 🥰

[@juliekane769]

Great informative vlog..i totally agree with using tools if you want. To each your own...loved your chat at the end..so interesting and understanding ..

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it and I hope you find it useful. Thank yo so much for watching until the end, it was a long one!! xx

[@Audri_at_Auds-and-Ends]

Black salt video, yes please

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Consider it added to my list! ☺️

[@nicolawood8998]

Great informative video as always would you do a video on casting a circle and rituals please, I’m a new at this so any info is much appreciated thanks

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Thank you, I’m really glad you found it helpful. Yes of course, I have plans to cover those topics very soon ☺️

[@fifidubois5514]

Really enjoyed watching this. I don't have many tools. I do love my couldron . I have to use it on my balcony because I'd set off the fire alarm. Really loved what you said at the end of your video❤

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Finding what works for you is all that matters and it doesn’t matter one little bit if you’ve got many tools or none at all. Thank you so much for watching 🥰xx

[@christineroth6927]

I love your videos. You’re so genuine and you make witchcraft so non threatening and easy to understand. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. This is the best explanation of witchcraft tools that I have ever seen. 💜

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

That is such a lovely thing to say - thank you so much. I am so glad you found it helpful xx

[@jennava]

I found this quite helpful. Also, I do love your altar cloth, it’s beautiful.

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

@@jennava thank you, I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@emmapercival5830]

Another fantastic video, thank you so much! Really informative 😊 I've often wondered where all the tools 'sit' on an altar. I have a similar chalice to yours, which was used at my handfasting ceremony in 2009. 😊

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Oh how lovely 🥰 I’m so glad you enjoyed my video and thank you so much for watching. As long as it makes you happy and feels ‘right’ to you, put your bits and bobs wherever you want to. I’ve gone with the ‘traditional’ approach but it’s only a guide 🥰

[@Galbereth]

That was very very interesting! Thank you for letting us in on the tools of your craft. I'm fascinated by this video - I was brought up Roman Catholic and am used to seeing the Christian version of some these things - Catholics are very big on candles, for example! It was really intriguing to see your 'set up', Alison and I'll look forward to seeing more on that. Thank you so much for this window into your world. Love, Mel in Devon xx 🍰🌻

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I’m so glad you found it interesting and I hope it took a bit of the mystery out of the subject! ☺️

[@LaLaLoopsyCutie]

your practice comforts me and feels similar to my own. I myself am not Wiccan but I believe in the God and Goddess, in the way of the Sun and Moon having energies that pull me towards them. Idk if you feel the exact same way but it’s nice hearing someone else say Lord and Lady without it being directly tied to a religion, or it being believed to be exactly real people. I also give offerings to the Universe itself/Nature! I rarely if at all give offerings to any deity as I moreso believe in the bigger picture, the world, the energies of space. Thank you for your insights and sharing your practice!!

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

That’s such a kind thing to say, and I really appreciate it, thank you. I absolutely believe in the energies of the Sun and the Moon and that ‘something’ is at work in the universe, and that it has both male and female aspects. I feel it is right to give offerings and show gratitude to the Earth that nurtures and sustains us. I’m really glad you are here, thank you so much x

[@heidijay5902]

Thank you so much, I love the way you explain everything. I’m new to witchcraft & your effort is very much appreciated.

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You’re very welcome Heidi. I hope you are enjoying your new Witchy life! ♥️

[@traceyshea2559]

Hello Alison. I'm really enjoying your videos, the visuals are beautiful and I find the way you describe everything so easy to follow and understand as I often struggle with processing. You give so many helpful tips , thank you so much for sharing with us 🍄

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Tracey this is such a lovely thing to say - thank you so much. I am so glad that you find me easy to understand but if anything is ever unclear or you need me to explain in a different way, please tell me! I want my channel to be accessible to everyone. I’m so glad you are here. Thank you so much ♥️

[@JOLENE-11]

This video is by far the most helpful video I've seen on ritual tools in the 3 years of me watching witchcraft videos here on KZbin. Thank you for sharing

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Wow - that’s amazing Jolene, thank you so much for saying so! I’m so glad that you’ve found it helpful and I really hope that I’ve given you something you can use. Thank you so much for watching xx

[@GrailSidhe]

Love your hair! And it was so much fun to see your tools, the silver chalice being my favourite :) Love your standing pentacle also. I definitely come home with pretty sticks as well lol and feathers, and bits and bobs from trees I love. It's probably the surest way to spot a witch in the wild lol Thank you for sharing!

