DIY Wedding in Memphis
October 7th. 2009
by Abby Larson |
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You guys are going to find so many steal worthy ideas tucked inside this wedding. It’s funny, just as I was editing this post, I got an email from the bride thanking me for featuring her big day. She said, “I was such an avid reader of your blog when I was planning our wedding and found endless amounts of inspiration in your lovely posts. I hope that my wedding can serve as the same inspiration for other brides looking to make their wedding beautiful and unique…”
And you know what. It SO will.
Heidi Ryder is the incredibly photographer behind the affair and she has been sweet enough to share some of the details!
What I loved about this wedding is Dorie and John weren’t afraid to do things their way. They didn’t follow any traditions unless they wanted to, and in fact, they even made up their own. The details of the wedding were a lovely arrangement of vintage elements mixed with beautifully-crafted DIY projects. Needless to say, this wedding was a dream to photograph.
In addition to etsy-purchased vintage jewelry, Dorie wore three strands of pearls – each of them handed down from a different woman in her family. The only fresh flowers used at this wedding were for Dorie and her Maid of Honor’s bouquets. That’s it. The boutonnieres were made out of folded maps and were purchased from Hope and Joy Studios on Etsy. I thought this was an amazing idea and the lack of fresh flowers phased absolutely no one. But, the fresh flower bouquets were quite gorgeous in their own right. They were provided by Gesture Gifts in Memphis. A vintage brooch from Dorie’s mother was pinned to her bouquet.
In love. Madly in love. We have so much more from this delightful wedding, including the full resource list, on the way! Thank you so much to Heidi Ryder for sending such a treat our way!
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Where was this wedding in Memphis? That's where I'm planning my wedding and I love it!
I love all of the Etsy finds featured in this wedding, especially the men's boutonnieres! Bravo...so unique!
Beautiful! Can we get a closer shot of the program? I want to DIY a program just like that!
Yes--close up of the program. What I can read is so adorable. My fiance and I are doing a script for our wedding program but I want to infuse it with some fun fonts and unexpected details like she did.
Hi, all!
I'm the bride from this wedding.
Tara: The wedding was at the Inn at Hunt-Phelan on Beale Street. I HIGHLY recommend them. Vickie is the wedding planner there and she was fantastic. She did everything I wanted and was incredibly helpful, particularly since I was planning the event from our home in Atlanta.
I'm so glad everyone enjoyed the photos of my big day. Please be sure to check out our photographer's blog at www.heidiryder.net. She's an amazing photographer and friend.
Cheers!
Love all of the finishing touches! Thank you for sharing.
I love the feel of Hunt Phelan. I love seeing venues in our city showcased this way. Dorie, you did a great job of making it your own wedding. Just gorgeous!
i love love love the paper/map flowers - what a good DIY project that would be. I'm planning on doing my own flowers but afraid of the crunch time day of to make boutonnieres and corsages, this would be the perfect make ahead alternative! love them!
Stunning!! I am dying over the clutch? Where is from??
the clutch is from Target!
Dorie...you have made my day!!! I love Target! Thank you.
GORGEOUS! Excellent use of the Yee Haw "You Are My Sunshine" print! Love it. The programs are super cute, too--can we see more??
I am trying to find someone who knows about the wedding fund thing they do at tapsmack.com. Anyone work with this before? This may not be the place to ask but I really want to talk with someone who has used that before.
what an adorable bride and groom!
Groom here: Thanks y'all.
This is gorgeous! I love the little eggs bride & groom. Also the handbag! Where is it from?
Such an ORIGINAL, amazingly fun looking affair! Nice work bride and groom!!!!
And the pictures are BEAUTIFUL!! I just looked at the full blog on the photog Heidi's site and was so moved by the moments she captured! Great eye!
Color me impressed all around!
the handbag is from Target, Chaucee.
thanks so much everyone for your comments! it's great to hear such amazing feedback from gals such as yourself.
I am squealing with joy!!! I completely adore DIY weddings and this one is unbelievably charming and full of character. Bravo Dorie! Can't wait to see more photos!!
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Are the green flower sashes on the bridesmaid dresses from an Etsy seller? They are gorgeous!
Yes, the sash is from Etsy!
Caroline Alexander http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5305448
can you email me the program template too? buterflycf@Aol.com
Dorie, I am so in love with all the little details of your wedding! First I love the detail on the back of your dress! Also can you give me more info on your veil and hair piece? I also would love to see your program; very fun!!! One last thing, can you give me more details on the bridesmaid flower sashes? It looks like it was an amazing day and you looked radiant, Cheers :)
Thanks, Darcy
darcymariereed@hotmail.com
Sorry just saw that you already posted where the bridesmaids sashed were from....guess I need to read through...lol
hi, darcy!
my friend made the veil from my mom's veil. it's based on one i found in a bridal store but cost $200. i just couldn't bring myself to spend that much on it, plus i wanted to use my mom's veil in some way. the hair flower is from JMG Jewelry Design on etsy. She made it exactly the way I wanted and was so wonderful to work with.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5723186
Cheers, />
Dorie
Just realized that link didn't work. Let's try it again.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5723186
Dorie, You look absolutely beautiful! Congrats on your big day.
Dorie-
Who did your programs and do you have a close up of the program? Love it all!!
Thank you!
Oops, never mind - I just read the article. Sorry :)
I love Etsy too! Our wedding is in 2ish wks in Mexico, but we're doing the civil thing at City Hall in SF this Friday. So that was double the hair accessories etc... all from Etsy, groomsman ties, ring pillow, invites set, bridesmaid gifts and more!. It's been great to work with independent artists from all over and get great custom work. And I have some bird salt shakers ready to go on our cake!!
Hi there,
Is it possible to get a closer look at the program? It looks fantastic! Your wedding was gorgeous
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On wedding/reception venues and also so in need of the services of a
Wedding planner.
linda and I are planning to have a wedding in march 2010 (any date in
march will be fine) and will require more information on this as we
Plan also to have the wedding in your region. We are looking for a
Venue and planner to help us plan our wedding/reception.
50 to 60 guests are expected to attend. Please advice on weather
Conditions and the possibilities of rain.
Please note that you (wedding planner) is to arrange for a food,
Videography, Music Entertainment, Photography, Officiant, cake and
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Please do confirm this date and get back to me.
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Hello, I love the program, do you have the template or a closer look of it... I think it is so neat. brandy_ball@hotmail.com