Ceremonies, Rites and Rituals of Love

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Live Updates

Get the latest updates on handfasting rituals, great ideas for your wedding ceremony and beyond! Interviews, real life handfastings and inspirations!

Ceremonies

Create a meaningful ceremony and betrothal rituals filled with love and symbolism. Learn about ancient wedding rites and modern day adaptions to add a little magic to your perfect day.

Tying the Knot

Learn more about the important role of the ceremonial handfasting cord, its rich history, and where you can find some beautiful cords or how to make one yourself.

The Dress

Or shall we say THE dress? Get inspirations, find your look, and see what others are wearing on their special day. Find designers who specialize in handfasting attire, theme weddings, and more.

Cakes and Ale

Get inspired for your reception, carry your handfasting theme into your party and more.

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What is a Handfasting?

A handfasting is a component of a wedding ceremony which entails gently wrapping cords around the bride and groom’s clasped hands and tying a knot, symbolically binding the couple together in their declaration of unity.  Click here to learn more. 

Handfasting cord by Shira G. Tarantino

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Banner photo above by Alison Rose Photography