Bruja

Creating a Bruja Intention Candle infused with natural oils and crystals is a beautiful way to harness and direct powerful energies for your specific intentions. This candle can be used in various rituals and spellwork, particularly those focused on empowerment, protection, and manifestation.

Ingredients and Supplies

1. Candle Wax: Choose soy, beeswax, or another natural wax as the base for your candle. These natural options burn cleanly and are easy to work with.

2. Wick: Select a wick that suits the size of your candle container or mold.

3. Natural Oils:

   • Essential Oils: Choose essential oils that resonate with your intention. For example:
     • Lavender: For peace and healing.
     • Rose: For love and self-compassion.
     • Frankincense: For spiritual protection and clarity.
     • Cinnamon: For prosperity and success.
   • Carrier Oil: A small amount of a carrier oil like jojoba or coconut can be used to dilute the essential oils if needed.

4. Crystals: Select crystals that align with your intention. Crystals can be placed at the bottom of the candle, around the wick, or suspended within the wax. Examples include:

   • Amethyst: For spiritual growth and protection.
   • Rose Quartz: For love and emotional healing.
   • Citrine: For abundance and manifestation.
   • Black Tourmaline: For grounding and protection.

5. Herbs: You can add dried herbs that correspond to your intention, such as rosemary for protection, basil for abundance, or chamomile for peace.

6. Container: Choose a glass jar, ceramic pot, or any heat-safe container for your candle.

Steps to Create a Bruja Intention Candle

1. Set Your Intention: Before you begin, take a moment to clearly define the intention you want to imbue into the candle. This could be for protection, love, healing, or any other purpose. Hold this intention in your mind throughout the candle-making process.

2. Melt the Wax: Using a double boiler, melt the wax over low heat. Stir gently and focus on your intention as the wax melts, visualizing the energy you want to infuse into the candle.

3. Add Essential Oils: Once the wax is fully melted, remove it from heat and add your chosen essential oils. The amount will depend on the size of your candle, but typically 10-20 drops of essential oil per 8 oz of wax is a good guideline. Stir the wax gently while repeating your intention.

4. Prepare the Crystals: Place the crystals at the bottom of your container or suspend them in the wax. If you want the crystals to be visible as the candle burns, place them strategically around the wick area.

5. Add Herbs: Sprinkle dried herbs into the melted wax, focusing on your intention. You can mix the herbs directly into the wax or place them on the top layer of the candle.

6. Pour the Wax: Carefully pour the wax into your container, making sure the wick is centered. Allow the wax to cool and harden.

7. Final Blessing: Once the candle has solidified, hold it in your hands and focus on your intention one last time. You can say a prayer, chant, or simply visualize your desired outcome, infusing the candle with your energy.

8. Decorate (Optional): You can decorate the outside of the candle with symbols, runes, or words that resonate with your intention. Use paint, markers, or wrap the container with ribbon or twine.

Using Your Bruja Intention Candle

• Ritual Use: Light the candle during your ritual or spellwork. Focus on your intention and visualize the energy being released with the flame.
• Daily Meditation: Light the candle during meditation to help manifest your intention. You can repeat affirmations or simply focus on the flame.
• Altar Addition: Place the candle on your altar as a continuous source of energy for your intentions.

Metaphysical Benefits

A Bruja Intention Candle imbued with natural oils and crystals becomes a potent tool for manifestation. The combination of the flame, the scent of the oils, the energy of the crystals, and the power of your intention creates a synergistic effect that can help to manifest your desires, protect your energy, or bring healing and balance into your life