The Sabbats: Mabon

The autumn equinox and second of the fall festivals. Celebrate with a feast of thanksgiving for Earth's bounty.

Date: Sun transit 0° Libra (around September 2)

Animals: blackbird, eagle, owl, salmon, stag, wild goose, wolf

Altar decorations: cornucopia, apples, squash, dried corn, pumpkin, herbs, autumn leave, late blooming flower, animal images

Crystals: amber, citrine, cat's eye, lapis, sapphire, yellow agates

Colors: brown, green, gold, orange, red, yellow

Herbs: bittersweet, chamomile, marigold, oak leaves, rue, sage, thistle, yarrow

Incense and oils: cinnamon, myrrh, frankincense, sage

Trees: aspen, cedar, locust, maple, oak, pine walnut

Spellwork: home protection, balance, releasing negativity, bad habits, prosperity, shadow work

Activities: gratitude list, house cleaning, letting go, bake bread or apples, celebrate abundance, give offerings, leaf rubbings

Foods: bread/grain, apples, squash, pumpkin, cider, corn, pomegranates, root veggies

Essential oil blend I use:

Clove 6 drops

Frankincense 4 drops

Cedar 3 drops