# Witchcraft supplies for beginners: what you need > A beginner can start with a Book of Shadows journal, a black spell candle pack, a herb bundle, cedar rope incense and an altar goblet. - Published by Holistic Tree: 2026-10-23; last reviewed 2026-10-23 - URL: https://holistictree.co.uk/guides/witchcraft-supplies-for-beginners ## Key points - Choose the black Book of Shadows journal with obsidian crystal pen for a classic start, or the green Book of Abundance if you like aventurine. - The Black Spell Candles pack of 12 suits candle magic rituals, and the soy wax spell candle has a 50-hour burn time. - Banjara herb bundles come in six blends of sage, vetiver and patchouli, traditionally burned in cleansing rituals, so pick the scent you like best. - The enamelled offering plate or ritual goblet gives a choice of plate or metal goblet with a pentagram or Tree of Life design. - Over £60 we pay the first £6 of delivery on most orders, so one ordinary parcel travels free. ## How did we choose these picks? We hand-picked every gift in this guide from the range we stock. We chose each one for who it suits and what it does, so you can see the reason behind every pick. We also aimed for a mix of kinds and budgets. You'll find journals, candles, herbs, incense, goblets and home decor, so you can start small or build a full altar over time. Each gift is chosen to be useful from day one, and you can see what each gift is before you buy. Want to see more? Browse everything in our [Witchcraft Supplies](/witchcraft-supplies) range, or try [Candles](/candles) and [Incense](/incense) and [Crystals](/crystals). ## Which journals work best for keeping a book of shadows? For a book of shadows, choose a lined journal with plenty of pages and a cover you love opening. These four are our editorial picks. Each has lined pages, and most include a pen or a ribbon marker, so you can start writing straight away. ### [Book of Shadows Journal & Obsidian Crystal Pen](/products/book-of-shadows-journal-with-black-obsidian-crystal-pen) (£9.49) Editorially selected for a first book of shadows, this black journal has 200 lined pages, a ribbon marker and gold cover detailing. Its pen is a black obsidian crystal, a dark stone that adds a strong look to the box. You get both in one box, so the journal and its pen match from the start. It suits a new witch who wants one place to write spells, notes and dreams. *Best for: First-time book of shadows keepers.* ### [Book of Abundance Journal with Aventurine Pen](/products/book-of-abundance-journal-with-green-aventurine-crystal-pen) (£9.49) Made to be noticed, this green journal has gold cover detailing and 200 lined pages, plus a gold ribbon marker to keep your place. Its pen is green aventurine, a green crystal that many crystal collectors enjoy holding. The journal weighs 355 g, so it has a solid feel in your hands. It suits a beginner who likes writing down goals and intentions in a bright, hopeful book. *Best for: Crystal lovers writing goals.* ### [Celtic Shield Knot A5 Notebook with Pen](/products/celtic-shield-knot-a5-faux-leather-notebook-with-pen) (£9.49) Simple, useful and ready for study, this A5 notebook is brown faux leather, a polyurethane material, with an embossed Celtic shield knot on the cover. Its pages are lined, and a matching pen comes in the box. At 290 g with the pen, it is light enough to carry to class or a coffee shop. It suits students and journal writers who love Celtic design, and it gives a witch a neat place for notes. *Best for: Students and Celtic design fans.* ### [Floral Snake A5 Lined Notebook](/products/floral-snake-a5-notebook) (£7.49) A keepsake they'll hold on to, this A5 notebook has a curled white snake and soft pink flowers on the cover. Inside are 100 sheets, which is 200 lined pages, and a ribbon marker keeps your place. It is made of paper and weighs 305 g. It suits a witch who loves snakes, or a writer who wants a gentle, pretty book to fill with rituals and reflections. *Best for: Snake lovers and gentle writers.