Smudging Ceremony Fan made from Selenite (Handle), Peacock Feathers, Black Feathers, and blue & black feathers, Handle and around feathers its wrapped with black hemp string. Feather fans are primarily used in smudging ceremonies, where sacred herbs like sage, cedar, sweetgrass, or copal are burned. The fan directs the smoke over people or sacred items, sweeping away negativity, calling in blessings, and balancing the spiritual body. Blessed Be!