Posted March 21, 2025

As the wheel of the year turns once more, we arrive at Ostara, the sabbat of balance, rebirth, and the gentle unfolding of spring. Marking the Spring Equinox—when day and night stand in perfect harmony—Ostara reminds us that light is returning, and with it comes growth, hope, and new beginnings.

Rooted in ancient Germanic and Anglo-Saxon traditions, Ostara honors the goddess Ēostre, from whom both the festival and the word "Easter" draw their name. She’s a deity of dawn, fertility, and renewal, often symbolized by hares and eggs—emblems that still echo today in mainstream springtime traditions.

Ostara is a time of fertile energy. Buds swell on branches, birds return with song, and the earth seems to exhale after winter’s long slumber. It’s a moment to plant seeds—both literally and metaphorically. Whether you're sowing herbs in your garden, crafting a new project, or setting fresh intentions, this sabbat encourages forward motion and inspired action.

This spring has seen me make some decisions. While I'm still looking for corporate employment, I'm adding bookkeeping to my repertoire, and rearranging things in my home to hopefully better suit my crafting, and my mental health.

It's also been a challenging month. Normally the week of the solstices or equinoxes I struggle with sleep. For whatever reason this year I haven't slept solidly through the night since about the third week of February. I'm hoping as Ostara passes I'll be able to sleep better. How have you been doing the last few weeks? Is spring cleaning in full swing for you?

Ways to Celebrate Ostara:

• Decorate your altar with spring flowers, eggs, and symbols of balance.
• Dye or paint eggs with symbols of hope, growth, or wishes for the year ahead.
• Take a nature walk to honor the awakening earth and collect found items for a seasonal wreath.
• Light candles in pastel colors to represent the increasing warmth and sunlight.
• Journal your intentions and manifestations for the season in a refillable faux leather notebook—a beautiful and practical way to honor your spiritual journey.
• Sip your favorite herbal blend or fruit-infused tea from a custom tumbler featuring soft spring colors or nature-inspired designs—perfect for rituals on the go or mindful moments in your sacred space.

Looking for a meaningful Ostara gift for yourself or a kindred spirit? Check out our shop , where handcrafted notebooks, keychains, pens, and tumblers help you celebrate each turn of the wheel with purpose and beauty.

Ostara invites us to align with the rhythms of nature, to honor the balance within ourselves, and to welcome the possibilities blooming just beneath the surface. As you celebrate, ask yourself: What is ready to awaken in me? What seeds am I ready to tend this season?

May your Ostara be filled with light, renewal, and just the right touch of magic.