Welcoming the Spring Equinox: An Ostara Celebration
- Rachel Howarth
- Feb 28
- 3 min read
As the days grow longer and the chill of winter gives way to the gentle warmth of spring, we find ourselves welcoming the Spring Equinox. Also known as Ostara, this special time of year represents new beginnings, growth, and the balance of light and dark. Whether you observe this day spiritually or your heart sings with the joy of fresh blossoms and warming breezes, now is the perfect time to clear out the old, welcome in the new, and celebrate the earth’s renewal.
A Glimpse into Ostara
Ostara is a festival that marks the return of fertility to the land. It is a time to honour balance, as daylight and darkness are equal, and to embrace the themes of renewal, abundance, and prosperity. Eggs, bunnies, and spring flowers have long been associated with this time, symbolising fertility and the cycle of life.
Crystals for Spring Energy
Spring is all about fresh starts, hope, and creative energy. To harness these vibes, work with the following crystals:
Rose Quartz for love, infinite peace and harmony.
Citrine to bring joy, abundance, and confidence.
Moonstone to help support new beginnings and intuition.
Green Aventurine for luck, growth, and prosperity.
Amethyst for healing and meditation.
Agate for creativity, confidence and mental clarity.
Sunstone for optimism, vitality and intuition.
Place them in your quiet space, in your home, or carry them with you to align with the seasons energy.
Nature Ritual: Planting Seeds with Intention
One of the most beautiful ways to celebrate Ostara is by planting seeds with intention. This ritual allows you to align with the energy of new beginnings and transformation.
How to Perform the Ritual
1. Choose herbs, flowers, or vegetables that resonate with your personal goals.
2. Hold the seeds in your hands, close your eyes, and focus on your intentions for the season ahead.
3. Sow the seeds in pots, or you could use egg shells, visualising them growing strong alongside your desires.
4. Offer water as a gift to nature. Pour a little water on the soil as an offering, expressing gratitude for abundance.
As your seeds grow, let them serve as a reminder to nurture your dreams and allow them to blossom.
Here’s a how to guide to growing sweet peas:
Green Cleaning: A Fresh Start for Your Home
Spring is not just a just a time for outdoor renewals, it’s also the perfect season for a deep, green clean inside your home. My go-to multi-purpose cleaner, PureClean, is an effective, non-toxic way to refresh your space.
PureClean Recipe
A natural cleaner for everyday use.
Ingredients:
250ml distilled water
100ml Castile soap
Rosemary water (to fill the rest of the bottle)
Instructions:
1. In a 500ml glass spray bottle, combine the distilled water, Castile soap.
2. Fill the rest of the bottle with rosemary water.
3. Shake gently before each use.
You can find a How to Guide here:
Rosemary water brings natural antibacterial properties while Castile soap lifts dirt and grease, making this cleaner perfect for everyday use. Affiliate link for products.
Ostara Recipe: Lemon & Lavender Cake
Another perfect way to celebrate is to bake some delicious recipes using eggs. This lemon and lavender cake embodies the fresh, light flavours of spring and is a perfect way to honour the season.
Ingredients:
200g self-raising flour
200g unsalted butter, softened
200g caster sugar
4 eggs
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried culinary lavender, finely ground
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the glaze:
150g icing sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp dried lavender, lightly crushed
Method:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°Cfan) grease a round cake tin.
2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lavender.
4. Gently fold in the flour until fully combined.
5. Pour into the cake tin and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.
6. Cool & glaze: Mix the icing sugar and lemon juice, then drizzle over the cake. Sprinkle with lavender for an extra magical touch.
Perfect for an Ostara gathering or a spring afternoon tea, this cake brings a little bit of seasonal magic to your kitchen, invite some friends round and celebrate with teas and cake!
Embracing the Energy of Spring
As we step into the light half of the year, let this be a time of joy, renewal, and gratitude for everything blooming in your life.
How are you celebrating Ostara and the arrival of spring? Let me know in the comments!
How will you celebrate Ostara?
0%Plant seeds
0%Baking
0%Green cleaning
0%All of the above!
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