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The original gay lovespoon

Cupid has been given a couple of extra arrows to put in his quiver. A variety of Welsh lovespoons have been created for gay and lesbian couples who want to make a loving gesture by giving their partner a token of their affection.

The ancient custom of carving and giving Welsh lovespoons dates back to the 17th century. Originally, they were made by young men as a token of their love and affection for their girlfriends.

All living traditions need to evolve. This is a natural progression for the welsh lovespoon to be directed at same sex couples.

These new welsh lovespoons are available in a variety of styles, are all hand made and all have two entwined gender symbols to denote the gay and lesbian versions.

• Great way for lesbian and gay partners to celebrate their union
• Delightful unique memento <
• Fantastic way of recognising gay couples and their relationships
• Launch Town - Llangollen
• An original Welsh product

The idea was inspired by the remarkable and fascinating story of the 'Ladies of Llangollen' who are revered as icons for the gay community.

Lady Eleanor Butler and Miss Sarah Ponsonby were two aristocratic women of Anglo-Irish descent who scandalised contemporary society when in 1778 they decided to elope in order to set up a home and a new life together at a house called 'Plas Newydd' in Llangollen.

Llangollen is the ideal birthplace for the new lovespoons as the town is home to the 'International Musical Eisteddfod'.This event continues to foster love and understanding between countries from around the world.