WitchCrafting: Shell Rattle

Merry meet! 

If you are anything like me, you have an ever-growing collection of shells, rocks, feathers, pine cones, dried herbs, wood, and such. I put some of these items together to make a rattle. 

A pouch storing shells was getting full, and after months of looking, I found a Y-shaped twig. Working with the elements under a full moon in sacred space, I sorted shells, setting aside those with natural holes. Placing them back-to-back, I strung the shells on waxed floss.

I wrapped and tied off each end multiple times to secure it and keep the floss taut. Then I added other elements for beauty and energy – feathers to honor the spirit of the wind and acorns to hold the Mother’s heartbeat as the ocean keeps the the rhythm of water.   

When I find a thicker stick, I will repeat this with larger shells. Similar rattles can also be made using wood, bones, or certain dried seed pods.

Looking around your space, do you see components you can use to make one? 

Merry part and merry meet again. 

About the author:
As an eclectic solitary practitioner, I travel the country in a converted school bus and share magick with those I meet. Find me at https://thewitchonwheels.com/ and on Facebook.