Moranbah couple, Kathleen and Austyn, relied on family and friends to help them plan their destination wedding in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

I particularly love all the sweet little DIY creative projects they banded together with Kathleen’s mother and sister and her partner to complete from desserts to pocket squares to stationery.

However it’s the super cute Mr. & Mrs Penguin cake toppers that Austyn whittled and hand-carved, then Kathleen painted and dressed the little guys! I absolutely love them, I know you will, too. See below for the ultimate cuteness in cake toppery, and the rest of this gorgeous Maleny wedding with images by Nicky Stone Photographer and some comments from the bride. 

“The men in my family all have Claddagh rings as their wedding band, and Austyn wanted to carry on the tradition too. So I bought a Claddagh ring from the original makers, Thomas Dillon, all the way from Ireland. The Ring symbolises two hands for friendship, a heart for love and a crown for loyalty.”    Kathleen’s gorgeous glam look in her pink dress is set off with this gorgeous flowing auburn looks and fresh, pretty makeup design by Boudoir Blush.    Incredible stand-out colourful florals created by Mondo Floral Designs.    

“It really was the best day of our lives, we had such an amazing time and we were able to share it all with our family and friends. It went way to fast, so our advice is to take every little detail in, and absorb all the love around you…oh and dance the whole night away”  

  “Our shared humour, love for travel, the support we give one another in our chosen professions every day, our love for family and friends and our shared goals and dreams for the future are what make us work together as a couple.”  

“Living in Moranbah made deliveries, appointments and planning very difficult at times, however, with the support of my family and friends we were able to have our dream wedding.”

Gah! The cuteness is undeniable. 

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Maleny Manor and the Fireworks

Best money-saver: My sister making all of the stationery

Bridal gown: Martina Liana from Heavenly Collections $5000

Accessories: Hair Flowers Mondo Floral Designs

Shoes: Modcloth $50 

Bridesmaid dresses: Blushing Dress in Ivory $275 from Love Honor 

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Own earrings, Shoes $140 from Kookai

Groom’s suit and shoes: Myer $400 combined

Groomsmens’ suits and shoes: Myer $800 combined

Jewellery: Bracelet and Grandma’s ring- borrowed from my Mum, my pink coloured stone earrings from Etsy 

Honeymoon: After the wedding we stayed for a week up the Sunshine Coast at Caloundra. Then in December we’re travelling to Hawaii and the West Coast of USA for a white Christmas. We’re traveling around in a caravan, which will be nice and cosy for our honeymoon.

DIY: Penguin wedding cake toppers, Wishing well post box, six desserts, pocket squares for the men in bridal party, statioinery

Number of guests: 50

Wedding budget: $30,000

 Photographer: Nicky Stone Photographer | Florist: Mondo Floral Designs  | Caterer: Maleny Manor | Cake: Dreamy Cakes | Bombonnieres: Candy Addictions | Transport: Mystic Mountains Tours  | Makeup Artist: Boudoir Blush | Hair Stylist: Bride did own hair, as well as the Bridemaids | Entertainment: DJs in your house  | Celebrant: Big Love Weddings | Wedding Night Accommodation: Maleny Manor | Fireworks: Mr Fireworks International    

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On a typically beautiful day in Maleny, Madeleine and Corey got hitched. Their dream Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding was all about having a fun and enjoyable atmosphere with a hint of vintage charm. The lovely couple commissioned the likes of some of The Bride’s Tree’s fave wedding professionals to ensure they had an amazing wedding day. 

This is evident in the images below by Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, Andrea Sproxton Photography. Madeleine’s pink and lilac bridal bouquet was a sweet vintage posy by Willow Bud.

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Madeleine was a classically beautiful bride

On my wedding day it was very overcast however it didn’t rain and it just started to clear up as I walked down the aisle which was just perfect. 

We left our photographer, Andrea Sproxton, to choose the locations though we went to three different locations a stones throw from our Maleny venue. All very beautiful.

The weather and location were stunning-couldn’t have asked for nicer weather. Maleny is just beautiful at that time of year.

I popped a button on my wedding dress as it was too tight, and after the photos when I leaned down to put my shoes on it popped right off! I would recommend advising your dress maker when your wedding is two months before it is so you don’t end up getting your dress the day prior like me!

We decided to have a lamb and seared tuna entrée followed by chicken risotto and a beef dish. Desert we served the wedding cake as otherwise it just goes to waste!

