Pentagram Altar Cloth, 36" x 36"

Centered pentacle. The encircled five-pointed star, a classic emblem of the craft and the elements.

100% cotton. A soft, durable cloth that lies flat on any surface.

36 by 36 inches. A generous square that covers most altars and small tables.

• Cotton altar cloth, 36" x 36"
• Centered pentacle with a Celtic-knot border
• Black ground with violet and turquoise accents
• For altars, ritual tables, or a wall hanging

The pentacle, a five-pointed star within a circle, is among the most familiar symbols in witchcraft and many Pagan paths. Its five points are often read as the four classical elements, earth, air, fire, and water, gathered and crowned by spirit, with the encircling ring binding them into one. As the centerpiece of an altar cloth, it marks the surface as a dedicated space for ritual and gives your tools a meaningful ground to rest on.

1. Spread the cloth flat over your altar, table, or working surface.
2. Arrange your tools, candles, crystals, or statues on top to set your sacred space.
3. Keep any candle flames on heatproof holders so the fabric stays safe, and never leave a flame unattended.
4. Cleanse it now and then with smoke or moonlight between rituals.
5. Fold and store it between uses, or hang it as a backdrop, and spot-clean as needed.

• Candles: candles to dress and light on your altar.
• Raw Crystals: stones to arrange on the cloth.
• Smudge Sticks: bundles to cleanse your space.
• Incense: incense to burn during ritual.
• Spiritual Books: further reading on altar setup and ritual.

What is an altar cloth for?

An altar cloth defines and dresses your working surface, marking it as a sacred space and protecting the table beneath from wax, ash, and oils. The design at its center adds symbolic focus to your ritual.

What does the pentacle mean?

The encircled five-pointed star is read in many traditions as the four elements crowned by spirit, bound together by the circle. It is a widely used emblem of witchcraft and protection.

How big is the cloth?

It measures thirty-six inches square, large enough to cover most altars, side tables, or a section of a larger surface, with room for your tools.

What is it made of?

The cloth is 100% cotton, soft enough to fold and store and sturdy enough for regular ritual use. Spot-clean or hand-wash to keep the print bright.

Can I hang it on the wall?

Yes. Many people use it flat as an altar cloth and others hang it as a backdrop or tapestry behind an altar, so it works well either way.