Handfasting Cords and Ribbons

The Handfasting Ceremony is akin to that of modern wedding ceremonies, it involves the familiar exchange of vows and tokens (or rings) but also prominently features the ritual tying of the knot.  The hands of the happy couple are tied together with a sacred or specially made cord or set of ribbons which symbolises their coming together, while the untying at the end of the ceremony is designed to represent their intent to remain so entangled of their own free will. Handfasting cords are traditionally made of silk ribbons or cords either left loose and anchored at one end or knitted, braided or plaited together into a single cord.  The colours of the cords are determined in any number of ways depending on local or family tradition, you can choose colours based on your desires and wishes for your marriage, to represent the family of each and the union of the happy couple or even using the colours of your family crest or clan tartan. Hollow Hill offers you the chance to have your cords specially made for your special day.  Loose, knitted or braided, basic or embellished with charms and crystal beads to enhance their meaning your cords are created to represent your unique union and to be a treasured trinket throughout your marriage.