A staple of Renfaires, period film & historical art, weddings, and now even horror cosplay (Hey, Midsommar!) – the flower crown is a whimsical and youthful symbol of summer. Simple and cost effective – they also are an easy, breezy … Continue reading Make Your Own Midsummer Floral Crown
In summer, we turn our faces toward the sun, air out our costumes and garb, and sojourn to our beloved Renaissance, medieval, Celtic, pirate, and Viking festivals. We’re ready to play! A favorite fixture of many faires is the faery … Continue reading Meeting Puck: Midsummer’s Magic
Historically, folklore, myths, and fairy tales were recorded by such luminaries as The Grimm Brothers and Hans Christian Andersen, meaning most of the tales we know today are presented almost exclusively from a male perspective. But what if they weren’t? … Continue reading Vantage Points: Alluring Fairy Tales from a Feminine Perspective
” . . . and summer’s lease hath all too short a date” – William Shakespeare When we think of the foods associated with Renaissance festivals, often it is hearty fare like Scotch eggs and turkey legs. In the … Continue reading Summer Recipes: Salmons and Savories
Social media might lead you to believe that to engage with paganism or witchcraft, you have to embrace a certain #witchlife aesthetic, which often involves the purchase of a bank-draining amount of crystals, herbs, and ritual tools. However, this could … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Observing Beltane
A core value here at LadyFaire Magazine is the appreciation of our beautiful planet. After all, almost every Renaissance festival happens outside. As we anticipate the future of this industry, it becomes clear that caring for the planet is going … Continue reading Fairy Circle and Earth Magic
January and February can be damp, gray, and cold, but they can also be crystal clear, white, and beautiful. What matters more than the weather is that we reach out to each other, connect, and make memories. We check on … Continue reading Let Us Love Winter
If you’ve been on Facebook for a while, you’ve seen those trends where some meme makes the rounds of all your friends and your feed is full of the same silly content for days. Here lately, it’s been: What kind … Continue reading I Love to Laugh…
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I had my first cup of hot chocolate last night after a brisk walk in the park near my home, enjoying the cold moon hovering over the pond in the park. Living in Orlando means any temperature drop below 65 … Continue reading Comfort and Joy: A Note From the Editor
The light is changing, getting softer. The trees are shifting colors. The pool toys are packed away, the sweaters are being shaken out of their mothballs. It’s finally autumn. It’s been an incredibly challenging year. For some, grief is close … Continue reading Shades of Autumn: Discovering Beauty in Light and Dark. A Note From the Editor
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