Setting Up Your Altar || Witchcraft 101

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  • čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
  • I hope this gives you an idea and some insertion for your own altars. A good rule of thumb, is if the set up feels right for you, go with your gut.
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Komentáře • 893

  • @ThePeriwinkleWitch
    @ThePeriwinkleWitch Před 5 lety +3376

    What she said about setting up your altar for your birthday and blowing out your own candles and making all of your wishes was one of the most heartwarming things I've ever heard.

    • @sleepysartorialist
      @sleepysartorialist Před 4 lety +45

      It is! Weirdly Ive never thought about doing it but my birthday has been bad for years. That could help me turn it around.

    • @kimcollins702
      @kimcollins702 Před 4 lety +11

      Sleepy Sartorialist wish for better birthdays!

    • @onion6926
      @onion6926 Před 4 lety +5

      Sleepy Sartorialist I hope they get better!!

    • @adyy444
      @adyy444 Před 4 lety +7

      my bdays on April 4th so I can maybe do that :)

    • @kimcollins702
      @kimcollins702 Před 4 lety +4

      adhya happy birthday my dude! I hope it’s a good one!

  • @synfulchild6259
    @synfulchild6259 Před 5 lety +2001

    This is one of the only videos on altars where the main message was "Do what makes you happy and what feels right!!" I love it. Thank you so much!

    • @TheWitchOfWonderlust
      @TheWitchOfWonderlust  Před 5 lety +151

      I'm happy you enjoyed it!! It's silly that when it comes to things like altars and such, that there's "rules." Pfft. Witches are made to break the idea of possible, so why do we have such rules?! Anyway, have a wonderful day!

    • @ultravioletpisces3666
      @ultravioletpisces3666 Před 5 lety +81

      You could even... NOT HAVE AN ALTER (If you don't want one)
      Or you could have a candle, a flower and a bowl of sea glass.
      Alters can be minimalist, maximalist, non existent, vertical, or literally your whole house if you want. (Or a spot in your yard or a rock garden, etc.

    • @monarchmadzz
      @monarchmadzz Před 4 lety +11

      222

    • @svirdi422
      @svirdi422 Před 2 lety +2

      I agree totally go with your own flow than following specific rules.

    • @kitkatmelon
      @kitkatmelon Před 2 lety +1

      @@TheWitchOfWonderlust TRUEEE

  • @mnstrmisha
    @mnstrmisha Před 4 lety +2734

    Altar: A specific place you work AT
    Shrine: For someone you work WITH
    Temple: The room/building/space you work IN
    this is what helped me remember the differences when I was a small baby witch, hope it helps)

    • @daira299
      @daira299 Před 4 lety +16

      Maria Stepanova thank u so much

    • @Idk-rr8mt
      @Idk-rr8mt Před 4 lety +45

      How do I save a comment-

    • @Idk-rr8mt
      @Idk-rr8mt Před 4 lety +73

      Fuck it imma just take a screenshot

    • @llukavac
      @llukavac Před 4 lety +8

      Thank you!❤

    • @firebird6158
      @firebird6158 Před 4 lety +5

      Thank youuu this really helps 😊

  • @IcklBee
    @IcklBee Před 5 lety +1857

    When you prepare your altar and then your mum cleans it all away because it’s a clutter/mess In your room -.-

    • @ultravioletpisces3666
      @ultravioletpisces3666 Před 5 lety +141

      Try getting a cork board and making an "alter" on that by pinning items, pictures, feathers, etc.

    • @ultravioletpisces3666
      @ultravioletpisces3666 Před 5 lety +154

      A few more. Ask your mom to leave one area (your nightstand for example) alone because you like to arrange it.
      Second idea- an alter doesn't have to be cluttered or have a lot of stuff. Put your stones or other like items in a small bowl, or on a small plate, etc, use few items and keep it symmetrical (two matching candles, one on each side for example) so it looks purposeful and uncluttered.
      3rd idea, get a piece of paper that fits under your items and draw a diagram showing that everything is where it should be.
      4 put everything in a clear case or shadow box.
      5. If you have some type of large, ornate box with a lid, arrange things inside the box and open when you want to see/use your alter. Close when you leave the room.
      You could also do this on a shelf, or use any type of desk with a drop side, or even am old fashion bread box- just remember to close it and it's "clean"
      If you have an ornate box that you can remove the bottom from, you can place the box over the entire arrangement, and again-- it's out of sight and doesn't look cluttery
      And again, your alter could be super minimalist. A colored cloth, a vase and flower, a dish for some crystals, and maybe some animal book ends with a couple journals or an alarm clock (old school but the point is that its something practical that doesn't look like clutter) that resembles something sacred to your diety.
      Use just 2- 3items and keep it very clean and clear looking. Your diety won't mind.

    • @acmulhern
      @acmulhern Před 5 lety +95

      Have you tried talking to her? Tell her that it is your altar, or if you prefer you can call it your meditation space or your trinket shelf etc.
      My daughter has her designated shelf for all of her "treasures" and I never touch it. She knows it, I know it and she can keep whatever she wants there. Maybe your mother would be ok with an arrangement like that.

