Litha, or Midsummer’s Day, is the peak of the bright half of the Wheel of Life; the summer solstice, when days are at their longest and living things usually at their most active. It celebrates fertility, like Beltane, but also friendship. Wild birds, especially, are Litha symbols. In addition, Litha celebrates the Sun, pure and simple, in all its glory and grandeur…and rituals performed on this day aim to “capture the Sun” in memory and in magickal power, for use and comfort later as the weather grows cold and winter comes.

You’ll need to purchase the supplies for performing the “Catching the Sun” spell.

I personally find it easier to purchase items when I know what they look like and can get an idea of what to look for. With that in mind, I’ve listed most of the supplies you’ll need below.