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wedding blog + planning guide for creative weddings | inspiration for DIY Brides

Brenda's Wedding Blog is your online resource for planning your dream elegant wedding. Helping you find the "wow" in weddings.

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Plum and Silver Wedding with lots of Bling in Winnipeg, MB, Canada

This morning I have a Canadian wedding from Madeline's Weddings and Events to share with you that was beautifully photographed by Joel Ross Photography. Tiffany and Shawn's wedding had so many sparkly details including the cake topper {which I absolutely LOVE}, the table cards, the floral cylinder vases and so much more. With a color palette of plum and silver, Madeline's created a stunning décor design with each guest table dressed in stylish plum satin floor length linens, silver table runners and matching silver napkins. And, I'm loving the white ruched chair covers that Madeline's paired perfectly with the color combo. The tall centerpieces were gorgeous on each table and featured brightly colored orchids, clear gems and a sparkly rhinestone wrap at the top. And, don't you just love what's on the sides of the head table? Madeline's installed tall crystal columns for the perfect addition to the reception.

Wedding Vendors:
Wedding Planner: Madeline's Weddings and Events 
Photographer: Joel Ross Photography 
Reception: Southwood Golf Club 
Linens, Decor, Crystal Columns and Crystal Backdrop: Madeline's Weddings & Events
Cake: Chocolate Zen Bakery 
Flowers: The Floral Fixx 

Vintage Baseball Themed Wedding with orange accents . . . Batter Up

Today's wedding is amazingly unique and super special for the couple which I just LOVE. The bride and groom are baseball lovers and as their photographer of Dana Widman Photography writes, "fell in love at the diamonds... baseball that is!". Don't you just love that? After all, a wedding should be about reflecting a couples personality and style, right? The small town couple, Lisa and JJ, put a spin on the "traditional" wedding photos after the ceremony and took their wedding party {or shall I say teams} out to the baseball field to capture real energy, spirit and joy. The wedding took place in Perham, Minnesota with a super fun and low-key day filled with orange accents {as orange is the color of the local baseball team}.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: Dana Widman Photography 
Reception Venue: Lakeside Golf Club 

DIY Country Style Summer Wedding with the sweetest giving away

Rachel and Jonathan's beautiful summer wedding ceremony was held at her father's church in Newbury Park, CA. Rachel's dad wore a red baseball cap which was given to him at Rachel's birth. It was inscribed with "I belong to the Rachel Elizabeth Ferguson Fan Club." When Rachel's father walked her down the aisle, he passed the cap to the groom when he gave away her hand in marriage. Photographs are by Karen Ard Photography.

Before heading to the barn reception, the couple and their wedding party kicked up their cowboy boots at the adjoining field for some great photos.

The bride's personal DIY touches set the rustic tones for this country-style wedding that included everything from burlap on the groom's boutonniere to the luggage tag escort cards.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: Karen Ard Photography
Hair Stylist: Tiffanie Cross at The Canyon Salon 
Caterer: Red's Barbecue and Grillery 
Reception Venue: Strathearn Historical Park and Museum
Dress Store: Casablanca Bridal
Makeup Artist: Westlake Village Salon 
Shoes: Ariat 

Inspirational Wedding Dinner under the Tuscan Sun . . . in Connecticut

Today's inspirational photo shoot is simply gorgeous and elegant. It was created at Belle Terrace at Avon Old Farms to illustrate how just a few simple touches can turn a location in Connecticut {or anywhere actually} into a dinner under the tuscan sun. The designs and decor shown here can work for a rehearsal dinner, engagement party or wedding reception. The fashions {including the 2 wedding dresses} were provided by The White Dress by the Shore and the lovely hair styles bring a touch of old hollywood glamour. Photographs are by Matthew J. Wagner Fine Photography.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: Matthew J. Wagner Fine Photography    
Hair Stylist: Hair Gallery at the Mill
Event Planner: Marina Luri Events
Floral Designer: Hana Floral Design
Dress Store: The White Dress by the Shore
Linens and Coverings: Party Rentals LTD
Event Venue: Belle Terrace at Avon Old Farms
Fashion Designers: David Fielden and Amy Kuschel

An Outdoor Pink Summer Wedding in Massachusetts

Today's beautiful wedding of Jennie and Jay took place at Moraine Farm in Beverly, Massachusetts. Their day was filled with lots of laughs, dancing, and fun details - the perfect wedding combination. The gorgeous photos are by Brett Alison Photography.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: Brett Alison Photography 
Caterer: Fireside Catering 
Floral Designer: Bloomings 
Reception Venue: The Estate at Moraine Farm 
Dress Store: Lorraine Roy
DJ: Music on the Move 

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