Victoria Allison is a full-time jewelry designer in the Bay Area. She gets really excited about craft projects, food festivals, vintage trinkets and small details. She loves spending time with her husband and their dog, Butters.
Frank and I met at a concert in Boston in the spring of 2004 – he was a stagehand, and I was shooting photos for a music blog. His crew teased him while they watched us exchange numbers; little did they know that ten years later they would witness us say “I do.”
Today Frank and I live in California, but many of our friends and family are on the East Coast, so we chose to be married at my parents’ home in New Hampshire. Our vision was to celebrate with our families – kids and pets included – at a fun and beautiful backyard brunch reception. Planning a wedding from across the country was challenging, but we pulled it together with help from our amazing loved ones.

Our color palette was inspired by the purple and green hues of an artichoke. I designed our invitations with these colors in mind and the rest of the elements evolved from there. Our style united modern concepts with romantic vintage accents, which is a reflection of both of our personalities.
One of the biggest projects leading up to the wedding was my gown, which I made myself. The entire process took about seven months and involved draping fabric silhouettes on my dress form, making patterns, and sewing the dress out of ivory silk taffeta and vintage glass buttons from Kansas Kards Studio. I chose an A-line cut because I was inspired by mid-century dresses, but I also included contemporary details like an oversized flounce and a sweetheart neckline with curved trim. As a finishing touch, I embroidered our initials and wedding date inside the gown’s hem.

I also created accessories for our wedding party: personalized locket necklaces, ribbon boutonnieres, silk flower hair pieces, and corsages that incorporated leftover material from my gown. My friend Allison from Bishop & Craig whipped up an olive green bow tie for my nephew, and I converted a vintage purple bow tie into a collar for Butters. To keep warm, I wore custom-knit boleros from White Fashion – ivory for the ceremony and olive green for the reception.
Frank’s wedding ring and cuff links were passed down from his late grandfather, Francis. We purchased my antique engagement ring from Gold Adore, as well as a custom wedding band from Jeweler on the Roof. My mother loaned me a special pair of earrings to wear, and my sister Amity arranged our bouquets using peonies from a local farm stand and lilacs — New Hampshire’s state flower — from a family friend’s backyard.

We held the ceremony in front of the garden, next to a bamboo arbor that Frank had constructed. As the string quartet played “Here Comes the Sun,” our flower girls tossed dried rose petals from Starlight Room and presented our rings in a clay ring holder I’d made. As if on cue, the sun peeked through the clouds just before our vows.

After the ceremony, everyone gathered around rows of farm tables propped with burlap runners and nearly 100 vintage and recycled glass bottles that we’d cleaned and painted in a variety of purple hues. We also added paper-cut table numbers and bottles of homemade vanilla extract, which doubled as favors and seating assignments. The head tables featured vintage goblets from R and C Vintiques, as well as crepe paper rosette pomanders that I made.
The string quartet played pop and rock songs while guests stuffed themselves with DIY homemade waffles. Then it was time to cut the cake and reveal the main attraction: a gigantic, cupcake-adorned chandelier that Frank designed and fabricated.

Post-reception, Frank and I visited the renowned local ice cream shop and shared an enormous banana split, and followed it up with a stroll through a nearby field to catch the dramatic evening skies — and savor the sweetness of our day.
All photographs by Sarah Jayne Photography.
177 comments
Mary Beth from marybethhale said 6 years ago
LOVE the last two photos! what a charming sweet wedding day!
ClassicMemories from ClassicMemories said 6 years ago
That cake looks good.
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Thank you so much for letting me share our story! :)
SimpleTraditions from SimpleTraditions said 6 years ago
So sweet! Thanks for sharing your special day!!! We wish you the best:)
MJ Toops from WetDesertVintage said 6 years ago
What a beautiful wedding! The purple and green artichoke hued colors are my favorite :) I'm blown away by the attention to detail for this wedding. Particularly, a bride making her own dress!!
Erika Kelly from PortlandApronCompany said 6 years ago
Everything about this is BEAUTIFUL! I LOVE your dress! I have a feeling you may have some inquiries coming your way :-) And way to break the mold and hold a brunch reception, what a great idea. Congratulations!!
