Sue Skillings - Independent Cornish Celebrant
Tel: 07850011290
Shortlisted for
Wedding of the Year 2017
by easywedding.co.uk
Handfasting
A Handfasting is another way of celebrating your relationship, based on old traditions from the British Isles, including the idea of a ‘trial marriage’ practiced by Celtic Christians. Vows can be taken for, “A year and a day,” “A lifetime,” “For all eternity,” or, “As long as love shall last.”
Modern handfastings are popular amongst neo-pagans, though the ceremony can be adapted as a humanist or spiritual one. I will design your handfasting with you to ensure it fits comfortably with your beliefs and values.
Handfastings are usually conducted outdoors, sometimes in a circle and include the symbolic tying of the hands with a cord or ribbon which you can make yourself.
The ceremony can also draw on the symbolism of the elements of air, fire, water and earth, which can be a powerful way of focussing on the different aspects of a relationship and the qualities you want to bring into your marriage.
Print 