    • @brenda0006
      @brenda0006 Před 5 lety +40

      Lol I’d have had to beg my mum to get her to clean my room 😂 it was my job from like the age of 8+. But yeah, you could just tell her it’s a collection of things that are important to you for various reasons. Hopefully she’lol understand. Plus something she didn’t mention is that you can also have a travel or portable alter. That’s what I kind of have, because I don’t really have the space for it in my share house right now 😊

    • @beanmcnobodyson4617
      @beanmcnobodyson4617 Před 5 lety +64

      My Mom is a witch too, so she doesn't EVER touch my alter unless I give her permission or ask her too.
      My dad, however, despite also being magic, always messes it up. Oof.

  • @journeytoyggdrasil9994
    @journeytoyggdrasil9994 Před 5 lety +1786

    I have experience trauma in the past which involved alot of gas-lighting and people telling me that im not remembering things correctly or that my memories are wrong. So I set up a small shrine, hidden next to my altar that is dedicated to my memories. Of good and positive childhood memories

    • @JacquelineUnderwood
      @JacquelineUnderwood Před 5 lety +76

      Kayden Widmer that’s a fantastic idea, wow. I’ve had issues with gaslighting too (aren’t people wonderful) but I wouldn’t have thought to bring my magic and intention into that struggle.

    • @bettybark4441
      @bettybark4441 Před 4 lety +47

      Oof I relate so hard to this. As well as people telling me my feelings are wrong and making me feel like I'm not allowed to feel certain ways. Hurts

    • @spike16965
      @spike16965 Před 4 lety +26

      I deal with gaslighting too and I'm wanting to make a possitive alter

    • @genevaoconnor3224
      @genevaoconnor3224 Před 4 lety +18

      That's beautiful and I'm glad you are doing that...its healing

    • @pleaseenteraname7153
      @pleaseenteraname7153 Před 4 lety +23

      I’ve always dealt with gas lighting as well as just general memory loss where I actually don’t remember things (which makes the gas lighting even worse because I’m already losing my memory but now people are constantly telling me I’m wrong when I feel certain for once) and I’ve been thinking about trying out some memory spells, but your memory shrine sounds like a fantastic idea! I’ll do that too!

  • @cryptidkid
    @cryptidkid Před 4 lety +869

    So really what you're saying is you can always make 'alter'ations...
    Sorry, but honestly great videos and wonderful insight and outlook

    • @angelica816
      @angelica816 Před 3 lety +3

      Omg that was cheesy but I love it! Keep being punny, it makes the world better, funnier, and more beautiful😁😊

    • @rowanromanova3661
      @rowanromanova3661 Před 3 lety

      Bfreaafreerfjkjnnjfrjnalijernkmerkjmdkjlgdeqwlkjfesgteceraer) ‘

  • @shambles1238
    @shambles1238 Před 4 lety +349

    Her: things that make you feel good
    Me: oh so my whole room is an altar got it!!

    • @somethingcreative1067
      @somethingcreative1067 Před 4 lety +36

      YES THAT IS TOTALLY VALID HUNNAY

    • @jennym6608
      @jennym6608 Před 3 lety +14

      Absolutely!!! I've been practicing for years (26 now!) and I went from a pocket alter to a bookcase alter to my magic room! and yes it is my bedroom haha!

    • @augustesagatyte6108
      @augustesagatyte6108 Před 3 lety +3

      Positive vibes is GOOD!!!

  • @xerampelaine
    @xerampelaine Před 4 lety +658

    I have an altar for years... Without realizing that it was an altar. I've just recently into witchy stuffs and when I'm seeing my altar while watching your video, it hit me that it's an altar, complete with the Bible and Holy Mary on it! I'm a Catholic witch btw 😄
    Don't hate on me lol

    • @maxebanana6143
      @maxebanana6143 Před 4 lety +147

      that's okay, you're totally valid!

    • @cynnamon_idk4581
      @cynnamon_idk4581 Před 4 lety +153

      No way! Baby pagan witch here! Even if we don't believe in the same God/Gods/Godesses I'll support you no matter what! 😊

    • @johnwayne3554
      @johnwayne3554 Před 4 lety +93

      Right. We all tend toward magic we just dont realize it. Aka, explained in a different way
      Happy for you.

    • @septicshock1018
      @septicshock1018 Před 4 lety +68

      Epic! Great to see a catholic witch~

    • @RainsCloud777
      @RainsCloud777 Před 4 lety +49

      Love that! 💚 I have my señora Guadeloupe and baby Jesus candles

  • @Hellnogizmo
    @Hellnogizmo Před 5 lety +320

    I bought a small, short table from a GARAGE SALE! I IMMEDIATELY felt drawn to it. Its owner was not home and her husband was running things, so I have NO idea of any history of it, but I ADORED it from the moment I sensed it, BEFORE I even saw it! This small table will ALWAYS be my alter. :)

  • @misaandcoart
    @misaandcoart Před 5 lety +419

    I love your altar. It's very beautiful. I realised that I've actually unknowingly set up an altar on my bedside table. It has my tarot and blessed be cards, and a vision board I made and framed. I also keep my tea cup there for my tea because I enjoy a cup while I'm doing spiritual practice. Especially chamomile because I have really bad anxiety and it calms me for my practice, so it's not full of nervous energy. I'm excited to move in about a week though because I've ordered some beautiful bookshelves for my books and plants and they'll act as an altar for me. 😊

    • @TheWitchOfWonderlust
      @TheWitchOfWonderlust  Před 5 lety +31

      M Watson honestly I think most aspects of the craft are so simple, but people over think it. You’ve created an altar knowing it! Many people have family shrines, a desk with all family photos and some decorations, or a shelf on a wall with items that are important to them. Have fun decorating your shelves!

