The 2008 Summer Olympics, held in Beijing, China, introduced a unique mascot that became an iconic symbol of the games. The mascot, named "Fuwa," represented the five elements of nature: Beibei the fish represented water, Jingjing the panda represented forests, Huanhuan the Olympic flame represented fire, Yingying the Tibetan antelope represented earth, and Nini the swallow represented the sky. The design of the Fuwa mascots was inspired by traditional Chinese art and culture. Each Fuwa had a specific color associated with it, and their shapes were based on traditional Chinese crafts and ornaments. The mascots were designed to convey a sense of harmony and unity, and their names, when combined, formed the phrase "Beijing huanying ni" which means "Welcome to Beijing". The purpose of the Fuwa mascots was to promote the Olympic spirit and to reflect Chinese culture to the world.

Create Your Own Personal Witches Ball Ornament

Everything you need to create Two Witches Ball/Home Blessing/ Ornament!

Why not start a new tradition with someone you love. A Spiritual Journey for two! Or just an Arts and Craft project for two! Maybe a gift just for yourself. A wide range of Ingredients with plenty of extras. This also makes a perfect Holiday Gift, Birthday Gift, a anytime Gift perfectly packaged into a box.

Items Included:

• A detail list of each item and is magical properties.
• A How To / Spell
• Two White Chime Candles
• Two Palo Sticks
• A Bell
• 2 - 4 inch Clear Ornament Ball (plastic) -- I check all Ornament Balls before packaging; make sure they close and aren't broken--
• A Roll of Twine/ or Hemp
• Moss (color varies) (3x4 Inch bag)
• Cinnamon Sticks / Chips (2x3 bag)
• Star Anise (2x3 Inch bag)
• Bay Leaves (2x3 Inch bag)
• Mugwort (2x3 Inch bag)
• Rosemary (2x3 Inch bag)
• Jasmine Flowers (2x3 Inch bag)
• Lavender Flowers (2x3 Inch bag)
• Pink Rose Petals (3x4 Inch bag)
• Black Tourmaline (size and color varies)
• Selenite (size and color varies)
• Evil Eye Hamas Trinket

Herbs & Flowers are All Natural, No Pesticides Used, Organic

Disclaimer: These items are for entertainment purposes only. These items are not meant to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any illness. Metaphysical/magical outcomes are not implied or guaranteed by using these items. Do Not Ingest. Keep out of reach of Children and Pets. When using candles, use with Caution. Never leave Candles unattended. I am not responsible for any skin irritations or allergic reactions from using these products.

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Witch Balls

Folklore gives us many ways to protect and bless our homes, from a
sprig of rowan fastened near the entryway to the brightly colored
hex signs of the Pennsylvania Dutch, to the inverted horseshoe
nailed above the door to “catch the luck” and hold it. The “Witch
Ball” is one more protective device.

A Witch Ball is a hollow glass sphere hung at a window, or in a
corner of a room near the ceiling, that averts or traps evil before
it can bring harm to the occupants of the home. It may only a couple
of inches in diameter, or large as a pumpkin.

Some writers have said they were called “Witch Balls” because they
were made to protect a home from Witches. It is just as possible,
however, that the balls were used by Witches to ward their own
homes, and those of their clients.

No one knows exactly when these talismans first were used. The
manufacture of glass and the ability to make blown-glass vessels are
very old skills; the Roman Empire had a lively trade in glass two
thousand years ago. We know that Witch Balls were used in Old
England, but whether this was a legacy of the Roman occupation or a
later custom is uncertain. Certainly Witch Balls were common in
colonial America.

Many witch balls were coated inside with silver nitrate. It was said
that these reflected the “evil eye” or any negative spell back on
the sender. Also, any demon seeing his face reflected in the silver
ball would be frightened and flee, or maybe seeing the world
reflected in a curved, distorted way was enough to confuse him.
Other balls are created with slender threads or pillars of glass
inside to catch any evil spirit that ventured within. Yet others
were simply the glass balls, clear or green or blue, used by
fishermen to float their nets. Perhaps these were reflective enough
to work the same way as the silver balls.

Witch balls have also found their way into the garden as a form of
the large “gazing globes” on pedestals that adorned many Victorian
gardens and are still seen occasionally today. If a flower garden is
a place of beauty and serenity, a refuge from the cares of the
world, certainly it deserves protection as much as the house itself.

Another place where Witch balls turn up is on the family Christmas
tree – or more accurately the Yule tree, as the custom of dragging a
tree indoors is doubtlessly Pagan in origin. The tree may be a
variant on the Yule log, which was originally a huge dead tree (and
phallic symbol), conveyed to the manor house by the men of the
village with much singing and ribald horseplay. Their one end was
placed in the great hearth, and a fire kindled. Over several days of
feasting and festivity the Yule log was gradually pushed into the
fire as the end was consumed.

The Yule tree may also have been a representation of the World Tree
of old Northern Europe. The whole universe was imagined as a great
ash tree, called Yggdrasill. Its roots reached down into the Norse
underworlds, Niflheim and Muspelheim; its crown stretched up to
Asgard and the halls of the gods; and in its branches deer and other
wild creatures browsed. This great tree is akin to the Tree of Life
of the ancient goddess civilizations of the Near East.

