A slightly fibrous, tan-coloured wood with a
slight sheen, elm wood is valued for its
resistance to splitting. The inner bark was used
for cordage and chair caning. Elm is often
associated with Mother and Earth Goddesses,
and was said to be the abode of fairies. Elm adds
stability and grounding to a spell. Once known
as ‘elven’, its nature spirit is the elf. When
carried by humans elm will ensure a new love.
