I met Carrie and Tom at the end of April (of this year). A sweet couple, with a great idea to get married in less than 3 months. Not only that, they wanted to pull off a back yard wedding on the 4th of July in Brockway, PA.
Brockway is a small town in Pennsylvania that is known for it's annual 4th of July festivities with large crowds of Red, White, and Blue - celebrating our country throughout the streets. The town encourages families of all ages to come and enjoy in events, food, and fun -- ending with a local parade and beautiful firework display.
We didn't think twice. Honeydew was in and it was going to be my first event seen through from start to finish.
Recap thus far:
Backyard wedding in the middle of Brockway, PA.
On the 4th of July
My first event for Honeydew
Less than 3 months to pull it together
Oh and I would be 29 weeks pregnant
...funny thing was -- I was more excited about the whole thing then worried or nervous. Carrie & Tom's personalities helped keep my nerves in tact, for they were the perfect couple to work with on such a tight schedule. Add Lindsey's excellent coaching skills with her sweet & encouraging tone and I was set up to succeed. Amazing clients, incredible boss... nothing could go wrong.
If you haven't heard about Honeydew let me elaborate. Honeydew Vintage is this incredible company that I am beginning to learn the skills necessary to be a part of. It is more than a few pieces of furniture. It is a small team of individuals that create, design, learn, adjust, and recreate the perfect vision you have for your special event. We have inventory we start with and then build from our pieces, taking a Pinterest idea to a whole new level. We are part of a fabulous community of creatives & have worked with some incredible Florists, Photographers, Musicians, Caterers, and Event Coordinators. We've also had the privilege to collaborate with small businesses that create or add unique pieces such as gorgeous custom signs, chalkboards, or goblets.
I am going to lay it for you all in the most simplistic way - this experience was a fantastic first experience. It rained. hard. right before the ceremony was to take place.
A month has passed & Carrie and I agree -we wouldn't have changed that memory. Take a look at the photos below that Madeline Jane Photography captured and the romantic feel of this backyard event! The rain just adds to the perfection of their special day.
Photography: Madeline Jane Photography
Catering: Catering by Paulette
Floral Arrangements: Linda Manhart
Bride’s bouquet: Brady Street Florist
Hair & Makeup: Tanya Pangallo
Custom Signs: Sarie Signs
Live Music: Bad Hat Daddy O’s