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Handfasting, a very celtic tradition
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Summer is finally here, and wedding season is in full swing. We think there’s nothing more special than a Scottish wedding with Kilts, Ceilidhs, and carry-on! We know how to celebrate in style in Scotland, and we’ve noticed a few old traditions are becoming quite popular again. One tradition that we are seeing more and more of is Handfasting. It’s a lovely addition to a ceremony, so we wanted to take a little time to explain what it is and how you can incorporate it into your special day. Handfasting is an ancient Celtic tradition traced back to 7000 BC....
Wedding Season is Here !! May
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Wedding Season is Here! We don’t know about you, but we feel like the year is flying by. It feels like it was Mother’s Day just yesterday, and yet it’s May already, and wedding season is in full swing. May through August promise to be our busiest months in the shop. We love it though and get so much joy out of helping you all get kitted out for your big day and listening to your plans. What’s not to love. With that said, we know that it can be a bit of a daunting task planning your groom and...
Local Favourites for Mother's Day
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so here are some of our favourite ideas for a day out locally with Mum.
St Andrews Day – Scotland’s National Day
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St. Andrew’s Day (or in Scottish Gaelic ‘Là Naomh Anndrais’), marks the country’s patron saint and occurs every year on November 30th. Many Countries have a patron saint. England has St George, Wales has St David, and Ireland has St Patrick. These patron saints have generally been chosen because each country shares a significant connection with that saint.
Four of Our Best Gifts This Mother’s Day
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We know mums are amazing all around the world, but there are none quite like a Scottish Maw. Read on for more witty Scottish banter.