* - [Book of Shadows Journal & Obsidian Crystal Pen](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/book-of-shadows-journal-with-black-obsidian-crystal-pen): £9.49 - [Book of Abundance Journal with Aventurine Pen](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/book-of-abundance-journal-with-green-aventurine-crystal-pen): £9.49 - [Celtic Shield Knot A5 Notebook with Pen](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/celtic-shield-knot-a5-faux-leather-notebook-with-pen): £9.49 - [Floral Snake A5 Lined Notebook](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/floral-snake-a5-notebook): £7.49 ## What candles and herbs do beginners need to start? Most beginners start with a few candles and a simple herb or incense for their rituals. These four gifts cover both: a spell candle, a set of black candles, herb bundles and a cedar rope incense. Each one is a simple, useful way to begin. ### [Soy Wax Spell Candle with Gemstones](/products/soy-spell-candle-with-gemstones) (£12.99) Something a little different for a witchy friend or a new altar: this soy wax spell candle sits in a glass tube, with gemstones set right into the wax. It stands 20 cm tall and burns for 50 hours. You choose one of twelve intentions, and each comes with its own stones and scent, so the candle matches what you are working on. When it has burned down, the glass tube can be reused, which makes it a pretty piece to keep. *Best for: Altar builders and crystal collectors.* ### [Black Spell Candles, Pack of 12](/products/set-of-12-black-protection-spell-candles) (£4.49) A gift that says you listened to someone who has just started out. This pack holds 12 unscented black spell candles, each burning for about 90 minutes, so there is plenty to practise with. They are vegan and come in a picture box with a window, so you can see what is inside. The box measures 10.5 cm tall, 7.5 cm wide and 2.5 cm deep, so it is easy to tuck into a beginner's kit. *Best for: Beginner witches starting spell work.* ### [Banjara Herb Bundle, Sage and Vetiver Blends](/products/banjara-sage-bundle-pack-of-2) (£8.99) A fun way to say thank you to a friend who loves ritual work. These Banjara herb bundles are handmade in India, and you choose from six blends, from Indian sage to vetiver. The Indian sage, vetiver, and vetiver and patchouli packs each hold two bundles, and the scents run from citrus and floral to earthy sage and vetiver. In tradition, herb bundles like these are burned in cleansing rituals. Ritual burning only, not for eating, so keep them for your practice. *Best for: Ritual lovers and meditation fans.* ### [Pure Herbs Himalayan Cedar Rope Incense](/products/pure-herbs-cedar-rope-incense) (£6.49) A pretty piece for the home, and a gift for anyone curious about traditional incense. These are handmade rope incense of Himalayan cedar from Nepal, with herbs wrapped in hand-prepared rice paper. Known in Nepal as Dhup or Newa Dhup, each rope burns for about 15 minutes. Burn it in a marble or metal dish, or on an ash bed. It gives heavy smoke, so use it sparingly in a small room. *Best for: Incense lovers curious about tradition.* - [Soy Wax Spell Candle with Gemstones](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/soy-spell-candle-with-gemstones): £12.99 - [Black Spell Candles, Pack of 12](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/set-of-12-black-protection-spell-candles): £4.49 - [Banjara Herb Bundle, Sage and Vetiver Blends](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/banjara-sage-bundle-pack-of-2): £8.99 - [Pure Herbs Himalayan Cedar Rope Incense](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/pure-herbs-cedar-rope-incense): £6.49 ## Which chalices and goblets suit a beginner's altar? The best chalices for a beginner's altar are cups that are easy to look after. Here, most goblets have a removable stainless-steel insert, so cleaning is simple. Designs range from medieval knights and Templar symbols to bats, pentagrams and the Tree of Life. ### [Templars Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm](/products/templars-medieval-knight-goblet) (£13.99) A keepsake they'll hold on to. This 19 cm goblet has a knight in chainmail sculpted onto its body, with gold highlights on the base, stem and rim. Each one is hand-painted to a steel-effect finish. The stainless-steel insert lifts out, so cleaning after a ritual is simple. It's a fine first chalice for anyone drawn to medieval history or Templar stories, and a striking centrepiece on a small altar. *Best for: Medieval and Templar history fans.* ### [Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm, Hand-Painted](/products/medieval-knight-goblet) (£13.99) A charming pick for a beginner witch, this 19 cm goblet has an armoured knight sculpted on its side. The gold highlights add a striking touch to any altar. It's painted to look like solid steel, a finish that really stands out. The stainless-steel insert lifts out for easy cleaning. It suits pagan friends and fantasy lovers who want a cup with a story behind it, and it's a lovely first piece for a growing altar. *Best for: Fantasy fans and pagan friends.