Haley + Joe’s Blueberry Wedding
Today’s fun-loving eco-wedding held in Chimacum, Washington is all about love for the earth as much as love gushing from the couple!
The wedding was held on Finn River Farm’s Property, where Haley and Joe have lived and worked on the land. Above you can see the flowers from a nearby farm (Solstice Farm) and fruit that was harvested right from the farm on their wedding day!
The pizza was baked right onsite by Dented Buoy Catering (with their mobile pizza oven - HELLO!) and the salmon was caught nearby by Haley’s stepfather and cooked and prepared by Joe’s Dad!
While all types of fruit and veggies are grown on Finn River Farm - blueberries was a central theme for their wedding.
Their sweet and short ceremony was held right amongst fruits and veggies on the farm. The lining of his vest and her dress were made from each of their mother’s wedding gowns!
Every aspect of the wedding kept their community and the earth in mind. Their blueberry cake was made from the farm’s ripe berries. Haley’s bouquet and table centerpieces were grown on the farm. And the list goes on and on.
Their anniversary is this weekend - so today could not be a better day to recap their wedding day!
Many Blessings to you Haley + Joe!
Thanks to Michele Hart Photography for submitting for this sweet wedding!
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Wedding Favors!
Our sponsors over at Weddingfavors.org have some great eco-options when it comes to eco-friendly wedding favors, welcome bag and bridesmaids gifts or even bridal shower favors! We love these beeswax candles!
Having a beach theme? Why not use these natural seashells for your place and escort cards? Your guests can reuse them again for things like holding up recipe cards, displaying a photo or a card - which make them not only place card holders, but favors as well!!
These and more favors for weddings are available for so many different themes on WeddingFavors.org!
Get a great deal by entering ECO15 to get 15% off any order over $49. This coupon code expires on July 31, 2011 - so don’t wait!!!
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Chessboard Rehearsal Dinner Inspiration
If sleek and elegant is your wedding day theme, how about a rehearsal dinner that’s got playfully complimentary style? What are we talking about? Chess, of course! All those knights, kings, queens and pawns are great fun, and the game’s traditional color scheme means you can choose almost any other hue under the sun.
We love the idea of graphic black and white with bright pops of color, and, of course, as the bride, you’d need something fierce and sassy to wear. Complement all that with a simple but elevated seasonal menu along with locally grown flowers and your mom’s old chess set cunningly used to add some décor!
Images clockwise from upper left:
Z Gallerie
The Knot
Stop Staring
Better Homes and Gardens
I Am Baker
Style Me Pretty - image by GH Kim Photography
Harriet Grey Jewelry
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Green Girl Garden Party
Looking for inspiration for your bridal shower or bridesmaids luncheon? Savoy the Socialite submitted these fun images to help! This Green Girl Garden Party is full of fun items like recycled soda bottles, vases and place cards stands from previous events.
Their flower decor was comprised of plants that can be replanted in your yard or placed right on your desk at work!
They also used foods from a local grocery store where they cater locally grown products and homemade recipes.
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Kids just wanna have fun!
Kids can be some of the most important guests at any wedding. Whether they are shyly tossing petals along the aisle or stealing the show on the dance floor, little ones can help to create the full-size, memorable moments that make weddings that much more special.
In this issue, our own kid expert Stephanie Frazier Grimm of Couture Parties shares some wonderful, eco-fun ideas for your special little guests!
Take a look at the first edition of our Eco-Kids section on page 55 of the Summer issue. We’d love to hear what you think too!
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Giving thanks…
Your wedding is the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for those you love. Why not be thankful to the environment at the same time by keeping it green and local?
Special, creative touches such as sending your guests home with locally-made wines or jams or using recycled paper for thank you notes are sweet gestures to show your guests love.
Guest contributors and eco-fabulous event planners Nick and Aleah Valley of Valley and Co. share more great ideas in “Green Etiquette” on page 39 of the Summer issue!
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