Maria B. from TheNorthWayStudio said 6 years ago
What a stunning wedding--and bride! I am absolutely in love with the color scheme. Oh, and those little pups aren't too shabby either! Wishing you many, many years of happiness and love!
belmonte said 6 years ago
So beautiful!!!! I love the bride's dress and the tablescape with the purple hues. And I love the little white dog with his side bowtie!!!!
Susan Jizba from TheWeaverOfWords said 6 years ago
Wow. What an Amazing wedding!!! I love your Gorgeous Photos and your Amazing Dress!!!! And the photos of the 3 dogs is beyond ADORABLE! Wishing you much Laughter, Love and Happiness!!!
Terry from Parachute425 said 6 years ago
Looks perfect! Congrats. Thanks for sharing.
Natalia Snemis from expressyourself said 6 years ago
Very nice cake :O)
amelia from inameliart said 6 years ago
The dogs are the best:-))I wish that mine wasn't at my wedding Congrats!!
Joelle Weber from PageFree said 6 years ago
My goodness girl! You sure seem like a craft wizard with all of those items you made yourself! Our wedding isn't until September 28, 2015, but I'm already starting to think about which items I want to make! Thanks for the fun read!
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Thank you, all! Frank's cousin Annie made our cake (from a chocolate cake recipe my dad used to make on my birthday,) and all of our cupcakes. They were delicious! We took some to-go. :) Butters and his doggie cousins Woofie and Harley were fantastic wedding guests!
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Joelle, I'll be posting tutorials for some of these projects on my blog. If you need inspiration or want to chat wedding stuff, feel free to get in touch. :)
Nerrissa W from RecycledWares said 6 years ago
I love the colors and the way the tables were decorated. Rustic and elegant and the same time.
Megan from MegansMenagerie said 6 years ago
Absolutely beautiful! Congratulations!
rosesandlemons from rosesandlemons said 6 years ago
lovely! Congratulations!
Amanda Gynther from CafePrimrose said 6 years ago
Congratulations! :)
CatchMeStudio from CatchMeStudio said 6 years ago
Love the cake. Congrats!
Valarie from PoofPromo said 6 years ago
Great, thanks for the share!
SueVaun Allison from LizzyDeane said 6 years ago
That dress is truly beautiful.
BridalEnchantment from BridalEnchantment said 6 years ago
A beautiful day!
Thom Aten from Circa810 said 6 years ago
Stunning and beautiful. Looks like it was a very special day! Congrats
Marla and Jason from TheLettery said 6 years ago
I love the color scheme, beautiful!
Melinda from SeaArtbyMelinda said 6 years ago
Beautiful wedding! Everything looks perfect. Congrats! :)
andapaige from andapaige said 6 years ago
adorable. this is my vision in my head brought to life. I've always loved that color scheme. Beautiful wedding.
lunacattu from LunaCattu said 6 years ago
wonderful wedding. The pic with dogs are awesome!
pettiskim from EboniePearl said 6 years ago
amazing!
Adrienne from DabAndDabble said 6 years ago
Love the purple pop of color, goes well with the lush green and shades of white. Lovely and Romantic!
Alison from TOUTOUgarden said 6 years ago
Bravo on the dress! It's gorgeous! I made my own dress as well but it looks like a craft project next to yours. And love the shrug too. And everything else! Beautiful. Makes me want to get married again!
Rhonda Stubbs from RhondaCorner said 6 years ago
Your story was lovely. Thank you for sharing.
Xiu Li from Bridalize said 6 years ago
Awww, that so beautiful. Congrats!
Cristy Ramos from ArtisanBathandBody said 6 years ago
Oh my goodness, super fabulous! Thanks for sharing, your photos and story are so inspirational! Congratulations!! Blessings and Love!! ~Cristy
Cutie Expressions from CutieExpressions said 6 years ago
Beautiful pictures and great ideas! thanks for sharing.
Wood Iphone Cases from WoodiPhoneCases said 6 years ago
Congrats, cool jewelry by the way
Holly Tomlinson from GreyCricketStudios said 6 years ago
Such a beautiful wedding! Love the setting and your decor!
