Our Vegan range of spell candles is made of cruelty-free materials and ethically sourced, suitable for any sort of spells and rituals.
These Altar Candles are the standard type of candle that is used in most sorts of Altars. They are short pillar candles that measure 10cm tall and can burn for many hours each, giving you plenty of practices/rituals in their life span.
They are made with a white core and a red coating making them ideal for candle carving, sigils, etc.
Altar Candles – What They Are, How to Use Them, and Why They Matter
Altar candles are a fundamental tool in witchcraft and ritual practice, used to represent elemental forces, spiritual guides, divine energies, and the practitioner’s own intent. More than just a source of light, these candles act as powerful energetic conduits, helping to focus your spellwork, meditation, or devotional rites.
Placed on your altar, ritual space, or sacred area, altar candles are often colour-coded to match magical correspondences—white for purity, black for protection, red for passion, green for abundance, and so on. They may be carved with symbols, dressed with oils, or burned with spoken incantations, depending on the spell or purpose.
How to Use Altar Candles in Ritual:
Represent deities, elements, ancestors, or spirit guides
Anchor magical intention during spellcasting or manifestation work
Cleanse a space or create energetic boundaries with flame and smoke
Use in moon rituals, sabbat celebrations, or daily offerings
Burn while journaling, meditating, or reading tarot to hold sacred space
Why Should You Use Altar Candles?
Adds ritual structure and focus to any spiritual practice
Transforms a space into a sacred, intentional environment
Enhances the energy of your spellwork or devotional acts
Deepens your connection to the element of fire and its transformative power
Ideal for both seasoned witches and beginners building their first altar
Whether you’re casting a spell, honouring a deity, or simply setting spiritual intention, altar candles are essential tools of illumination, will, and transformation.
Why Our Products Are Worth It
At Witchcraft Emporium, we understand that our products may not be the cheapest on the market—and that’s entirely by design. Unlike many “high street” occult brands that offer mass-produced goods, we are a traditional coven of practising witches who handcraft each of our handmade items with intention, care, and deep-rooted knowledge. (With some exceptions on a little selection of manufactured goods that we source from ethical and fairtrade sources)
Our offerings are genuine, authentic, and handmade following time-honoured family recipes passed down through generations. We use only the finest natural ingredients—including organic herbs, pure essential oils, high-grade minerals, and ethically sourced plant oils—never synthetics or fillers.
Every product is created in a sacred, ritualistic manner, infused with love and purpose.
In contrast, many cheaper alternatives are factory-made knock-offs, produced using generic formulas, artificial fragrances, plastic fillers, and questionable sourcing methods. These lack not only the quality but also the spiritual integrity our creations carry.
We believe in keeping our prices as fair as possible, while still honouring the value of traditional craftsmanship and ethical sourcing. When you choose Witchcraft Emporium, you're not just buying a product—you’re embracing a piece of authentic magic, made especially for you.
Because true witchcraft isn’t mass-produced—it's crafted.
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*Colours might be slightly different due to monitor calibration.