Altar Cloths

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What are witchy altar cloths used for?

Witch altar cloths are used to add color and symbol energy to your rituals while keeping your altar safe from candle wax, water, wine, and ash.

How do you cover an altar?

Covering an altar is as simple as placing a decorative altar cloth over it.

What is the significance of the altar cloth?

Altar cloths have different significance, depending on how they are used or what symbols are on them. Generally, they symbolize protection and foundation.

Do I always have to keep my ritual altar covered with an altar cloth?

You do not always have to keep your altar covered with a cloth. It's definitely a personal preference! We recommend it if you're working with candles and ash because it keeps your altar table safe! Also, if you're working on an ancestor altar, you can also cover the altar when not in use, like a veil of honor.

What's the difference between a regular Wiccan altar cloth and a tarot altar cloth?

Tarot altar cloths are great for keeping your cards and reading space organized and clean, while Wiccan and Pagan altar cloths are decorated with triquetra, tree of life, the triple goddess, and pentacle symbols to help add power and symbolism to a ritual or spell.

What is a Witch altar?

A Witches' altar is a focal point that holds a Witch's ritual items during their magical work.

What should I put on my altar?

Your altar can have any items that you feel help you during your rituals. Traditionally, candles, incense, and a representation of the four elements go on a Witch's altar, though this does differ from tradition to tradition.

Help! I need Wiccan altar ideas!

We've got you! Check out our Wiccan Altar Kit builder!

Where can I find Wiccan altar tables to match my altar cloth?

You can find Wiccan Altar Tables right here, Witch!