Entry No. 2 — the Albuquerque file — filed under: witchy
Sage Craft
Founded by a practicing witch and clinical herbalist with over three decades of craft experience, this working apothecary emphasizes functional plant medicine and intentional practice. Every item—from loose-leaf teas to topical Dead Sea magnesium body butter and hand-dressed candles—is formulated for working rituals rather than mere aesthetic.
The story
Most metaphysical shops in strip centers sell mood lighting and synthetic fragrance disguised as magic. You didn't hear it from us, but Sage Craft operates on an entirely different engine: plant medicine as hard, functional work. Located on Candelaria Road, the shop is the physical base for Michael—known as Michael the Sage—who has practiced folk herbalism and clinical plant medicine since 1990. That is over three decades of studying how herbs interact with actual bodies and rituals before putting a single product on a shelf.
Instead of factory-packaged novelties, the shelves hold remedies formulated for real practice. Loose-leaf teas, topical Dead Sea magnesium body butter, and hand-dressed spell candles are mixed and poured for active working rituals rather than bookshelf ornament. Whether you want to talk plant chemistry for chronic sleeplessness or need a candle dressed for a specific ritual, the shop favors practical application over performance.
What it's like
You are pulling into an unassuming Northeast Heights strip mall, but step inside Suite E and the air smells like dried botanicals and raw resins instead of perfumed wax. You can walk straight up to the counter for a free herbal consultation with zero intake paperwork or pretense. The main catch is timing: the shop only opens three days a week, typically Thursday through Saturday afternoon, so verify their operating hours before you make the trip.
The move: Take advantage of a free walk-in herbal consultation to blend custom loose-leaf tea together, then pick out hand-poured spell candles for your home altar.
- 📍 Northeast Heights
- 💸 $$
- ⚡ Up for anything
- 🌗 Indoors
Where: 9720 Candelaria Rd NE, Ste E, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.
Pair it with
- Abitha's Apothecary — Pair your custom plant consultation with a visit to another Heights staple known for its extensive fixed candles and purpose-oil catalog.
- Albuquerque Silver & Stone Academy — Balance your custom herb and candle craft with a hands-on lapidary workshop less than a mile down the road.
- Blue Eagle Metaphysical Emporium — Complete a full esoteric sweep of the Heights by stopping here for bulk resins and deity statuary.
Good to know
Do I need to book a consultation in advance?
No, walk-in consultations are completely free, informal, and available during regular open hours without any intake forms.
What specific items are formulated in-house?
They hand-formulate custom loose-leaf tea blends, topical Dead Sea magnesium body butter, and purpose-dressed spell candles.
What are the store's operating days?
The shop runs on a limited schedule, typically open Thursday through Saturday afternoons, so confirm current hours before visiting.
Is Sage Craft open to beginners?
Yes, the store welcomes both experienced practitioners and curious beginners without gatekeeping.
Plan a visit & invite your people →
Further reading: Official site
last checked: 2026-07-21