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Shadows are not meant to be taken internally. These philters, or potions, if you prefer that term, may simply be used to anoint and to bless objects—for example, for consecrating a spell candle. Use a cotton ball or swab to apply the philter to the object or candle. Though the homemade philter and potion recipes in this book smell wonderful, they are not intended to be perfumes either, so be smart and safe. Because of the possibilities of allergies or other medical problems, I would not recommend applying these mixtures to bare skin. Also be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after applying the philters to an object, and avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. These recipes are for charms and spells only, and are not to be ingested. If you wish to carry the scent with you, then I recommend applying the philter to a cotton ball and tucking it inside of a sachet bag.
    When you look for bottles for your potions or philters, check the arts and crafts stores for small decorative bottles and jars. Make sure they will seal up and that the neck of the bottle will be large enough for you to pour the mixture into easily. You will probably want to invest in a few small funnels to make it easier. But when you are perusing the decorative glass bottles at the local stores, keep in mind that you want something that is affordable, small, sturdy, sealable, and easy to use. If you can find colors associated with the day’s magick, that’s even better. Look around and see what you can come across.
    The charms that are suggested in all of the daily philter and potion recipes can be easily found in a jewelry-making section of the arts and crafts store. Look for a small package of celestial-themed charms in silver and gold tones.
    Also keep in mind that the herbs, crystals, colors, and oils featured in this chapter give you even more information to experiment with. All of the featured items in this chapter are linked to the sun and solar magick. So take a good look at the recipes and other spells that are featured here to see how you can personalize them and make them uniquely your own.

    Philter Recipe for Health, Wealth & Success
A small decorative glass bottle with a lid or a stopper
A clean dropper to easily add the essential oil
A tiny golden sun charm
6 inches gold ribbon
A label and a pen (to list the ingredients and
to decorate and mark the bottle)
1 ⁄ 8 cup base oil like sunflower oil
9 fresh or dried sunflower petals
Small chips or a tiny piece of carnelian
13 drops essential carnation oil
    Pour your base oil into the bottle until the bottle is three quarters of the way full. Then add the tiny carnelian chip, the sunflower petals, and finally the essential carnation oil. Add the lid, hold your fingers over the top to avoid any spills, and then carefully shake up the mixture.
    Hold up the mixture to the sunlight and allow the sun’s beams to illuminate the mixture within. Wipe off the outside of the bottle and use the label to list the ingredients and the use of the potion. Finally, decorate the bottle by attaching the label and tying the gold ribbon around the neck of the bottle. Add the golden sun charm to the streamers of the ribbon so it is visible from the front of the bottle. Knot the charm into place. As you finish tying the bow, hold the bottle in your hands and repeat the charm below:
    This philter carries the power of the sun
    For health, wealth, and success, the charm is begun
    The stone adds power and the element of fire
    The sunflower brings fame and will grant my desire
    Carnation oil to bring good health and to bind it fast
    Now blend all together and make my witchery last
    By the power and might of this day of the sun
    This philter is magickally blessed, with harm to none.
    Store the philter bottle in a safe, dry place that will be out of direct sunlight (try an upper cabinet). Make sure to keep all philters and potions well out of the reach of children and pets.
    Essential Oils
    All of the following