Katyooshjewelry jewelry from Kattyoosh said 6 years ago
stunning wedding and bride! I thanks for sharing.
D'Marie Trevino from DMarieTrevinoDesign said 6 years ago
Just gorgeous! Beautiful Bride and Groom! I love, love the Green shrug!! Makes my Irish heart sing!
Laura Stark from laurastark said 6 years ago
Gorgeous dress!!!
Beth from BeppieandEido said 6 years ago
Wonderful!
Emily Elizabeth from EEartstudio said 6 years ago
Oh how adorable!!! So Lovely!
Erica from BrazedBrand said 6 years ago
sooooo sweeeeeeettttt!!! congrats!
Aristocrafts from Aristocrafts said 6 years ago
Your dress looks absolutely couture, congratulations! I also love the DIY waffles idea, just delicious! Congratulations to you both on your marriage and on your beautiful wedding :)!
anna e from hugawillowtree said 6 years ago
That dress is straight up amazing. Right off I thought, "Where'd she get that dress?" and YOU made it?!? Amazing. And you should be a designer. Seriously. I'm crazy impressed.
anna e from hugawillowtree said 6 years ago
Awe. And you live across the bridge from us. That makes you extra cool! SF here!
aimee from tinywildwood said 6 years ago
lovely and fun!! congrats!
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Many thanks for the lovely comments! Anna E, hello from across the bridge! :) I went to FIDM for fashion design - I've made myself a few garments, but the gown was definitely a new challenge. (My first floor length garment, for starters!) I wanted to blog about the process but decided not to, as I didn't want my husband to accidentally see the dress before the wedding. I'll be writing about it at some point in the near future, though!
Nancy Campbell from SoulRole said 6 years ago
Such a gorgeous wedding!I especially love that last photo..reminds me of the rolling hills in Hawaii.Congratulations and many blessings !
Stacey McCaffrey from vintagejane said 6 years ago
Beautiful!
Jan Sullivan from ForeverBouquet said 6 years ago
I love all of your personal touches. I know how time consuming making everything by hand can be ..... But the work is so worth it .... as reflected in your Beautiful Wedding Day. Wishing you all the Best and a lifetime of Happiness!
Becky from TheSingingBird said 6 years ago
Your great happiness, and handmade gown, are so beautiful to see. Congratulations!
byjodi from byjodi said 6 years ago
What an incredible wedding!! You are so talented!!
Crystal from Crystalsidyll said 6 years ago
Congratulations. I love to see pictures of happy weddings, and you both look very happy.
KarinLorenc from KarinLorenc said 6 years ago
Weddings should be fun. Well done!
Manjit Perry from PachamamaLove said 6 years ago
What a beautiful cake -:)) congradulations on your wedding. Fantastic!
Julie and Jade Station from JulieandJadeVintage said 6 years ago
Wow, love everything you created and put together! Much happiness to both of you ♥
Lenny Mud from LennyMud said 6 years ago
Beautiful wedding! Wishing you both many years of happiness!
Nina SUN from NINABOXjewelry said 6 years ago
Gorgeous!!!!!!
Lynda from TLCLyn said 6 years ago
Beautiful. Simply beautiful. Thank you for taking us along on your very special and incredible day. Congratulations!
Elizabeth Anne Hin said 6 years ago
You are as a blossoming flower, so lovely, clear and precious, what a splendid wedding.
Kim Opoku-Ansah from StitchLightly said 6 years ago
Beautiful!
Durango Alpine Realty said 6 years ago
Many Congratulations! Sweet life story full of charming vintage details!! :-)
Furry Tale Couture from FurryTaleCouture said 6 years ago
Absolutely wonderful! Thank you for sharing your beautiful day. You did an amazing job with everything. All the best to you always.
Sara from UrbanFarmhouseTampa said 6 years ago
Lovely color choices with the purple. Your invitations are beautiful and I love that you made your dress! Congratulations.
Megan Cichorz from ScrappySeahorse said 6 years ago
Love everything about this. one question....how did the traffic flow for 75 people cooking their own waffles? Thinking of doing this for my daughters reception.
