Make your own Protection Candle

1. Carve Protection Runes into the Candle

Carve the rune Algiz (ᛉ) into the top of your candle.

You can also add Eihwaz (ᛇ) and Tiwaz (ᛏ) for strength and resilience.

2. Make and Apply a Cleansing Mixture

Mix a pinch of salt, a small amount of crushed charcoal, and a few drops of water.

Brush this over the top of the candle.

Sprinkle sage powder or crushed sage leaves on top.

3. (Optional) Anoint the Candle

Rub a few drops of peppermint essential oil onto the candle from base to wick for clarity and energy.

4. Create a Circle of Protection Runes

Place obsidian rune stones (or drawn runes) around the candle:

Algiz (ᛉ) – Shield

Eihwaz (ᛇ) – Endurance

Tiwaz (ᛏ) – Strength & justice

5. Sprinkle Salt Around the Candle

Form a circle to reinforce your ward and purify the area.

6. Speak Your Intention Aloud
Say words like:

“Be my warrior, cleansed and protecting from the negative energies of the world.
Protect me, mother, father, siblings, family, friends.
This is my will. So mote it be.”

7. Add Runes for Blessing and Growth
Place additional runes outside the protective circle for what you want in the year ahead:

Fehu (ᚠ) – Abundance

Jera (ᛃ) – Harvest and reward

Wunjo (ᚹ) – Joy and peace

Berkano (ᛒ) – New beginnings

Sowilo (ᛋ) – Success and light

Gebo (ᚷ) – Balance and generosity

8. Write a Note of Intention
Write:

“Please, candle, protect me, mother, father, siblings, family, friends.”
Don’t worry about spelling — intention matters more than perfection.

9. Burn the Note Safely

Light the paper using the candle's flame and let it burn in a fireproof dish.

As it burns, visualize your wish being sealed into the candle.

10. Place the Candle Somewhere Safe

Set it on a shelf or wall where it won’t be touched or forgotten.

Optional: Set it on a black rune mat for extra power.

11. Label the Candle Clearly
Place a note next to it that says:

“Do not light until January 1st.
Do not touch.
Do not move.”

12. Seal the Spell with Words
Say:

“Now set above, beyond all reach,
To guard my home, my heart, my speech.
Let none disturb, let no harm be —
This is my will. So mote it be.”

Notes:

You can recharge the candle with a short phrase on each full moon if you feel called to.

You can also add crystals, herbs, or sigils nearby to match your personal energy.