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Photo courtesy of Stephanie Luxton Photography Before you book your venue you are going to want to make sure you have someone to write and perform your ceremony, who is also available on your day. I have had couples messaging me from the meeting with the venue manager before booking to make sure all the… Continue reading Things Your Wedding Officiant Will Want to Know

As things open up more and more in Ontario it's time to look ahead to all the wedding shows! Traditionally they are held in September and January or February so keep an eye out for them popping up at your local venues in the new year - fingers crossed! It's a great day out with… Continue reading 9 Tips for Navigating an Upcoming Wedding Show

Julie and Glenn spent most of 2020 wondering if they would be able to get married in anything more than a tiny ceremony with just a few people. Fortunately the restrictions eased up in time for them to get married in their favourite spot with their favourite people! Introducing...the Bowmanville Rotary Gazebo! Wahay! This is… Continue reading Julie & Glenn – October 3, 2020

The ceremony is arguably the most special part of your entire wedding day, it’s the moment you commit to your partner for the rest of your lives. This is what we are all here for right? The best part is you can make it all your own – a memory you and your partner will… Continue reading Beautiful Wedding Ceremony Traditions to Consider for Your Day

Oh 2020....you really made us see what we are made of! Susie and Gary made lemonade and turned their garden into the cutest little wedding paradise! With their skills and talents they turned what might have been a lovely, yet dare we say 'boring' affair, into the sweetest wedding day that we all oohed and… Continue reading Susie & Gary – September 22, 2020

You’ve got your wedding checklist and you’re ready to dive into the planning process. Before you get into all of the details though, you want to make sure that you’re approaching this the right way. Whether you are choosing to plan this alone, with your spouse, your entire family or just a wedding planner, there… Continue reading 7 Things You Should Know Before You Start the Wedding Planning Process

When Christina and Cody got in touch with me about their Gatsby themed wedding I could barely contain my excitement! With last year the kickoff to the Roaring 20s this was the perfect way to celebrate these 20s, and the 1920s!The décor details were out of this world and I was blown away at their… Continue reading Christina & Cody – September 19, 2020

It’s difficult to even imagine a wedding without florals. Fresh flowers are a large part of nearly all wedding décor - it’s a gorgeous, fragrant way to incorporate your wedding colors and beautify your venue. Flowers are certainly not the only way to decorate your ceremony and reception. As you’re planning out your wedding décor,… Continue reading Beyond the Florals: Unconventional Wedding Décor Ideas

On a gorgeous autumn day in Bowmanville, Michelle and Connor said I DO and took the big leap into Marriage! Of course they had to work around all of the restrictions and rule but I think they did a terrific job of making their wedding meaningful and memorable! Michelle's parents have a beautiful property in… Continue reading Michelle & Connor – September 26, 2020

Photo stolen from Ember Studios but I know they won't mind because Austin is who I often recommend when a couple needs help choosing a photographer for their wedding! Trust is the key ingredient to any relationship and this is true for the relationship you have with your wedding photographer. There's a reason you chose… Continue reading 5 Things You Should Trust Your Wedding Photographer With