How to spot Fairies: 12 signs when Fairies are near you - Magical Recipes Online (2024)

Fairies. Winged, cheerful and wonderfully enchanting entities which have long been associated with the forces and elements of nature since antiquity. The Kingdom of Fairies is a completely different Realm often called the Ethereal Plane.

However, the Fairy Realm is in close contact with the Material World where we live in.

The difficulty to reach another plane, is based on our ability to expand our consciousness. The Ethereal Plane is amongst the ones which can easily accessed.The Astral Plane, for example takes a bit more effort for humans to be accessed. Many of us were born with the Ability to travel to other Realms with no effort at all. In Ancient Religions, it was believed that the Children who born on Imbolc (from January 31 to February 2) were natural born travellers to the Land of the Fairies. However, others don”t know they possess this ability.

The Travellers can either be born, or be trained. Shamans for example, the Priests and Priestesses of Animism and Nature, are trained Travellers. The Kingdom of Fairies includes both Male and Female entities although many traditions describe that the Kingdom is reigned by a Queen. Since none of these assumptions can easily be proved, I truly believe that there are several kingdoms of Fairies, similar to the countries of Human Race. Some more benevolent, others more maleficent.

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Spotting Fairies is believed to be difficult because we try to actually “see” them as we would see some birds or butterflies. Even though this could also be achieved, it”s easier to perceive or to sense the presence of fairies by expanding our consciousness. (See here more in the Initiation in Fairy Witchcraft). In this article we are going to describe ways that fairies try to establish contact with humans. Personally, I am pretty sure that almost every human has felt the presence of fairies even if we easily forget or neglect it (either by fairy magic – as fairies mostly try to avoid contact with humans – or by our ignorance).

You can also see here how to invite these winged creatures and become an empowered fairy Witch.

1. Spheres of Light

One of the most common ways fairies and other ethereal beings are noticed, is as spheres, flickers or glints of light. It”s very common to see it around mushrooms, blooming flowers and springs. People associated with fairies (children of fairies) can watch these lights anytime. You may also notice unexplained movements out of the corner of your eyes.

2. Chilling sounds and music

Once you”ve entered the fairy Realm nothing is the same. Soft sounds may greet the strangers who enter the fairy land. Whether it”s the sound of various wind instruments – like the flute – or a simple sound – like the welcoming sound of tiny bells – it”s absolutely the same. Allegedly, if you ring a bell over a spring or pond you may see the reaction of fairies responding to your invitation.

3. Fairy Rings

It”s long believed that fairies love to sing and dance at night. They usually dance around a circle. Many who stay in forests at nights claim to have heard wonderfully enchanting songs, while later in the morning they find mushroom circles, circles of flowers or trace of footprints of human-sized nymphs dancing known as the Fairy Rings. Many believe that the “Fairy Rings” are the Gateways to the Fairy World. Respect the fairy rings and always ask for permission before entering the Circle.

Important Note

Do NOT cut any flower or mushroom from a fairy circle!

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4. Laughter

As Fairies are – almost always – described as cheerful creatures, when you are close with these entities it very likely to hear laughter or feel the urge to laugh. The feeling of joy fills your heart and lasts long!

5. Scent of Flowers

You are walking down a path, or even a road while your nose is filled with an overwhelming scent of flowers like Iris or Violets, or even the scent of the grass like it just rained or maybe it smells like walnuts, apples or grapes. As fairies are often associated with flowers, plants and trees, this could be the work of a playful Fairy sprinkling scented fairy dust to you, blessing you or trying to catch your attention.

6. Deviations of the Air

The “fairy wings” may cause a light breeze on the area around a fairy. Whether it”s actually the wings or the energy shift around the ethereal being does not really matter. Pay attention to the leaves around you. A gentle whirlwind may be a solid proof that a fairy (or fairies) like your company.

7. Animals around you Act Weird

You notice that you are being followed by birds like ravens, your cat acts weird, staring at something for minutes (with no apparent reason) or play with the air while your dog is nervous or probably bark at something you do not see. As Fairies could be described as the Souls of Nature they can easily cause phenomena like this.

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8) Milk or Beer goes bad and candies are missing

Your milk has gone bad before its actual expiration date and so does you beers. You may also notice that milk is less as if someone drunk it while you are certain that no one would ever drink from your milk. This could be a sign of a fairy who entered you house. Try to contact them rather than getting angry.

9) Jewellery and shiny objects are missing

Before you call the police try to look around if you can find them in other places. Fairies love to play with humans in this way. They enjoy “stealing” stuff like this and hide them in different places. It is said that Fairies love all shiny objects and that”s what they love to take first. Keys or with fancy keychains is a “fetish” for this wonderful creatures. Be kind to them. They -almost- always return them! 🙂

10) A sense of warmth on your skin

The energy of the Fairies – when is in close contact with your aura – can be felt like tiny vibrations of energy on your body, or heat on your skin. You may actually feel the warmth of the beloved creature as a gently tingling or tickling on part of your body.

11) Flowers (and other plants) sprouting from bizarre places

This is another phenomenon that is often associated with the presence of Fairies. You may notice that from one second to another a flower has bloomed while you could swear that you have not even seen it at all! This is very common when Casting Fairy Witchcraft or a Ritual which invokes Fairies. If this happens in your house it means that you have a winged visitor… or maybe visitors!

