There’s something truly powerful about creating magic with your hands, and when you craft in a group, that energy multiplies.

Hosting a witchy craft night isn’t just about making beautiful things – it’s about channelling intention, setting spells into motion, and weaving collective energy into every creation.

Whether you’re gathering with your coven, close friends, or fellow magickal creatives, these ten witchy crafts will help you connect with the elements, awaken your creativity, and bring sacred intention to your spellwork.

Each craft is social, immersive, and filled with magick, making them all perfect for a group setting.

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So gather your supplies, light some candles, and let the spellcrafting begin!

1. Sacred smoke blend

Creating your own herbal smoke (or incense) blend is a beautiful way to connect with the elements of air and fire. The blend can be as simple, or complex as each participant desires, yet the basic method is the same.

Encourage each person to infuse their blend with  a personal intention – whether for cleansing, protection, love, or dream work, for example.

How to make it:

Set out a variety of dried herbs and flowers in bowls. Find these locally, encourage participants to also bring any herbs they have grown, or source online using the links below. Some great options include:

• Mugwort (for divination & dreams)
• Organic dried rosemary (for protection & clarity)
• Dried lavender flowers(for peace & intuition)
• Dragon’s blood resin(to boose power)
• Cedar or Pine (for grounding & strength
• Sage (for protection)
• Crushed cinnamon sticks(to boost spiritual power)
• Natural frankincense resin (for spiritual elevation)

Ask each person to choose herbs based on their intention and blends them in a small bowl.

Stir the blend with your dominant hand while focusing on the blend’s purpose.

Charge the blend with group energy by holding hands and sharing your intention aloud.

Store the blend in a small jar, pouch or paper bag.

Label your blend with the date, moon phase, and intention for later use.

Use by burning on a charcoal disk, adding to a fire ritual, or placing in a charm bag.

2. New Intention spell jar

Spell jars are miniature vessels of magick, tightly packed with intention and power, all in the form od herbs, crystals, and other elements that hold a specific frequency.

Spell jars are a lot of fun to make in a group, as the variety of intentions, combinations, magickal ideas and creative flare can be really inspirational. Plus, the collective trust and willpower can bind the intentions, making them stronger and more likely to manifest.

Set out bowls of raw materials and ingredients like seeds, fresh soil, citrine crystal chips, and lavender (see more options below).

Encourage everyone to think carefully about the intention and purpose for their spell jar before starting, and discuss the different properties of the ingredients.

Guide everyone to layer their ingredients one by one into a small glass jar (sources below)

When complete, seal the lid of the jar with a cork, and melted wax to seal in the intention.

Encourage participants to place their jar on a personal altar at home, to inspire fresh energy.

Here are some elements to include:

• 30ml glass spell jars
• 20ml glass spell jars
• Tiny screw pins (great for hanging charms)

• Clear quartz chips to amplify your intention
• Green aventurine chips to bring luck, renewal, and vitality
• Amethyst chips to encourage clarity and spiritual growth
• Cinnamon sticks for speed and success
• Basil a sacred herb of wealth and luck
• Bay leaves or oil to help with financial intentions (shop bay laurel leaf oil here)
• Peppermint to invigorate 
• Organic dried rosemary to protect & clarify
• Dried lavender flowers for peace & intuition
• Cloves to lock in prosperity and protection (shop clove essential oil here)
• Star anise for luck, and protection of new ventures
• Nutmeg brings good fortune 
• Dried chamomile flowers to soothe and settle
• Rice a symbol of fertility and continuous wealth
• Gold leaf flakes or gold-coloured items for divine prosperity
• Pyrite – the stone of ambition and abundance
• Citrine chips  to radiate prosperity and personal power
• Jade – an ancient stone of luck 
• Tiger’s eye  for courage courage
• Coins or banknotes – physical representation of wealth in the material plane
• A parchment with financial affirmations or sigils
• Wildflower honey  to attract sweetness
• Sunflower seeds to symbolise potential 
• Sea salt to cleanse and protect
• Dandelion Petals: representing resilience and hope.
• Calendula: For healing and vitality
• Eggshell Powder: Symbolizes protection and new beginnings.
• Fresh Soil: Represents fertile ground for growth.
• Sprouting Seeds: Embody potential and new life.
• Feathers: For lightness and rising above past burdens.

4. Magickal, natural DIY Ink

Crafting your own natural ink is such an unusual and rewarding craft, and it’s great fun to do in a group. Huddling around the stove (or cauldron!) as your liquid bubbles, boils and steep really does feel like you’re tapping into an ancient alchemy.

Encourage everyone to bring supplies, and small glass bottles to carry their ink home. Your homemade magickal ink can be used to write petitions, draw protective symbols, or inscribe affirmations that resonate with your desires.