    • @lumina7152
      @lumina7152 Před 5 lety +8

      Same. I started "witchcraft" without calling it as such and crystals and a manifestation journal as my "altar" without calling it as such. Still not sure if I should call myself a witch without really seeing myself as one although in behaviour...

  • @nataliewn
    @nataliewn Před 4 lety +3049

    Being a witch is basically doing things that make sense to you. Do things that make sense or feel right to you🌙

    • @nataliewn
      @nataliewn Před 4 lety +93

      @@jesuschristsavesfromhellst4432 Oh, you want to talk about destructive? Because I'm pretty that God of yours trained people like Joshua to kill off entire innocent villages.

    • @alatus4919
      @alatus4919 Před 4 lety +38

      Jesus Christ saves from hell study the bible You sound like my heavily Implied Catholic Granny 🙄Like seriously take a chill pill.No one hexed you,no one is hurting you,Just do what you want to.I am a Christian witch,and people like you are the ones who force things on others,If you are ACTUALLY a Christian then you wouldn’t force your religion on others.Seriously if god didn’t want us doing what we do he wouldn’t have given us free will.

    • @anastasiya.4
      @anastasiya.4 Před 4 lety +12

      Jesus Christ saves from hell study the bible stfu✨ Not everyone believes in God & your cult.

    • @clauds82
      @clauds82 Před 3 lety +19

      Jesus Christ saves from hell study the bible shut the hell up a witch can be any religion witches are not evil!! I’m Christian and a witch

    • @birdbrain8933
      @birdbrain8933 Před 3 lety +15

      so i can kinda just put things in my altar that make me happy? even just dumb little mementos of things that make me happy?

  • @beanmcnobodyson4617
    @beanmcnobodyson4617 Před 5 lety +183

    My alter is entirely portable, its in an enchanted box so I can put it anywhere I need and hide it when extended family comes over.
    I do have a table to put all of my witchy stuff in, but I clear off the table afterwards every time to keep it clean and hidden.

    • @chrisheartman9263
      @chrisheartman9263 Před 4 lety +6

      It's altAr. Alter is change in character or composition, typically in a comparatively small but significant way.

    • @dominique1461
      @dominique1461 Před 4 lety +3

      @@chrisheartman9263 it'd an alter altar :)

    • @chrisheartman9263
      @chrisheartman9263 Před 4 lety +5

      @@dominique1461 More like "it's an altered altar"

    • @dominique1461
      @dominique1461 Před 4 lety +2

      @@chrisheartman9263 yup 😂

    • @happyzombiikitti
      @happyzombiikitti Před 2 lety +1

      Mines is literally a portable “craft cart” with a laminated top shelf. 👌🏽🪶✨

  • @takitogoestoNY
    @takitogoestoNY Před 4 lety +69

    an altar is a sacred space where people can experience spirituality and honor their deities.

  • @servicedogzeki9490
    @servicedogzeki9490 Před 5 lety +182

    You should do podcasts I love your voice and energy

  • @luckyqueen4617
    @luckyqueen4617 Před 4 lety +144

    I'm a beginner trying to become one... I just found your channel and subscribed it because I fall in love with your explanation so clear... I feel so much drown in the stones and oils... I got collection of oils and I don't even know what to do with them.. I folded stars with colors papers and filled into the bottle as a new starts.. Hhhh I don't know what to say n where to start lol I wish to become one

  • @paultracy8625
    @paultracy8625 Před 5 lety +26

    "Think of your altar as your vision board" Exactly! So few in the Craft get the idea that all of your practices are simply meant to reinforce your personal power behind your intentions and visualizations so you can manifest the realities you desire. You totally get it!

  • @stranqedaughter
    @stranqedaughter Před 4 lety +32

    I did my first spell today!
    It was a selflove spell and after it, i was really proud of myself and i felt like i am a real witch now, but of course I'm still a baby witch and i still have to grow.🔮🖤

    • @briana428
      @briana428 Před 2 lety

      Heyy, I’m new, how is it all going for you now??

    • @bellylintlilly
      @bellylintlilly Před 2 lety +1

      make sure you are protected!! the spell could backfire. great job, though! so happy for you!! :D

  • @TheHalloweenLady
    @TheHalloweenLady Před 5 lety +135

    i love the fact that what u say is more about feeling. no rules and guidelines. just to follow our feelings and what feels good. i've read a lot of witchy books that explain the basics about alters or Wicca in general and i find a lot of the texts very strict. i don't resonate to a lot of the things that i guess "i should" but hearing your message im more driven to explore Wicca and being the witch i feel i am...in a "not book like way". so thanks for sharing . changed my way of thinking about Wicca.

