How to Make Smudge Sticks
Try making a smudge stick to use around your home for creating a positive space and sense of well-being.
Yield: 1
Cost: $0
Equipment
- Pruners
- Scissors
Materials
- Herbs and flowers from the garden
- Twine or cotton string
- Fireproof dish or bowl
Instructions
- Gather sprigs of herbs and flowers from the garden
- Cut them into equal lengths around 5 to 7 inches.
- Make bundles with the stems about 1 inch thick.
- Tie a knot with a piece of twine or cotton string around the bottom of the bundle leaving a small tail.
- Then wrap the twine up to the top of the bundle and back down over the top of the first wrapping.
- Tie the twine to the tail and leave extra for hanging.
- Hang each bundle upside down in a dark place with plenty of airflow and ventilation for 1 to 2 weeks or until they are dry and crispy.
Notes
To Use: Light the top leaves of the smudge stick then gently blow out the flame. The stick will continue to smoke. Carry it around the house with a heat-proof bowl to catch ashes while thinking positive thoughts, clearing any negativity.
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