This is the first of a 3-part series about mojo bags, their uses and what to put in them.
Mojo bags are “spells in a bag” or (if you prefer) “prayers in a bag.” The contents are meant to focus on a specific wish or intent, like inviting love into your life or encouraging financial success.
Mojo bags have a deep history in African American culture in the south, particularly with respect to the practice of hoodoo and voodoo.
But the use of mojo bags have been adopted and adapted by many different spiritual traditions in the US. We will talk about a variety of mojo bags, including both traditional bags and modern or eclectic spiritual bags.
Today, let’s focus on a bag with blended symbolism.
The focus of this bag is relaxation and peace.
I designed it to aid a friend with her meditation practice. But you could use something like this for all kinds of purposes. Carry it with you to a potentially stressful meeting or to the dentist or when you have to make a speech you’re nervous about, or anywhere where you need to calm your nerves.
Let’s look at what’s in this bag, and what each component means.
The first thing I did was choose a fabric. I picked this one because of the graceful lines, which I found soothing, and the beautiful indigo color, which is the color of calm and peace.
I included a piece of lapis lazuli. This is one of my favorite gem stones ever! It’s unmistakably tranquil and harmonious.
I also threw in some chamomile, which, as any tea drinker knows, has a deeply calming scent.
I also included a sea shell. The element of water is know for its tendency to “smooth over” rough emotional turmoil.
Once you have your ingredients assembled, simply gather them in the cloth and tie it off. No sew!
I tied it off with this Om charm, which is an Eastern symbol of inner harmony.
And that’s it! Just a few simple ingredients, but chosen with intent and meaning. Even as I hold this bag in my hand now, I can feel myself relax.
If you’d like to try it, spend some time this week thinking about something you need help with in your daily life (confidence? deeper sleep?) and about what symbols might be appropriate.
And I’ll see you next Monday for another Mojo Monday post!
What is this bag for?
The intention is to make room for calm and a gentler response to everyday stress, it’s great if you are preparing for an uncomfortable conversation or simply trying to give yourself a quiet moment after a busy day.
For me, inner peace doesn’t mean never feeling worried or upset, it means allowing yourself to acknowledge those feelings without expecting to solve everything at once.
Your bag can represent that permission to stop, notice what you need and choose your next step with a little more care.
Do you need the Om charm?
The pictured bag uses an Om charm, a sacred symbol with roots in Indian religious traditions, but you don’t need to include it simply to match the arrangement.
If it already has a meaningful place in your spiritual practice, take time to understand and respect that connection, otherwise a plain ribbon or a charm you personally associate with peace is a thoughtful choice. There is nothing missing from your bag because you chose a simpler finish.
How to prepare your space
Clear enough room to lay the fabric flat and arrange the supplies where you can reach them, then give yourself a few minutes without trying to do something else at the same time.
You don’t need candles or incense for this practice, and I would keep the preparation quiet and easy so your attention stays on the intention.
Ask yourself what “more peace” would look like today, perhaps taking a break before answering a difficult message or allowing yourself to rest without planning the next task.
When should you make it?
Monday can become your chosen day for preparing the week ahead, but you don’t have to wait until then or follow a particular moon phase to begin.
I would choose a moment when making the bag feels manageable rather than turning it into another obligation, especially if you are already overwhelmed.
You could prepare it on a quiet afternoon and decide where you want to keep it before the next busy day arrives.
Is it suitable for baby witches?
Absolutely, because you can work slowly with a few objects and understand the purpose of each one before adding it to the bag.
You don’t need to know every herbal or crystal association, and you don’t need to add oils, smoke cleansing or extra charms to make the working more complete.
Take care with allergies and keep the small contents away from children and pets, then give yourself room to enjoy making something personal.
How long does it take to work?
Usually up to 2 weeks. But don’t overstress or overthink about it. Set the intention in a mindful committed way and you will see results.. even faster!
How should you care for it?
Keep it with you and keep it dry and safe. If you want to reconnect with the intention, simply hold it and repeat your chosen words, then reflect on whether that intention still fits what you need. You can remake the bag when necessary without treating ordinary wear as a bad sign.
Conclusion
What I like about this little peace bag is that it gives your intention a place in everyday life, somewhere between the busy moments when you might otherwise forget to check in with yourself.
Choose the objects with care and let the finished bag remind you of something simple: you can pause before taking the next step. You don’t have to feel perfectly calm to deserve that moment of kindness.
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