Charm Meanings

Charm Casting is a super easy way to practice divination. It's wonderful for beginners and advanced spiritual practitioners who want to deepen their intuition or just try a new form of divination for fun!

Charm casting is a form of divination, where you give individual charms meanings and then based on where they fall on your casting space (cloth, table, box, etc., they will provide insights into different aspects of your life.

You can also just choose to pull 1 charm to answer specific questions such as:
* What can I expect for the day ahead?
* What energy should I embrace today?
* Where can I find/seek needed support?

When it comes to charm casting, sometimes it's a struggle to know what the charms all mean.  Below is a list of some common charms and their meanings. I'll continue to add to the list, so keep checking back.  *But remember - there are really no rules - if the common meaning of the charm doesn't resonate with you, no worries. Assign a meaning to the charm that means something to you!   

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Acorn:   potential for great growth and abundance, as from a tiny acorn, a majestic oak tree can grow. It also symbolizes wisdom, strength, resilience, and connection to the world around you.

Anchor -    Hope, safety, security, Stability, sympathy, love

Angel - Protection

Angel Wing - Love, Protection, visit from spirit

Baby Bottle - Baby, youth, childhood, innocence, inner child

Bat (animal) - Bat Energy it’s a sign your higher-self is helping you sharpen your sense of true seeing. Because of their warm, sweet nature, Bat symbolism is a deeply soulful reminder that we should never judge a book by its cover.

Bee - Success, enjoy life to the fullest, organization, productivity, nurture, family, travel, busy

Bellspiritual communication, awakening, and enlightenment. It represents the connection between the earthly and the divine realms, as well as the harmony and balance of the universe. The sound of a bell is considered sacred and powerful, as it can purify the environment, dispel negative energies, and invite positive vibrations.  They can also serve as protectors against evil spirits, messengers of the divine, and reminders of life’s changes and transitions.

Bird - Prayers carried to heaven on the wings, visit from spirit, freedom, transformation, change, strength, higher knowledge

Balloons - Celebration, joy, happiness, childhood, inner child

Baseball Cap - Little boy, youth, sports, reminder of someone who always wears a cap

Butterfly - Message from a loved one in spirit, transformation, fertility, transformation, inner work, new beginnings, hope, positivity

 

Bone - Symbol of strength and support, Connection to ancestors, life & death balance, spiritual grounding

 

Book - Knowledge, wisdom, learning, understanding, communication, education, the idea of your current understanding being tested, hope, redemption, personal development, explore new ideas, hidden messages or lessons in your subconscious

Bow/Ribbon - Little girl, youth, gift, awareness,

Bouquet of Flowers - Abundance, creativity, hope, love, purity, a bundle of prayers or intentions being said on your behalf OR prayers you should be giving others

Buttonprotection, closure, and stability. It represents our ability to be in control of our emotions and feelings, as well as the things around us. Buttons are also associated with energy and its flow. They help us connect with the universe, which allows us to channel positive energy into our lives.

Cactus - Strength, resilience, ability to survive difficult situations and conditions

Cat - Independence, witchcraft, sassy, courageous, agile, adventure, cunning, curiosity, deep relaxed connection with self, healing from inside out, intelligence, 

Cherries - cherries symbolizes love, fertility, and renewal. Cherries, with their vibrant red color and sweet taste, have long been associated with passion, sensuality, and various aspects of love. They are often linked to the divine feminine, representing fertility and the life-giving force.

Child (also girl/boy/baby) - Inner child, youth, childhood, curiosity

Christmas Symbol - Christmas holiday, Yule, winter, family tradition, celebration

Clothes Pin: a symbol of control, restraint, and attachment. It represents our ability to hold on to things, both physically and emotionally, even when they are difficult or. It also signifies persistence, as it can withstand pressure and tension. A sign of strength and endurance, a reminder to let go of what no longer serves you, or to hold on to what matters, a prompt to be more flexible and adaptable, or to face a challenge.

