Crystals and Metals

Kyanite Pendulum

Types, Uses, and How to Clean:

It's absolutely important to note that this is a rather personal thing to make. Don't let this list fool you though.Research every possibility out there and take this guide with a grain of salt. If none of these feel right to you, then find one that does. Every witch is different, so there is never a one size fits all in these cases. I hope you find this list helpful and informative. Blessed be, Witches.

Crystals:

There are HUNDREDS of crystals and sites that you can easily use to find these resources, the issue is that many are different or based on personal feeling. With this being said, I'm only going to list the best crystals for pendulums in my personal experience. I, personally, have a very difficult time relating to any crystal aside from amethyst and citrine. 

Amethyst: 

OF COURSE this is at the top. Amethyst is the #1 go to for any and ALL divination purposes. It's a purple quartz, so it often more translucent than other stones. What's important here is really it's color. The more richer the purple, the better it is for a pendulum.

Atacamite:

This stone is wonderful for clearing your mind so you can better focus on the task at hand. It can also help open your third eye.

Purple Flourite:

Again, opens your third eye, but it also helps out with decerning the meaning of messages.

Kyanite:

This crystal is special because it actually "cleans itself" by not holding onto negative energies. It's also perfect for finding truths and justice.

Labradorite:
This is an all purpose stone, especially in workings with divination.

Moonstone:
Another obvious choice. It's namesake should tell you that this wonderfully mystic stone is perfect for finding things and answers while also upping your intuition.

Obsidian:
This is an overall wonderful scrying stone because of its black color. It can show you the answers to the unknown.

Clear Quartz:
This is like the white candle of the crystals. If all else fails, or you just don't have any other stone, use clear quartz.

Turquoise:
This is wonderful when dealing with communication to the other side.

Metals:

These can be used as the chain, the stand, and as the weight, itself.

Iron:

This is best for working outside of the body, but in terms of divination tools, I would say that it helps to connect to the universal truth.

Nickel:

This is perfect for divination because it's often used to find answers and help work through personal breakthroughs.

Platinum:

This works best for foresight, as well as hindsight.

Silver:

This is another special element that doesn't need to be cleaned. It can help to keep the weight you use neutral in its answers as well.

Woods:

Ash:
Promotes communication, intelligence, and wisdom. This is also the wood of the tree, Yggdrasil, that Odin sacrificed himself to gain the knowledge of the Volva. Hands down, the best wood for divination tools.

Beech:

All around divination and magickal research.

Cherry:

This is often used for intuition aid and insights, so this can be helpful, but might not be the best choice.

Maple:

Helps with acquiring knowledge and communications.

Oak:

Assists with concentration and focuses the mind.

Willow:

Assists with the third eye and other divination pursuits. 

Other items to consider:

Seashells! Yes, seashells. They're all natural, which is what you want, they're heavy, some have points, and they're beautiful! These would be perfect for sea witches or those mostly connected to the water element.

Random rocks, yeah... Sometimes they just fall right into your lap. Other times your kids throw them at you or stuff them in your pocket. I've found some really pretty rocks all over the place. Lava rock is great for those who prefer the fire element or live in a hot place.

String: So long as its all natural, use it. Purple is the best color, but others can be white or even black and blue.

Charms, but so long as they're not crazy. If you get the ones that open, you can write your intent in them plus some herbs. Even beads are nice and can be as simple or complex as you like. Make your own with resin casts.

Don't like any of those? Make your own crystal:

How to Clean:

However you like, honestly. Lay it out in the moon light. Use smoke from incense or a smudge. Run it through a flame or even water. This part is really up to you and how you feel is best. I work with candles a lot, so I often choose the candle flame. If you do this, don't hold it in the flame, just pass the crystal through it three or nine times. If it's wood or string, please DO NOT cleanse using a flame. Remember Smokey the Bear!

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