Ingredients & tools:

• Base ingredients for colour, for eg. walnut husks (wisdom, grounding), hibiscus petals (love, passion, attraction), beetroot (vitality, strength, manifestation)
• Water (moon-charged or rainwater)
• Gum Arabic (for thickness and longevity) – get liquid here, and get powder here
• A small pot (for simmering)
• Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• Selection of bowls for straining (you can never have too many spares!)
• Glass jars with lid (for storage)
• Essential oils (a drop of rosemary for clarity, rose for love, etc. Optional)

Method:

Prepare the base: Begin by placing about ½ cup of your chosen botanical (crushed walnut husks, dried hibiscus petals,  beetroot slices) into a small pot. Add 1 cup of water, and combine, focussing on your intention for the ink, envisioning it becoming a vessel for your words and spells.

Simmer & infuse: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over low heat. Stir occasionally, and allow it to simmer for 20–30 minutes, staying present with the process.

Strain the ink: Once the liquid has deepened to a rich hue, carefully pour it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl to separate the plant material. Press the herbs gently to extract as much of the pigment as possible.

Add Gum Arabic: Stir in about ½ teaspoon of gum arabic to the strained liquid. This natural resin thickens the ink and ensures it adheres smoothly to paper without smudging. If you desire a thicker or more vibrant consistency, adjust the amount of gum arabic slowly until you reach the desired texture.

Enhance the magick (optional):
For an added layer of enchantment, add a drop of essential oil (rosemary for clarity, rose for love, or peppermint for focus). As you stir your ink, speak your intention into it, for eg. “May these words carry my desire into the universe and manifest with purpose.”

Bottle: Carefully pour the completed ink into a dark glass jar with a secure lid.

Use your ink: When ready, use your spell-infused ink with a quill, brush, or dip pen. Write petitions, affirmations, or sigils to enhance your spellwork. Inscribe candles, draw protective symbols on your altar tools, or fill the pages of your grimoire with words that now carry heightened energy and personal significance.

**Tip: Natural pigments may settle, so shake gently before each use.

5. Charm bags

Charm bags are portable spells, perfect for carrying protection, love, or prosperity magick with you. They’re also fun to craft in a group, the perfect “stitch & bitch” activity!

How to make your charm bags:

• Choose small pieces of fabric and offcuts in colours you love (red for passion, blue for healing, green for abundance).
• Sow up three sides and turn inside out.
• Fill with herbs, crystals, and other symbols of your intent.
• Sew up the fourth side, or hem it and create a drawstring.
• When complete, old the bag in your hands and breathe your energy into it.
• Wear, carry, or place it on your altar.

6. Witch bells

Hanging witch bells are age-old protective decorative amulates hung in the homes of witches,  often used to ward off negative energies and invite positivity. The gentle sound of the bells is believed to attract good spirits while keeping unwanted energies at bay.

Crafting your own witch bells is a simple magickal process, and especially fun to do together with friends.

How to create your own witch bells:

Gather and cleanse your materials: You will need a selection of bells (metal or wooden), a sturdy string or twine, and decorative elements such as beads, crystals, or pendants. You can also use a branch or a hoop to hang the bells from. 

Choose your bells: Select bells that resonate with you. The size and material can vary, but they should make a pleasant sound when jingled. You can source bells from all sorts of places, Here are some suggestions:

• Boho style bells
• Brass minimal cow bell (I really love these)
• Rustic fire-finished bells
• Handmade Indian chimes

String the bells: Cut a length of twine and thread it through the tops of the bells. If using multiple bells, space them evenly along the string. You can also tie knots between the bells for added decoration.

Add decorative elements: As you string the bells, incorporate beads, crystals, or pendants, and even dried herbs or flowers that hold significance for you. For example, use protective stones like black tourmaline or calming herbs like lavender.

Here are some ideas. Have a browse and see what calls to you…

• Pentacle charms for protection
• Leaf and feather charms
• Eye of Horus and Egyptian Ankh charms
• Mixed vintage key charms to lock out negativity
• Celestial sun, moon and star charms
• Minimalist crescent moon charms 16 pcs) I love these for a more classic look
• Small glass jars to make your own witch bottles and spell jars (these come with hooks and I LOVE the shapes!)
• Amethyst pendants for peace
• Semiprecious spheres (these come with hooks, ready to hang)
• Natural raw citrine pendants for positivity
• Lavender for calming energy
• Rose buds for love
• Antique metal spacer beads
• 1000 assorted wooden beads (omg so beautiful!)
• Gorgeous set of natural stone beads
• Set of stunning turquoise cut glass beads

Create a hanging loop: Once your bells and decorations are strung, tie a secure loop at the top of the string for hanging. Make sure it’s strong enough to support the weight of the bells.

Hang your witch bells: Choose a location for your witch bells, such as near a door, window, or in a prominent spot in your home. As they jingle, they will help to cleanse the space and invite positive energy.

7. DIY Scrying mirror

A scrying mirror helps with divination and spirit work. They are an ancient witch’s tool, and can be simply made with a few materials.

Encourage your witches to source a frame with glass before the craft night. Somehting they already have at home, or can source cheaply from a thrift store will be fine.

