"Smudging" is the burning of the sacred herbs in cleansing, purification,
and prayer ceremonies. All of the herbs used in the wands are viewed as
"sacred" by Native Americans who have used the wands or loose herbs for
generations for "smudging".
How to smudge-
-Light the end of your wand. After it is ignited for about 10-15 seconds,
blow out the flame and direct the smoke around your body and/or the area
you wish to "purify". Some prefer putting the smoking wand in a fireproof
container and directing the smoke with your hand or a smudge feather.
Our smudges are made by Native
Scents. Native Scents is a
network of Native American wildcrafters from Canada to South America who
collect plants in an ecological and respectful way, centered in Taos,
New Mexico
These
amazing Smudge Sticks are 8 1/2" and very
powerful for clearing of negativity, alertness and task at hand focus.
Native Scents Original Smudge Stick- Desert Sage and Cedar
$7.99
Native Scents Four Directions Smudge -
Smudgestick
Desert Sage,
Copal, Lavender, Sweetgrass & White Sage
combine to create this
unique and highly aromatic wand. Once you smell this blend it will not be
forgotten. This wand will lift up the spirits of any household, healing
center, or temple. In fact, this wand is so popular; it is difficult to
keep enough in stock.
$7.99
Native Scents Cedar &
Sage Blend -Smudgestick
Western Red Cedar and Sage is a simply refreshing combination. The perfect
balance for cleansing and enlivening the atmosphere. Great for any
occasion.
Individually packaged for freshness.
$7.99
Native Scents High
Desert Sage Simply Sage -Smudgestick
From the high deserts of Taos, New Mexico we have gathered this
beautiful sage. A timeless traditional favorite used for cleansing and
purification. Out of this world for any sweat lodge.
Individually packaged for freshness.
$7.99
Native Scents Maya Sage Smudgestick-
A wonderful blend
of Desert Sage, Cedar & Copal.
$7.99
Native ScentsSweetcense Sage Smudgestick-
A sweeter blend
of Desert Sage, Cedar & Sweetgrass
$7.99
Native ScentsWoman's Sage Smudgestick-
This is a sage blend specially blended for the protection of women. Use
this smudgestick to keep your home safer and to ward of negative
influences.
$7.99
Native Scents Purple Majesty Sage Smudgestick
For the ultimate experience in soothing and calm. We use
lavender petals wrapped in sage for each wand. A splendid choice for
calming and soothing the nerves! Allow dreams of Lavender fields to
surround you. A very sweet and aromatic smudge.
Individually packaged for freshness. Desert Sage, Lavender and Cedar
$7.99
California Loose White Sage Baby Smudges
by Sage Spirit- 3"
$1.99
Native Scents Kinnick Kinnick
Traditional ceremonial smoking mix.
Ingredients: Bear Berry, Mullen, Red Willow Bark,
Osha Root, Yerba Santa. 1 ounce -$4.79
Native Scents
Sweetgrass Braid
Sweetgrass Braids have a divine scent, used for prayer and meditation.
Hang it above your bed to promote good dreams or burn the braid and allow
the smoke to carry your prayers.
$6.99
Sacred Sage - Smokeless Mist
Perfect for when you cannot burn sage. It purifies without smoke.
Medicine Flower Sacred Sage Smokeless
Mist is for Sacred Spaces. A synergistic blend of traditional purifying herbs
including: White Sage, Juniper, Cedar and other essential oils. Simply spray
into your personal space while maintaining your healing intention. 4 oz bottle
with mist cap
$19.99
Smudging Feather-Single
Feather Ceremonial Smudge Fan
Turkey and Peacock are used for our smudging feathers as they are legal
and work very well. They are lovingly tied with tufts of down wrapped in
fringed buckskin then beaded. Colors and size will very. These feathers
are used for sweeping ones space with the purifying smoke as one would
sweep the floor. Also use them to comb out one’s aura.
$14.99
Want a sage alternative?
Crystal Mist
This is a great purifying product! With
just one misting, your chakras are more aligned. Great for clearing and
purifying space too.
About Our Smudges:
Smudge Sticks or Smudge
Bundles are all-natural ceremonial incense traditionally burned
in Native American rituals such as sweat lodges. Increasingly,
doctors, therapists, and body workers are discovering the
beneficial aspects of these herbs. Smudge Bundles are one of the
means by which people around the globe are reconnecting with the
power of Mother Nature. Smudge Bundles are 8-1/2",
baby 3"
The use of plant and resin smoke
possibly evolved out of the primordial campfires from distant
caves. The ceremony of cleansing people, places and objects
through smoke is continued today. Not only good for keeping
pesky flying insects away certain plant smokes (smudges) could
preserve food and hides. Some smudges could also impart
protection from unseen spirits and thoughts. To apply the
protective cleansing power of a smudge a leaf or resin was
heated to make smoke that was brushed over the person or object
often with a feather fan. Some plant smokes had specific healing
properties while others more generic powers.
The smudge smoke is made either
by spreading dry herbs on hot coals or hot rocks or igniting dry
hers in a clay bowl or shell.
Desert sagebrush covers much of
the high plateau of the western states and is expanding its
range. Sagebrush bark has provided fiber for footwear and
clothing to the Fremont culture. Sagebrush grows a protective
cover for rabbits and small game, improving their habitat. With
its many variations and names, Big Sage Brush, Mountain Ball
Sage (Artemesia frigida), Sweet Sage (Artemesia dracunculoderes),
Black Sage (Artemesia nova) as well as all its common tribal
names, sage is a respected plant family.
Desert sage
grows on the high desert of the West. It is traditionally used
in ceremonies and included in medicine pouches and bundles.
Sage is burned in smudging ceremonies to drive out bad spirits,
feelings or influences. The leaves are valued for their
aromatic properties and are used as a natural moth repellent.
Sage can be used in numerous ways. Native Americans of the
Plains Nations cover the floor of their sweat lodges with sage.
They will also breathe through a small bundle of sage and at
times rub the bundle on their bodies while in the sweat lodge.
Some tribes commonly wrapped
their pipes in sage before they bundled them up. They believed
that objects wrapped in sage were purified. Sage wreaths are
still placed around Sundancer’s heads, wrists and ankles during
the ceremony.
“Sage makes the bad spirits
sick. They go away from it when it is burned. It does not make
the good spirits sick. They will not leave when it is smoked.
Sweet grass is pleasant to all the spirits. Good spirits like
it. Bad spirits like it. All like it. The smoke of sweet
grass is pleasant to the good spirits. They come to the smoke.
They are pleased with one who makes this smoke. They will
listen to what such a one asks. But the bad spirits come also
to enjoy the smoke. So, sage must be burned to make them sick.
Then, sweet grass to bring good spirits.”
Traditional stories and myths
tell of the power of sage in that wherever sage is present
negative forces cannot enter. In the Inipi ceremony, a sprig of
sage is worn behind the right ear to protect the participant and
placate the little people.
