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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
Whatever Renaissance faire you attend, it’s likely you’ve enjoyed wearing, observing, or even making hats. Renfaire garb isn’t truly complete without the proper chapeau to top off a delightful costume! From mushroom caps to crowns, you’ll spy most of the … Continue reading My Kingdom for a Hat!
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, … Continue reading The Business Side of Renfaires
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
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
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