Danielle from ShopPaperGarden said 6 years ago
What a beautiful wedding! And you made your own dress?? Too cool!
kathy johnson from ShoeClipsOnly said 6 years ago
So pretty! Thanks for sharing!!
Kathy Johnson from kathyjohnson3 said 6 years ago
Congratulations on your wedding, beautifully done!!
Céline Lafargue from LejardindeCeline said 6 years ago
This is very heart warming <3 Congratulations to you both !
Elisa from FleurDeLisArtGlass said 6 years ago
So sweet and relaxed- this is what it's all about!
Deb Vasbinder from BabyCuteBaby said 6 years ago
Absolutely Stunning! Thanks for sharing your special day with everyone and Congrats to you both - what a darling couple!
Christine D from JewelsHandmadeForYou said 6 years ago
Simply Stunning! Beautiful Photography as well! Thank you for sharing your special day with us. Wishing you both many, many years of health and happiness!
accentonvintage from accentonvintage said 6 years ago
A beautiful and meaningful day! Congrats!
Natalia Snemis from expressyourself said 6 years ago
Congrats on your wedding!
Brenda and Noodle from PetBlessings said 6 years ago
Lovely story, Victoria. You look so happy and the photos are wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
Aga from AgasJourney said 6 years ago
Thank you for sharing your beautiful story. Huge congrats and best wishes to you both!
Lilladesigns from LillaDesigns said 6 years ago
Thank you for sharing the photos of this wonderful event!! Well done, in style!
kidsdressess from kidsdressess said 6 years ago
I am inspired! Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us!
Amanda Fortier from MandaleighDesigns said 6 years ago
What a lovely day! You and your husband both showed creativity and excellent craftsmanship. Congratulations and Best wishes for a Blessed Marriage!!!
Deanna from EmeraldCut said 6 years ago
Love this DIY wedding post! The rustic, vintage handmade details are so intricate and thoughtful--and I especially enjoyed reading how the bride and groom's love for vintage items were incorporated into the wedding. So unique and lovely. Congratulations!
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Many thanks! We had so much fun planning, creating, and celebrating. :)
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Deanna, we also had a row of vintage milk glass pieces (vases, bowls, etc) along the head table, as a contrast to the painted bottles on the head tables. They were so pretty! You can see a couple of them on the image with the white and purple bouquet.
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Megan C., I will send you a convo about the waffles set-up!
Janice Bailor from laruedefleurs said 6 years ago
Thanks for sharing your gorgeous day! In a time of over-done weddings, I think others will find this one inspiring in its down-home simplicity. And your dress is amazing! I can't believe you did that yourself!! Congrats on all!
Leda Design from LedaDesign said 6 years ago
Your dress is wonderful! Congratulations!
AGORAA from AGORAA said 6 years ago
So sweet! Thanks for sharing!
krichgruber said 6 years ago
Oh, how I love a good romance with a happy ending. I teared up when you said you embroidered your initials in the hem of your gown. I could have done mine with hearts and forget-me-note in my purchased gown--a personal touch. I'm in my 38th year of a happy marriage--wishing you the same enduring joy.
Jill from JILLreDESIGNS said 6 years ago
Such a lovely wedding, thanks for sharing it! I'll have to show this to my future daughter-in-law. She wants a simpler wedding and I think she'll find your's inspiring.
Avianti Jewelry from AviantiJewelry said 6 years ago
Wow! Your wedding gown is beautiful!!! How long did that take? Gorgeous!!
thedelhistore from theDelhiStore said 6 years ago
What a sweet couple and lovely wedding! Congratulations to both of you!
Soozie from SoozieStyle said 6 years ago
Talk about a creative duo--very impressive. I love the last picture of the two of you in the field and the canine trio. Very important to have the four leggeds involved. Blessings for many years of wedded bliss!
Vanessa Prieto from BlueCopperJewelry said 6 years ago
What a beautiful wedding!! I love all the special touches you added. And your dress... Gorgeous!!! I especially love how you utilized other Etsy sellers to make your big day special. Thank you so much for sharing your story. May you live with happiness and joy! <3
Paige Pitcher from TheBlackTurtle said 6 years ago
I have a friend who is newly engaged, and I think she would love this kind of a wedding. Very nice, indeed. I will keep it in mind if I ever get another chance to have a wedding, myself.
kat ramsland said 6 years ago
Ok, that dress is simply amazing
Michelle White from SPARKLESandSASS said 6 years ago
This wedding made me smile :) Gorgeous & Sweet!
