Voodoo Authentica

Questions:

(1) I'm very interested, but I'm a beginner. Where do I start?

As a beginner, we recommend starting with our general purpose, Handmade & Blessed New Orleans Voodoo Doll. This doll comes with full instructions, and may be used for any wish, goal or petition you have in mind!

For those looking for a more comprehensive experience with multiple Spiritual tools, our Voodoo Authentica Ritual Kit is an excellent value. This kit includes a handcrafted Doll, Blessed Potion Oil, Gris-Gris bag, small candle, incense, and detailed instructions — everything you need to perform your own New Orleans Voodoo ritual.

To deepen your understanding of the culture & tradition of New Orleans Voodoo, we also suggest reading Jambalaya by acclaimed author & Priestess Luisah Teish. This book provides step-by-step rituals, guidance on creating altars for the primary Orisha (African Spirit Forces), recipes for spiritual baths, and much more!

(2) How do I use a Voodoo doll? Can they be used to hurt people?

When working with dolls, it is beneficial to attach a personal item from the individual you intend to influence. For example, if you are seeking to attract luck and financial abundance for yourself, consider wrapping a strand of your hair around the doll or tying a piece of your clothing to it. Additionally, write your name and birthdate on one side of a piece of paper and clearly state your intentions on the other side (specificity is encouraged).

Use a pin to attach the paper to the doll, then engage in prayer, meditation, or focus your energy on the doll as consistently as possible. Place the doll in a prominent, respectful location, and visualize the luck and abundance flowing into your life as you pray. If you have any physical symbols related to your desires, such as a lucky penny or a check written to yourself for the desired amount, you can also attach these to the doll to aid in visualizing your goals.

Dolls in New Orleans Voodoo are used to attract and represent energy, prayers, goals, or wishes. Contrary to popular portrayals in media, they are not typically employed to harm others. We firmly believe that the energy we channel into our spiritual work is the energy we attract into our lives. Therefore, all of our dolls are blessed to ensure effective and safe prayer work!

(3) What is the difference of how Voodoo dolls are made today and how they were first made?

New Orleans Voodoo dolls are made in much the same way now as they were hundreds of years ago, with Practitioners using materials indigenous to their area and readily available. The specific materials used to construct the doll are as varied as the many regions in which dolls were and still are constructed. You'll see dolls of clay, cotton, mud, moss, straw, hair (animal & human), and combinations of these and many other materials, depending on where you are in the world.

The doll's intended purpose also influences the look of the doll and how it is made; another ancient practice still used today. Ex: A fertility doll will still often have exaggerations of the female form. Sometimes, these images are also made for general purposes; so that they can represent a particular person and their many needs and desires, often through a lifetime!

(4) How would I go about making a Voodoo Doll? What are the necessities in the production of a Voodoo Doll?

You can use just about anything to make a doll. Traditionally, practitioners of Voodoo have used what is indigenous to their area. For us in Louisiana, it's a lot of moss used as stuffing, sticks from local trees to form a cross as a base for the doll which we wrap the moss around, and cotton or other natural fabric wrapped around the base and moss to create a head and "clothes."

We often include a personal item of the individual we are trying to bless with the doll, and use the completed doll as a focusing tool to create positive changes in our lives, and the lives of others in need of assistance.

(5) Do Voodoo Dolls really work?

At Voodoo Authentica, every member of our Spiritual Team is a dedicated Practitioner within one of the many beautiful Voodoo traditions. We Handcraft, Bless & personally use all of our products, reflecting years of proven success. While we firmly believe that faith is an essential component of any Spiritual practice, our longstanding history and loyal clientele speak to the effectiveness of our offerings. With an open mind and a heart full of gratitude, we are certain that you will be pleased with your results!

As for how long it can take, the truth is that each person and each prayer is unique. Some results may manifest in as little as two weeks, while others might take two years. While it's impossible to predict exact timelines, faster outcomes are often linked to consistent energy and ongoing prayers on behalf of the worker. Basically, the more you work it, the stronger your results!