Well, if I've learned anything in the past week, it's that I have a lot of readers who LOVE real weddings. I had over 400 views on Brooke and Mate's wedding post the day I put it up! I will definitely try to bring you more real, local weddings. It's always fun to see the beautiful things that are happening close to home.
Today I want to share pictures from a wedding that I had the honor of being a part of as a bridesmaid. The bride, Kristina, is one of my best friends, and was a bridesmaid in my wedding, so I was thrilled when she called me to tell me she was engaged, and even more thrilled when she asked me to be one of her girls.
A little backstory: Kristina (the realist) met Tyler (the comedian) at school in Idaho. A few things you should know about Tyler and Kristina- they're both insanely smart, deeply thoughtful, best-friend-to-all faithful people. Everyone else saw them as a perfect match, except for Kristina, who initially disliked Tyler (I think because she knew deep down that he was meant for her). It took a lot of discussing, spending time together, Tolkien jokes and fervent prayers, but when they figured it out, it was a no-brainer. I'm thrilled to tears to see how happy they are together, and to see the beautiful relationship that God has built.
Their wedding was simple but filled with a lot of fun DIY details. Tyler just graduated and Kristina still has a year of school, so they didn't want to spend a fortune on their wedding day festivities. What resulted was a tasteful and appropriate celebration that was jam packed with a lot of fun. I've said this quite often and I'll say it again, YOU CAN have a beautiful celebration on a small budget, but you have to plan plan plan. A lot of brides get themselves into a lot of trouble because they want everything for less. I will tell you right now that it won't happen. The key to budgets is picking what is most important to YOU and cutting back where it counts (guest count and food are the two biggest).
Anyway, to the wedding!
Location: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, a beautiful old church in Valley City (just outside of Medina) with a gorgeous brand new fellowship hall.
DIY details: hair, makeup, candle centerpieces, flowers, boutonnieres, food at reception
Best budget detail: Cake and punch with a twist- guests were offered two kinds of cupcakes with a myriad of toppings and frosting for a "build your own cupcake" bar
Sorry in advance for the pictures, my camera was in the shop for repairs so I only had my phone. You'll get the idea though :)
















Congratulations again :)
Location: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
2233 Abbeyville Road
Valley City, OH 44280
(330) 483-3873
Dress: David's Bridal
Cake: Family Friend