SALEM WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Spelljars at The Witchery: Build a Personalized Charm in Salem
Create a customized spelljar from a curated apothecary of ingredients under the guidance of patient local staff—this guide lays out the flow, logistics, and who this DIY workshop fits.
Spelljars at The Witchery: Build a Personalized Charm in Salem.
Create your own magical spelljar with personalized ingredients, guided by expert staff. Craft at your own pace, seal your intentions with a wax seal, and leave with a meaningful keepsake in a welcoming, sustainable space.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A long-running Salem craft atelier
The Witchery has offered hands-on crafting workshops in Salem for over nine years and introduced spelljars as a new craft in 2025, providing a small, focused space for makers to work and reflect.
Patient, compassionate instruction
Local instructors are known for patient, compassionate support; staff introduce ingredients and help crafters realize their vision while allowing a freeform, DIY approach.
Materials sourced locally
The Witchery is committed to sourcing materials and products from local and regional small businesses and artists, embedding sustainability into its materials and operations.
What the day feels like
What the workshop feels like
You arrive, choose from an array of apothecary ingredients guided by a 'spelljar barista,' assemble a jar at your own pace using the magickal significance of each element, and finish by sealing intentions with a wax seal—an unstructured, DIY craft that emphasizes personal pace and meaning.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who should rethink attendance.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs for 1 hours.
Meet at 86 Wharf St. Salem, MA 01970; check-in happens at the front desk.
Materials are selected from an array of apothecary ingredients provided on site; no special tools are listed—arrive ready to craft and plan to check in 15 minutes early.
For safety and space limits: no additional non-registered guests (including children/infants) are permitted during public workshops, and strollers are not allowed in the workshop space.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the DIY Spelljar Bar workshop?
The workshop lasts 1 hours.
Where do I check in for the workshop?
Check in at the front desk at 86 Wharf St. Salem, MA 01970; arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
Are materials and ingredients provided?
Yes — you choose from an on-site array of apothecary ingredients and staff introduce the materials as part of the crafting period.
What is the minimum age to participate?
This craft is intended for ages 13 and older only.
Do I need any special skills or experience?
No prior experience is required, but the craft requires coordination and fine motor skills; instructors provide patient guidance while the format remains DIY and freeform.
Can I bring additional guests or children?
No — additional non-registered guests are not permitted in the workshop space for public workshops; this includes children and infants, and strollers are not allowed.