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: My wedding dress was more than I wished to spend at $2500 otherwise the catering was the most expensive part!

Best money-saver: I was able to get the wedding cake included in my package which saved a lot of money. Besides that I think my florist was very reasonable for the quality provided.

Bridal gown: Gowns of Elegance

Accessories: Butterfly Silver 

Shoes: Zu shoes Chermside

Bridesmaid dresses: Forever New

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Lovisa

Groom and Groomsmens’ suit and shoes: Connor 

Rings: My ring – Diamonds International, Corey’s ring – Michael Hill Jewellers 

DIY: The menus, name place cards, wedding invitations and bonbonnieres

Number of guests: 70

Wedding budget: $24,000

A-list Vendors

Photographer: Andrea Sproxton Photography

Florist: Willow Bud

Makeup Artist: Makeup 4 Brides / Hair Stylist: Hair 4 Brides / Bombonnieres: Handmade truffles from Chocolate Country Maleny / Entertainment: Rockin U Wild DJ’S / Celebrant: Darienne Davis / Venue and Wedding Night Accommodation: House of Laurels

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I was recently asked to be in a gorgeous styled shoot with a bohemian bridal theme, set on a property in Maleny in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. So I said to myself, I said, “Sally, why not? Go for it girlfriend! Enjoy!” Then I donned a pair of boots and scooted up the range to be a model for the day. 

I felt a little like a fish out of water, as I’m far better accustomed with being behind the scenes in my sneakers and jeans than all dolled up in a dress! I have to say, it was a whole lot of fun to be pampered and prettied up for the day. It was a stunning setting and a great team of people to work with! 

My favourite part of the day was having my hairs did by the lovely Mia at Evalyn Parsons Hair. 

I love the creativity Hayley from Wholehearted Studio shows in her styling/ Bunsen burners and collanders – who knew they made such a funky decorative piece and pot plant to boot!

The Dream Team

Photography: Willow and Sage Photography

Styling: Wholehearted Studio

Florals: Woods and Bloom

Makeup: Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry

Hair: Evalyn Parsons Hair

Dress: Marilyn Crystelle Bridal

Location: Bridle Guesthouse Maleny

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Bridget and Jordan made the sweetest Maleny bride and groom. Their wedding had a timeless simple elegance about it. And it sounds like Bridget and her mother and sister had an awful lot of fun on various crafternoons in the lead up to create some DIY prettiness for the big day. 

This lovely Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding was held exactly four years to the day after the couple’s first date in North Queensland, where they were both working at the time. It is not difficult to see how much they adore one another and belong together. Just take a stroll through their wedding day with these gorgeous images by Jennifer Oliphant Photographer.

“We stayed at Montville Lake Terrace leading up to the wedding. Mum made our bouquets overlooking the lake while we all hung around together.”

“We just wanted to have a wedding that was timeless, pretty and full of love.”

What a beautiful bride! Bridget enlisted the help of KJ Artistry professional makeup artists for her perfect bridal look

“I made sure we were well prepared so as the day grew closer we could just kick back and enjoy it!”

“We met in Central Queensland at the Boulia Camel Races. Jord was living in Mt Isa and I went up there for work for two months. We went on a date a few days before I moved back to Brisbane, then thought we would see where it went… and here we are!  Our wedding was four years to the day of our first date.”

“I gave my bridesmaid’s gift bags  with PJ’s, beauty products and other girly things the night before. They gave me a beautiful gold locket with ‘by your side always’ engraved on it.”

“For attendants, I had my sister, two best friends and my cousin. Jordan had his brother, his best mate and my two brothers.”

“We let our photographer Jennifer Oliphant choose the locations, she did a fantastic job! “

“We make each other laugh and are best mates. We always try to be respectful of each other.”

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: My dress!

Best bargain: We bought a lot of the little things online. I love shopping for a bargain!

Bridal gown: Karen Willis Holmes 

Accessories: Gifts from my Grandmother and sister

Shoes: Elegant Park

Bridesmaid dresses: Light in the Box

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Myer

Groom and groomsmens’ suits and shoes: Strictly Formal

Rings: Robert White Jewellers 

DIY: Flowers, veil, place settings, seating plan board, invitations, and ceremony booklets.

