We all know elopements are becoming a much more mainstream now than they were five or ten years ago. Couples are opting to save money and skip the party. But what is REALLY needed to elope? Do you have to opt for a wedding gown, florals or custom vow books? Short Answer: No. Longer answer:…
It’s no doubt we’re all feeling the crunch these last two years, while still trying to maintain the illusion we’re all financially literate. So how in the world are you supposed to pay for a wedding AND a honeymoon? What if you want something else entirely? Enter honeymoon funds: online or in person “fundraising” to…
It finally happened. For the first time in my 12 year career as a wedding photographer, I woke up to find I would not be able to make it to a wedding. Thanks to my amazing team (and a last minute fill in) Rachael + Mario’s Summer Five2Five Wedding day didn’t miss a single beat…
The song may not go, “over the Narrows and through the woods” but I can guarantee that route will take you to the prettiest venue on the peninsula. Sunflower Farms Venue the newest in rustic chic locations you’ll find here in the PNW. Jake and I had the incredible opportunity to attend a styled shoot…
Della Terra: From the Earth. If you know, you know. Maybe I became a “foodie” overnight, but honestly it was the time living in NorCal that really did me in. The ironic kicker? At that time I thought “amazing eats” were only found at the Melting Pot and Elephant Bar (don’t hate yo). The truth…
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Let me preface this post with: I promise this isn’t a soapbox “everyone should homeschool” post. The majority of my high school graduating class was headed for teaching degrees. But I honestly NEVER wanted to be a teacher. Once Emillia was born, I toyed with the idea of homeschool, but life had other plans and…
For those who don’t know (Sorry fam if this is how you find out), Jake and I chose to legally elope IN SECRET a year before our wedding. Cliff notes: We’d gotten engaged and a week later received a letter from my health insurance. My and Gracie’s premiums were DOUBLING, from $450 to $900 a…
Farm Fare and Floral hosts the perfect Classic Garden Wedding Dreaming of the perfect garden wedding Every bride who dreams of a classic garden wedding should check out Farm Fare and Floral in Kent, where they know how to party. Jon, the venue owner and head floral designer, created an incredibly warm and welcoming environment, suitable…
The Rustic Wedding of your Dreams is at Brookstom Creek Driving through Buckley, you’d never know Brookstom Creek is hidden away there; the town seems to pass in the blink of an eye. Brookstom Creek is a sweet little gem just off the beaten path, filled to the brim with Rustic Charm. Arriving at Brookstom…