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The handfasting wedding ceremony is rich with symbolism and fluid enough for couples to make their own when incorporating it into their special day. Even the material used for the binding means something. Ribbons are delicate while cords are a symbol of strength, and for couples choosing to use multiple colors, each color brings with it another symbolic meaning adding yet another special layer to the vows being exchanged. Meaning of colors for handfasting cords Like I said, handfasting is a…

There is no right or wrong way to make handfasting cords, and they can be as elaborate or simple as you want them to be. It really comes down to what you want to represent yourselves, or what is easiest for you.

Ever wondered what the intricate designs of handfasting cords mean? Check out Ceotha's new blog post to read more about the Celtic symbolism and numerology behind these beautiful wedding keepsakes #handfasting #uniqueweddingideas #celticwedding #loveknot

The Hedgewitch Cooks How to Make a Handfasting Cord A handfasting cord is used for bringing together two souls in union; it binds their love for as long as love will last. Traditionally it was for a year and a day and if the couple is still in love at the end of that time new vows can be made. Collect some beautiful colored ribbons and any other objects you think might work such as silk flowers, beads, shells, feathers and plait them all together into one continuous length.

Advice for married couples: Always be each other’s best friend and love each other one day at a time. And of course, never go to bed angry. Date nights are also a must.

Over the weekend I found myself in need of a white belt and thought of all the rope belts I've been seeing around lately. Originally I want to make a belt with a big figure eight knot in the front but the rope I had was not thick eoungh for it so I came up with my own. All you need to make this is some rope. Cut 3 pieces of rope each long enough to wrap around your waist twice plus a few extra inches so you have enough to tie it with a bit left to hanging. Fold the 3 pieces in half and tape…

Braiding Eight Cords Into a Flat Braid: Everyone can braid things, right? Can you braid more than 3 things? Here is how to braid 8 strands of cord, string, yarn, leather strips or you name it.