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A Keeper's Guide to a Folklore Wedding
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items Step into a storybook world where the line between fantasy and reality blurs. This is a guide to creating a wedding that feels unearthed rather than constructed—a sacred space beneath cathedral trees or beside weathered stone walls. We've gathered in...
Sections
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The Sacred Vow
The Enchanted Feast
Attire for the Wild at Heart
Tokens from the Land
The Sacred Vow
The heart of the day is the promise itself. This chapter is dedicated to the sacred rituals and ceremonial treasures that bind two souls together. Find inspiration for crafting a ceremony that feels both ancient and deeply personal, from the words yo...
To literally 'tie the knot' in the ancient Celtic tradition. We love these beautiful, artisan-made handfasting cords, crafted from natural, recycled silks and woven with charms. It's a physical symbol of your union and a powerful way to bind your pro...
Sustainable Artisan Handfasting Cord - Celtic Knot wedding hand-tying cord with florals and leaves
A sacred vessel for the symbols of your vow. Handcrafted by an artisan from sustainably sourced wood. We're particularly drawn to the natural 'live edge' bark, like a tiny, unearthed treasure chest found in the woods, perfectly crafted to hold your p...
Personalized Artisan Wooden Wedding Ring Box
The very first whisper of your story. These beautiful invitations are made from paper embedded with native wildflower seeds. They set an eco-conscious tone from the start, and your guests can plant them afterwards—a living memento of your day that gi...
Plantable wild flower seed wedding invitation floral border
Instead of a simple blank book, why not use a beautifully bound collection of folklore as your guest book? Invite your kindred spirits to sign their names on a page next to a tale that reminds them of you. It becomes a cherished library artifact, fil...
Guest Book Idea | British Wild Flowers by Gerald Ponting | Waterstones
A beautiful addition to your guest book table.
Klimt Tree of Life Fountain Pen: Guest Book Pen
Perhaps the most meaningful gesture of all: making a vow to the land itself. In lieu of favours, or simply as part of your ceremony, consider a donation to a charity dedicated to protecting and planting forests.
The National Forest Foundation
The Enchanted Feast
After the vow comes the celebration. Here, we gather ideas for a feasting hall that feels as if it has been lifted from a classic fairytale. Think long tables, natural textures, the warm glow of candlelight, and flavours that celebrate the season's b...
The foundation for a feasting table lifted from a fairytale. We love these earthy, natural runners made from linen. They create a soft, tactile base that contrasts beautifully with wildflowers and candlelight, grounding your celebration in the natura...
Natural table runner, Moss green linen
To capture that otherworldly, fairytale glow. Hand-poured beeswax or soy wax taper candles are the heart of an enchanted feast. They provide a soft, warm, natural light and are a clean-burning, sustainable choice. Place them in mismatched vintage can...
Hand-Poured Beeswax Taper Candles. Set of 2. Natural. 25 cm.
A taste of ancient revelry! Mead (or honey wine) is steeped in folklore. A DIY kit is such a unique and engaging gift for the couple. Or, you could even brew a batch together before the wedding to share with your closest circle at the feast—a true li...
Honey Wine, Mead Making Kit, DIY, Make Your Own, Made in the USA
A cake that celebrates the season's bounty. Think rustic tiers adorned with what the land is offering—fresh figs and berries in autumn, or delicate elderflowers and petals in spring.
"Naked" Wedding Cake - Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking Ep. 15 - Gemma Stafford Recipe
Earthy, hand-thrown pottery goblets or mugs make a beautiful, tactile vessel for the top table. Sourcing them from a local artisan adds a layer of authenticity to your feast, and they become a meaningful keepsake for your wedding party to cherish lon...
Hand-Thrown Pottery Goblets
Weave the local landscape directly into your celebration. Here is a wonderful guide on how to responsibly and sustainably forage for local greenery, like ivy and ferns. It's a free, deeply personal way to bring the outside in and honour the land your...
Decor Ideas | Foraging Edible and Medicinal Plants in the Midwest by Horace C Juergens | Waterstones
Attire for the Wild at Heart
For a folklore-inspired wedding, attire is more than just clothing—it's a reflection of a connection to nature and a love for timeless romance. This chapter gathers ideas for ethereal gowns, noble suits, and whimsical accessories that feel at home in...
An ethereal gown fit for a woodland queen. The folklore aesthetic calls for dresses that feel romantic, timeless, and free-spirited.
Bohemian Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress in Cream | Raw Cotton Lace Dress | Festival Gown | summer dress | One Size Boho Dress. | Boho wedding
The enchanting bell sleeves look as if they're part of the magic of the woods.
Cotton Lace sustainable Wedding Dress: Bell Sleeve Bridal Gown
For the noble gentleman of the land. A tweed or rich brown wool suit is a sophisticated choice deeply rooted in British heritage. As an old rhyme says, 'Married in brown, you will live out of town'—a nod to a life rooted in the land. It's a perfect c...
Muir Harris Tweed Suit from Scotland.
A crown of the meadow. A classic and beautiful element of the folklore aesthetic. We love these crowns made from dried, preserved wildflowers. They are a timeless way to weave the season's blooms directly into your attire, connecting you to the lands...
Autumn Dried Flower Crown Wedding Headband Full Wildflower Natural
Tokens from the Land
A folklore wedding honours the principle of "tread lightly, live gently." This final chapter is a collection of thoughtful, sustainable favours and keepsakes—small tokens of gratitude for your kindred spirits, and timeless ways to remember the magic ...
A piece of the story to share with your kindred spirits. These greeting cards are perfect as thank-you notes that share the folklore that inspired your day. They also make a thoughtful, sustainable gift for your wedding party to remember the magic.
The Englandbear Seasons of Vows - A Bundle of Stories Card Set
A fragrant and beautiful farewell. This eco-friendly confetti is a mix of dried lavender buds, rose petals, and other fragrant herbs. It's a wonderful, sensory alternative to paper confetti that looks enchanting as it falls and is gentle on the earth...
Eco-friendly Biodegradable Wedding Petal Confetti
A favour that truly gives back to the earth. These personalized packets of native wildflower seeds are a deeply meaningful token. They symbolize your love growing and provide a gift to your guests that helps support local pollinators.
Wildflower Seed Packets: Bee & Butterfly Friendly, Rustic Wedding Favors