* ### [Knights Templar Goblet with Steel Insert](/products/knights-templar-goblet) (£37.99) This goblet has a bronzed handle covered in Templar symbols, each one painted by hand. The removable stainless steel insert makes cleaning simple. It comes in a gift box, so it's ready to give as it is. Templar history lovers and gothic décor fans will enjoy the detail, and a beginner who likes symbols will find plenty to explore on it. *Best for: Templar symbol lovers.* ### [Medieval Knight Chain Wine Goblet](/products/medieval-knight-chain-wine-goblet) (£20.49) For anyone who collects medieval décor, this wine goblet has knights raised around the cup, with a chain that curls around the stem. Ornate golden patterns run across the base. It's hand-painted to look like solid steel, and the removable stainless-steel insert lifts out for cleaning. What makes it stand out is that chain wrapped around the stem, a striking detail on any altar. *Best for: Medieval décor collectors.* ### [Dark Fang Bat Goblet 18.5 cm](/products/dark-fang-bat-goblet) (£11.99) For the friend who loves to host, this 18.5 cm goblet is a playful choice. It's cast in black resin and hand-painted, with Celtic and gothic symbols across the cup. A large smiling bat spreads its wings around the cup, which makes it stand out. The stainless steel insert comes out for cleaning. It's a fun pick for Halloween hosts, bat lovers and anyone who likes a gothic altar with a sense of humour. *Best for: Halloween hosts and bat lovers.* ### [Enamelled Offering Plate or Ritual Goblet](/products/enamelled-goddess-offering-plate) (from £16.99) Ideal for a cosy night in, this choice lets you pick a style. One is an enamelled aluminium offering plate, 16 x 4 cm, that stands on three legs with a raised edge to hold ash. The other is a ritual goblet in iron with a pentagram, or in a copper finish with a Tree of Life. The Tree of Life goblet gets very hot when burning incense, so use a heat-resistant surface and fill it with something non-flammable, such as sand. *Best for: New witches building an altar.* - [Templars Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/templars-medieval-knight-goblet): £13.99 - [Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm, Hand-Painted](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/medieval-knight-goblet): £13.99 - [Knights Templar Goblet with Steel Insert](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/knights-templar-goblet): £37.99 - [Medieval Knight Chain Wine Goblet](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/medieval-knight-chain-wine-goblet): £20.49 - [Dark Fang Bat Goblet 18.5 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/dark-fang-bat-goblet): £11.99 - [Enamelled Offering Plate or Ritual Goblet](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/enamelled-goddess-offering-plate): From £16.99 ## What pentagram decor suits pagan and Wiccan homes? Pentagram decor themed to a festival suits pagan and Wiccan homes best, because it brings the season into the room. Our picks are two pentagram ornaments, one for Mabon and one for Yule, plus a book-shaped storage box that suits a witchy shelf. ### [Autumn Pentagram Ornament, Mabon Décor](/products/autumn-pentagram-ornament-mabon) (£23.49) Great for a new home, this pentagram ornament is inspired by Mabon, the autumn equinox. Warm-coloured autumn leaves decorate it, set on a resin base with a wooden look. It comes in a branded gift box, so it's ready to give as it is. Set it out as the days get shorter and the leaves turn. It's a simple way to mark the season in your own space. *Best for: Pagan friends in autumn.* ### [Yule Pentagram Ornament with Pine Cones](/products/winter-decorative-pentagram-ornament) (£23.49) A gift that says you listened, this Yule pentagram ornament is made for pagan and Wiccan winter decor. Pine cones, berries and cinnamon sticks trim the pentagram on a wooden-look base. Cinnamon sticks bring a warm look to a winter room. It comes in a branded gift box, so it's ready to give as it is. It suits anyone who loves Yule and winter decorating. *Best for: Yule celebrants and winter decorators.