So whilst chatting with my lovely neighbours today we discussed a “love spoon” so this is a welsh tradition that has sadly died.

What is it?

A Lovespoon is a wooden spoon decoratively carved that was traditionally presented as a gift of romantic intent. The spoon is normally decorated with symbols of love, and was intended to reflect the skill of the carver. Due to the intricate designs, lovespoons are no longer used as functioning spoons and are now decorative craft items.

Welsh carved wooden lovespoon with hearts, lock and wheel. There are five design elements, three hearts which also form the bowl and the ring of the spoon. Between these are a wheel and a padlock.

So the man, or woman would literally have to carve this spoon before proposing.

This is just an example for the post but I would love to hear about your cultural traditions that have faded out.

I know we are a debate group but if possible can we focus on the good ones, there are many traditions I am glad we don’t have still but I wanted a nice discussion! Thank you 💕