1. Harvest Candleholder with Red Candle- This beautiful harvest candleholder represents the bounty of the season, full of grapes, pears, squash, and the remainder of the berries. The earthen tones and colorful leaves represent the beginning of Fall and the changing of the seasons as the Wheel turns. The red candle represents the masculine energies of the Sun and the passion that created the crops we are now harvesting. It also works to sympathetically encourage the continued growth of the crops lest harvests not last through the Winter months. (Where did I get it: Goodwill & Dollar Tree; Cost: $3)
4. Green Aventurine and Rutilated Quartz- In the center of the altar are three crystals, two green aventurine and a rutilated quartz. Green aventurine is a crystal of balance and prosperity, both characteristic of Mabon. The rutilated quartz, on the other hand, is a protector as well as a stone to facilitate change. While the seasons are changing, so to are our lives. This crystal is designed to ease this transition and protect us through the changes while easing anxiety. (Where did I get it: Metaphysical Stores; Cost: ~$8)
TOTAL COST: ~$15
Like my other altars, most of the items I use are found, made, or purchased for around $1, although if the items must be purchased by you, then the cost will be higher. I hope you find this sort of break down helpful, especially those of you looking to create Instagram perfect altars on a budget!
How did you celebrate Mabon this year? Unfortunately for me, I lost my grandmother yesterday afternoon and will be celebrating quietly at home with my family. I am thankful for the time I was given with her and for the continued love and support from my family and friends during this trying time. I hope that the rest of you are able to celebrate in whatever way you see fit, or at least eat a hearty meal!
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Willow, I'm so sorry for your loss. 2020 really has been a year for everyone, hasn't it?
ReplyDeleteYour alter is lovely, as usual, and I love how you show that you can be thrifty and still make something beautiful.
Thank you Adrienne. Its definitely been a challenging time for my family. Unfortunately I did not end up getting to go to her funeral, which I felt dreadful about, but in the end, it gave me an opportunity to grieve in my own way. Thank you again your for kind words. <3
DeleteOh dear...I am so sorry for your loss. Grandmas are pretty cool people; I am sure you have some pretty special memories of your time with her.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I do have very fond memories of her. She was an amazing woman, raising two girls on her own most of her life. She was a stubborn woman, but so full of love and laughter. I used to tease her for how tiny she was. She was only 5 foot to my 6 foot. I'm going to miss her so much and know my mom is too.
DeleteThere is so much beauty, heart and soul in each altar you share with us, dear Willow. I have sincerely come to look forward to your posts featuring them and am thinking that I might need to take a page from your (spell) book and blog about some of my own altars as well.
ReplyDeleteMany you have a blessed, beautiful and bewitchingly lovely Mabon-into-Samhain season.
Autumn Zenith 🎃 Witchcrafted Life
Thank you, Autumn. I would LOVE to see the altars you create. I am sure they would put mine to shame!
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