* ### [Eye of Newt Spell Book Storage Box](/products/eye-of-newt-spell-book-shaped-storage-box) (£9.49) Practical and pretty, this book-shaped storage box is made of MDF and designed like an enchanted spell book. The 'For Seeing Beyond, Eye of Newt' artwork gives it a witchy look on a shelf. Inside, a spacious compartment holds keepsakes. It measures 21 x 16 x 5 cm and weighs 450 g. A good pick for book lovers and gothic home fans. *Best for: Book lovers with a witchy shelf.* - [Autumn Pentagram Ornament, Mabon Décor](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/autumn-pentagram-ornament-mabon): £23.49 - [Yule Pentagram Ornament with Pine Cones](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/winter-decorative-pentagram-ornament): £23.49 - [Eye of Newt Spell Book Storage Box](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/eye-of-newt-spell-book-shaped-storage-box): £9.49 ## Which gothic figurines make good home decor for witches? Gothic figurines that make good witch decor have a witchy scene, like a cat on a spellbook or a cauldron. These three resin pieces all fit that look. Each one brings a little dark charm to a shelf, desk or altar corner. ### [Cult Cuties Malpuss and Purrah Cauldron 18.5 cm](/products/cult-cuties-malpuss-and-purrah-curious-cauldron) (£37.99) If they love fantasy and cute collectibles, this is the one. This 18.5 cm resin piece shows Malpuss and Purrah cooking up a translucent potion in a cauldron. The textures are detailed and the expressions are sweet, so it looks charming from across the room. It comes in a branded Cult Cuties box. It suits a Cult Cuties collector or a witchy friend who loves a playful scene on the shelf. *Best for: Cult Cuties fans and witchy friends.* ### [Conjure Spell Cats Black Cat Figurine 15.2 cm](/products/conjure-spell-cats-figurine) (£13.99) Something a little different for a witchy shelf: a black cat sits on an open spellbook, wearing a crooked witch's hat. The 15.2 cm resin figurine has hand-painted details that catch the eye up close. It comes in a full colour branded box. It suits cat lovers and gothic collectors, or anyone who wants a playful nod to spellwork in their home. *Best for: Cat lovers with a gothic streak.* ### [Hex Black Cat Witch Figurine 15.2 cm](/products/hex-spell-cats-figurine) (£13.99) A gift that fits on any shelf, this 15.2 cm resin figurine shows a matte black cat in a pointed witch's hat, sitting on a spell book. The features are hand-painted, which adds character to the face. It comes in a full colour branded box. It suits gothic decor lovers and witchy friends who love cats, and it is a simple way to add a dark, witchy touch to a home. *Best for: Gothic decor lovers and cat fans.* - [Cult Cuties Malpuss and Purrah Cauldron 18.5 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/cult-cuties-malpuss-and-purrah-curious-cauldron): £37.99 - [Conjure Spell Cats Black Cat Figurine 15.2 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/conjure-spell-cats-figurine): £13.99 - [Hex Black Cat Witch Figurine 15.2 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/hex-spell-cats-figurine): £13.99 ## Our witchcraft supplies for beginners: what you need compared Every pick at a glance: who it suits best and how it is sent. | Pick | Best for | Delivery | |---|---|---| | [Book of Shadows Journal & Obsidian Crystal Pen](/products/book-of-shadows-journal-with-black-obsidian-crystal-pen) (£9.49) | First-time book of shadows keepers | Same-day dispatch | | [Book of Abundance Journal with Aventurine Pen](/products/book-of-abundance-journal-with-green-aventurine-crystal-pen) (£9.49) | Crystal lovers writing goals | Same-day dispatch | | [Celtic Shield Knot A5 Notebook with Pen](/products/celtic-shield-knot-a5-faux-leather-notebook-with-pen) (£9.49) | Students and Celtic design fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Floral Snake A5 Lined Notebook](/products/floral-snake-a5-notebook) (£7.49) | Snake lovers and gentle writers | Same-day dispatch | | [Soy Wax Spell Candle with Gemstones](/products/soy-spell-candle-with-gemstones) (£12.99) | Altar builders and crystal collectors | Standard dispatch | | [Black Spell Candles, Pack of 12](/products/set-of-12-black-protection-spell-candles) (£4.49) | Beginner witches starting spell work | Same-day dispatch | | [Banjara Herb Bundle, Sage and Vetiver Blends](/products/banjara-sage-bundle-pack-of-2) (£8.99) | Ritual lovers and meditation fans | Standard dispatch | | [Pure Herbs Himalayan Cedar Rope Incense](/products/pure-herbs-cedar-rope-incense) (£6.49) | Incense lovers