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Ahh you’re very welcome, I’m glad you enjoyed it! And thank you for your kind comment about my hair! I’m smiling though because someone always tells me that they like it on a day when I’m going to get it cut!! My hair is actually very curly so I have to keep it under control or it goes crazy 🤣 Thank you so much for watching sweetheart 🥰xx

[@GrailSidhe]

@@fifty-somethingwitch2406 I would have never guessed your hair was curly, it looks so straight and healthy. I know what you mean though, mine waves in not the prettiest way so I too have to control it 😅

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

@@GrailSidhe I have a constant battle to tame mine, especially since I let my grey grow in because now it is much finer than it was xx

[@catlady6938]

Thank you I love your videos. There is another witch I follow on KZbin who also lives in Derby, I wondered if you knew of her she is lovely too her name is Helen Mirfin. Blessed be

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoy my videos! I don’t think I know Helen but I’m sure our paths will probably have crossed at some point ♥️

[@lisasmith-vu1zy]

Thanks you❤❤❤

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You are really welcome 🥰

[@tammythomas9030]

Another very interesting video. I appreciate your sharing your knowledge. Thank you!

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You are absolutely welcome ♥️

[@KarenWard-xq1li]

I’ve finally found time to set aside to watch this & immerse myself in it! I really enjoyed it. I love how you reiterate that you don’t need certain things & that if you do want them then you can build them up, not have to have a sort of ‘shopping list’. Wish list yes, but shopping list, no. Interestingly, in your end chat, when you said it’s not about tools etc, I spoke - “ it’s what’s in your heart & your intent”- you then said almost those exact words! That gave me goosebumps & made me feel quite emotional. Thank you for all the time & effort you put in to these lovely videos. I hope to watch the second books one soon. Love to you, blessed be. 🥰❤️🌸xxx

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Oh I’m so glad it resonated with you sweetie, I just wanted to reassure people that it’s not compulsory to spend loads of money on tools and equipment, especially if those things just don’t do it for you! You’ve already got everything you need 🥰 Thank you so much for watching my lovely friend xxx

[@zenilityquandry4767]

Thank you so much for an excellent, informative video. I really enjoyed listening to you and look forward to your future videos 💚

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Oh you are very welcome, thank you so much for watching and for your lovely comment! ❤️

[@DotHuxley]

I love your,e chats you are a lovely lady bless you

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You are so kind, thank you so much ♥️

[@Sunlight_Oplyser]

Enjoying my calm friday evening alone; and your comfy relatable videos 🍁🍂🍁🍂

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

That’s so lovely - I hope you’re having a really comfortable, peaceful evening. Thank you so much for bringing here 🖤🧡

[@curlyhappy-ju5cn]

Hi thank you for another great video i really enjoyed this and you took the scaryness of doing spell work out of it. It can be very daunting doing a spell or any work the first time i used to watch alot of American witchcraft videos and got so overwhelmed with them,.not that theres anything wrong with our American cousins or anyone else for that matter im sure you know what i mean hopefully. I would love a video about making black salt please. Have you made witches bottles at all that would be a good one. Oh by the way im half way through the book you recommended by Kate West the one that you read straight through in one sitting The Real Witches Handbook

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

You're very welcome, I'm so glad you enjoyed my video and I'm really happy that it took a bit of anxiety off you. It can be really overwhelming when you are trying to learn about something new and trying to pick out key points from a whole tonne of information. I made a video about Spell Bottles last week - you might find that interesting! Thank you so much for watching xx

[@MrSanchezgil]

Amazing video! Thank you for being a mentor to young witches. I’ve being a witch all my life, but I don’t have the courage to be an influencer/mentor in KZbin. Blessed be! JC

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Thank you so much, that means a lot to me! I am sure that there are thousands of Witches who would love to hear what you’ve got to say - you have absolutely nothing to lose by putting yourself out there ☺️

[@franmiller1381]

For those that say traditional witches don't have equipment..... what does Shakespearean play Macbeth show? Three witches around what??? A cauldron! 😂❤ loved the video, subscribing now.

