In this (long overdue, sorry...)episode Dani and Oak have a quick catch up in their "Witcha Up to" segment. They approach the topic by establishing their feelings + personal experiences with weddings, sharing some general history, and give advice to consider when organizing a Handfasting.
Resources and citations:
- https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/29642
- Modern Handfasting : A Complete Guide to the Magic of Pagan Weddings by Liz Williams
- Claims of Handfasting coming from 9000 years ago
- https://www.wedding-spot.com/blog/what-is-a-handfasting-ceremony#:~:text=The%20first%20historical%20signs%20of,wedding%20tradition%20of%20ancient%20Celts.&text=A%20community%20event%2C%20typically%20including,public%20declaration%20of%20marriage%20intent.
- https://www.waterlilyweddings.com/2016/04/hand-fasting-a-celtic-tradition-for-your-irish-wedding-ceremony/
- https://www.brides.com/story/handfasting-wedding-ceremony-101#:~:text=The%20handfasting%20ceremony%20has%20its,the%20presence%20of%20a%20priest.
- Marriage Legal Regulations https://www.findlaw.com/family/marriage/marriage-license-requirements.html
- Handfasting cord work https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGzQwxpM50I