How to Make a Money Spell Jar for Wealth, Luck, and Abundance

A money spell jar is low-effort, high-reward magic. Spell jars are popular for a reason: they are simple, effective, and don’t require a cupboard full of rare ingredients. They also don’t take up much space. Physically, I mean. Energetically? That’s another story.

To make a money spell jar, grab a container, toss in a few powerful ingredients, and boom: you’ve got a pocket-sized prosperity magnet. Whether you’re manifesting consistent income, an unexpected windfall, or just trying to make rent, this spell’s got your back.

At its core, all witchcraft is about intention. In this case, you’re gathering symbols of wealth, sealing them with purpose, and letting that jar radiate with abundance while you live your life. Set it. Charge it. Let it work while you go after what’s yours.

Here’s how to make a money spell jar that actually works.

What Is a Money Spell Jar?

A money spell jar is a type of sympathetic magic. In sympathetic magic, you use physical objects to symbolically represent what you want to manifest. In this case, you’ll fill the jar with coins or cash, as well as herbs and stones that correspond with wealth, luck, opportunities that could lead to success.

Then, you charge it with energy and your intention, seal it shut, and keep it somewhere visible to remind you of your intention, or tuck it away to let the magic do its thing. Over time, it works as a quiet, steady invitation to abundance.

This spell is a spiritual tool, not financial advice. While I believe in the power of magic, it’s most effective when paired with action, planning, and discernment. Always make choices that support your well-being in the real world.

When to Make a Money Jar Spell

You can technically create a spell jar anytime, but timing your spellwork can boost its power. If for no other reason than that it helps convince your skeptical subconscious it’s working. Here are the best times to craft your jar:

• New Moon (the best phase for setting intentions. For money spells, a new moon in Taurus is particularly potent.)
• Waxing Moon (the moon phase for building momentum on those intentions)
• Thursday (ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion and abundance)
• Friday (ruled by Venus, the planet of abundance, money, and doing it all with love)

Money Spell Jar Ingredients

There’s no one-size-fits-all recipe, but here’s a solid starter ritual kit. You don’t need all the herbs or crystals on this list. Choose what resonates or just work with what’s already in your home.

• A small jar: Ideally, a glass one with a cork or lid so you can see inside. You could also use a mason jar, a baby food jar, or any small, clean jar you can seal.
• Coins or folded cash: Even a penny counts. It’s the symbolism that’s key here.
• Dried Herbs:
  • Basil for wealth and success
  • Cinnamon for fast luck and attraction
  • Mint for abundance
  • Bay leaf to write your money goal on if you have a specific one in mind
• Crystals:
  • Pyrite is said to be a money magnet
  • Citrine calls in joyful prosperity
• Small green candle to seal the spell (or a gold one)
• Paper + pen to write your petition or sigil

Other Ingredients You Could Include

These aren’t essential but might inspire you.

• Gold biodegradable glitter or gold thread
• Your business card
• Rose petals to add the energy that this is all coming with love and as an offering to Venus
• Honey to sweeten the energy it arrives with
• Sunflower seeds to evoke the Sun’s energy
• Espresso grounds or dried peppers to speed things up

How to Make a Money Spell Jar (Step-by-Step)

1. Cleanse your jar

You can wash it, waft it through your favorite incense, or set it under the moonlight. This is to give it a clean slate. And to remove any food bits. Unless you’re launching a pesto business in which case you could leave some in there. Just kidding. Clean the jar.

2. Write your intention

On a piece of paper, write a short, clear phrase in the present tense. It’s ok if you feel called to write something longer, but keep it in the present tense If you want to guard against the money coming from somewhere you don’t want it to pull from, you can, but keep it brief. Fold it towards you and put it in the jar.

If you need some ideas, your spell petition could read something like:

• “I am financially supported in my work.”
• “Money flows easily and freely to me.”
• “I always have more than enough.”
• “My business is incredibly successful.”
• “I am a money magnet.”
• “I attract aligned, abundant opportunities.”

3. Add your herbs and crystals

Next, add in dried herbs. The reason you want to use dried herbs is because since you’re sealing the jar, you don’t want the herbs to go bad. That doesn’t bode well energetically. Layer these with intention, focusing on the energy they bring. The specific order doesn’t matter. Trust your intuition.

