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Irvine Park St. Paul:: Micro Wedding

When a friend suggested Tasha do speed dating, she laughed and agreed but only because she knew she’d have a few laughs and a great story. When she and Nick began chatting for their turn, they really did connect and took each other’s numbers and began dating. Little did each of them know that what started as what might become a good laugh became a great story. Their love story!

After a few years of dating, Nick took Tasha up to one of their favorite vacation destinations, the North Shore of Minnesota. It was there he knew he wanted to propose to her so they could return and fondly remember their engagement.

Nick and Tasha both love and live in the city of St. Paul, so when Covid hit, they knew they needed to condense their wedding guest list but still wanted to get married. They chose to have their ceremony in the quaint and historic Irvine Park in St. Paul. Both got ready in their beautiful Victorian home separately, did their first look on their deck and then headed to the park to get married. Only family was invited to the intimate wedding ceremony which was held in front of the beautiful fountain under lush oaks. A beautiful June day held plenty of sunshine and breeze for Nick and Tasha.

After the ceremony, the couple headed back to their home where they hosted food from Red Rabbit on their driveway. They set up cafe lights and created a magical scene that looked like a European bistro alleyway. Cafe Latte desserts were served at then end of the night while music played and family was able to share in NIck and Tasha’s beautiful day.

Congratulations to you both! I was honored to be a part of your day!

Vendors for the day included::// Ceremony:: Irvine Park // Reception:: Private Residence in St. Paul // Hair:: Lauren J at Cole’s Salon // Florist:: Costco// Wedding dress:: Consignment // Caterer:: Red Rabbit // Baker:: Cafe Latte //

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    Minneapolis wedding:: Sarah and Chris

    Sarah and Chris met years ago in college but didn’t know each other well. They were reacquainted last year through Sarah‘s cousin who was a good friend of Chris’s as well. When Chris inquired about Sarah and called her up out of the blue, she agreed to go out on a date with him. They dated mostly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Just a month into when they started dating, most things shut down so it affected what they were able to do with their time together for the next year. This resulted in lots of walks, take-out, together and lots of nights in talking to each other.

    After about a year of dating and unbeknownst to Sarah, Chris ordered an engagement ring for her and picked it up from the jeweler on a Friday night in November. He and Sarah had planned to spend the following day together and in standard Chris-like fashion, that ring was burning a hole in his pocket and he was eager to pop the question.

    Chris arrived at Sarah‘s home Saturday morning and in standard Sarah-like fashion, she was still getting ready for the day. Chris left her to finish getting ready but it wasn’t long before he thought to himself, “there’s no time like the present”, so he returned walking up to Sarah while she was drying her hair knelt down on one knee with that ring in his hand, and asked her to marry him. Right then and there she said yes, half way dry hair and all!!

    The couple decided to keep their wedding small and intimate by only inviting close friends and family members. They were wed at Southeast Christian Church in south Minneapolis, only a block away from Sarah’s house. Sarah‘s Watters dress from the Wedding Shoppe looked stunning on her while her bridesmaids wore beautiful Megan spice velvet wrap maxi dresses from Baltic Born. The flower girl wore a dress created by Sarah‘s mother. Chris and his groomsmen sported gray Michael Kors suits from J Long‘s in Mankato. Rings from the Williams Diamond Center and Buchkosky Jewelers paired perfectly with the bouquets of flowers that friends and family put together for Sarah and Chris. Tongue-in-cheek brought in some incredible food for guests while Sarah Jane’s Bakery brought sweet treats to top off the meal. Sarah, an incredible baker herself, made their wedding cake and served it to all her guests. The wooden bowls on each table were brought in from both Chris and Sarah’s family’s to bring the day perfectly together. It was a perfect day had by all, Chris and Sarah, congratulations.

    Vendors for the day included::// Ceremony and Reception:: Southeast Christian Church // Florist:: Friends and Family of the Bride// Wedding dress:: Watters From The Wedding Shoppe // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Baltic Born// Men’s Ware:: Michael Kors From J Longs in Mankato// Rings:: Bride- Williams Diamond Center , Groom- Buchkosky Jewelers// Stationery:: The Knot // Caterer:: Tongue-in-cheek // Baker:: Sarah Jane’s Bakery // Earrings:: Olive and Piper //

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      Boom Island Park, Minneapolis:: Wedding

      Typically as a 14 year old you are not looking for your future partner or do you think that the person you date in middle school you will marry. But for Jessica and Nick, their love story was made just streets apart.

      Growing up in the Minneapolis suburbs, the two went to the same middle school, but didn’t start dating until high school. They became the best of friends and grew up together. When they graduated, the two both attended the same college and moved back to the Cities, purchased a home and then their rescue dog, Bear together.

      Nick knew he was ready to ask Jessica to marry him, and put a plan into place when they traveled to Hawaii with Jessica’s family. The family decided to visit Kauai together and as they were walking along the volcanic rocks along the ocean, Nick got down on one knee and asked Jess to be his wife. The two were able to spend the rest of their trip celebrating with family and enjoying Hawaii’s beautiful views.

      Their June wedding day was a beautiful one. Jessica and Nick got ready at the Courtyard by Mariott in downtown Minneapolis. With its stunning views of the city skyline, Jess and her bridesmaids started the day toasting with mimosas and getting hair and make up done by Pure Beauty and Make-up.

      Because both Jessica and Nick love nature as well as Minneapolis, they decided to do their first look and many of the bridal party photos at Boom Island Park. Upon seeing Jess in her stunning gown from Our Shop Bridal, Nick held back tears as the couple saw each other for the first time. Jessica’s stunning bridal bouquet from Artemisia Studios was perfect when paired with the cathedral veil and lace back dress. The bridal party joined us, bridesmaids in lilac dresses from David’s Bridal and groomsmen in black tuxes from Savvi, and we had a fun time walking the park and the warmth of the summer day.

