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Chrystal and Matt’s Family Wedding

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

A Great Venue for an Intimate Family Wedding

Bendigo Botanical Gardens

A Family Wedding is a very special event! This gorgeous area of the Bendigo Botanical Gardens provided the back drop for Chrystal and Matt’s Family Wedding. The pond area was a lovely  feature behind the ceremony. The little ones enjoyed the ducks and searching for “dinosaurs”! Seating in the shelter was used by the guests who were then able to hear and see everything. It is a great option for a smaller, more intimate Family Wedding!

 

Children at Weddings

Children at weddings!!❤️❤️❤️

Matt and Chrystal’s wedding was a true family affair . Their  boys  had  roles of  carrying  the rings and a sign. They  were right up in the action to hear and see everything! At one stage, the whole family formed a circle holding hands! So cute!

Pledge to Children:

 Chrystal and Matt made a special pledge to the boys. They promised to care for and nurture them as long as they needed their parents!

Ritual: Sand Ceremony

Chrystal and Matt chose to include a Sand Ceremony into their Family Wedding. It provides a visual reminder of the family. Each family member poured a layer of different coloured sand into a jar. Something new and beautiful was created. Just like sand…this family would be difficult to separate! It is a perfect way to involve children in a wedding.

Ritual: Family Certificate

It is often asked whether anyone extra can sign the Wedding Certificate. Unfortunately, because this is a legal document, it is illegal for anyone but the couple, witnesses and the celebrant to write on it! But what I can do is create a Family Certificate that anyone can sign.  The children, bridal party, guests can all be included .And the bride can use her married name for the very first time!

Family Certificate This Family Certificate was created by the children for Chrystal and Matt’s Family Wedding.

What a wonderful memory for the whole family!!!

Celebrant: Vicki Coghill

Photos courtesy of Bec Gray- Bendigo Wedding Photographer

Secret Garden Wedding

Kayla and Harley’s Secret Garden Wedding

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

A secret garden wedding immediately appealed to Kayla and Harley! Kayla and Harley are the most lovely couple. They have already been together for twelve years and have two of the most delightful little daughters imaginable!

When we started chatting  Kayla  was very unsure about what style of wedding she wanted or where it could be held. She knew she wanted a very private, intimate ceremony with immediate family and a few of their closest friends but couldn’t think of anywhere that would suit. Thankfully, I was able to suggest the secret garden of Bishop’s Court Bed and Breakfast. I had been there before and knew just how private and romantic it could be! Even better is the fact that it is right in the heart of Bendigo and within walking distance of restaurants and accommodation. As a Bed and Breakfast , Bishop’s Court also provided accommodation for our couple during their dressing and overnight.

 

Style and inclusions for a Secret Garden Wedding...

Kayla described her idea as a cross between vintage and boho. We brainstormed some ways to make that happen.We decided to have a hand fasting in the boho/ traditional style.  Then we decided on some ways to include their little angels. I suggested that the girls were each given a role to pass the rings to mummy and daddy. They could also   “sign” a Family Certificate after the official signing.

I  found out after the ceremony that Kayla wore the same wedding dress that had been made by her grandmother for Kayla’s mother 40 years ago! What a beautiful honour! Kayla looked absolutely stunning and it was the perfect blend of vintage and modern styling!

It was a magical day at Bishop’s Court for Kayla and Haley’s secret garden wedding!

Celebrant: Vicki Coghill

Venue: Bishop’s Court Bed and Breakfast

Photographer: Christine Treacy Photography

Reception:The Rifle Brigade Hotel