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Chrystal and Matt’s Family Wedding

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

Venue: Bendigo Botanical Gardens

The gorgeous pavilion area of the Bendigo Botanical Gardens provided the back drop for Chrystal and Matt’s wedding. The pond area was a lovely water feature behind the ceremony and the little ones enjoyed the ducks and searching for “dinosaurs”! Seating in the pavilions was used by the guests who were able to hear and see everything.

Children at weddings!!❤️❤️❤️

Matt and Chrystal’s wedding was a true family affair . The boys not only had roles of ring bearer and carrying a sign but were right up in the action to hear and see everything! A special pledge was made to the boys by Chrystal and Matt promising to care for and nurture them as long as they needed.

Sand Ceremony:

Chrystal and Matt chose to incorporate a Sand Ceremony to provide a visual representation of the family. Each family member poured a layer of different coloured sand into a jar. Something new and beautiful was created and just like sand…this family would be difficult to separate!

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 officiant to write on it! But what I can do is create a Family Certificate that anyone can sign…children, bridal party, guests can all be included…and the bride can use her married name for the very first time!

What a wonderful memory for the whole family!!!

Photos courtesy of Bec Gray- Bendigo Wedding Photographer#littleredrobinphotography #includingchildreninyourwedding#familyfun#weddingday#bendigowedding#bendigoweddings#marriedinbendigo#bendigocelebrants#love#weddinginspiertificateration

Rachel and Corey’s Country Wedding

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

Corey and Rachel planned their wedding for February 1st 2020 thinking that it might be 44 degrees but they could cope with that! Little did they expect that instead they would be hit with thunderstorms, torrential rain and even hail!

However, our gorgeous, but equally practical, couple had a plan for every eventuality! 

The afternoon before was hot and dusty and, when the forecast looked threatening Rachel and Corey discussed their Plan A and Plan B. I was overjoyed to find an outdoor area set up with archway etc but also an inside area with a plain white wall. Wine barrels, hay bales and florals were able to be moved between locations as the weather dictated. AND WERE WE GLAD!!!

Ten minutes before the ceremony the sky darkened and the rain fell in sheets in the distance. The quick thinking groom and guests ran out and hauled the decorations and seats inside and the guests gathered out of the weather! Corey was soaked but a quick change of his shirt saved the day!

The weather cleared long enough for the beautiful bride and their equally beautiful daughter Indie, to make their way down the aisle accompanied by Rachel’s proud dad. 

The ceremony  venue was humid (my hair suffered badly) but nothing could detract from the love, emotion and pure beauty of the occasion. 

Congratulations Mr and Mrs Sharp! 

 

 

Ebony and Simon

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

An unusual love story...

Ebony and Simon share an unusual passion for young people…lawn bowls! It is becoming a more popular pasttime for the younger generation and it is very important to these two…

They met during a lawn bowls tournament.

They initially started chatting about lawn bowls.

Lawn bowls gave them the opportunity to keep meeting.

Simon proposed on the balcony of a lawn bowls club.

Simon works as a greenskeeper.

The wedding day

After stormy weather the day before Ebony and Simon were lucky to have a near perfect day! Simon looked handsome in his navy attire and, although a little nervous he enjoyed chatting with family and friends as he awaited the arrival of his bride.

The first to arrive were a very cute trio…little Allira was escorted  by her two older cousins as page boys.  They held tightly to a hand each which was probably a good idea as Allira had enjoyed exploring the vast gardens during the rehearsal .

Ebony looked stunning in her gorgeous gown as she arrived on the arm of her proud dad. The picture she made was enough to bring a tear to Simon’s eye.

Just as we started the ceremony a strong breeze began to blow Ebony’s veil all over the place. I put my hand out to brush it back and the whole lot came off in my hand. Thankfully Leah came to the rescue and a crisis was averted! Ebony just laughed…she was such a gem to work with!

The rest of the ceremony was less eventful, although Allira had to be coerced to take part in the Sand Ceremony. If the finished product is indeed a symbol this little family will never be separated as Allira gave it a really good shake and mixed the layers to create a unique blend. Room was also left for any future additions to this lovely family!

It was indeed, a magical day!

Celebrant: Vicki Coghill

Photographer: Rick Bentley

Hair and Make Up: Zoe from Teaze n Tanglez

Reception: All Seasons Resort Bendigo

Kayla and Harley

Posted on by Vicki Coghill

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.

Kayla described her idea as a cross between vintage and boho…so we brainstormed some ways to make that happen.We decided to incorporate a hand fasting in the boho/ traditional style and  then we decided on some ways to include their little cherubs. 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 also 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!