Cat and Ryder’s backyard (well actually front yard) wedding was an absolute blast. Such a fun group of friends and family that all pitched in to make this day special and full of life.
A few words from the bride…
Describe your wedding flowers and the colors you chose….and why!
I’m a flowerholic so this was one of my favorite parts about the wedding! My colors were oranges, yellow and natural greens so all of the flowers just came together very organically. The only thing I knew I wanted was wildflowers and pincushions, the flower Ryder always gets me A) because they are unique and beautiful (much like myself :) ) and B) because they last FOREVER! Seriously last over two weeks! From the wildflower arrangements (made by my family and the bridesmaids), to the boutonnieres (made by new sister in law Jacquelyn Jeanes :) ) to the bouquets, everything was just so naturally chic!
What part of your wedding was DIY?
The topo chico glasses and arrangements in them were definitely DIY. Fun in the kitchen with glasscutters and boiling water, a memorable family affair. My mom and the grandkids cut the flowers on the highway the morning before the wedding…all the while the grandkids asking, “Nana, is this illegal?” (My mother’s wildflower “habits” are well known to the rest of us and now to all the grandkids)
Did you have any traditions or special events that were a part of your wedding?
One thing I was really happy that we did was the remembrance table. In traditional military receptions they have an empty table and chair reserved for lost or fallen soldiers and this was our take on that. Our table had photos and mementos of some very special people in our lives that were no longer with us including my grandfather, grandmother, Mimi – my step grandmother, Ryder’s grandfather, and my cousin Sue, Becca’s mom.
