Real Wedding: Kieran + Sam in Maleny

28th January 2015

When Keiran and Sam blew out their wedding budget, Sam decided to cut costs by styling their reception herself in an impressive DIY feat. She bought all the flowers from the local farmers market, and fashioned up some sweet hessian table runners and centrepieces befitting of the gorgeous marquee wedding they had planned in the heart of the Sunshine Coast hinterland at Maleny Retreat.  The very talented Roy Byrne Photographer was there to capture all of the special moments. And let me tell you, there were many.  “For me marriage was uniting us as a family, we have 3 beautiful children & have…

Real Wedding: Paula & Simon in Maleny

22nd October 2014

After ten blissful years together, best friends Paula and Simon wed in a classically beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding. It was their biggest priority to throw a memorable and enjoyable celebration to delight all of their 92 guest, many of whom had travelled from interstate and overseas. So they chose a seriously stunning wedding venue – Weddings at Tiffany’s.  Their ceremony took place in the venue’s very own chapel with the most amazing views of the rolling green hills and iconic Glasshouse Mountains. Andrea Sproxton Photography was there to capture the day beautifully.  “I wanted something elegant but simple, we chose our colours…

Real Wedding: Paula & Simon in Maleny

After ten blissful years together, best friends Paula and Simon wed in a classically beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland. It was their biggest priority to throw a memorable and enjoyable celebration to delight all of their 92 guest, many of whom had travelled from interstate and overseas. So they chose a seriously stunning wedding venue – Weddings at Tiffany’s.  Their ceremony took place in the venue’s very own chapel with the most amazing views of the rolling green hills and iconic Glasshouse Mountains. Andrea Sproxton Photography was there to capture the day beautifully.  “I wanted something elegant but simple, we chose our colours and…

Real Wedding: Amanda and Nate in Maleny

14th October 2014

Amanda sent Nate a kiss online and one year later they had their first kiss as husband and wife. When love strikes, there’s no holding back. And by their own account, they were made for each other.  60 of their family and friends joined them at Maleny Manor for their dream wedding, which they planned together  from top to bottom, relishing in every last detail, and getting their DIY on with projects, which included melting wax, manipulating chicken wire and sanding their little hearts out.  Their special day came together gloriously, and Karen Buckle was there to capture each and…

Real Wedding: Judith & Kevin at Maleny Manor

7th September 2014

Four years after they first met through a mutual friend, Judith and Kevin married in a stunning ceremony overlooking the Sunshine Coast hinterland at the iconic award-winning Maleny Manor. Creative Judith tapped into her childhood and youth, and chose a theme that resonated with her, having marked so many moments in her life. Alice in Wonderland was the source of childhood joy via the Disney movie and teenage fascination as Judith read and re-read the book over and over, being inspired to create artworks based on the well-known characters and the world in which they lived. And so their reception…

Real Wedding: Bridget & Jordan in Maleny

19th August 2014

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…

Real Wedding: Joy and James in a Marquee in Maleny

3rd June 2014

Before you look over these ahmayzing photos by Bonnie Jenkins from Joy and James’ wedding at Maleny Retreat, you simply must read the story of how James proposed in Joy’s own words…  //// “It was just like a fairytale and I will treasure the memory my whole life. James and I were on our way back to the UK for a friends wedding in Sept 2011. We decided to spend a couple of weeks driving through Northern Italy and France. James had asked if he could plan the last part of our holiday as a birthday surprise for me. To my delight James…

Real Wedding: Chelsea & Troy in Maleny

21st January 2014

In a beautiful Maleny Manor wedding ceremony and reception, Chelsea and Troy became husband and wife. Their classic styling with a hint of vintage was a hit with their 65 guests. Music lovers to the core, they had live music at their ceremony and Chelsea arranged the best surprise ever for new husband, Troy, by bringing in his favourite band to play their bridal waltz.  //// Take a peek at Chelsea and Troy’s full wedding album here. And read their beautiful story in Chelsea’s words below.   When Chelsea Met Troy I used to work in a CD shop. Troy…

Real Wedding: Elyse & Peter in Maleny

15th December 2013

I am very pleased to share with you today the charming Maleny wedding of a couple of long-time lovebirds. Already a little family of three, this was an extra special day for their adorable little boy. Elyse and Peter’s chapel ceremony in front of their 50 guests was followed by a photo shoot in the Sunshine Coast hinterland’s most iconic spots with photographer-in-the-know, Chesterton Smith Photography.  Here is the story of Elyse and Peter’s magical day. Enjoy! //// “My mother and my sister-in-law both gave me beautiful garters to wear on the day.” “Pete proposed to me when I was…

Real Wedding: Kirby and Daniel in Maleny

12th November 2013

What about this fabulous dress! Toowoomba couple, Kirby and Daniel, planned their destination wedding in Maleny with the help of Kirby’s mum, who she says has great taste and an eye for detail. Mum even threw in some super fun surprises for the happy couple, like a ferris wheel – an actual ferris wheel! It was particularly fitting for their wedding, because Daniel proposed to his bride on the Ferris Wheel at Luna Park in Sydney. In fact, the Ferris Wheel became the theme of the wedding.  //// I think Kirby’s mum knows her very well indeed, because the bride’s…