GODDESS AND MAGICK

The Wand

The word "wand" is derived from the Gothic word windan, meaning "wind" or "bind". The wand is used to bind the energy of the spell together. The wand has been used for thousands of years in religious and magickal rites. The Goddess and God are invoked with the wand. The wand is also used to direct energy, to draw magical symbols during ritual. Wands may also be used to stir a magickal brew in your cauldron.
The wand represents the Element of Air and evokes the energy of the spell. The energy is sent in the direction the wand is pointing.

Making a Wand

You may construct your wand using metal or wood.

Metal

Go to your local hardware or home improvement store. Find a length of
metal tubing with a diameter that is comfortable for your hand. Attach a
crystal at one end using leather to wrap the crystal and secure it to the
metal. At the other end use fabric, leather or other material for a grip.
Engrave the wand with runes or symbols of your choice using an etching
tool. Decorate your wand with what you feel is appropriate. You may use
things like stones, feathers, shells, beads, or anything you feel belongs
there.

Wood

If possible, take a walk in the woods. Feel the energy of the living trees
around you. Be aware of the life and magick in the woods. Listen to the
birds singing, the squirrels, and all the animals. Touch the trees as you
pass them. Listen to the inner voice of life emanating from the bark. Feel
the energy. When you have found the tree that will give you your wand, you
will know. You will feel it is right. There are lists of magickal trees,
but you may have to do some research to find what is native in your area.

You may use a fallen branch from this tree, or you may cut the tip off one
of the branches. A wand 12-18 inches is about right. Look for a relatively
straight and a comfortable weight and circumference. Sever the aura after
the branch has been cut. Thank the tree for its gift. Leave a gift (a
flower, a shell, a stone, or coin) for the tree and the fairy folk of the
woods.

You may remove the bark or leave it on.You may decorate your wooden wand
any way you choose. Add a crystal to the top and attach with a leather
strap, carve symbols, add stones, feathers, or whatever you choose.