    • @TheWitchOfWonderlust
      @TheWitchOfWonderlust  Před 5 lety +26

      Wicca has it's own practices, and I'm not a Wiccan so I'm unsure if in that religion follows a certain set up or not. But this is how I know myself, and many other agnostic witches set up altars!

    • @Hellnogizmo
      @Hellnogizmo Před 5 lety +5

      @@TheWitchOfWonderlust What type of religion/faith do you consider yourself if I may ask? I listen to your videos.. and they always feel as right to me, as my own craft. When I feel energies swell in me, and get that moment of overwhelming feeling, is the same kind of "truth" I feel listening to your words. I have always sort of been a "natural" witch. Like.. I just KNOW things sometimes. I once almost cried at 6-7yrs old because my mother said I didn't need my pretty umbrella today. I remember being so distraught until she agreed to let me take it. She was late picking me up from school that day, and I remember grinning from ear to ear, staring at her car.. from under my umbrella. I still to this day am not sure if she could see my smile... through all the rain.

    • @JacquelineUnderwood
      @JacquelineUnderwood Před 5 lety +1

      The Witch Of Wonderlust Wicca doesn’t have a set way for setting up an alter except that they have to contain a representation of the god and goddess. So candles, statues, whatever, on the correct side. If I remember correctly, the god should be on the right, and the goddess should be on the left.

    • @annaluisa3933
      @annaluisa3933 Před 4 lety

      @@JacquelineUnderwood not every wiccan prays to the god and goddess, or in fact to any deity at all

    • @JacquelineUnderwood
      @JacquelineUnderwood Před 4 lety

      Annie Lynx the very definition of Wiccanism revolves around the Rule of the Three and the balance of femininity and masculinity between the God and Goddess. While that can mean different things to different people, and yes, there are plenty of people who call themselves Wiccan and don’t believe in those things; that is the definition of the path.

  • @Nerd2Ninja
    @Nerd2Ninja Před 4 lety +35

    You made me realize I already have an altar. A shelf of everything from my life that makes me proud to include my journals. Incidentally, that's also where my circle is located.

  • @pleaseenteraname7153
    @pleaseenteraname7153 Před 4 lety +41

    “exploring a lot of things that uh scare you-“ *nervous laugh*

  • @fefe_naomif
    @fefe_naomif Před 5 lety +211

    My Christian Saints are right next to my witchy stuff🤦🏼‍♀️
    But I'm sure they are blessing it🙌🏻🙏🏼
    ...
    Wow...when I posted this I had no idea it would get such buzz ( and I got notified now, so tks YT). Hi everyone! Calm down, everyone is entitled to their beliefs and opinions, don't be toxic💕
    (P.S.: Yes, it is possible to be a witch and christian, in this case I am a catholic, and this is very commum among most of us Brazilians and latinos, we have a mix of beliefs, creeds and practices from African, native and European cultures... so there goes a little history for u all❤️💕 much love)

    • @nicoleavery7238
      @nicoleavery7238 Před 5 lety +4

      Witchy stuff doesn’t need to be blessed with bs

    • @four1629
      @four1629 Před 5 lety +121

      @@nicoleavery7238 Please respect other's beliefs just as we respect yours.
      I find that witchcraft has done a lot of strengthening in my Christianity! It's like I'm using what my God gave me. I'm still trying to figure out if it's really alright in His eyes, but ya know.

    • @mari-gz7uu
      @mari-gz7uu Před 5 lety +51

      @@four1629 Thank you for that! I am christian myself and I've been trying to get started in witchcraft, and sometimes I still wonder wether or not I should be doing that... but I just can't help it, it's so fascinating and makes me feel good too.

    • @four1629
      @four1629 Před 5 lety +34

      @@mari-gz7uu I agree! I think there are a lot of things that contradict between witchcraft and Christianity, but the Bible contradicts itself as well. It's best to accept even the things that don't make sense to us since we aren't God, and can only follow Him how we see fit and believe honors him best. That's what I do anyways!

    • @joysyw.8497
      @joysyw.8497 Před 5 lety +15

      I have a question, how can you worship Christian saints but do witchy stuff at the same time? I am a new closeted witch and I have many questions, this just made me wonder because I grew up in a Christian family and, yea.

  • @iamconfusion6010
    @iamconfusion6010 Před 5 lety +275

    Girl I just discovered your channel and I'm IN LOVE
    I love your aesthetic, your room and your personality. Keep up the good work 💗

  • @suzi786
    @suzi786 Před 4 lety +46

    I absolutely love your perspective on what the "definition" of an altar should be like. I've just begun my journey that has called me since I could remember. My altar is basically my "safe haven." I have a room with everything that defines me but I do my manifestations, spells and etc on a circular tall end table. I found you not long ago and I have absolutely binged your videos. Keep doing what you do. :)

  • @TimTam3
    @TimTam3 Před 4 lety +14

    I'm still in the process of becoming a witch and tbh I was most excited about setting up my own altar 😍😍😍

  • @lizzie6583
    @lizzie6583 Před 4 lety +10

    I'm a baby witch and practice in secret so I put my alter on my shelf with my jewelry box, crystals, wood pieces, torat cards, rune stones( both wrapped up) . And I add colour magic by plaiting certain pieces of wool together!

