What is smudging with a feather?
One of the traditional elements of the smudging ceremony is the smudging feather, which is used to waft the cleansing smoke around the body, around items that require cleansing, around a room, and so on.
What is the difference between smudging and saging?
Saging and smudging are terms that can be used interchangeably in our society. While smudging is done by Shamans, the intermediaries between the material world and the spiritual, it is considered the same as ‘saging’ yourself, home, or environment.
What are the four elements of smudging?
In some cultures, four elements are represented in parts of the ceremony: fire in the burning of the sacred herbs, earth in the herbs themselves, air in the feather used to fan the smoke or the smoke itself, and water in the vessel to carry the herbs.
Can a peacock feather be used for smudging?
Natural peacock feather fans for smudging. Used to spread the smoke of sage or other plants/herbs used for cleansing. Can also be used to fan energy out of our aura. Peacock feathers are known to bring luck and abundance.
Can I use any feather for smudging?
A Smudge Feather is often dedicated to this purpose and decorated with leather and beads. Turkey Feathers are often used as Smudge Feathers. Hand painted Eagle Feathers are also an option. Loose white sage can be burned in a smudge bowl or a large shell.
How do you wrap feathers to smudge?
Cut a long piece of cording of your choice (at least 3 feet) and begin to tightly wrap around the leather base. Begin at the top nearest the feathers and wrap each end of the chord downward evenly until you reach the bottom of the base. Adjust tightness until it feels secure and tie off on the ends.
Why you should not buy sage?
Due to climate changes, over-harvesting, and water shortages in California, this plant is in great danger. On top of the ongoing problem of over-harvesting and drought conditions, fires in California last year damaged much of the land where sage traditionally grows.
Can you reuse a smudge stick?
You can reuse the same smudge stick until there is nothing left to burn. Ideally, you should use a new smudge for each cleansing.
Do I need a feather to smudge?
“You don’t need to use an entire smudge stick,” she says. “Break off one leaf, light the tip, blow it out, and then use your hand or a feather to waft the smoke through the space.
What is a smudging feather and how is it used?
One of the traditional elements of the smudging ceremony is the smudging feather, which is used to waft the cleansing smoke around the body, around items that require cleansing, around a room, and so on.
Where can I buy smudging supplies?
At Tribal Trade Co., we offer a variety of smudging supplies including both decorative and individual feathers.
What is a smudge fan?
Feather fans or smudge fans are made from two or more feathers, bound together to form a fan. Some smudge fans may include charms or trinkets, intricate designs, wooden handles, and other decorative features while others may be kept plain and simple.
What does it mean when you see a feather?
Well, feathers are really “messages” from someone who wants you to understand that you are not alone, who is there near you, and who wants you to understand that “there is”. Not only that, seeing a certain color of a feather is a very specific message: Colored or bright colors to bring more joy, positivity, and happiness around you.