To set up an Ostara altar, consider a space that represents rebirth and new beginnings, using colours like greens, pinks, and yellows, and incorporating symbols like eggs, spring flowers, and representations of the sun and moon.
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Here’s a more detailed guide:
Location:
Select a space where you can feel comfortable and connected to nature, such as a windowsill, a table, or a shelf.
Base:
Use a cloth, a tray, or a wooden board as a base for your altar.
Colours:
Incorporate colours associated with spring, such as greens, yellows, pinks, and blues.
Symbols:
Eggs: Represent new life and fertility.
Spring Flowers: Tulips, daffodils, lilies, and primroses symbolize rebirth and growth.
Sun and Moon: Represent the balance of light and darkness.
Yin and Yang: Symbolize the interconnectedness of the masculine and feminine.
Rabbit/Hare: Represents fertility and the coming of spring.
Birch Twig: Represents the tree of the Ogham alphabet.
Offerings:
Food: Leafy greens, honey, or painted eggs.
Candles: Use white or yellow candles to represent the sun and new beginnings.
Water: A chalice of milk or honey can be used as an offering.
Personal Touches:
Add items that resonate with you and your personal journey, such as gemstones, statuary, or chakra representations.
Intention:
Reflect on your intentions for the coming season and what you wish to embody during this time of renewal.
Consider the Elements:
Include items that represent the four elements: earth (stones), water (small mirror or water bowl), air (a feather), and fire (candles).
Keep it Simple:
An altar doesn’t need to be elaborate. Start with a few meaningful items and add more as you feel inspired.