Jan’s Journal

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A corner of Iris & Sun Ceremonies for ideas, stories, things I’m learning and thoughtful ways to celebrate, honour and mark the moments that matter.

Have a nosy, take what speaks to you and hopefully find a wee spark of inspiration along the way.

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Celebrant ceremonies in Scotland and beyond

Have something to celebrate, honour or mark? Let’s make a ceremony of it!

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Weddings & elopements

The ceremony is the heart and soul of your wedding. Together, we’ll create a ceremony that reflects your relationship, your people and the way you want the moment to feel.

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Vow renewals

A space to honour the life you’ve built since your first promises. The joy, the ordinary days, the unexpected twists and turns and all the ways you’ve kept choosing each other.

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Life’s a Gift ceremonies

I don’t believe ceremony should be reserved for traditional milestones.

Graduations, birthdays, retirement, friendship, recovery, reunions, new beginnings, a beloved pet or simply a chapter of life that deserves to be acknowledged.

If it matters to you, the people you love or your community, let’s celebrate it!

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Naming & adoption ceremonies

A lovely way to celebrate your child's name, honour your family's  story or mark a special new chapter together. A heartfelt celebration of love, belonging and the community who will be there to support your child as they grow.

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Renaming & gender-affirming ceremonies

A joyful way to honour someone stepping into a name and identity that feels truly their own, surrounded by the people who see, love and celebrate them.

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