Number of guests: 70

“We told the band what we liked (fun music that everyone would enjoy) and asked them to just interpret the mood on the night.“

“We were able to go to Tiffany’s the night before and add our own touches to the venue. It was nice being there with our nearest and dearest setting up. It felt like we were kids, playing make believe!”

“We don’t have extravagant tastes but we made sure we had everything that was important to us.”

A-List Vendors

Photographer: Jennifer Oliphant Photographer

Makeup Artist: KJ Artistry

Hair Stylist: Evalyn Parsons Hair

Videographer: Matt Raimondo / Florist: Bride’s Mother (bouquets), Weddings at Tiffany’s flowers (reception) / Bombonnieres: Pink Frosting / Transport: Champers Rolls Royce Hire / Decorators: Weddings at Tiffany’s / Entertainment: Pheonix / Officiant: Bishop Brian Heenan / Venue: Weddings at Tiffany’s / Accommodation: Montville Lake Terrace / Honeymoon destination: Fiji

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A perfect day. A perfect location. The perfect team of Sunshine Coast wedding professionals on hand to create something truly beautiful. 

Romantic, pretty vintage with a Victorian-style double-ended couch in a toothsome blue-grey, an extension of the perfect clear blue sky. 

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This styled shoot has been lovingly photographed by someone who I would describe as a true artist and perfectionist. I am of course referring to Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, Matt Rowe Photography. And oh boy, did his eye go a-wandering over some spectacular sights at Maleny Botanic Gardens. The gardens themselves are meticulously maintained and delightfully designed, but they are also set in a prime position to capture a perfect view of the Glasshouse Mountains. 

Just try not to fall head over heels with this shoot. Try and fail, of course! 

Crystal vases and decanters set upon a vintage crate from Moments in Vintage –  Vintage Furniture & Décor Hire

Loving these pretty florals from Ginger Lily & Rose Floral Studio

We are crazy in love with this genuine vintage blue-grey Victorian Double Ended Sofa from Moments in Vintage –  Vintage Furniture & Décor Hire

Angela’s amazing intricate wedding hair upstyle is by Taryn Smith Hair & Makeup, and makeup by Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry

Love love love the idea of a vintage lamp with Victorian-style fringed shade included with your outdoor furniture set up. They sure are a clever crew at Moments in Vintage –  Vintage Furniture & Décor Hire

Tyson wears a gorgeous three piece suit from Suits Direct. Classic groom fashion with the ivory waistcoat and white tie is a suave wedding day look

Gorgeous dress and veil by Judy Copley Bridal

Extraordinary unstructured bouquet by Ginger Lily & Rose Floral Studio makes use of misty emile, fiesta roses. ivy, argyle apple gum, pearl lace cluster roses and pink tulips for a super romantic, uber pretty piece of  floral artwork

Moments in Vintage –  Vintage Furniture & Décor Hire ‘Admire the View’ ceremony package includes the hire of everything pictured (all props and styling, except flowers) and in addition 24 white or timber mismatched chairs, released today on their website!

The shutter ceremony frame was adorned with ivy and fiesta roses and fir, expertly constructed in a wild, romantic fashion by Ginger Lily & Rose Floral Studio

The Dream Team

Photography: Matt Rowe Photography

Styling and Décor: Moments in Vintage –  Vintage Furniture & Décor Hire

Flowers: Ginger Lily & Rose Floral Studio

Bridal Gown and veil: Judy Copley Bridal

Groom’s suits and shoes: Suits Direct

Hair: Taryn Smith Hair & Makeup

Makeup: Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry

Location: Maleny Botanic Gardens

Fashion Styling: Amber Copley Fashion Styling 

Models: Angela James & Jarrod Slatter

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Over this gorgeous Easter weekend, we are bringing you some of our fave styled shoots, coordinated by The Bride’s Tree team for our own free online wedding magazine. Our funky little rag is released each quarter, offering you the latest trends and positively toothsome style from decorations to fashion, from hair and makeup to photography. 

We gather a contingent of only the very best Sunshine Coast wedding professionals to take part in these shoots, so you are treated to world class beauty in bridal styling. Today we are sharing with you a delightfully pretty and funky lingerie shoot we put together for Volume 2 of The Bride’s Tree magazine. All of our magazines are free for you to view each quarter, and you can even download and print your fave pages.

See more images from our  Bridal Boudoir Photo Shoot at Maleny Manor.

Photos by Artography

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