    • @abhishekgiri2191
      @abhishekgiri2191 Před rokem

      Hey, I would like to start my journey of witch with you

  • @lorenzomunoz3120
    @lorenzomunoz3120 Před 5 lety +103

    Sorry I gotta say it if no one has told you recently, but your aura feels great... but physically you are beautiful girl. Love your videos. Sorry for hitting on you 😏

    • @becauseifeallikeit0.061
      @becauseifeallikeit0.061 Před 4 lety +16

      She is really pretty I agree. That and not her "Presence" but seeing her makes me feel like she's my friend. She gives off a really friendly aura.

    • @genevaoconnor3224
      @genevaoconnor3224 Před 4 lety +7

      A friendly and accepting aura of trust...that's sweet

    • @ariwithantlers
      @ariwithantlers Před 3 lety +3

      I agree 100%- she has a good vibe about her. She’s one of the only witches i’m subbed to here because her energy is just so good!

  • @caroline-nq2mc
    @caroline-nq2mc Před 5 lety +14

    i love my birds so so much and they bring me a lot of healthy energy. when they loose feathers i put them on the altar.

  • @mellissavermeulen4688
    @mellissavermeulen4688 Před 4 lety +10

    I love witchcraft so much, I’m literally just doing what I think I should do and I LOVE it

  • @ashleylawrence3371
    @ashleylawrence3371 Před 5 lety +62

    😍 love your transition with your deck. I got the same deck this past November in Salem! It was my first time visiting which makes my deck so much more special to me.

  • @kellyfarrar6639
    @kellyfarrar6639 Před 5 lety +15

    Everyone has told me it needs to be about you. My God Candle is Captain America as a saint, and my goddess candle is Peggy Carter as a saint. Yup I have Avengers devotional candles to represent the Gods. Because I am nerd, and that is me. :)

  • @eliselarson9167
    @eliselarson9167 Před 2 lety +3

    My witching journey is already off to a great start because of these videos! Thank you so much!

  • @zenz0ha472
    @zenz0ha472 Před rokem +1

    My altar is basically a cabinet with a plant, and all of my magickal tools and books are kept within, with my crystals displayed on top. It’s really just whatever you want it to be, and it’s so much fun to change it around each season, and decorate it for Sabbath celebrations too!

  • @themoonisbeautifulisntit2860

    thank you so much for this 🥺, i’m a baby witch and i wanted to research about altars today and i was so very confused because i felt like i “had” to do it a certain way, hearing that nothing is wrong with doing it the way i want to as an individual is the most validating thing i’ve heard today 🥺. you’re by far the most comforting channel for me on this topic. thank you so much for what you do 💞.

  • @gusmonster59
    @gusmonster59 Před 4 lety +7

    I love that you encourage everyone to practice what work for them. Witchcraft is a personal thing and the most important thing to follow your heart. I change my alter as I feel it needs a change. Sometimes it's once a week, other times it's once a month. I use an alter cloth or scarves. Since it is small table I painted, sometimes I don't use any cover. It all depends what calls to me. Thank you for making witchcraft easy and earthy rather than ridged and difficult.

  • @loafyu5405
    @loafyu5405 Před 4 lety +11

    I just set up my alter the other day! It’s all decorated for Yule and i made a Yule log and it’s right there in the middle. My parents are v supportive but they are also Christian so i can’t rlly have tarot’s or pentagrams for protection so it’s not super proper but i still love it!! I’ve been meditating with my want and pendulum, and putting good energy into the Yule log and i think I’m going to start to wish for good things this year to it :) just pack it with as much good stuff as i can, and I’ve been going through a lot this year so it’s hard to get in a good mood but whenever i am in a good mood i put it to good use!!

  • @dailyproblemtalks
    @dailyproblemtalks Před 4 lety +27

    Lol, my dresser has been an alter for hell knows how long... Yip, my parents will never know ;)

  • @pioneercynthia1
    @pioneercynthia1 Před 4 lety +22

    "all of my books"
    [laughs in hoarding crow brain]
    I've got entire book shelves of magick books...
    I think, MAYBE I'd be able to use the books I'm currently working with. MAYBE.
    I love this, though. Many good ideas. I like how there's nearly endless possibilities!

  • @kylasuminguit5783
    @kylasuminguit5783 Před 4 lety +23

    I hate Inktober😂That's a season for artists and a really stressful month😂Like everyday,I'll have to submit my artwork of the day to our prof😂

  • @emijordanrogers473
    @emijordanrogers473 Před 5 lety +84

    What Tarot cards do you use? They're beautiful!

    • @madamehogan8553
      @madamehogan8553 Před 5 lety +30

      I believe that one is called "Ophidia Rosa" tarot. It is gorgeous, lots of lovely leaves and flowers...

