It is a scientific fact that Michelle and Daniel were meant to be. Well at least it’s science that brought them together when they were both studying at uni. I’m imagining their eyes meeting over the romantic flame of a bunsen burner… *sigh*
The pair were married seven and a half years after that fateful bunsen burner incident in a pretty, rustic country wedding at Kennilworth Homestead. Luke Going Photography was there to capture each moment.
Special Moments
Special moments were seeing Daniel for the first time when I walked down the aisle (he was pretty emotional) and hanging out together just the two of us when we were getting portraits done. Luke our photographer was really unobtrusive so it was nice to have some time to ourselves while at the same time getting some amazing pictures.
Bride’s DIY Advice
Wedding Day Gifts
Sharing the Day
The most important aspect of our wedding was making sure that our families were involved in the planning, so that they felt that the day was also about them. Mum and I went crazy and bought lots of cut crystal vases and vintage bread and butter plates from op shops in Brisbane, Daniel’s grandma made the wedding cake and Daniel’s dad strung up all of the lighting for the reception. We had a lot of help the day before the wedding from family and friends setting up the ceremony and reception spaces, which was fun.
Dessert Bar
The day felt really inclusive as a lot of guests had helped with the preparations. On the invites we asked if our guests were talented cooks if they could bring a plate for the dessert bar, we ended up with a variety of amazing tarts, slices and cheesecakes!
Wedding Secrets
Biggest splurge: The band
Best bargain: The venue was value for money as accommodation was included, and it was such a great location for the ceremony and photos we saved on transport costs.
Bridal gown: Stella York, purchased from the Brisbane Bridal Centre
Accessories: Flower halo – Willow Bud, earrings – www.etsy.com
Shoes: Betsey Johnson – ModCloth
Bridesmaid dresses: Brides of Brisbane
Bridesmaids’ accessories: Wedges – Zu shoes, earrings – Lovisa
Groom’s and Groomsmen’s suits: Roger David
Rings: Diamonds Intenational
DIY: Guest escort cards, signage, we upcycled some old window frames into blackboards and restored two silky oak chairs that were used at the signing table at the ceremony. Mum handmade the bombonnieres bags out of scrap fabric and the quilt blankets to place over the hay bales at the pre-reception drinks.
Number of guests: 100
Wedding budget: $26,000
A-List Vendors
Photographer: Luke Going Photography
Florist: Willow Bud
Celebrant: Kari Celebrations
Caterer: Safe Hands Catering / Hair + Makeup Artist: Milque Spa / Rentals: Noosa Party Hire / Entertainment: Radio Club Band / Stationery Supplier: Vista Print / Gift registry: Myer / Wedding Night Accommodation: Kenilworth Homestead / Photo Booth: In the Booth
