I already shared my little sister’s wedding announcements that I designed, and the last week I shared the game we played for my little sister’s bachelorette party, so I’m sure you all are curious about her actual wedding now, aren’t you. 😉
This is my adorable sister Michaela who got married last month. Also, this is the bouquet I made for her. I’m not gonna lie, I was a little concerned when I saw all the different flowers they wanted me to use, but I really think it all came together nicely.
Here she is coming out of the Los Angeles Temple with her new husband, Wesley, who I’m sure will learn quickly that I share everything on this blog. 🙂
Their sealing ceremony was that morning in Los Angeles, and then their reception was later in the evening down in Orange County at my parent’s house. There were a couple diy projects that I was involved with (For some reason I wasn’t entrusted with much for this… they gave some excuse about not wanting me to have to do too much, but I dunno. 😉 ), so let’s talk about those first and then I’ll share some other pictures with you, just for fun.
I made both the cupcake toppers and the favor bag labels (the favors were cookies, simple and delicious, so win/win) out of the same Avery Labels that I talked about in this post. Then, for the cupcake toppers I used my Silhouette Cameo to punch our some scalloped circles out of different shades of blue and aqua cardstock. If you don’t have a die cut machine, you could easily make cupcake toppers by just sticking two stickers together back-to-back also!
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Instead of a traditional cake, they opted for cupcakes from Bubba Sweets, which I think really turned out to be a big hit. There were mini cupcakes in seven different flavors for guests, and two extra large cupcakes for their cake “cutting”, so I made a little paper bunting topper for those, also using my Silhouette machine and it’s cut and print feature… which I was having technical difficulties with so it took about three times as long as it should have. Grrr.
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And, of course, I already shared the “best day ever” sign I made, which the photographer was able to get much better pictures of.
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Lots of other decorations were made by the mother of the groom, who is not only talented in crafty diy, but really sweet and fun too. I love how weddings make your family larger and more awesome! And of course, it couldn’t have all come together without the efforts of many: my mom, extended family, the matron of honor… it was definitely a family affair, as big events should be! 🙂
Here are some other pictures that I loved!
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By the way, all the gorgeous reception pictures were taken by Andrew from Into The Woods Photography. My family and I were so impressed with Andrew and the phenomenal job he did! He was such a joy to be around while he was working, and man, he was EVERYWHERE. Seriously, it seems like he didn’t miss a shot of any special moment! If you are in need of a photographer for any type of session and are located in the Southern California/Orange County area, I highly recommend Andrew! I wish we lived closer so he could take some family shots of us!! (And yes, I totally tried to sell him on coming up to Northern California for a “vacation”… aka, please come take some pictures of my family. Shameless, I know.)
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24 Responses to summertime socal wedding
Looks like it was a beautiful day! Congrats!
Oh this looks like such an amazing day! Your sister looks so happy 🙂 And your little bump is adorable!!
Ok can I just say how awesome it is that she wore a short dress?? I think that is a true hallmark of a cool bride.
That's adorable- and the flowers turned out beautiful! We had cupcakes at our wedding too!
All the pictures look so lovely! Looks like a great time! 🙂
Maggie || Lesshousemorehomeblog.com
Every detail is so charming and lovely! It looks like it was such a joy-filled day. 🙂
Absolutely STUNNING! This is what EVERY type of event should look like!
Love the bouquets!
Stephanie @ thedishbcs.com
I love all the details! So unique and special!! i love, love!
Wow, so much hard work put into that! She looks stunning. Congrats to her!!
The bouquet you made for her is stunning!! What a beautiful day and everyone looks so happy! Congrats to her and your whole family!
What a beautiful wedding! Lovely photos too 🙂
Haha Donna, little bump… I guess it does look kind of smallish in that picture. 🙂 Thanks!
I'll tell her you think so. 🙂 It definitely seemed more like her.
Thanks!! And yes, I was definitely a fan of the cupcakes, and so glad we had a few leftover!! 😉
Thanks Brittany! It was, she looked so happy and peaceful when she walked out after getting married. 🙂
Thank you so much Natalie!
Yes, lots of hard work and late nights! My mom, the groom's mom, the matron of honor, my aunt… many hands make light(er) work. 🙂
So sweet, thanks!
Yes!! I had been dying for some sneak peeks!
So beautiful!
Seriously what a good looking couple, they look so happy I feel all teary eyed looking at the photos.
(I didn't shed a single tear on my wedding day but I always cry at others, even ones on TV! I love seeing the love)
Everything is spot on gorgeous.
And the photos of you and your babies, ugh
So So sweet!
The bouquet is lovely!
Many talents you have! 🙂
Thanks for your sweet words Holly. 🙂 They do make a cute couple, don't they?
I know, I didn't cry at my wedding either, but now I always do! I think there's just so much going on during your big day and you're a little too overwhelmed to realize what's goign on. 🙂
Such at beautiful wedding! I love the bouquet! http://www.littlemissfangirly.blogspot.com
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