Sukran Kirtis from SukranKirtisJewelry said 6 years ago
I loved the idea of color palette of artichoke...very attractive color combination to decorate...so great to see the dogs were part of this gorgeous ceremony as well..Beautiful details to create an amazing handmade wedding..Congratulations...
Nancy from GoldenDaysDesigns said 6 years ago
What a beautiful wedding! Wonderful job on your dress, and I love the green bolero. Congrats!
Amber Yoo from MantisMayhem said 6 years ago
Beautiful dress, love the artichoke color scheme!
zamarut jewel from ZamarutJewel said 6 years ago
Has so much fun reading the articles and going through the pictures! So fresh and delightful!
Allofyou from Allofyou said 6 years ago
I love to see a truly truly happy couple. Thank you for allowing me a pep on the other side of the planning process. Gorgeous pics. Live A Long and Healthy Life Together.
Bangkokpants Pants from bangkokpants said 6 years ago
Wonderful dress
J.J. Maslin from Twopeasinapod123 said 6 years ago
I love weddings! Everyone looks so happy! :)
Cindy Roth from chrdesigns said 6 years ago
Love all of your special touches and especially love your dress! Congrats!
Dorottya from SenoritaJoya said 6 years ago
lovely! love the color combo!!! :)
Denise Vining from kadydesigns said 6 years ago
Simply beautiful!!! I love the colors and the attention to detail. So sweet and simple. Congratulations to you both!!!
Kim from PaperTraits said 6 years ago
Handmade elegance! These glimpses into your special day really made me feel I as if I were there - I can still smell the flowers and feel the rain! Cheers!
Katie Anne from MiddleCoast said 6 years ago
Congrats! Everything is so beautiful! I especially love the waffles and olive green ballerina sweater :)
Dee Dorothy Miller from CreatorsHandwork said 6 years ago
SOOOoo lovely! And your story, so dreamy, too. It's probably too late but you might check out my store in case you still have florals from your wedding. I do forever keepsakes, perfect for weddings. CreatorsHandwork Or you may have a friend who's engaged... Congratulations again, have a wonderful life!
Khalid Hamid from SteampunkJourney said 6 years ago
Congratulations! Everything seems so perfect. Thank you for sharing.
Ann Kadar from TeeAnnDesigns said 6 years ago
So neat that your wedding has such attention to detail, and that everything had meaning. SO clear that it was a special special day, and you guys took it very seriously, while still having tons of fun! Many happy years together!!!!
Lana Cotter from lanacotter said 6 years ago
swoon
Donna Kimmons from LadybugBowShop said 6 years ago
I love that you used your creativity to make your wedding so unique and personal. I can tell you enjoyed every second of it! Your photos tell a beautiful story. Thanks so much for sharing!
aSouthernHug from aSouthernHug said 6 years ago
What a perfect wedding!
fiordalis from fiordalis said 6 years ago
Perfectly beautiful! Congratulations... I love your dress.
Angela from AngelasAntics said 6 years ago
I love the mix of colors (especially the green), the rustic tables and your creative spirit that definitely left its mark on your special day. Congrats!!!!!
studiostargoose from studiostargoose said 6 years ago
I love your wedding! The colour scheme is gorgeous with the backdrop of the trees.. and even the rain! And the table decoration is really inspirational.. Congratulations!! :-)
Matejka Max from NattyMatty said 6 years ago
Wonderful! All the best!!!
Mishell Korpilla from MyNameIsBlissMKArt said 6 years ago
Everything looks so beautiful! I love that your wore a sweater over your gown.
Motleycouture from Motleycouture said 6 years ago
So refreshing to see such a beautiful, sincere wedding! Congratulations! Love the invitations and the cake!
Marianne from CabinClareVintage said 6 years ago
I am planning my own wedding right now, and I'm very inspired. Thank you.
Tracy from happygotype said 6 years ago
pretty, pretty, pretty all around. Congrats to you both.
