Hand-fasting

Hand- fasting   A magical, symbolic marriage ceremony , filled with tradition and ancient ritual. 

Whether it be a simple exchange of vows, sacred gifts or objects, a hand-fasting ceremony is steeped in history, ancient ritual and tradition.. It’s the ideal option for those who feel a marriage license is outdated, for couples wishing to make a promise to each other before getting married or for those who truly want to embrace ancient rituals. Allow me to guide you in creating a moving ceremony surrounded by nature, in sacred circle with Celtic influences, fire, sacred cups, flowers or rings.

The couple will receive a candle, which is lit from my own celebrant candle, signifying new beginnings in their relationship. Within any relationship there are always challenges and by lighting the candle from their ceremony, it can bring them back to the light within.

Couples can jump the broom and cross the threshold from their sacred ring. They can carefully choose which symbolic colour ribbons they’d like to bind with. Every word, detail and movement can have meaning, making this one of the most magical ceremonies to be conducted.

To be part of the storytelling of a couple’s love, how they met, their experiences and how lives’ experiences, divine timings came into play and all of this is shared in a sacred ceremony. It is an honour and a privilege, and is at the heart of what I do.

Allow me to help you tell your story as a couple in an authentic and meaningful way, fully catered to your wishes, to create a unique and joyous occasion that accurately represents you both and the bonds you, as a couple, share in eternal love.

The wonderful part of being a celebrant is getting to the know the couple, key family members, close friends and their part in the couples journey together.

Even down to the rings, the gifts, precious gems and crystals that are chosen by the couple are highly significant and play their part in the ceremony.

The chosen music, the moods and memories that the sound evokes, the lyrics, those special words that can rekindle every treasured moment in time. Can also smooth any dispute and path the way forgiveness. Then the fun and laughter that shapes memories creates a bond.

A poem that unites the couple, that bring family and friends together. A poem that draws memories of loved ones no longer with us but are very much part of the marriage between a loving couple.

The vows that are created and said at the ceremony, or even kept secret between them in a treasured box that is exchanged along with the rings and gifts are personal and bound up in deep sense of knowing each other, bound up in love and respect.

Sharing their common interests yet respecting each other’s personal growth,  coming together to share their experiences and their stories. Based on trust, love and honouring each other.

A wedding ceremony is unique to the couple. Respecting their cultures, their belief systems, gender and their chosen life together.

To be part of the ceremony is to embrace their wishes, dreams and aspirations. To project themselves authentically with love to family and friends who are present to celebrate and support their union during the ceremony, but to support them through their journey together.