Candle Spells

Candle spells are one of the most popular forms of magic, probably because they are simple as well as effective. Not only that but if a non-Witch comes into your home they are unlikely to notice, let alone comment on, a burning candle.

There are many ways of using candles in magic. The easiest is to take a few drops of oil and massage it into a candle of the appropriate color (colors are mentioned in our BOS and also throughout our site), rubbing from the center of the candle out to the ends while visualizing the effect that you intend. Light the candle and let it burn all the way down to set your spell into action. Another way is to take a white candle and a length of thread of the appropriate color. Tie the thread around the candle., knotting it three times to secure your spell. In this method the candle is only burnt down until the thread is burnt. A third technique involves placing a pin in a candle and burning it down unto the pin drops in order to activate your magic.

Whichever method you use, only use the candle for the intended spell. Do not be tempted to use the same one later for a different spell, or for a different person, as this may result in some very confused magic!

It is well to remember that a burning candle should always be placed in a secure holder on a heatproof dish. Furthermore, a burning candle should never be left unattended.

"In magic, as in all things, it is focus and intent which make it work."

~from the Real Witches Year by Kate West

I use candles all the time.  I use candles to work spells, like you described.  
I have white pear scented candle on my altar to represent the goddess and a brown patchouli one for the god.
I have a holder for four tea lights that I use to call my spirit guides.
I sometimes burn colored candles for the quarters.
I use candles to set an intention, to focus before meditating.
And I have one large blue/white candle dedicated to the goddess that I burn....whenever.

I think I just like candles.

My home is FULL of candles -- to burn for intention, for making the house smel good and just for the beautiful light that they give.

I agree, TaleTeller.  I just love candles.  I love the soft glow they give in the dark (especially on a dark, cloudy, rainy day) and the relaxing aroma that fills my home.  Then there are those for intentional purposes that I love the dearest.  

I really like the little four inch spell candles for my spells, but they are so darned expensive.  It's always nice to have a candle lit for atmosphere and to keep nasty smells at bay.  I must have a candle in every square yard of this apt.