Tania Persechino from TaniaMariasPlace said 6 years ago
Lovely dress, lovely wedding !!!
Shop Ukrainian national clothes from shopUNC said 6 years ago
Give warmth people. Well done
Gabi and Einav from shtaim said 6 years ago
Loved the wedding site -so pastoral and beautiful! And also loved the dogs :) Wish you a life as green and beautiful as your wedding day!
Jennifer Presler from IlluminativeHarvest said 6 years ago
Very beautiful and simple!
Leah Croft from PureJoyVintage said 6 years ago
You two look sweet on each other! Congratulations to you both. Thank you for letting me share your story.
Renata and Jonathan from RenataandJonathan said 6 years ago
Sweet and charming! Congrats :)
Dorota Popiel from 50shadesknittingXO said 6 years ago
Wow - so beautiful - I wish I was invited :). I love the glass bottles on tables, great idea. Congratulations on your marriage!
Susan Wagner from beachbabyblues said 6 years ago
~ This is so inspirational ~ Your LOVE really shines through in the story and photos ~ The last photo is ADORABLE ! Looks like it was a fun and unique celebration ! CONGRATS and many blessings to you both !!
Katrina Balling from ballandchain said 6 years ago
gorgeous!
Georgiana Archer from GeorgianaArcherStdio said 6 years ago
Love it. Beautiful couple, gorgeous family, stunning wedding. So natural and real :) I wish you a long and happy life together xx
romanticflowers from romanticflowers said 6 years ago
Beautiful. You did an amazing job on your dress..
Shine516 from Shine516 said 6 years ago
I absolutely love your dress!
Cameron Grimm from EatYourVegTees said 6 years ago
Wow! This is stunning!
Christine from WartpiggyDesigns said 6 years ago
Lovely! And did you manage to finish the banana split?
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Thank you!!
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Christine - we just about did! :)
Ellen from SterlingWholesale said 6 years ago
Best wishes to you! So much more meaningful if you can craft the items yourself. You're so talented. Love the gown!
Katie Porterfield from flowersnstars said 6 years ago
Such a lovely wedding!! Your dress is absolutely beautiful!! Congrats!
Sarah Graves said 6 years ago
We were so happy to be there!!!!!
Szandra Sitku from InspiredColours said 6 years ago
You are beautiful!!! Congratulations! :) The dogs are sweets and the flowers and colours were just perfect! :)
goatpro said 6 years ago
Btw instead of dogs at their wedding, they had goats bleating through the fence during their vows! It was hilarious and took some of the tension but not the sincerity away.
annberry1 said 6 years ago
Lovely and unexpected! Those touches made a unique to you wedding. Best wishes in the coming years:) P.S. Your dress is stunning!
Jenna Keller from LoveJennaK said 6 years ago
I love everything about this. So many small details that came together perfectly for a classy & comfortable atmosphere.
WeeBindery from WeeBindery said 6 years ago
What a beautiful wedding! Blessings to you for a beautiful future together!
Sharon Weaver from msw2011 said 6 years ago
Loved your ideas. Everything was just beautiful. The dress gorgeous. Best of luck to you and your husband
Fishcouple from fishcouple said 6 years ago
Very talented! Beautiful wedding! All the best!
Trudy Sydney from Prettyagedthings said 6 years ago
I'm blown away, the simplicity yet so sophisticated wedding. Truly down to earth with natural beauties, very different and elegant.God bless you guys!
Judy Li from Cufflinkstyle said 6 years ago
Awesome :-)
Kim Brooks from kimberleeannPrims said 6 years ago
what a beautiful outdoor wedding! congratulations!
Anastasia from percivalroad said 6 years ago
so sweet!!! Congratulations!
