Many festivals and faires have artisans who offer soaps, lotions, potions, oils, and other wonderful products to nourish our skins and our spirits. But we’ve never seen a handmade line specifically for infants! With this being a month when we’re … Continue reading Shannon Holliday: Crafting a Baby-Friendly Skin Care Line
Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s Day if you prefer the company of friends) is upon us and with that the perennial custom of gifting chocolates of every shape, size, filling, and flavor to our cherished friends, and loved ones. Chocolate has … Continue reading The Renaissance of Chocolate
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In the 50+ year history of Renaissance festivals, trinket trading is a relatively new phenomenon. As the concept is embraced by new people without an understanding of its origins the practice is at risk; many shows have, with valid reasons, … Continue reading Trinket Trading: Trash or Treasure?
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
Bubble Baths. Mindfulness and Meditation. Korean Sheet Masks. CBD oils. Red Wine. Yoga. Staycations. Skincare. Gratitude Lists. These are a few of our favorite things! These are also just a few items and practices that are most likely to spring … Continue reading The Revolutionary Roots of Self Care
Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery was born in a tiny kitchen overflowing with love and magic. In 2008, self-proclaimed Kitchen Witch, Dawn Aurora Hunt happed to be on a mailing list for springtime Beltane festival that was in need of workshop … Continue reading Woman-Owned Business: Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery
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At LadyFaire, we love artists. So each month, we’ll be featuring one artist, sometime it will be someone whose primary life is to make art in a Ren Fest setting, other times it will be the great works that inspire … Continue reading Artist Spotlight: Michelle Williams
Loved ones are gathered, the music begins as the lights dim, and everyone turns as the beaming bride elegantly makes her way down the aisle to her beloved to begin their lives together. A wedding is one of humanity’s most … Continue reading Dream Mission
At LadyFaire, we love artists. So each month, we’ll be featuring one artist, someone whose primary life is to make art in a Ren Fest setting. We’ll enjoy interviewing, then introducing you to them. Introduce yourself! Who are you (wow, … Continue reading Artist Spotlight: jill ann jack
At LadyFaire, we want to celebrate and support female-led businesses both inside and outside the gates of festivals. We hope to appeal to our readers’ sense of style and moxie! Trove Costumes may inspire and equip you to create the … Continue reading Trove Costume Rental: A Woman-Owned Business for Your Halloween Needs!
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