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Welcome to July’s Magic

July is a month bathed in golden sunlight, brimming with warmth, energy, and abundance. It’s the peak of summer, a time when nature is in full bloom, the days are long, and the energy of the sun is at its most potent. This is a perfect time to embrace solar magic, water rituals, and elemental crafting.

As we move toward Lammas (August 1st)—the first harvest festival—July invites us to honor both fire and water, the two dominant elements of the season. Whether you craft under the blazing sun or near the cooling waves of the ocean, this month is an opportunity to infuse your creativity with magic.

Seasonal and Astrological Influences

July carries a dual energy—Cancer season (June 21 – July 22) brings deep intuition, emotional reflection, and connection to the home, while Leo season (July 23 – August 22) brings confidence, self-expression, and fire energy. This balance between water and fire makes July a powerful month for both introspection and bold action.

Key Astrological Events

• New Moon in Cancer (early July) – A time for emotional healing, self-care, and home protection magic.
• Full Moon in Capricorn (mid-July) – A time for grounding, long-term goal setting, and success magic.
• Sun in Leo (late July) – A time for confidence, passion, and stepping fully into your power.

Energetic Themes of July

• Sun Magic – Strength, vitality, manifestation, and abundance.
• Water Magic – Intuition, emotional healing, and cleansing.
• Harvest Preparation – Gathering herbs and setting intentions for the coming harvest.
• Fire and Passion – Creativity, joy, and stepping into personal power.

July Correspondences

• Colors: Gold, yellow, orange, deep blue, turquoise.
• Crystals: Carnelian, citrine, sunstone, tiger’s eye, moonstone.
• Herbs: Chamomile, calendula, sunflower, rosemary, lavender, mint.
• Symbols: The sun, seashells, sunflowers, honeybees, flames, waves.
• Elements: Fire (Leo’s energy, summer heat), Water (Cancer’s energy, oceans, and lakes).

5 Witchy Crafts to Try This July

1. Solar-Infused Spell Jar

A jar filled with herbs, crystals, and symbols of solar power for confidence and abundance.

Materials Needed:

• Small glass jar with a lid
• Sunstone or citrine crystal
• Dried chamomile and calendula
• A pinch of cinnamon
• A small piece of parchment or paper
• Yellow or gold ribbon

Instructions:

1. Cleanse the jar by passing it through incense smoke, sunlight, or moonlight.
2. Add your crystal to the jar, charging it with your intent.
3. Layer the herbs—chamomile and calendula for solar energy, cinnamon for passion and success.
4. Write your intention on a small piece of parchment, roll it up, and place it inside.
5. Seal the jar and tie a yellow or gold ribbon around the lid.
6. Place it in the sun for a few hours to charge with solar energy.
7. Use it on your altar, carry it for confidence, or place it in a special spot to radiate summer magic.

2. Sun-Catcher Witch Bells

A protective and magical wind chime that catches sunlight and wards off negativity.

Materials Needed:

• A small wooden hoop or metal ring
• Bells (small to medium-sized)
• Yellow, gold, and orange ribbon
• Clear quartz or citrine beads
• A sun charm or pendant

Instructions:

1. Tie ribbons of varying lengths to the hoop, allowing them to dangle.
2. Attach bells at different heights along the ribbons.
3. String crystals onto some of the ribbons, securing them with knots.
4. Tie a sun charm in the center to enhance solar energy.
5. Hang it near a window to reflect sunlight and bring protection, abundance, and joy into your space.

3. Seashell Charm Bag for Water Magic

A small charm bag infused with ocean energy for intuition and protection.

Materials Needed:

• A small drawstring pouch (blue or white)
• Seashells (found or purchased)
• Moonstone or aquamarine crystal
• Dried lavender and rosemary
• A handwritten affirmation or sigil

Instructions:

1. Cleanse the pouch and materials using incense smoke or ocean water.
2. Add the seashells to represent water magic and emotional balance.
3. Include moonstone or aquamarine for intuition and clarity.
4. Add herbs—lavender for peace, rosemary for protection.
5. Write an affirmation or sigil related to emotional healing and tuck it inside.
6. Hold the bag in your hands and set your intention.
7. Carry it with you or place it under your pillow for dream work and emotional healing.

4. Herbal Fire Starters for Bonfire Magic

A spell-infused way to start fires for rituals or summer bonfires.

Materials Needed:

• Dried rosemary, cinnamon sticks, and lavender
• Small pieces of twine or raffia
• Bay leaves (for writing intentions)
• Beeswax (optional for coating)

Instructions:

1. Bundle dried herbs together and tie them with twine.
2. Write your intention on a bay leaf and tuck it into the bundle.
3. (Optional) Dip the bundle in melted beeswax to make it last longer.
4. Let it dry completely before use.
5. Use the bundle to start a ritual fire, bonfire, or cauldron fire, releasing the intention into the flames.

5. Sun-Kissed Herbal Honey

A simple way to infuse honey with summer magic for kitchen witchcraft.

Materials Needed:

• A jar of raw honey
• Dried chamomile and calendula
• A small piece of cinnamon stick
• A glass jar with a lid

Instructions:

1. Place dried herbs and cinnamon into the glass jar.
2. Pour honey over the herbs, stirring clockwise with intention.
3. Let the jar sit in sunlight for a few hours to infuse the honey with solar energy.
4. Strain out the herbs after a few days, if desired.
5. Use the honey in tea, desserts, or rituals for joy, healing, and abundance.

Ideas for Incorporating These Crafts into Your Practice

• Altar Decor: Place your sun-catcher witch bells and spell jar on your altar.
• Ritual Fire Magic: Use the herbal fire starters in bonfire ceremonies or cauldron magic.
• Water Magic: Keep the seashell charm bag near your bed for dreamwork or under running water for cleansing rituals.
• Kitchen Witchcraft: Stir your infused honey into tea while setting an intention for warmth, vitality, and joy.

July is a month of brilliance, vitality, and abundant magic. Let the golden rays of the sun inspire you to craft with joy and purpose. Whether you’re working with fire, water, or the nurturing warmth of the season, each creation is an opportunity to deepen your connection to the natural world and your own inner magic. Embrace the light, the warmth, and the creativity of summer—your magic is as radiant as the sun.