Read more about using a black mirror here: Tips to Practice Black Mirror Scrying

Scrying mirror instructions:

• Unscrew or unclasp your glass from the frame and its backing.
• Paint the back of the glass with black acrylic paint to create a dark surface. It may need a few coats.
• People can also paint the frame if desired.
• Once everything is dry, reconstruct your glass and frame (paint side facing inwards) to create your black mirror.
• Cleanse with mugwort or moon water.
• Discuss how to use the black mirror, and share tips and suggestions. Encourage participants to charge under the full moon before use. Then share your experiences and insights, at your next craft night!

8. Lunar phase candles

The moon’s energy influences all aspects of life, from emotions to shadow to spellwork.

Crafting lunar phase candles can help you align with these natural cycles, by using them during different phases, in rituals for manifestation, release, and transformation.

Making them in a group can be a really bonding. Plus, as the lunar month progresses, knowing that your witchy sisters are also lighting and using their candles creates added closeness and shared experiences.

How to make your lunar phase candles:

• Offer a selection of plain pillar candles, in a range of colours to resonates with different intentions: white for purity, black for banishing, silver for lunar magic, or blue for intuition.
• Using a pin, carving tool, or etching knife, carefully inscribe the moon phases onto the candle. Aarve waxing, full, and waning moons onto the one candle, or just one lunar phase, depending on each persons intended use.
• Show each person how to dress the candle with anointing oil (such as mugwort for visions, rosemary for clarity, or jasmine for psychic work). Rub the oil from the base to the wick for drawing energy or from the wick to the base for banishing.
• Roll the candles in crushed herbs or flowers that correspond to intent (for example, lavender for calm, rose for love, or bay leaves for success).
• Encourage each person to charge the candle under the moonlight overnight, setting an intention for its use.
• When ready, light the candle during rituals, moon ceremonies, or meditation, focusing on the phase of the moon and its energy.

9. Ancestral offering jars

Honoring our ancestors and spirit guides strengthens our connection to the unseen realms.

These jars act as offerings of remembrance. Filled with symbols, items and objects representing gratitude, guidance, and protection, making them is a meditative and sacred activity.

Before the craft night, encourage participants to think about their offering jar, and collect any significant objects they would like to add.

Offering jar instructions

Supply everyone with a small glass jar and lid (or request that each person brings their own)

Add herbs and flowers associated with ancestral magic:

• Marigold (honors the dead, offers guidance)
• Rosemary (remembrance, wisdom)
• Lavender (peace, dream communication)
• Bay leaf (psychic connection, protection)

Place a tiny scroll or folded paper inside with the name(s) of an ancestor, a prayer, or a message seeking guidance.

Include a small personal token—this could be a coin (offering), dried fruit (sustenance), or a pinch of soil from an ancestral homeland.

Drip white or black wax over the lid to seal the offering, and/or tie with ribbon, whispering words of respect and remembrance.

Set the jar on your ancestral altar, by a candle or photo of a loved one, or in a special place where you can visit it during rituals.

Tip: Light a small candle near the jar when asking for guidance or leave a cup of tea, honey, or wine beside it as an offering.

10. Magical tea blend

Tea is one of the most accessible and powerful forms of magick, transforming herbs into potent potions. A magickal tea blending night is a perfect social craft, allowing each person to create a personalised spell in a cup.

Tea blend instructions:

Set up a tea-blending station with bowls of dried herbs, flowers, and spices. Include a variety for different ingredients to suit different tastes and requirments:

• Chamomile flowers– peace, relaxation
• Lavender flowers – peaceful dreams, relaxation
• Rose petals and buds– love and heart opening
• Hibiscus – love, passion
• Peppermint  – focus, clarity
• Ginger – heat, motivation
• Lemon balm – to soothe the nervous system
• Organic rosemary  – clarity, wisdom, purification
• Cinnamon sticks – heat, motivation
• Calendula flowers – positivity, abundance

You can also encourage participants to contribute home grown or foraged herbs.

Guide each person select three to five ingredients, placing them in a small bowl.

Mix the herbs, stirring with intention, focusing on what you wish to manifest. You can also speak your intention aloud.

Transfer the blend to a small muslin bag, glass jar, or tin.

Label each blend with its name, ingredients, and magical purpose.

At the end of the night, brew a collective cup, sitting together in reflection as you sip your personalized magick.

Tip: Stir your tea clockwise to attract energy or counterclockwise to banish negativity.

There’s something SO special about making magic with your hands, especially in the company of kindred spirits.

Crafting is a spell in motion, a way to shape intention into something real – whether it’s a candle, a charm, or a simple cup of tea!

With this in mind, your craft night becomes a time to slow down, connect, and bring meaning to what you make. Every stitch, stir, and spark of creativity holds power! And when we craft together, that power grows, turning a simple gathering into something truly magical.

So embrace the process, enjoy the company, and let your creativity lead the way…