CloverGood luck, each leaf represents health, wealth love and respect.

Cloud - a sign of hope, new beginnings and a fresh start. Clouds also represent the perfect balance between light and dark, day and night.
CrabHard exterior, moody, emotions, rebirth, zodiac sign Cancer

Cross - All four points protect you from every angle, life, faith, Jesus archetype, past or present Christian beliefs

Carrot - Garden, healthy eating, eyesight, rabbit, goodness below the surface

Comb - Grooming, beauty, going over details and being meticulous 

Coin - A symbol of value, exchange, and abundance. It represents the energy that flows in the universe and the balance between giving and receiving.

Dice/Die - Trusting fate, trust in the Universe, guidance from a divine source, luck, balance

Dragon - Chaos, supernatural power, protection, wisdom, strength, inner knowledge, fierceness, changes

Dragonfly - New Beginnings, opportunities, message or visit from spirit, transformation, spiritual journey, self realization

Dolphins  - Protection, harmony, happiness, balance between mind and soul, playfulness, intelligence, live in the moment

Dog - Fidelity, loyalty, intelligence, protection, playfulness, unconditional love

Elephant  - power, travel, promotion, happiness, stability in love and friendship, loyalty, friendship, strength, good luck, removing obstacles

Envelope/LetterIt symbolizes a barrier between two worlds – the physical world and the spiritual realm – which allows us to keep our thoughts and feelings safe from outside influences. It also represents a journey; as a letter travels through an envelope it is transformed into something new as it is sent on its way to its destination.

Eye - Protection, evil eye, third-eye, hindsight, foresight, window to the soul, focus

Fae/Fairy - Beauty, femininity, nature, whimsy, travel, playfulness, magic, intuition, exploration,

Flower - Personal Growth, pleasant memories, gratitude,  innocence, new beginnings, admiration, spring, summer, nature

Feather Gift from spirit, protection, someone is listening to your prayers, Presence of an angel or spirit guide

Fish - Abundance, good luck, ocean, freedom, happiness, tranquility, health

Flamingo Find your balance, serenity

Footprints - Presence of spirit "walking" with you, your own life journey, progress, divine guidance, not alone, 

Frog - Transformation, releasing emotional baggage, rebirth, fertility

Frog on a Lily Pad - Purity, innocence, a message from spirit to protect yourself and your own innocence 

Gift/PresentCelebration, surprise, admiration, reward, something free

Ghost - Spirit, mediumship, supernatural, the past, ancestors, spirit guides, spirit is near

Grapes - Fertility: Grapes symbolize fertility and growth. Transformation: They remind us of the continuous cycle of growth, change, and evolution. Abundance and prosperity: Grapes represent material wealth and prosperity. Divine connection: They hold deep spiritual meaning and can symbolize unity and emotional healing.

Hairbrush - Control, appearance, self-care

Handhelp, offering, creativity, 

Hamsa/Hand of Fatima - Protection, repels negative energy, feminine power & energy 

Heart - Love, physical body, compassion, relationship

High heel - femininity and empowerment, as well as being a symbol of sophistication, elegance, and grace.

Horse -  Freedom, freeing yourself, courage, travel, power, strength, perseverance

House - represents one’s inner self, personal growth, and emotional stability. Houses symbolize the human psyche, the state of mind, and the journey towards self-discovery.

Infinity - Forever, the existence of the soul forever, balance, forever love, unbreakable bond

Jellyfish  -  Adaptation, resilience, calmness, tranquility (go with the flow), healing, regeneration, emotional depth, Luck, protection, eternity, hidden strength, flow, movement, simplicity, pain, instinct

KeyUnlocking secrets, opening the unknown, enlightenment, inner knowledge - you hold the key, passage to the spiritual realm

Lady Bug - Lucky, abundance, happiness, playfulness, safety, relationship bliss

Letter/Envelope - It symbolizes a barrier between two worlds – the physical world and the spiritual realm – which allows us to keep our thoughts and feelings safe from outside influences. It also represents a journey; as a letter travels through an envelope it is transformed into something new as it is sent on its way to its destination.

