Alexa and Andrew went the DIY route for their July wedding, choosing to match the décor to their venue (Castle Hill at Crane Estate in Ipswich, Massachusetts) for an “elegant casual seaside” look. Heather Parker Photography captured all of the DIY details, including paper pomanders, drink stirrers, table numbers, menus, programs and pennant banners!
The lovely bride Alexa says, I used coordinated paper products from Anna Griffin and the matching fabrics, also by Anna Griffin. We made escort card pinwheels by hand, and they were a huge hit at the wedding. Also mini paper pinwheels on the cake. We baked over 1000 cookies for a cookie buffet. Our mothers did a lot of sewing, making all of the table overlays and the chuppah top. I had dreamed about getting married at Castle Hill from when I was a little girl. We used bright pinks and greens coupled with navy blue to achieve a summery look. Our décor had a subtle nautical theme, with shells and coral prints on our paper and fabrics. We met while we were at Vanderbilt, so we included a few southern touches – a signature cocktail of sweet tea vodka and lemonade. We were both active in Greek life, and I had our pins soldered together and pinned them to my bouquet – got the idea of attaching the pins from Andrew’s grandmother, who had her and his grandfathers pins soldered together after they were married.
Vendors ~
Caterer: Swartz Catering ~ Somerville, MA
Event Planner: Dot Your i’s Events ~ S. Grafton, MA
Floral Designer: Bella Floral Design ~ Westwood, MA
Reception Venue: Castle Hill at Crane Estate ~ Ipswich, MA
Invitation Designer: Blush Design Studio ~ Boston, MA
Dress Store: Aisle Style Bridals ~ Elmhurst, IL
Band: The Superband ~ Brookline, MA
Tuxedo and Men’s Attire: TuxandTulle ~ San Luis Obispo, CA
Photography: Heather Parker Photography ~ Chicago, IL