12) The Eyes of the Woods

Have you ever felt that trees are watching you as you walk down the path in a forest? Have you ever felt the presence of something really strange when you are alone and the night-sky is full of dazzling stars? The Trees may – indeed – have eyes of their own, as they are probably inhabited by magical creatures as Fairies (of course it can also be elves, gnomes or other entities). Greet these trees and ask for guidance and protection.

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How do I know if my Fae is around? ›

How to Tell When a Fairy is Nearby
  • Mysterious Sounds: Fairies are often believed to be accompanied by ethereal music, laughter, or tinkling bells. ...
  • Glowing Lights: ...
  • Sudden Changes in Weather: ...
  • Unexplained Natural Phenomena: ...
  • Feeling of Being Watched: ...
  • Gifts and Offerings: ...
  • Strong Natural Scents: ...
  • Finding Fairy Circles:
Oct 28, 2023

How do you find fairies? ›

Rocks—fairies are attracted to all kinds of shiny stones like agate, quartz, or crystal. Use them to decorate your garden and give the little ones a place to sit. Shiny things—fairies love to look at their reflection, so include shiny things like a mirror or a dish of water in your garden design.

How do you connect with fairies? ›

Attracting the energy of faeries is a beautiful and magical way to connect with the natural world. Creating a faerie garden, leaving offerings, using natural materials, and connecting with your inner child are all ways to attract the playful and whimsical energy of these magical beings.

What crystals attract fairies? ›

Here are a few of our absolute favorite Faery Magick crystals that you can try if you want to attract these beautiful beings into your life:
  • Prehnite. Renowned for its ability to call the Fae, this stone is connected to heart chakra and associated with prophecy. ...
  • Herkimer Diamonds. ...
  • Black Tourmaline. ...
  • Citrine. ...
  • Smoky Quartz.
Aug 20, 2023

When a fae knows your name? ›

If a Fey asks for a humanoid's name and they say it, they're giving them power (and possibly partial control) over them. The best thing to do in this situation is to give the faerie a made-up name or a nickname.

What do fairies want from humans? ›

Fairies love shiny things, particularly things no one else seems to want, like old buttons, charms and paperclips. They don't however like human money. That is why they like to give it away when they collect your teeth.

What do fairies like most? ›

They love music, They love flowers. They mostly like pretty shiny objects such as gems, pennies, jewels, pearls, beads, crystals, shells, feathers, pinecones. Most of all the fairies LOVE food gifts, especially sweet things, honey, milk, cakes, fruit.

What would you do if you meet a fairy? ›

If I met a fairy my wishes would be:
  1. To remove poverty from the world - As a lot poverty leads to less of education.
  2. To always keep all happy - Happiness is the medicine to be fit always.
  3. I would ask her to let me see people's mind - so I can help the best I can.
  4. To let all enjoy peace - Peace Not War.
Mar 10, 2021

How do you befriend a fairy? ›

They love milk and honey as well as anything shiny. Flowers, crystals and coins… lots of different things and doing this will help you befriend them as to say “I come in peace” and they won't be out to get you by hiding your things or other Fae tactics.

What do fairies like as gifts? ›

Fresh Food & Drink
  • Bread.
  • Cakes.
  • Honey.
  • Wine.
  • Milk (or cream...or butter... basically, if it's dairy they're gonna love it)
  • Wine and Spirits.
  • Mushrooms.
  • Berries (of all kinds!)
Aug 20, 2023

Do fairies bring gifts? ›

Fairies create both fortune and misfortune above all by giving gifts. In “Sleeping Beauty,” these gifts seem gratuitous—the princess has done nothing special other than being born. In a sense, Perrault's fairy tale was the starkest social realism: Princesses do indeed receive gifts that common folk have to work for.

What plant attracts fairies? ›

Roses, which are a favorite of many gardeners, are beloved of fairies as well. Roses can be put in any sunny spot, and will provide shade for any fairy dwellings you may have set out. Thyme is an herb that not only attracts fairies, but also allows humans to see them when worn.

What is the stone of the fairies? ›

Fairy Stones are Staurolite crystals (especially Staurolite pseudomorph) are found in only a few places around the world. Besides Virginia, which has the most abundance of them, they can also be found in Georgia, New Mexico, Brazil, and Switzerland.

What scents do fairies like? ›

In addition, as I described in my previous posting, it is well established in magical texts that fairies should be attracted by burning incense and by the person working the spell being scrupulously clean and using clean clothes and table cloths, towels and the like.

What do Fae do to humans? ›

Fae will steal adults as well. They are particularly fond of musicians and poets and will take them away to their realm for their entertainment. They also take humans who offend them and transform them into strange creatures or keep them as servants. In some versions of the story of Tam Lin the bard, he went willingly.

What are the physical traits of the Fae? ›

Fae
The Fae
Physical Traits:Miniature stature, large beautiful wings, nature-influenced appearance, wondrous hair and eye colours.
AbilitiesFast and agile, Advanced magick, Intelligence, Will of nature, Nature's gift and wrath, Transformations.
LanguageFey
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What can Fae not touch? ›

Fey (fairies, bogarts and other Celtic creatures) can't deal with cold iron. Other magical creatures have other weaknesses. Werewolves can be harmed by silver.

Where do Fae like to live? ›

They are often said to also thrive in woodland communities, underground forest kingdoms, or inhabit lakes, hills and streams and come in many shapes and sizes though most of course, are small.

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