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The night I cast my first waxing moon spell, I used a tea light candle I found under my sink and a sprig of rosemary from a dying plant on my porch. Nothing exploded. No spirits demanded my firstborn. What did happen surprised me: three days later, I received an unexpected check in the mail for exactly the amount I had visualized. Coincidence? Maybe. But that experience taught me something most witchcraft books won't tell you — the waxing moon phase, which spans from the new moon to the full moon (roughly 14 days), carries a measurable gravitational pull that affects water, emotion, and intention. Studies in chronobiology have shown that lunar cycles can influence human sleep patterns and mood regulation, which is exactly why traditional folk magic across Europe and the Americas has long reserved this phase for growth, attraction, and abundance work. The seven spells below come from conversations with practicing witches who have taught at places like the Witchcraft & Occult Studies program at Cherry Hill Seminary and run shops like HausWitch in Salem, Massachusetts. These are not generic internet spells. These are grounded, tested rituals that require nothing you can't find at a grocery store or thrift shop. Let me walk you through each one, step by step, just as I wish someone had done for me.
1. The Three-Candle Abundance Draw: A Spell for Financial Flow
This spell comes from Maya Krigman, a green witch based in Portland, Oregon, who has been teaching public ritual classes since 2016. She calls it her “bread and butter” spell — the one she recommends to every beginner who asks about money magic. You will need three candles: one green, one gold or yellow, and one white. Do not spend more than $8 total on these candles. The green candle represents growth (think of a sprouting seed), the gold represents the actual currency or resources you want to attract, and the white acts as a spiritual amplifier and protection barrier.
Begin on the first night of the waxing moon — the night after the new moon, when you can see the thinnest sliver of light. Place the candles in a straight line on a heat-safe surface, with the green on your left, gold in the center, and white on your right. Take a small piece of paper — about 2 inches by 3 inches — and write a specific amount of money you need within the next two weeks. Not “I want to be rich.” Write something like “I receive $150 for my car repair by March 15.” This specificity matters because your subconscious mind needs a clear target, not a vague wish.
Light the green candle first, saying aloud: “I open the door to growth.” Light the gold candle second, saying: “I welcome abundance in a known form.” Light the white candle third, saying: “I am protected as I receive.” Fold the paper toward you three times and place it under the gold candle. Let the candles burn for at least 15 minutes — never leave them unattended. Snuff them out (don't blow, as blowing is said to scatter the intention) and repeat for six consecutive nights. On the seventh night, let all three candles burn completely down. Bury the ashes and the paper in your yard or a potted plant. Krigman reports that most students in her classes see results within the waxing-to-full moon window.
2. The Rose Quartz Heart Bath: A Self-Love Attraction Ritual
Before you can attract love from others, you have to attract love toward yourself. This is not a platitude — it is a practical magical principle. If your energetic field is full of self-criticism and lack, you will repel the very things you want to draw in. Sarah Faith Gottesdiener, author of The Moon Book and creator of the popular Moon Deck oracle cards, emphasizes that self-love work during the waxing moon is “non-negotiable” for anyone doing attraction magic. This bath ritual uses ingredients that cost under $15 total and can be done in any standard bathtub.
You will need: one rose quartz tumbled stone (available for $3–$5 at most Crystals shops or online at Energy Muse), 1 cup of Epsom salts (Dr. Teal's brand works perfectly at $4.49 for 3 pounds), 5 drops of rose essential oil (do not use fragrance oil — real rose essential oil, like Plant Therapy's Rose Absolute at $12.95 for 2.5 ml, is potent and worth the investment), and a pink candle. Run your bath as hot as you can comfortably handle. While the water is running, hold the rose quartz under cold tap water for 30 seconds to cleanse it — this removes any previous energetic imprints.
Mix the Epsom salts with the rose oil in a small bowl before adding them to the bath; this prevents the oil from floating on top undiluted, which can irritate your skin. Place the pink candle on a stable surface near the tub — never on the edge where it could tip. Light the candle and say: “I am worthy of my own tenderness. I attract love because I am love.” Step into the bath and hold the rose quartz over your heart center (the middle of your chest). Close your eyes and visualize a soft pink light expanding from your chest, filling the water, then filling the entire room. Stay in the bath for at least 20 minutes. When you drain the water, thank the rose quartz aloud and place it on your nightstand. Repeat this bath on any three nights during the waxing moon phase. Many people find self-administered ritual baths calming — so even if the magic feels subtle, the benefit can be real.
3. The Cinnamon and Clove Career Advancement Spell
Cinnamon has been used in magical traditions for thousands of years — it appears in ancient Egyptian papyri as an ingredient in incense for attracting wealth and favor. This spell adapts that ancient practice for modern career goals. You will need: one green candle (a 4-inch chime candle from Art of the Root costs $3.99), 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon (any grocery store brand), 3 whole cloves, a small heatproof dish, and a piece of paper. This spell works best on a Thursday during the waxing moon — Thursday is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion and success.
Write your career goal on the paper in present tense. For example: “I am promoted to team lead by June 1” or “I receive a positive performance review with a raise.” Be realistic but specific. Fold the paper toward you three times. Place the green candle on top of the paper. Sprinkle the cinnamon in a circle around the candle — clockwise, which is the direction of drawing energy in. Press the three whole cloves into the cinnamon circle at equal distances, forming a triangle around the candle. Light the candle and say: “By cinnamon's fire and clove's sharp heat, my career path grows complete. Opportunity knocks, doors open wide, success and recognition now reside.”
Let the candle burn for 10 minutes on the first night. Each subsequent night, light it for an additional 5 minutes — so night two is 15 minutes, night three is 20 minutes, and so on, until the candle is fully consumed. This gradual increase mirrors the growing moon and builds momentum. Do not leave the candle burning while you sleep or leave the house. When the candle has burned down completely, gather the cinnamon, cloves, and any wax remnants. Bury them at the base of a tree or in a park near your workplace if possible. Setting written career goals is widely linked to achieving them — this spell simply adds energetic intention to that practice.
4. The Honey Jar Friendship Attraction Spell
Honey jar spells are some of the oldest and most reliable in folk magic, dating back to Appalachian and Hoodoo traditions. This version is adapted specifically for attracting new friendships — not romantic partners, not money, but genuine, supportive friendships. You will need: a small jar with a tight-fitting lid (a 4-ounce mason jar works perfectly), raw honey (not processed — raw honey from a farmer's market or Nature Nate's brand at $7.99 for 12 ounces is ideal), a small piece of rose quartz, 1 teaspoon of dried lavender, and a 3-inch piece of yellow ribbon or string.
Write the qualities you want in a friend on a small piece of paper. Not names — you don't want to force a specific person into your life. Instead, write qualities like “kind,” “honest,” “has time for coffee,” “shares my sense of humor.” Fold the paper toward you three times. Place the paper in the jar first. Add the rose quartz, then the lavender. Pour the honey over everything until it covers the ingredients completely — leave about half an inch of space at the top. As you pour, say: “As honey sweetens this jar, so may my friendships be sweet. As lavender calms, so may my connections be peaceful. As rose quartz opens the heart, so may I attract those who see me truly.”