The Practical Witch’s Spell Deck
Cerridwen Greenleaf
100 cards and mini guidebook
First published 2019, RO Minis/Hachette Book Green oup
This week i thought I would look at a deck that is something different and a great idea especially for new witches. This isn’t a tarot or oracle.
The Practical Witch’s Spell Deck: 100 Spells for Love, Happiness, and Success) is a portable oracle-style deck and mini-guidebook set created by author Cerridwen Greenleaf.
The illustrations for this deck (and related titles like the later Practical Witch’s Love Spell Deck) are by artist Mara Penny.
The set comes in a sturdy keepsake box with a magnetic closure for easy storage and portability.
It contains:
• 100 fully illustrated spell cards, each measuring about 2½” × 3½” ppppp(roughly tarot or oracle card size). The artwork is described as stunning and charming, making the deck visually appealing for display or daily use but if you’re expecting elaborate artwork like a traditional deck then you will be disappointed. The cards look and feel okay with the card backs nicely done but the card faces are just plain text.
• A 48-page mini guidebook that provides an introduction to spells and magic, along with guidance on how to use the cards.
• The compact format makes it ideal for beginners or anyone wanting quick-access magic without a large book.
The deck focuses on practical, everyday witchcraft—spells aimed at love, joy, prosperity, healing, self-love, happiness, success, and related areas like romance, wealth, health, and home harmony. It draws from modern reclaimed witchcraft traditions emphasising wisdom, empowerment, and positive intention rather than complex rituals.
How It’s Used
Users can draw cards daily for inspiration, select one for a specific need (e.g., a prosperity spell when seeking abundance), or incorporate them into rituals. Each card typically features an illustrated theme or intent on one side and the spell instructions, incantation, or components on the other (or supported by the guidebook). The accompanying mini-book explains basic spellcraft principles, making it beginner-friendly while still useful for more experienced practitioners.
Many spells involve simple, household or natural ingredients, aligning with “kitchen witch” or practical magic styles.
It is positioned as a tool for self-empowerment and adding “joy to daily life” through magic, rather than high ceremonial work.
Reception and my personal thoughts
The deck generally receives positive feedback for its charming design, accessibility, and uplifting content. On Goodreads, it holds an average rating of around 4.34/5 based on limited ratings, with users appreciating the author’s approachable style.
It’s popular as a gift for aspiring witches or fans of witchcraft aesthetics. It’s a worthy addition to your collection and there’s some decent spells included.
Overall, this easy, lightweight, visually engaging entry point into spellwork that emphasises positivity, healing, and practical results—perfect for anyone curious about incorporating a bit of everyday magic into their routine. You can find it at major retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or metaphysical shops.
About the creator
Cerridwen Greenleaf is a bestselling author and workshop teacher specialising in herbal, crystal, and candle magic.
She has collaborated with or learned from prominent figures in the spirituality and pagan communities, including Starhawk, Z Budapest, John Michael Greer, Christopher Penczak, Raymond Buckland, and Luisah Teish.
She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and has written numerous books on practical magic, such as The Practical Witch’s Spell Book, Moon Spell Magic, The Book of Kitchen Witchery, and others in the Witches’ Spell Book series. Her work often bridges historical or folk traditions with accessible, modern applications.
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