Ring Warming Ritual Many couples choose to give and receive rings. It’s such a visible sign of a couple’s commitment to each other. Rings warmed by friends and family enriches this symbolism in a heartfelt and tangible way. The warming of the rings began as an Irish tradition which is now performed in wedding ceremonies all over the world. The rings are passed around the guests at some point in the ceremony and are warmed with well wishes, prayers and blessings for the couple’s future. It’s a great way of involving guests. More suitable for smaller weddings, as you would want the rings to be back in time!   Sand Ceremony The pouring of different coloured sands into one vessel at the ceremony is a very visual and meaningful ritual. Each person involved pours a layer of their sand into the vessel. This can be done with just the couple or may involve other chosen individuals such as children or other family members. The coloured layers in the sand stay separate symbolising their