    • @SchnitzelPolizei
      @SchnitzelPolizei Před 2 lety

      @@madamehogan8553 thank you!

  • @anystasiaacrinem8081
    @anystasiaacrinem8081 Před 4 lety +8

    This video was so helpful. I practice in secret in a opposing household. And I have no ond to teach me or tell me if im doing it right. And The Witch Of Wonderlust Channel really helps a lot. Thank you.

  • @xXxEmoxXxMeerkatxXx
    @xXxEmoxXxMeerkatxXx Před 4 lety +1

    You are very down to earth as opposed to others i see who are like " if you dont cleanse it wont work" where you are " if you have dust on the table its fine give it intention for added bonus power" i love it

  • @chika3150
    @chika3150 Před 3 lety +1

    from what I got that might help for me is, think of a alter as your vanity where you have all your brushes, makeup palettes, skincare etc. Also think of it as a workbench where you have all the tools to make furniture. Compare all of that with an Alter you work with for your craft.

  • @KaarnaNyx
    @KaarnaNyx Před 4 lety

    I've never had anyone explain altar ideas in such a well put way. Thank you!

  • @thequeensmetaphysicalcommu8150

    Altar as a vision board!? I love it! That's a great way to explain it.

  • @susanyee1
    @susanyee1 Před 4 lety +8

    You really teach so well. I like your positive energy and willingness to share your knowledge!

  • @sisterwitch9130
    @sisterwitch9130 Před 5 lety +2

    your videos are absolutely the cutest. so happy i found u, thank u for guidance through my lil witchy journey 💓

  • @Dweller415
    @Dweller415 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you sister for sharing your wisdom. It’s really giving me much more confidence as I begin (or continue) this journey.

  • @Megan0803
    @Megan0803 Před 5 lety +7

    I love that you're a marshall's fiend too. I recognize that succulent behind you, I have the coral color version :)

  • @Ash.MR.
    @Ash.MR. Před 4 lety +3

    I'm so glad to have found your channel yesterday. I first started doing spells and manifesting before and during junior high, but half a lifetime and children and relationships later, I felt like I was starting all over again. Your videos helped me to realize that I've been a witch all along, I just need to bring it back to the surface. Thanks, Olivia.

  • @drilonkennedy-gorne2049

    This literally cleared up all of my doubts and misunderstandings about alters holy hecc thank you

  • @georgiegonzales9524
    @georgiegonzales9524 Před 4 lety

    thank you so much! I’ve had so many questions about setting up my altar and this cleared everything up for me!!

  • @sohafarooki8827
    @sohafarooki8827 Před 4 lety +6

    Your voice is so calming lol I was just looking for this type of video to watch while I make my new Tarot deck

  • @skeletoninadress
    @skeletoninadress Před 4 lety +6

    Thank you for this! I don't really consider myself a witch per se but have been exploring my inner spirituality lately and was moved to set up an alter this past week. I knew nothing and just went by instinct (something I'm working on improving) and what "feels good" , and then happened across this video today. You confirmed everything I felt, which was pretty rad. You and your videos are beautiful, best wishes to you!

  • @nickyhoward0310
    @nickyhoward0310 Před 4 lety

    Just starting on my journey, and LOVE how intuitive you are, no set rules, love your approach ! Thanks!

  • @violetlewis1051
    @violetlewis1051 Před 3 lety

    i really love these videos because a lot of the time i feel like everyone’s telling me that i need to learn and read a book but i can’t do that so having someone to actually explain things to me like a one on one helps so much. i really really really wanna get into witchcraft i just never knew where to start and this whole channel helped and finally made me feel like i was getting on a path instead of wanting and never doing

  • @BlessedOdyssey
    @BlessedOdyssey Před 4 lety

    I absolutely LOVE your perspective on Altars. It makes so much sense to me. Thank you for making this video

  • @gymqueen6652
    @gymqueen6652 Před 4 lety +1

    Just found this video. It’s so helpful!! I always thought I “needed” an altar cloth, but I never really liked them. Also, the idea of a Beauty altar while I’m putting my makeup on and getting ready for the day is genius! Mornings are the worst for me, so I think this will really help. Thank you Olivia 🙌

  • @amandadutkiewicz4690
    @amandadutkiewicz4690 Před 5 lety +19

    u are the sweetest omg i lov ur content

  • @breekayla4282
    @breekayla4282 Před 4 lety +1

    This was such a helpful video, thank you! I was so confused on what was needed on my alter but after this video, I'm so excited to start creating mine 💕

  • @ashi9142
    @ashi9142 Před 4 lety

    Girl!!! You make the whole craft sound so fun and beautiful!!! ♥️♥️

  • @valdezd625
    @valdezd625 Před 5 lety +2

    It blows my mind how accurately you just described me when I got more into my practice. I literally started with Wicca and had my alter set up accordingly, and I did more seasonal stuff with it, and then I studied astrology and the zodiac more and became more aligned with my sign (Cancer, which is a water sign) and I literally got seashells from when I was young and set them up on my alter and set it up with intention aimed towards going back to the ocean on a vacation or even maybe getting a beach house for getaways with my husband and our growing family 😁 I just find it almost scary how that so accurately described me when you talked about how alters can change all the time based on intention.