curious about tradition | Standard dispatch | | [Templars Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm](/products/templars-medieval-knight-goblet) (£13.99) | Medieval and Templar history fans | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Medieval Knight Goblet 19 cm, Hand-Painted](/products/medieval-knight-goblet) (£13.99) | Fantasy fans and pagan friends | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Knights Templar Goblet with Steel Insert](/products/knights-templar-goblet) (£37.99) | Templar symbol lovers | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Medieval Knight Chain Wine Goblet](/products/medieval-knight-chain-wine-goblet) (£20.49) | Medieval décor collectors | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Dark Fang Bat Goblet 18.5 cm](/products/dark-fang-bat-goblet) (£11.99) | Halloween hosts and bat lovers | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Enamelled Offering Plate or Ritual Goblet](/products/enamelled-goddess-offering-plate) (from £16.99) | New witches building an altar | Standard dispatch | | [Autumn Pentagram Ornament, Mabon Décor](/products/autumn-pentagram-ornament-mabon) (£23.49) | Pagan friends in autumn | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Yule Pentagram Ornament with Pine Cones](/products/winter-decorative-pentagram-ornament) (£23.49) | Yule celebrants and winter decorators | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Eye of Newt Spell Book Storage Box](/products/eye-of-newt-spell-book-shaped-storage-box) (£9.49) | Book lovers with a witchy shelf | Same-day dispatch | | [Cult Cuties Malpuss and Purrah Cauldron 18.5 cm](/products/cult-cuties-malpuss-and-purrah-curious-cauldron) (£37.99) | Cult Cuties fans and witchy friends | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Conjure Spell Cats Black Cat Figurine 15.2 cm](/products/conjure-spell-cats-figurine) (£13.99) | Cat lovers with a gothic streak | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | | [Hex Black Cat Witch Figurine 15.2 cm](/products/hex-spell-cats-figurine) (£13.99) | Gothic decor lovers and cat fans | Dispatch in 1–2 working days | ## How does delivery work? Every order travels by tracked UK delivery, to your door or straight to theirs if it's a gift. Delivery is the sum of your parcels, from £3.95 each (some items travel free), and free over £60 on most orders: we pay the first £6. Each product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay. See [delivery](/delivery) for the details. ## Ready to choose? A beginner's witchcraft kit can be built from a Book of Shadows journal, spell candles, herb bundles and incense, suited to new witches and wiccans who want simple, meaningful tools. Pick your favourite above and add it to your basket: every product page shows its size, price and delivery dates. More ideas: [Witchcraft meaning](/guides/witchcraft-meaning) · [What is an altar](/guides/how-to-set-up-an-altar) · [Spell candles and ritual candles explained](/guides/spell-candles). ## Questions ### What should a new witch buy for their first altar? The Enamelled Offering Plate or Ritual Goblet is a good first pick for your altar. Choose two enamelled aluminium offering plates, 16 x 4 cm on three legs, or two metal ritual goblets with a pentagram or Tree of Life. An altar is the space you set up for your practice, and these pieces give it a home. ### Which spell candles are best for a beginner? The Black Spell Candles, Pack of 12 suit beginners who are starting candle magic. You get 12 unscented black candles for candle magic rituals, with an approximate burn time of 90 minutes. They are vegan and come boxed. ### What should I use to keep a Book of Shadows? The Book of Shadows Journal & Obsidian Crystal Pen suits beginner witches who want a place for their notes. The black journal has 200 lined pages, gold cover detailing and a ribbon marker. It is paired with a black obsidian crystal pen, so the journal and pen match in colour. ### What is a herb bundle used for in witchcraft? The Banjara Herb Bundle is a good choice if you want to try a cleansing ritual. These bundles are handmade in India in six blends of Himalayan sage, Indian sage, vetiver and patchouli. They are traditionally burned in cleansing rituals. ### Is delivery free in the UK? Free UK delivery over £60 on most orders: we pay the first £6 of delivery. Every product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay. Returns: unused items within 14 days of delivery.