I didn’t start off like this! I have been pagan for over 20 years so I’ve had time to collect and make space. Initially my ancestor altar was a small shelf with a skull, a candle, a tiny vase and an incense burner. The bottom part of my current altar is where I grow hydroponic lettuce and strawberries, so it’s just what space I have to work with.
I have a separate area above my sink in the kitchen for the house spirits that’s very simple, just a candle, a bowl and a glass of water on a placemat. I have a rock pile outside where I leave offerings for the land spirits. The rocks are from my yard, nothing special. My altar, where I perform ritual or celebrate holidays, is four concrete blocks with a large stepping stone on top out in my yard. Super simple.
