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White Sage & Abalone Shell Mini Smudge Kit
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$14.95 AUD
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A compact ritual set pairing a small natural red abalone shell with a bag of Californian White Sage.
The petite abalone shell provides a natural vessel for holding the dried herb and catching ash during smoke-cleansing rituals. Its small size makes this set easy to incorporate into a personal altar or ritual space without requiring a larger shell or burner.
Each natural abalone shell has its own distinctive colouring, markings and iridescence, so no two kits will look exactly alike.
White Sage Properties
Traditional & Metaphysical Associations: Purification, Cleansing, Protection, Prayer, Sacred Space, Spiritual Preparation, Clarity, Renewal
White Sage (Salvia apiana) has particular cultural and spiritual significance for several Indigenous peoples of Southern California and surrounding regions, with a long history of ceremonial use.
Rather than viewing White Sage simply as a way to “remove negative energy,” it can be approached as a plant associated with purification, prayer and the intentional creation of sacred space. In contemporary spiritual practice, it is often used when preparing a space for ritual, meditation or reflection.
Different spiritual traditions understand smoke cleansing in different ways. If White Sage forms part of your personal practice, we encourage working with it intentionally, respectfully and with awareness of its cultural significance.
Includes
- 1 natural red abalone shell: approximately 2.5–3.5 inches
- 1 bag of Californian White Sage: approximately 7 x 10cm
How to Use
Place a small amount of White Sage into the shell and carefully light the herb. Allow it to catch briefly before extinguishing the flame and allowing the leaves to gently smoulder.
Use the smoke as part of your cleansing, meditation or ritual practice. When finished, ensure all embers are completely extinguished and cool before disposal.
Safety & Care
Abalone shells are natural shells and should not be assumed to be heatproof. Use only a small amount of herb at a time and place the shell on a stable, heat-resistant surface. An insulating trivet or tile underneath is recommended.
Burn herbs in a well-ventilated area with good airflow. Keep burning or smouldering herbs away from flammable materials, children and pets, and never leave them unattended.
Allow the shell, ash and remaining herbs to cool completely before handling or cleaning.
Natural Variation
Abalone shells are natural products and will vary in size, colour, shape, markings and iridescence. These variations are part of their natural character and are not considered faults.
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Herbs, Resins & Wood for Incense & Ritual Use: Safety & Care
Herbs, resins, aromatic woods and ritual incense can be used in different ways. Always follow the instructions provided in the individual product listing and only burn products where burning is an intended use.
When burning herbs, incense or aromatic woods, use in a well-ventilated area with good airflow. Always use an appropriate heat-resistant vessel and place it on a stable surface away from curtains, paper and other flammable materials. Where significant heat is generated, particularly when using charcoal, protect the surface underneath with an insulating trivet or tile.
Burning materials, charcoal, ash and incense vessels can become extremely hot. Never touch or move hot charcoal or equipment with bare hands. Use suitable tongs or tools where required.
Never leave burning or smouldering herbs, incense, wood or charcoal unattended. Keep all products and burning materials away from children and pets.
Allow herbs, incense, charcoal, ash and equipment to cool completely before handling, cleaning or disposal. Ensure smudge sticks, aromatic woods and other smouldering materials are fully extinguished before storing.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise on the individual product listing, products in this collection are intended for ritual, aromatic or incense use only and are not intended for ingestion.
Using charcoal for the first time? See our How to Burn Resin & Loose Incense on Charcoal guide for step-by-step instructions.
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