Katrina Dzerkale from Dominna said 6 years ago
Amazing :)
Virginia Berno said 6 years ago
To be really honest, I first looked at your story because I was curious about the Colors from an Artichoke theme. I was quite skeptical about that combo. WOW! I could not have been more wrong! The colors are stunning together. So natural, full of depth & texture and interesting without screaming for attention. Every detail was lovely and seemed to be a happy reflection of the two of you! I felt like I knew you a little bit by the time I'd read the article and genuinely wished you tons & tons of days as happy as your wedding day. My daughter is getting married in May. She/we very much would like the day to reflect them and be happy & fun. Much the feeling you had. Do you have a piece of advice you would offer to a bride (and maybe her mother!) about how to achieve that in a way that leaves you ready to enjoy the day as much as you seemed to? Thank you! May your marriage be a blessing to you and those around you! Thank you so much for sharing your day with us. Virginia
Victoria from VictoriaCampAllison said 6 years ago
Virginia, I loved reading your note, thank you! My best advice would be to have her and her fiance sit down and talk (and take notes!) about what is most important to them for their wedding day. Of course, the day is about being joined in marriage, but there are likely things that would be special or meaningful for each of them or that they really want to include...anything from the size of the wedding, to the location and time of day, and of course the ceremony as well. (Frank and I planted a Lupine in the garden as part of our ceremony!) Once they've established what is most valuable to them, they should have a great starting point to build from. I kept a folder on my computer with pictures, text files/notes, and spreadsheets (for budgeting) so that we were organized throughout the process, which helps relieve stress. In regards to advice for mother-of-the-bride...I'm sure you will make your daughter very happy as long as she knows you are listening to her and providing support/advice when needed, and just remember.. traditions can be broken! We kept the ones that mattered to us, and ditched the ones that didn't. When all is said and done, the only thing that needs to happen that day is that they get married.. all the rest is just a happy extra. :)
Linda from bitsokits said 6 years ago
My daughter is getting married in five weeks....she has also done a lot of DIY things for the decor, but bought her dress....it is also outdoors, and i think a waffle bar is such a fun and different idea! who doesn't love waffles???
Rada Danilovic from RadArtaDesign said 6 years ago
I love your story!
Sujata from TreasuredMemoryLane said 6 years ago
So sweet story. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful outdoor wedding venue! Congratulations!
Camelot Vintage from camelotvintage said 6 years ago
I just love your story!! Such beautiful pictures.. Congratulations. Oh.. the bow ties are to cute.
Simone Hewitt from IslandInvites said 6 years ago
Beautifully chic
Katie Baker from GracefulAndElegant said 6 years ago
Thank you for such a lovely story. I love all of the handmade items. It reminds me so much of my own wedding day where we did as much of the items as we could ourselves
Fallsvale Crochet from FallsvaleCrochet said 6 years ago
I loved your cake and wedding dress! Congratulations on being MR.&MRS'!!
Laura from weddingbridaldecor said 6 years ago
Congrads, the pictures were beautiful.
Laura from weddingbridaldecor said 6 years ago
congrads, pictures are beautiful
YZfashionbridal Inc from YZFashionBridal said 6 years ago
Lovely wedding dresses!
Mandy Spivey from TastefullyMismatched said 6 years ago
Your dress is AMAZING!
FrenchPaperMoon Gelman from FrenchPaperMoon said 6 years ago
Magical wedding day! Congratulations
J Thompson from ForgetMeNotandCo said 6 years ago
Simple but beautiful! https://www.etsy.com/shop/ForgetMeNotandCo
Amber from BambuEarth said 6 years ago
Love everything about the tables! The chairs, the jars, the colors, everything!
Haley Register said 6 years ago
please tell me where I can find this dress!!
Martha Layton Smith from opendoorstudio said 6 years ago
very special and unique all around. congratulations
Morgan from MOgorgeous said 6 years ago
I love the layers in your dress! Very unique. Great decorating!
Basma Romantic Jewelry from BasmaRomanticJewelry said 6 years ago
Beautiful and Simple, Lovely Wedding .... I love your dress , the colors, everything in it... congratulations:)
Pet Packs from PetPacks said 6 years ago
Great Day! The photos are wonderful. My favorite is the last one-it tells the whole story. Congratulations :)
UNEMPLOYED Custom Orders Wanted USA Made Superhero Cufflinks Wedding Jewelry from boloties said 5 years ago
Beautiful pictures! Congratulations!
Sukran Kirtis from SukranKirtisJewelry said 4 years ago
beautiful shabby chic look on details
Krzysztof Orłowski said 100 days ago
Wonderful wedding!