Sage Smudge Stick Diy

Once the sage other herb or blend of herbs has been located it s time to harvest.

Sage smudge stick diy.

Next all you need to do is let it dry. For best results hang your diy smudge sticks upside down in a sunny spot i secure the twine to a windowsill and allow at least 3 weeks drying time. Now you ll have a fresh diy organic smudge stick. Sometimes less such as in summer.

What is a smudge stick. Although the use of wrapped smudge sticks is generally attributed to native american cultures and practices the burning of fragrant herbs in a ritual context is found in numerous societies throughout history. You can opt to leave your stick out in the sun to dry hang it up in the shade or put it on a rack in a paper bag. Light the tip of the smudge stick with a lighter match or candle.

The reason they re called sage sticks. Generally it takes about two weeks for fresh smudge sticks to dry completely. Fresh herbs string or twine and a pair of scissors are the only materials needed to make a diy smudge stick. Meditation cleansing purification rosemary.

The smudge stick in the photos contains sage rosemary and pennyroyal but you can use any kind of herbs you like. Diy s don t come any simpler than this and rarely are they more gorgeous. Pick the greenest tips from the plant to avoid damaging the plant. A smudge stick or sage stick is a bundle of dried herbs that are burned as part of a cleansing ritual.

Sage is primarily chosen for its healing and cleansing powers. Once the smudge stick has a steady flame blow it out so it is smoldering and smoking. The tips also have more fragrant oils than the woody stalks. You got that right.

Of course sage is the primary herb used and some sage sticks might only contain sage. How to make your own diy smudge sticks. Fresh herbs 5 to 10 sprigs per smudge stick flowers and petals natural twine scissors. To make your own herbal smudge sticks will need.

I told you it was simple.