  • @WeaverBird64
    @WeaverBird64 Před 5 lety +6

    I do really love your vlogs, for someone so young you are very wise. My altar has taken years to build, most of the items are family heirlooms or gifts from my closest family and friends. It is on my sideboard in the lounge. I add other bits to it sometimes, when it feels right. People do get so worked up about what goes on one. It's lovely to hear good advice. Bright Blessings to you xx

  • @HopeAngel777
    @HopeAngel777 Před 4 lety +1

    When I noticed everyone had a different way for even the most basic set up(even just where to put the god and goddess stuff), I said screw it and just started to go with the flow. Never looks the same way twice, and I love it

  • @stelladet27
    @stelladet27 Před 4 lety

    your energy is so positive and you are so helpful thanks

  • @mostlyghostsu
    @mostlyghostsu Před 4 lety

    Your videos have helped me be much more comfortable with witchcraft. I have a ton of anxiety and so trying these things and getting actual results sometimes scares me, because it’s so unfamiliar. You make everything seem so friendly and cool. Thank you :)

  • @tesscoyle7200
    @tesscoyle7200 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this so much. It was the confidence I needed to not feel like I’m messing up.

  • @rat3905
    @rat3905 Před 4 lety +11

    Olivia: ...and all that jazz.
    Me, a theatre kid: *starts singing loudly All That Jazz from Chicago*

    • @caitlincarlan2031
      @caitlincarlan2031 Před 3 lety +2

      This is the first video I've watched. I heard "Witchy stuff... and all that jazz" and hit "subscribe". 🤣 was glad to go to main page and see there are recent videos.

    • @rat3905
      @rat3905 Před 3 lety +1

      @@caitlincarlan2031 YES

  • @charlotteshinn707
    @charlotteshinn707 Před 4 lety

    i find her so intresting and i love her aesthetic and the educational value of her videos

  • @sydneycottrell6742
    @sydneycottrell6742 Před 4 lety

    I keep coming back to your channel for witch videos after watching other people’s because you make me feel comfortable (and because most of the other channels I’ve seen are Wiccan and I’m not Wiccan) so you’ve been really helpful.

  • @graciec4393
    @graciec4393 Před 4 lety +16

    i’m so gay oh god i opened this and literally did a chefs kiss

  • @Be12397
    @Be12397 Před 3 lety

    I love the idea of a beauty altar so much! What a good space for the ritual of beauty, and beauty is TRULY a ritual. Love, love, love this. 💖💖💖
    Such a great video! Thank you so much. 🙏

  • @SpoopySpoops
    @SpoopySpoops Před 5 lety +3

    I've been changing my altar a lot lately to fit what I want. It used to be really co plea and decorated and it didn't resonate with me. Now it's really simple and spacious and I think it's near perfect now. I just want two candles, maybe some crystal pillars to put on it.

  • @EMMA-eu8mq
    @EMMA-eu8mq Před 2 lety

    This video was EXTREMELY HELPFUL thank youuuu

  • @poserdisposer6460
    @poserdisposer6460 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for showing us your altar. Blessed be

  • @manal5890
    @manal5890 Před 3 lety

    I was so confused on how to set my alter up but then I saw this video and it made me so happy! thank you!

  • @shivendetta3801
    @shivendetta3801 Před 4 lety +1

    wow i needed this. Very new dabbling into witchcraft and I kept feeling like I was doing it 'wrong'. I have a whole room that acts as an altar, and I am very closed to what energies I allow there. When not in my spiritual space the blinds are drawn and door shut.

  • @risksandhope1849
    @risksandhope1849 Před 3 lety +1

    I've always been interested in spiritual things and witchcraft is one of those, but I never considered myself a witch and never tried to practice witchcraft directly. The more I learn about witchcraft the more similarities I draw between my lifestyle and witchcraft, its been quite interesting!

  • @anyam.4159
    @anyam.4159 Před 5 lety +1

    I wanted to say that you have a wonderfully bright voice that I enjoy listening to. It's not something I often find on CZcams (good speaking, I mean). I hope this doesn't sound weird. I try to improve my own speaking, so I pay attention when I listen to others speak.

  • @LauraSloman
    @LauraSloman Před 3 lety

    Newbie here! This video is so refreshing and helpful, so thank you. As an urban witch with a small apartment, my “beauty altar” and witchy altar occupy the same space on my dresser. Changing over the space from one use to another feels like a ritual in itself.

  • @hopedavis1881
    @hopedavis1881 Před 4 lety

    i recently started my practice again as it wasn't the right time for the past bit but I'm starting my magick again starting today everyone i've been watching has inspired me to start again and was mainly you thank you my witchy friend.

  • @anandirose8367
    @anandirose8367 Před 5 lety +3

    I uses my Alter as a Gods connection line, and a safe space for my tools, and witchy books.

