Different herbs and uses.
Sage smudge stick uses.
It s useful to have a fireproof container like a small clay bowl to hold underneath the smudge stick to catch any ashes or embers.
1 sage salvia sp sage is one of the most popular smudge stick materials.
The smoke is used to bless cleanse and heal the person or object being smudged.
Here are the plants i use for my homemade smudge sticks.
Native americans use an abalone shell for this bringing in a water element.
A sage bundle or smudge stick some recommend a seashell or bowl of ceramic clay or.
White sage salvia apiana is the quintessential smudge stick herb.
Sage is used to wash off the outside world.
Light the tip of the smudge stick with a lighter match or candle.
The common name itself is associated with wisdom and spirituality.
Sage the use of sage is for healing.
You could also try a combination.
There are others you could try as well but i d recommend these first.
Sage cedar smudge sticks are pretty easy to come by.
I recommend you use new container bowl or plate that you love and only use for smudging ceremonies.
Don t get it wet.
The practice of burning sage or smudging is fairly simple with few necessary tools.
I love the smell of white sage smoke.
Don t use water to extinguish the hot embers it will ruin the tip of the stick and make it harder to light next time.
Personally i use white sage but feel free to experiment with lavender pine and cedar too.
Once the smudge stick has a steady flame blow it out so it is smoldering and smoking.
Set the smudge stick to dry in a basket or on a drying screen for 7 10 days or as long as necessary.