On our Yule trees today we place lights and stars and candy canes,
carved animals and elves and Santa’s and – of course – little glass
spheres. Witch Balls. Gold for the reborn Sun god, and silver for
the Moon Goddess, whose blessings and protection we ask for the
coming new year. In Ancient Ways, Pauline Campanili suggests that
the “shiny glass balls catch the light of the new born Sun and send
it back as a magical means of enhancing the Sun’s energy.”
You can have your own Witch ball up year ’round. Buy a large and
beautiful Yule ornament, or seek out a glass fisherman’s float in an
antique shop, or look in a catalog of garden statuary such as
Toscano’s for a “gazing globe.” Give it a special place of honor in
your home or garden, invoke the gods of your choice, and consecrate
it to its protective purpose. Dust it frequently to remove any
negativity from its surface. Perhaps it will make your home that
much more of a safe have.

How To Make A Protection Witch Ball

glass ball or Yule ornament with an opening
bottle of silver paint
a spool of read thread
few drops of frankincense or patchouli oil
scissors

Cover you working space with newspaper to protect against spills.
Take the metal cap off the ornament. Carefully pour a little of the
silver paint inside the ball and swish it around until the inside is
completely covered with the silver. Set it aside to dry.

When the paint is totally dry, cut the red thread into three inch-
lengths. Carefully poke this thread into the open end of the ball.
Continue cutting and putting the thread into the ball until the ball
is nearly full. Put in a few drops of oil. Then put the end back on
the ornament. If it has no end, seal it with candle wax.
When you hang the protection ball, chant:

“Symbol of the Moon, symbol of the Lady divine,
Reject all negativity, defend this home (car), me and mine”.

This protection ball can be hung in the window of your home or in
your car. Any negative thoughts or ill wishes directed against you
are reflected back to the sender. You can also decorate the outside
with appropriate designs. You can put them onto wreaths or make them
part of a dried flower arrangement. Programmed for protection, these
little Witch balls do a very good job.

How to Make a Yule Blessing Ball Ornament

Yule is fast approaching! I would ask if you are ready but I know from experiences that sometimes we are never completely ready. Well, whether you are looking for a last minute gift idea, something fun to do with the family, or just want to put a little bit of magic out, this is a simple activity to do. Gather a few items from the list below and we are ready to start.

Supplies needed:

Clear Glass Ornaments (you can get these at Joann’s or Michael’s) I used the 3.25″ size but you can use smaller or bigger if you desire. Use plastic ones if working with small children. Herbs (see herb qualities below) Small crystals, stones and trinkets (make sure you can get them in the opening in the top of glass ball) Ribbon Parchment or special Paper Pen

Recipes

Here are some ideas with intentions, to add to your blessing ball. Feel free to mix and match while using your intuition. Be creative and add other things that you feel called to.

Protection

• Angelica
• Basil
• Bay Leaf
• Clove
• Coconut
• Holly
• Rose
• Sage
• Nails, pins, and/or needles
• Broken glass
• Amethyst crystals
• Wolf’s hair
• Black feather

Love

Pick from the following list:

• Catnip
• Chamomile
• Daisy
• Ginger
• Mistletoe
• Rose
• Yarrow
• Rose Quartz
• Apple seeds
• Pink (romantic love) or red (passionate love) feather
• Paper hearts
• Sea shells

Prosperity

Pick from the following list:

• Cinnamon
• Cloves
• Patchouli
• ginger
• Dollar bill ($5 or more)
• Pearl

Healing

Pick from the following list:

• Allspice
• Cedar
• Cinnamon
• Ginger
• Mugwort
• Nettle
• Rosemary
• Amethyst

After partially filling your ball, take out your piece of paper and pen and write your intention. Is this for healing? or protection? write it out, roll it up small enough to fit easily in the opening of the ball and continue to fill up with the rest of your recipe additives.

Add a ribbon and charm of your choice to the top and your blessing ball is complete.

When I am doing magickal creating, I like to cast a circle around my work table and I. For some people, they will cast around their craft room or kitchen. Witches who do this for products to sell, will sometimes leave a circle of protection up, for the creative room, charging it periodically. I will leave this up to your comfort level.

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The purpose of the Fuwa mascots was to promote the Olympic spirit and to reflect Chinese culture to the world. They were featured in various promotional materials, merchandise, and events leading up to the games. During the opening ceremony, each Fuwa was showcased in a dance performance that showcased their individual characteristics and their unity as a group.

The mascots quickly gained popularity among both children and adults, becoming a beloved symbol of the 2008 Olympics. The 2008 Summer Olympics mascot, the Fuwa, was a unique and creative representation of Chinese culture and the Olympic spirit. By incorporating traditional Chinese elements and symbolism, the mascots successfully conveyed the message of harmony and unity to the world. They became a symbol of pride for the Chinese people and left a lasting impression on those who experienced the games..

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