If you’re using a bay leaf, add that at this time, but first write your brief intention and the amount you want to call in on it.

4. Add coins or cash

The monetary amount doesn’t matter. It’s about symbolic weight, not dollar value. You can use coins, dollar bills, or even foreign currency if your goal is to have more money to travel. You could even write a check to yourself for the specific amount you desire.

5. Seal the jar

Light a green chime candle and drip wax over the lid to seal it shut. Visualize your spell being set in motion as you do. The work is now complete. But, if you feel you need to charge it after this, do so.

Where to Keep Your Spell Jar

Once your money jar is complete, there’s two strong places to keep it. One is in the wealth corner of your home (that’s the back left corner if you’re standing at the front door. The other is on your altar so it’s part of your regular spellwork. If you created a very tiny jar, you could even keep it in your wallet or bag.

Revisit your jar when you want to reconnect with your intention. You can shake it, re-light a candle beside it, or simply hold it while repeating your affirmation.

My Tips for Your Spell’s Success

• Be clear on your desire and what abundance or money means to you. Focus on what is coming, not what isn’t present just yet. This doesn’t mean to spiritually bypass yourself, just not to get caught up in “well, guess it’s not here yet, it must not be working” energy.
• Pair your witchcraft with real-world action (budgeting, following up on opportunities, saying yes to meetings, etc.). Manifestation plus action gets powerful results.
• Let go of the how. Trust that abundance can come in unexpected ways and don’t try and micromanage it.

What Not to Do With Your Money Jar

• Don’t obsessively open and close it or stare at it waiting for it to do its thing. Set it and let it work. It’s not going to start floating in midair or glowing when it starts to work. Unless you also fit an entire special effects team in there.
• Don’t add ingredients that feel “off” just because you saw someone use a different blend. Magic is personal. Trust yourself.
• Don’t panic if results don’t show up in 24 hours—this isn’t Amazon Prime, it’s a spell. That said… if you do want to shop my list of Amazon picks for spellwork and witchcraft, you can do that here.

FAQ

I’m not open about my practice. Where can I keep the jar?

First of all, your magic doesn’t owe anyone an explanation. But, also, I get it. Energy flows where attention goes, so tuck your jar somewhere it feels seen, even if it’s just by you. A drawer you open often, a bookshelf you love, your locker, a box under your bed that holds other personal things. Where can you place it that you feel good about?

How long do I keep the jar?

As long as it feels energetically alive. Some people keep their jars indefinitely. Others feel when the spell has closed and choose to release the contents and start fresh. Trust your gut. Magic is a relationship, not a to-do list.

How long does the money spell take to work?

There’s no one-size-fits-all timeline. Some people notice small shifts within days. Others see a slow build over weeks or months. Keep showing up, believing in the magic, and making practical moves forward and watch what unfolds. The spell is the spark. Your aligned action is the fuel.

Help! It feels like it’s not working.

First, check your expectations. Are you giving it time? Are you backing the spell with real-world action? Magic amplifies intention, it doesn’t replace momentum. If you’ve been patient and things still feel stuck, it might be time to remake the jar with a clearer goal or examine any money beliefs that could be blocking flow.

Should I shake it?

You can very gently shake it, if it feels right. Shaking the jar can be a way to wake it up or give it a little extra charge. That said, if the jar feels settled and potent as-is, no need to rattle it just to feel like you’re “doing something.”

Can I add any herbs I want?

Mostly, yes. Especially if you know the plant’s properties and it resonates with your goal. Just don’t toss in random kitchen scraps and expect magic. This is about intention, not improvisational salad. If you’re unsure, stick to herbs with known money correspondences or look up the meaning behind what you’re drawn to.

If I didn’t seal it, do I need to keep feeding it money?

You can. (You might start to feel a theme here. Let your intuition guide you. Not me. Not what you see someone else do on social media. You.) An unsealed jar is sort of like an open channel, which means it may want regular attention in the form of coins or a regular meditation. If sealing it didn’t feel aligned, treat it like a living altar: feed it when you feel the call. Just be intentional about it. You’re not bribing the Universe. You’re staying in energetic conversation with your desire.