  • @amyswisher4255
    @amyswisher4255 Před 4 lety

    Omg your so pretty and nice! I’ve been so scared and jumping about getting into this kind of stuff and you’ve made it seem like something that’s just to make me happy. I still have thousands of things rolling around in my head but this helps with a few of them. Thanks! 😆

  • @lilygrace9492
    @lilygrace9492 Před 3 lety

    I took this tiny dresser/jewelry stand and made out the entire thing to be my witchy things/storage. The top opens to show my alter and the sides open to pull up more table space. It’s really nice.

  • @Narakusslave26
    @Narakusslave26 Před 2 lety

    Using candles to ‘turn on’ your space, or activate it, is something I’ve never thought of…that’s a good idea!

  • @greenunicorn6662
    @greenunicorn6662 Před 5 lety

    Thank you for this video. It does hit on one of the most awesome things about the Craft, which is that Witches invent, as well as Craft. As women, especially, we conjure our own strength and support. Whatever makes you happy. Harm none, and do as thou will.

  • @anniegirl9653
    @anniegirl9653 Před 5 lety

    Just came across your page... you’re great!!! You keep it real and you give ideas 💜🔮 thank you!!!

  • @lemonswsushi3644
    @lemonswsushi3644 Před 5 lety +2

    Oh Lord thank you so much for the clarification! I have a portable altar and I've been troubled as to what to put on it or bring with me

  • @tessuntangled3505
    @tessuntangled3505 Před 2 lety

    Olivia, you are amazing!!! My journey has just begun and your videos are straight-forward, to the point, authentic and genuine. THANK YOU. --Tess

  • @schrodingerspetcat
    @schrodingerspetcat Před 4 lety +2

    these witch 101 vids are helping me learn so much! its currently 1am, and im diving into the witch history, spells, religions, and all the basics. i wanna start witchcraft so bad! yet my family isnt the best at saying, ok we'll help you, so the video on practicing in secret helped to! thank you!!

  • @Bethie13
    @Bethie13 Před 3 lety

    I loved your self-love glamour altar so much I made an end table that doesn't get used very much into one. I haven't been so great to myself lately maybe this will make me feel more apt to getting myself ready for.. myself! Thank you for sharing that!

  • @peace_love111
    @peace_love111 Před 3 lety +2

    I remember when I was 5 I used to mix rocks and mud and water at school, I would watch candles burn and think about lost loved ones, I would make wishes when it was 11:11. But I always said I was a Christian because that's what my family was. Until my great grandfather died. I opened my eyes and realised I was not only in love with girls, but also witchcraft. This mortified me and I kept this silent for 2 years. I now am 12 years old and I'm proud to say I'm a gay baby witch, and your channel has helped me so much. Blessed be 💖🥺

    • @fallendust3279
      @fallendust3279 Před 3 lety +1

      Stay safe! There's a lot of evil out there that will prey upon unexperienced witches/wizards.

    • @peace_love111
      @peace_love111 Před 3 lety +1

      @@fallendust3279 blessed be 💖

  • @Gtaloverx
    @Gtaloverx Před 3 lety

    Thank you soooo much!!! This is so helpfull for me!. I had sooooo many questions about altars and you just told me everything!. Thanks again!🌸💖🦋🔮

  • @zaizen4359
    @zaizen4359 Před 5 lety

    Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video.
    Of course, most introductory material on Western style magic will tell you to make an Altar and what to put on it...however that never resonated with me and I always wanted to make something that felt personalized and tailored to my needs and spiritual perspective (rather than say, imitating a Wiccan altar just for the sake of having an altar). However, I was really unsure of how to go about that without making the altar essentially ineffective as a magical tool...like turning it into a "collection of pretty and meaningful things".
    I really wasn't sure how to wrap my head around it, but your explanation of things has given me inspiration and confidence that I can begin to put something together that I can be happy to spend time around each day while still being a potent magical tool in of itself...something that will actually get used!

  • @finch4309
    @finch4309 Před 4 lety

    I WANT YOUR MATCHES
    that matchbox is so cute omg

  • @Reiner5200
    @Reiner5200 Před 5 lety +5

    I saw this and then intuitively gave my altars a make-over :)

  • @ismena4837
    @ismena4837 Před 2 lety

    I'm a very very beginner or baby witch.... well this made me feel so good because basically says that all you have to do it's use your creativity and put things with you feel good having there. Thank you so much❤️

  • @plastic-dia
    @plastic-dia Před 4 lety

    I have been confused for so long and this video really helped me. Thank you.

  • @maiwensanga9734
    @maiwensanga9734 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for this video i needed it, weirdly what i liked the most was the part about keeping your altar or room for yourself, like saying it is personnal.

  • @theonecornelia
    @theonecornelia Před 3 lety

    I love my alter! When I look at it, it does make me happy, feel good and empowered. I do not like to show off my main alter, but love my plant alter and showing it off.

  • @missvicious92
    @missvicious92 Před 4 lety +23

    I LOVE the idea of a beauty altar! I basically already have been doing that without realizing it. I'm just the kind of person who needs permission before I do anything, which is difficult being a solitary witch 🤣