Handfast: To make a contract of marriage between (parties) by joining of hands; to betroth (two persons, or one person to another) — Oxford English Dictionary. Handfasting is the symbolic act of a ...

Did you know that the common phrase of a couple “tying the knot” at their wedding comes from the ancient Irish handfasting ceremony? This wedding tradition serves as a symbol of the couple’s bond and ...

In honor of St. Patrick's Day this upcoming Sunday, I wanted to share a wedding tradition made popular in Celtic tradition. This unique ritual is still used today as a nod to the couples heritage and ...