DIY handfasting ribbon

Handfasting is a Celtic tradition usually done during a wedding ceremony. Learn all about the tradition and its meaning straight from an expert and get our top tips on how to make it part of your own big day.

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…

A couple demonstrates the tying of the infinity knot method for a handfasting ceremony

I demonstrate how I made my handfasting cords! Materials: 1 light green 6 mm satin ribbon1 lilac 6 mm satin ribbon 2 white 6 mm satin ribbon 1 purple 3 mm sa...

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…

A four cord set in light pinks and yellow over a Celtic Jacquard ribbon. Each cord has appropriate charms and gemstones to represent each of the four elements. All purple and ivory ribbons, this cord is a celestial beauty. This cord, with elaborate gemstone beading is made with all cording in shades of pink, silver, and dark blue. A combination of cording, trim and ribbon, This cord has bolo tips and mother of pearl gemstone beading. To celebrate the union of the Lord and Lady, This cord has…

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.

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Uniting Hearts and Hands: A Comprehensive Guide to the Handfasting Ceremony Introduction Welcome to the world of Handfasting,...

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.