Many of us who have worked professionally in the realm of the Renaissance frequently hear patrons exclaim, “This must be the best place to work! You’re always surrounded with the magic of the place!” And that is very true. Nonetheless, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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
Renaissance Festivals have been a springboard to many artistic careers, from magicians Penn and Teller to Hollywood director Andy Fickman, but something many don’t realize is how many people have found their experience working at a festival to be an aid … Continue reading From French Hood to Tiara: Not Just A Beauty Queen
Of course, we’ve all seen women walking the lanes at the Renaissance festival in gorgeous court gowns, shimmery fairy costumes, and simpler merchant-class dresses. But perhaps there is no more ubiquitous clothing item at the RenFaire than the corset. Curvy, … Continue reading A Corset Story
In our era of truly impressive women who lead and serve (still a ways to go, but progress is happening!), we don’t always know about the trailblazers who were cutting a wide swath of feminine power. Meet Hildegarde von Bingen, … Continue reading Hildegarde von Bingen: The OG Badass Medieval Abbess
Sometimes, we encounter a spirit so radiant with joy that it seems to just seep through the body’s pores to shimmer in the air and light upon anyone lucky enough to be in that spirit’s path. Magnolia Strange is one … Continue reading Featured Artist: Magnolia Strange
We’ve gathered songs about birds and bees, love and sunshine to brighten your days as they get longer, warmer, and happier. It’s a mix of current pop, classic rock, and American standards. Artists include the Beatles, Ella Fitzgerald, and Zee … Continue reading Playlist: Spring is in the Air!
We love these beautiful, detailed beaded eggs that make gorgeous, unique spring decorations. If April is for celebrating the arrival of warmth and the blossom of flowers as the Earth becomes fertile once again, a bowl of wildflowers with one … Continue reading Learn to Bead a Beautiful Egg!
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