Jar Magick: Spell Jars, Gratitude Jars & Blessing Jars
Jar magick is a simple, accessible way to bring intention and magick into your everyday life. Whether you're casting spells to manifest prosperity, deepen your sense of gratitude, or invite peace and blessings into your home, these little vessels hold big power. In this post, we’ll explore the art of crafting spell jars, gratitude jars, and blessing jars to support your manifestation goals—using the herbal magick and spiritual tools you already love.
What Is Jar Magick?
Jar magick is a form of container spellwork that dates back centuries and can be found in various folk traditions around the world. From witch bottles used for protection to honey jars crafted for love, the concept remains the same: sealing a focused intention inside a physical vessel to attract or repel specific energies over time.
One of the advantages of jar magick is its discreet nature—perfect for those who may not feel comfortable showing off their witchy intentions. A spell jar can easily blend into your home as meaningful decor, holding sacred energy while still being aesthetically pleasing.
There are countless types of jar spells. One of the most wonderful things about witchy types of people is their endless creativity—no two jars are ever quite the same. Rather than listing every possible variation, I’ll focus on three specific types I work with regularly: Spell Jars, Gratitude Jars, and Blessing Jars.
How Jar Magick Works
Jar magick works through a powerful trifecta of intention, containment, and correspondences. Your intention is the energetic blueprint. The jar itself acts as a container—physically holding your spell while energetically amplifying and preserving it. The ingredients inside carry their own aligned properties, strengthening your purpose through herbal, mineral, or symbolic correspondences.
At its core, jar magick is built on three key elements:
- Intention – The heart of your spell—the energy you’re calling in or releasing. It’s the purpose behind the jar, the guiding force that shapes the ingredients you choose and how you work with them.
- Ingredients – The correspondences that support your intention. Herbs, crystals, sigils, affirmations, charms—each one carries energy that aligns with your goal.
- The Jar – The physical and energetic container. It holds everything together, creating a sacred space where your intention can grow and evolve. Sealed with wax or left open, the jar becomes a living part of your practice.
The type of jar you choose often depends on your spell’s purpose and your personal aesthetic. Some are sealed to contain energy; others are open so you can revisit and recharge them over time.
Spell Jars – Focused Magick with Intention
Spell jars are used to focus your energy on a specific goal—protection, prosperity, love, healing, or transformation. These jars act like energetic batteries, holding and radiating your intention over time.
Creating a Prosperity Spell Jar
Example intention: “I invite steady, joyful prosperity into my life.”
Ingredients:
- Basil – for abundance and success
- Cinnamon – for fast-moving luck and wealth
- Orange peel – to uplift energy and attract good fortune
You can also use one of Her Enchanted Creations’ handcrafted herbal blends, such as Wealth & Prosperity Herbal Blend or Focused Manifestation Herbal Blend.
Optional additions:
- A small coin (symbol of money)
- A bay leaf inscribed with a sigil
- Green string to tie around the jar
Seal your jar with wax or fabric, then charge it under the waxing or full moon, or place it on your altar with crystals like citrine or pyrite.
Coins of gold and herbs so sweet,
Prosperity now comes to meet.
My heart is open, my path is clear,
Abundance flows and draws ever near.
Display it in a sacred space or keep it hidden depending on your preference and purpose.
Gratitude Jars – Daily Practice for a Thankful Heart
Gratitude jars are a gentle, heart-centered form of jar magick that can uplift your spirit, shift your mindset, and support your manifestation journey. Practicing gratitude—especially when it’s grounded in truth and presence—helps anchor us in the blessings already around us. This doesn’t mean ignoring challenges or pretending everything is perfect. It means consciously choosing to notice the beauty and goodness that exists, even in small ways.
From a magickal perspective, gratitude amplifies abundance. When we express appreciation, we align our energy with receptivity—making it easier for the Universe to respond in kind. And from a mental and emotional standpoint, pausing to recognize what we’re thankful for can reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and bring a little more light into the day.
Creating a Gratitude Jar
- Begin with an empty jar—this can be a beautifully decorated apothecary jar or something simple that resonates with you.
- Keep slips of paper nearby to write daily or weekly notes of gratitude. These can be moments, people, insights, or even challenges you're learning from.
- Add crystals that resonate with gratitude, such as clear Quartz, rose quartz and blue lace agate.
- Add a pinch of Peace & Harmony Herbal Blend for emotional balance, or a sprinkle of Personal Empowerment Herbal Blend to strengthen self-worth and confidence as you give thanks.
Place your jar on your altar, desk, or nightstand—somewhere you’ll see it regularly. On low-energy days, open the jar and read past notes as a reminder of what’s been good and grounding in your life.
This practice is beautiful for solo witches, but also makes a meaningful shared ritual for families, partners, or covens. You can even make it part of your new moon or sabbat rituals, reflecting together on the blessings that have carried you through.
To add an extra touch of magick, recite this short chant as you place your notes into the jar:
Gratitude flows, my heart feels light,
I honor my blessings, day and night.
With thankful hands, this jar I fill,
A magickal space where joy stands still.
However you use it, a gratitude jar is a gentle way to practice herbal magick, cultivate awareness, and invite more joy into your everyday life.
Blessing Jars – Infuse Your Home with Positive Energy
Like gratitude jars, blessing jars are rooted in appreciation and intentional energy—but they’re focused more outward, on infusing a space with positive vibrations. While a gratitude jar gathers personal memories and moments, a blessing jar radiates energy into your surroundings, making it a powerful tool for your home, workspace, or altar.
Creating a Blessing Jar
Suggested herbs:
- Rosemary – for clarity and protection
- Sage – for cleansing
- Lemon balm – for joy and calm
For a more complete working, use one of these Her Enchanted Creations blends:
Add small tokens or symbols that reflect the blessings you're calling in—crystals like amethyst or clear quartz, charms for health or love, or personal items tied to your spiritual path.
For beauty and energy amplification, store your blessing jar in a Decorative Apothecary Jar. Not only does this enhance your space visually, but it allows your intention to be honored daily as part of your spiritual home decor.
Speak this simple blessing as you complete your jar:
Blessings bright and energy clear,
Love and peace are gathered here.
With herbs and light, I now prepare,
A sacred space held in my care.
Place your jar near your front door, on your altar, or in a central room to serve as a steady source of positive energy. Refresh the herbs or recharge the jar during the new or full moon, or whenever your space needs a boost.
A blessing jar is more than a spell—it’s a quiet, powerful way to bring herbal magick and sacred intention into the heart of your home.
Tips for Creating Your Own Jar Spells
- Choose herbs with care. Let intuition and intention guide you.
- Select a jar that feels aligned. Consider size, color, or material.
- Write your intention clearly. Fold inward to draw in, outward to release.
- Layer ingredients mindfully. Each item adds energy—place with purpose.
- Seal with wax or twine. Charge under moonlight, candlelight, or personal energy.
- Display or hide your jar. Choose based on the spell’s purpose and energy.
Jar magick is wonderfully flexible—make it your own.
One Jar at a Time
Jar magick is a simple, yet potent way to enjoy the power of herbal magick in your daily life. Whether you're crafting a spell for prosperity, giving thanks for everyday blessings, or filling your space with peace, your intentions become reality—one jar at a time.
Explore handcrafted blends and decorative jars from Her Enchanted Creations to support your spellwork:
