A crystal grid is a simple pattern of stones laid out around one intention. You need a template or a flat surface, one center stone and four to eight smaller stones.
What you need
- A template: use our free crystal grid templates
- One center stone, for example a clear quartz point or a tumbled stone you like
- Four to eight smaller stones
- A slip of paper and a pen
Five steps
- Choose one intention. Write it in the present tense on the paper. See How to program a crystal.
- Cleanse the stones. Smoke or sound is quickest, see How to cleanse crystals.
- Place the paper under the center of the template.
- Lay the stones from the outside in, and place the center stone last.
- Connect the grid. Trace the lines from stone to stone with a finger or a quartz point while you repeat the intention.
Ideas for stones
| Intention | Center stone | Surrounding stones |
|---|---|---|
| A new project | Clear quartz | Citrine, tiger’s eye, carnelian |
| A calm home | Amethyst | Rose quartz, selenite |
| Clear boundaries | Black tourmaline | Smoky quartz, hematite |
| Kindness to yourself | Rose quartz | Green aventurine, rhodonite |
Use what you own. Symmetry matters more than the exact stones.
Where and how long?
Place the grid somewhere it can lie undisturbed, such as a shelf or a tray. Leave it for a few days or until the next full moon, then clear it away and thank yourself for the effort.
Crystal meanings are tradition and symbolism. There is no scientific evidence that crystals have physical effects.
Do I need special geometric boards?
No. A printed template or a round tray works. See Crystal storage and display for trays.
Which stones should not sit together?
Keep soft stones such as selenite and fluorite from rubbing against quartz. See the Mohs hardness scale.