Are you getting married or having a naming ceremony?
Have you ever thought about incorporating a Unity Sand Ceremony at your wedding or naming ceremony. This is a lovely way to incorporate family members especially children from a previous/current relationship into your ceremony and its also a great keepsake of your day.
The Unity Sand Ceremony
The Unity Sand Ceremony is a novel alternative for the
popular "unity candle ceremony" incorporated into many of today's
weddings. The essence is to symbolize the union of "two into one".
This sand version is not only beautiful and interesting but also more
appropriate for an outdoor setting and if you have other members of the family
you wish to incorporate ie; children. The ceremony is also an opportunity to
recognize those specific individuals who have played an instrumental role in
the couple’s lives. The sand ceremony can be personalized in many different
ways to fit the occasion. The ceremony usually takes place whilst exchanging
the couple’s vows.
After the Unity Sand Ceremony, the couple has a unique
keepsake to remember their wedding day.
Sand ceremonies can also be used for a naming ceremony.
The
Meaning of the Unity Sand Ceremony
The flowing sand and blending of the colours in the Unity Sand Ceremony
symbolize the bringing together of two lives into one. The two sands symbolize
everything that the bride and groom have been or will become in the future.
The blending of the sand represents the union not only of them but their
friends and families as well. The separate sands once poured into the unity
vase can never be put back into their separate vases. They are forever entwined
just as the lives and loves of the bride and groom.
Some couples prefer to leave a small amount of sand in their respective
container to show that even though they now function as one, they remain
individuals.
There are no set rules for the ceremony, you can adapt it to suit your own needs, one couple who purchased sands from us had every guest at their wedding pour in a small amount of sand into a glass container, they chose lots of different colours, other couples have left room at the top of the container to add their honeymoon sand and even a sand colour for future children.
There are many Unity wedding sand glass containers on the market, some can be very pricey, however if you are on a budget, many of the cheaper shops these days have lovely glass vases and containers and lots of wine and liqueurs have fancy bottles with caps too that you could use. Make a paper funnel for small brimmed bottle tops using your wedding stationery or choose a colour to match your theme.
Wedding Vow
Example
(Groom) and (Bride), you have just sealed your relationship
by the giving and receiving of rings and this covenant is a relationship pledge
between two people who agree that they will commit themselves to one another throughout
their lives. The most beautiful example of this partnership is the marriage
relationship.
You have committed here today to share the rest of your lives with each other.
Today, this relationship is symbolized through the pouring of these two containers of sand. One represents you
(Groom), all that you were, all that you are, and all that you will ever be.
The other, representing you (Bride), and all that you were, all that you are,
and all that you will ever be. As these two containers of sand are poured into
the third container, the individual containers of sand will no longer exist,
but will be joined together as one. Just as these grains of sand can never be
separated and poured again into the individual containers, so will your
marriage be.
For children:
“(Children’s name/s) your mother (and/or
father) and (name) love you very much, and want you to know that you are and
will always be a very important part of their lives. Will you please pour some
sand into this glass container along with your good wishes? That would mean so
much to them." (Parents then hug and kiss their children!)
The meaning of Colours and what they symbolise
Blue
Blue is a popular
colour that represents both sea and sky.
- Faith
- Wisdom
- Loyalty
- Truth
- Heaven
- Trust
- Friendship
Red
Another popular
colour, red is an intense and warm colour.
- Romance
- Love
- Passion
- Fire
- Blood
- Sensitivity
- Sexuality
Yellow
Yellow, the colour
of the sun and the thing that so many people love – sunshine.
- Happiness
- Joy
- Energy
- Intellect
- Creativity
- Freshness
Orange
Orange is a
combination of both yellow and red and therefore incorporates the passion and
energy of red with the happiness and joy of yellow.
- Adventure
- Creativity
- Excitement
- Desire
- Sexual Passion
- Pleasure
- Wisdom
- Wealth
Green
Green is the colour
of nature and is a colour we see all the time – whether at the office or
outside.
- Growth
- Harmony
- Fertility & Vitality
- Stability
- Endurance
- Hope
- Healing & Balance
- Peace
White
A common colour of
a Brides’s wedding dress.
- Purity
- Truth
- Innocence
- Protection
- Healing
- Cleanliness
Black
Black is a very
strong colour and can have negative or positive symbolisms.
- Despair
- Elegance
- Power
- Formality
- Sadness/mourning
Purple
Purple is a
combination of blue and red and is typically associated with royalty.
- Luxury
- Ambition
- Wisdom
- Dignity
- Creativity
- Magic
- Power
Pink
Pink is typically a
colour associated with women
- Appreciation and gratitude
- Happiness
- Admiration
- Unconditional Love
- Friendships
- Compassion and Harmony
Brown
Brown is the colour
of the earth.
- Friendship
- Homeliness
- Concentration
- Courage
- Energy
Coloured Sand is ideal for use in wedding unity sand ceremonies, naming ceremonies, candle and table decor
We can supply coloured sands. All of our sands are non-toxic and supplied in sealed plastic bags.
Price List for each individual sand colour, does not include postage please advise on your postcode and quantity required for a free shipping quote. Are you local to the Sunshine Coast? then please feel free to arrange an appointment to view our colours.
125ml / ½ cup $3.00
250ml / 1 cup $5.00
750ml/ 1kg/ approx 2 ½ cups $9.00
Colours available:
Natural white
Charcoal
Mixed Rainbow
Pale pink
Dark pink
Pale green
Pale blue
Bright blue
Bright orange
Pale orange
Bright green
Turquoise
Yellow
Red (not a bright striking red colour)
Lilac
Purple
We can also add glitter to your sand colour to give some sparkle!
We are happy to colour match for you if you have a specific colour theme.
Please note: When purchasing your coloured sands we recommend you buy your entire required amount at the same time to ensure colour match.
Email: fun@funandfunky-sandart.com or telephone 0466 533 233 for orders.
Please see our other blog post on Unity Wedding Sand bottle Kits which are available to purchase http://funandfunkysandart.blogspot.com.au/2014/01/unity-wedding-sand-kit-and-wedding-sands.html
Website http://www.funandfunky-sandart.com/character.html .
The Fun and Funky Sand Art gift pack makes a great present and they won't break the bank either...... they are the ideal craft present, not only do the kids have fun filling the sand bottle with different coloured sands they take personal pride and accomplishment with the finished product.
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