      Their ceremony at St. Maron’s was beautiful and DJ Yaoob got and kept the party going while Dina and Matt of We Do Wedding Videography captured the entire day beautifully. Jessica and Nick, congratulations and cheers to many, many happy years together.

      Vendors for the day included::// Ceremony:: St. Maron’s Catholic Church // Reception:: Cedar’s Hall //Florist::Kim Harrison of Artemisia Studios // Wedding dress:: Our Shop Bridal// Bridesmaid Dresses:: David’s Bridal // Men’s Ware:: Michael Kors From Savvi// Hair and Make-up:: Pure Beauty Hair and Make-up // Rings:: Jared // Stationery:: Zazzle and Shutterfly // Caterer: :We Cater to you// Baker:: Sam’s Club// DJ:: Yaoob Jacobs of Cedar Sounds Production //Video:: We Do Wedding Videography // Bride’s Shoes:: Badgley Miischka// Hotel for guests:: Courtyard by Mariott, Minneapolis

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        The Gardens of Castle Rock Wedding:: Morgan and Adam

        Their love story began in Minnesota in the summer of 2006 where Morgan and Adam met while relishing in their shared passion for music. The two connected over a magical weekend where the two discovered that they shared much more than music as a passion. The two had just graduated from high school and were young and looking for adventure.

        Over the summer Morgan and Adam stayed in touch with one another and soon the seasons turned from fall to winter as their love continued to blossom. They shared countless hours of late night phone calls and long drives to enjoy weekend concerts together. After a year of dating long distance, they decided to embrace their journey together and ended up in the same city.

        In 2017 and thirteen years of shared memories and numerous concerts, exploring the outdoors, travel together, a new home and a furry pup, Adam popped the question. While on a trip with good friends and in between seeing concerts, they stopped in Colorado. Overlooking the mountains, Adam asked Morgan to marry him.

        Their beautiful wedding day incorporated all the things that Morgan and Adam love, especially music and friendship. Among the beautiful space at the Garden’s of Castle Rock in Northfield, the couple were wed under a beautiful trellis of grapevines and florals. Morgan wore a beautiful Martina Liana gown with a train to die for. She also wore pearls that were her grandmothers and her mother’s bracelet.

        Adam’s mother was a genus with the florals, and made gorgeous bouquets for the women that looked beautiful against the neutral palette of dresses they all wore. Adam and his groomsmen wore grey suits that when put up against the green backdrop looked incredible.

        I loved the first look that Morgan and her father had. So emotional and tender, his love for his daughter emanated, and all that watched had a hard time holding back tears. Friends and family came from miles to share in the joy of the day. A perfect blend of nature and elegance, the couple mingled as guests blayed bean bags, enjoyed cocktails and incredible food from Irons in the Fire and danced the night away under the tent.

        What a joy it was to celebrate with you, Morgan and Adam! Congratulations and cheers to the amazing journey that you continue to walk along!

        Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: The Garden’s of Castle Rock // Hair:: Bride’s brother Mitchell Ringdahl and Annie Frazier//  Make-up:: Mitchell Ringdahl // Florist:: Groom’s mother Sheri Fischer // Wedding Dress: Martina Liana of Raffine Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Variety of stores //Rings:: Etsy and Shane Co. // Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse // Catering:: Irons in the Fire// Baker:: Taylor Kollitz// Band:: Mikel Wright and the Wrongs // Necklace:: Bride’s Grandmother’s pearls// Bracelet:: Bride’s mother’s// Shoes:: Badgley Mischka // Second Shooter:: Lily Watkins // Planner:: Andrea Graham // Stationary:: Vista Print // Ceremony music:: Jake & Joel//

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          Dellwood Barn Wedding:: Megan and Josh

          Megan and Josh met through mutual friends on Facebook. Their love of the outdoors and adventure drew them together, but their love for Christ has kept them together.

          After dating for a while, Josh knew he wanted to marry Megan. When Megan was at work one day, he headed to her house and set up rose petals all over the floor along with candles in the shape of a heart. When she got home from work, he told her to get ready to go out to eat. Before the couple left for dinner, Josh led her along the path of rose petals and proposed to her! The couple then celebrated together at dinner.

          Dellwoods Barn could not have been a more perfect place for this outdoorsy couple. Set back in the hills of Dellwood, this incredible property has everything from a beautiful bridal suite to the perfect place for an outdoor ceremony on a hill overlooking the field and sky.

          The weather could not have been more perfect for the day. A beautiful 75 degree day with white puffy clouds made for some incredible backdrops. We even got to take a peek at some fields where golden hour proved itself to be amazing.

          Megan looked stunning in her Matthew Christopher dress and the florals that her aunt created (you guys, this woman’s artwork was amazing, and she doesn’t even do weddings on a regular basis!!) were spectacular against the neutral colored bridesmaid dresses that Megan’s sisters wore.

          I loved how Josh’s brother decided to surprise him for the first look by dressing up in an old wedding gown and veil. The reaction on Josh’s face was priceless.

          Megan and Josh, you are incredible people. Thank you for your kindness and making my job incredibly easy! So many blessings to you both as you enter marriage!

          Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Dellwood Barn Weddings // Hair:: Naavah Johnson // Florist:: Bride’s aunt Dorothy // Wedding Dress: Matthew Christopher purchased from Posh Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal and Azazie //Rings:: Wedding Day Diamond and Kay Jewelers// Men’s Ware:: Tommy Hilfiger from Macy’s// Catering:: Famous Daves // Baker:: Thirsty Whale // DJ:: Midwest Sound //

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