Leaf -  Releasing, letting go, Autumn, harvest, cycle of life

Lizard - healing, survival, renewal, rebirth, changes, simple pleasures, life cycle, feminine power, let things go

Lightning Bolt - Sudden energy shift, punishment, clarity, illumination, violence, creativity, inspiration, power, justice

Lollipop - Childhood, sweetness, nostalgia, memories

Lotus - Purity, rebirth, spiritual awakening, new beginnings, resurrection 

Lips - Secrets, kisses, gossip, self-talk (negative or positive), speak your truth, advice

Lipstick - Witchcraft, sensuality, confidence, strength, appearance, beauty
Mirror - Self-reflection, beauty, shadow work, self-evaluation, gazing into the future

Money - Abundancesecurity, saving or spending, safety, entitlement, shallowness 

MermaidOcean, magic, fertility, distraction, life, renewal, feminine power, sensuality, freedom, rebellion, protection, spiritual awaking, guidance, enlightenment

MoonWisdom, enlightenment, feminine power, protection, emotions, intuition, inner knowledge, clarity, just a phase, night

Music NoteFreedom, free spirit, favorite song, healing, passion, sound, signing, self expression

Octopus - Power of the divine, transformation, change, strength, power, good luck, intelligence, creative problem solving, cycle of life, secrets, hidden knowledge, flexibility and adaptability, mystery of the unknown, symbol of water element/ocean, emotions and emotional depth 

OwlWisdom, death & rebirth, sacred knowledge, inner wisdom, change, intuition, connection with spirit, renewal, new beginnings

Pants - Control; "wear the pants", take action, walk away, personal identity, leadership, authority, stay on track

Pineapple -  warmth, welcome, and abundance. Pineapples are often seen as symbols of hospitality and generosity, inviting positive energy into one’s life. Their unique appearance with a crown-like leafy top adds to their majestic and regal aura, signifying nobility and grace.

Perfume  - Luxury, memories, attraction, beauty, impression, the scent of someone special

Peace Sign  - Wholeness, a blessing to live well, harmony, inner peace, collective consciousness, conflict resolution, 

Peacock - Grace, beauty, power, elegance, compassion, immortality, renewal, spiritual awakening, kindness, creativity, boldness, confidence, attention seeking, attraction

Pearl:  wisdom, purity, and transformation. It represents the journey of acquiring knowledge and understanding from a tiny grain of sand to a beautiful gem. Pearls also embody the divine feminine energy and are associated with the moon. They possess healing properties and are believed to calm the mind and relieve stress.

Pig - Symbol of self-worth and KNOWING your self-worth, good luck, abundance, determination, agriculture, greed, materialism, fertility, forward thinking, moving forward, security, peacefulness, playfulness, good fortune

Pinecone: a symbol of spiritual growth, enlightenment, and life’s eternal cycle. It is also associated with the pineal gland, which is considered the seat of the third eye and the bridge between the physical and spiritual realms.

Pliers(tool) - Taking on too much work, work on a plan or relationship 

Rake - Time to clean your "garden" - remove anything that is not serving you or causing clutter in your life.

Rainbow  - Promise, pride, new beginnings, hope, good luck, peace, connection to spirit and the afterlife,

Rose - Devotion, faith, never-ending love, love towards the divine, spiritual connection and inner peace

Safety Pin protection, security, and resourcefulness. It represents our ability to hold things together, both physically and emotionally, even when faced with challenges and difficulties. A safety pin also signifies creativity, as it can be used for various purposes, from repairing clothing to making jewelry.

Seahorse - A reminder to remain present, be persistent in the pursuit of your dreams, good luck, prosperity, strength, helpfulness, compassion,

flow of life, protection, patience, serenity, and persistence. 

