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There are seasons in a woman's life that deserve to be honoured, not hidden. A time when she is no longer becoming… she IS. The Sacred Crone Ceremony reclaims wisdom in a youth-obsessed world. This April at Confest, witness a powerful ritual by the river.

When someone says they're "tying the knot," they're echoing an ancient ceremony most people have never seen. Handfasting is where that phrase comes from: a literal act where a celebrant binds a couple's wrists with ribbon or cord. This Celtic ritual predates Christianity by thousands of years. Today, couples are bringing it back because it makes commitment tangible. I've performed handfasting ceremonies across Melbourne and Victoria. This article covers the history, symbolism

Most couples choose a celebrant based on price and availability. Then they end up with a ceremony that feels generic, rushed, or disconnected. The questions you ask matter. Not "Are you free on our date?" but "How do you approach ceremony?" Not "What's your price?" but "What's included in that price?" This guide walks you through the questions that actually reveal whether a celebrant understands their craft or just knows how to fill out paperwork. Choose wisely. Your ceremony