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Absolutely spot-on!! Thank you so much for being here and I hope you enjoy my channel xx

[@antonella8221]

Thank you so much, Alison, for this interesting and useful video. My tools are not very traditional , my athame , for instance, is a piece of dagger-shaped wood I found on the beach … I tend to be found by witchy tool rather than look for them. I was impressed by what you said about candles , colours etc. Could you talk a bit more about candle magick? By the way, I ‘d like to know if you re-use the same candles more than once, I saw that the ones on the silver candle holders were not new. If they are basic part of a spell , I use new candles until they are burnt out. But I tend to use again candles from previous sabbats , for example. What do you think about it? Thanks , take care ❤

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Hello Antonella! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I love that your Athame is a piece of wood that you found! Absolutely lovely. As far as candles go, the two ivory ones in my silver candlesticks are my God and Goddess candles and not used for spellwork. I use them until they have burned down and then replace them. However, when I’m using candles in actual spellwork, I use the small candles and I choose colours appropriate to the task and I burn them all the way down. I would never use any leftover candle (if there ever was any) in any other working, because there would probably be a conflict of intent between one spell and another. I really hope that makes sense! I am planning a video on candle magic at some point which I hope you will enjoy. Thank you so much for watching ♥️

[@antonella8221]

@@fifty-somethingwitch2406 Hello Alison, thank you so very much for your answer which helps me so much with working with candles (I am at the beginning of my spiritual journey, you know) . Looking forward to your future videos , blessings and love ❤️

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

@@antonella8221 you’re very welcome sweetheart. I wish you many blessings and much joy on your journey ♥️

[@Tarotjackpot]

Love to see different teas

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I’m not really a tea lover to be honest x

[@crewlworld]

Love you videos.💜I wanted ask.. do you ever feel anxiety after a candle spell. Or do you ever feel anything uncomfortable? Being older time takes a bit of a toll on body. I find sometimes I have some unpleasant sensations such as anxiety after spell-work. Wouldn't have even noticed it 20 years ago. Thank you & Blessed Be.

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoy my videos. I don’t usually feel anxious after spellwork. I try to be absolutely certain about my intent and what I want to happen before I start work on a spell. I do find that the more energy I put into a spell, the more tired I feel afterwards and I have to take some time to eat, drink, rest and have a bath to ground myself. I’m sure we all feel different after ‘working’ though x

[@colettefoy5961]

Hello I’m a fifty something witch too, on my own so this has been a great video for me . Thanks so much xx

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Hi Colette, I'm so glad you've found it helpful! Thanks so much for watching x

[@DotHuxley]

I love you,re skarfe i love foxes

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

Thank you! I love them too! 🦊

[@Tarotjackpot]

Front door items

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I *might* do a house tour at some point and show you what I have on and around my front door ☺️

[@JeanAnderson-l5p]

What is the difference between a ritual and spell? Sorry. Beginner.

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

That’s ok! No need to apologise! A ritual is something you’d do to mark something like a full moon (known as an Esbat) or one of the festivals that we celebrate (known as Sabbats). They are simply a form of celebration and can be done either alone or with a group. There may be readings, music, blessings, and are often followed with food and drink. Spell work on the other hand is where you are working to bring about a specific intent, for example, a change in your job, or your home for example. You are being specific about what you want to happen and your focus is on the outcome. Sometimes, rituals do incorporate spell work but in my experience (and my own preference), it is more usual to do spell work alone. I really hope this helps! ☺️

[@LynnLBE]

Thank you for all this information ❗️. I’m new to practicing witchcraft, but have always been a witch. In the 1970’s, I explored for the first time, but never went very deep. I am enjoying learning the meanings & purposes of the tools, etc. if I come across any, I’ll get them from a thrift. Or I am using some things I already had. Your explanations were very valuable to me.🙏🏼🦋🩷

[@fifty-somethingwitch2406]

I am so glad you’ve found some useful tips here Lynn, and I really hope you enjoy seeking out tools of your own. It’s so exciting when something ‘finds’ you! Thank you so much for being here ♥️