Shark - This creature reminds you of your personal power and the inner strength necessary to get rid of negativity. Shark cannot stop swimming because of the lack of a swim bladder – so on-going movement is common when working with Shark energy. Shark has an amazing sense of smell. This means that Shark can sniff out what they most need.  Because of Shark’s connection with water there is an emotional side to Shark particularly when it comes to change. Shark is sensitive to life’s ebb and flow as surely as the sea itself. He will guide you in the ever transforming current that is your daily experience. Shark also reminds us that quality learning is rarely fast and you have to go at your own pace.

Shell Protection, life force, ocean, connection with spirit, hidden secrets, spiritual journey, strength, abundance, end of a season

SkullPower, knowledge, capacity to think and reason, wisdom, knowledge, protection, reminder to stay alert, impermanence of life, cycle of birth, death & rebirth, can represent connection between the physical and spiritual realm

Star - Good luck, wish fulfillment (wish on a star), direction, courage, purity of spirit, fame

Starfish  - Patience, Healing, sensitive, rejuvenation, renewal, self-care, ocean, travel good luck, hope, divine guidance, protection from negative energy, embrace change

Snowflake - Purity, uniqueness, individuality, winter, cold, short-lived, fragility

Swan - Elegance, grace, beauty, emotional bond with children, balance, calmness, faith, purity, romance, loyalty, fluidity, intuition, mothers love, tranquility

Spider/Spiderweb  - Creativity, resourcefulness, patience, intelligence, wisdom, spiritual transformation, personal power

Spiral/Swirl - cycle of life; birth, growth, death, and re-incarnation, a connectivity with the divine, spiraling from the outer ego (the outside world) into the inner soul (cosmic awareness and enlightenment).

Spoon - Support, nourishment, spoiled (ie "silver spoon"), cuddling (spooning), self-care (don't waste your energy or "spoons"), help from the universe (spoon feeding), taking on new challenges, 

Snake - Fertility, rebirth, immortality and healing, sexuality, transformation, renewal, the need to get grounded, changes, shed toxic energies

Snail -  Tenacity, determination, resilience and adaptation, reminds us to slow down and be patient, growth, progress, reminds us that change cannot be anticipated, prosperity, healing, an inspirational guide through life

Sun  - Warmth, Joy, divine masculinity, strength, energy, determination, leadership, control, authority, The Self, connection with the divine, 

Triangle -  A triangle represents manifestation, enlightenment, revelation, and a higher perspective. It is often used to mark the cycles of growth that lead to a higher state of being. Spiritually, it represents a path towards enlightenment or connection to an omnipresent being. Energetically, triangles direct energy and power in the direction which they point. 

Triple Moon - Triple Goddess (Maiden/Mother/Crone), life cycle: birth/life/death/rebirth, moon phases, protection, plains & realms: Earth/ the underworld/heaven, connection to the divine feminine,

Turtle - Persistence, wisdom, inner peace, good health, good luck, fertility, longevity, moving forward, safety, spiritual guidance, need to be introspective, calmness, spiritual protection, connection mother earth

Watch - Protection, good luck, (wearing of a watch is believed to ward off evil spirits), passing of time, time is "ticking away", personal growth, moving on, balanced life, transformation, divine timing, spiritual awakening, unfinished business, need for action, time is running out

Watermelon - Appreciating and finding joy in nature, abundance, fertility, fruit of love - represents connections to others, summertime, gatherings, Spiritual sense of warning that indicates something important for you to change and develop spiritually.

Whale - Spiritual awakening, higher consciousness, emotional rebirth, emotional depth, speed, agility, unity, protection, good luck, divine blessings, communication, kindness, listen to your heart

Wishbone -  A symbol of love, hope, strength and potential, signifies promise and being on control on your own luck

Wrench - Fix or repair an important relationship, It’s possible that you’re adjusting the rules and expectations you have for yourself or others.

Yin Yang - Peace, balance, love, Yin: feminine energy, Yang: masculine energy, duality