The Boy and the Baker Tie the Knot: A look into the DIY aspects of the wedding

I can't believe it's been almost a month since we got married! Although we are still waiting for our photographer to send us the professional wedding photos, we were able to gather some pictures from our guests. Here's a sneak peak into our DIY, very much so Pinterest inspired wedding. After one year of intense planning, two very talented and crafty parents, two dedicated siblings, and two busy residents were able to put together a picture perfect wedding ceremony and reception. Rustic vintage themed, the wedding took place at Strawberry Farms Golf Club in Irvine, CA. We could not have asked for a more beautiful sunny day, filled with love and happiness, and surrounded by our dearest family and friends. We can't thank our family enough for all the late nights and stressful days they put into making this day absolutely beautiful and perfect in every way.


Part 1: The ceremony

The father of the bride created an amazing rustic white paneled doorway, flanked by crates topped with succulents grown by the bride's mother herself! The beginning of the aisle was decorated with succulents. A burlap banner ran across the beginning of the aisle, saying "This is how our story begins..."

One of the flower girls with a basket decorated by MOB

Ring bearer, rather than carrying the rings in the traditional sense of the term, carried a burlap banner made by MOB "here come's the bride" 

Flower girl and ring bearer carrying a banner made my MOB to head the recessional "...And they lived happily every after"

Part 2: The reception

The red barn doors with our first initials designed by MOB and FOB. Felt-backed wood letters detailed with daisies. To the right of the doors is the sign in table covered with a burlap and lace table cloth, also designed by MOB

Close up of the sign in table with a photobook guest book and a beautiful bark frame created by MOH 

Placecard table. Wooden table top created by FOB. Additional decor by MOB. 

Close up of placecard table. Wine cork placecards made by bride and MOH. 

Outdoor photo-op. Vintage couch purchased at an auction. Vintage suitcases found at garage sales and thrift stores. 

Giant JENGA made by bride and groom. Cornholes not pictured.

Wooden sign post made by MOB and FOB

Inside the barn

Gift table. Shutters found at local thrift stores, decorated with our engagement photos.

Favor table. Crates filled with mini jam/honey jars and baskets filled with tea bags. Back board and burlap made by FOB and MOB

Sweetheart table. Burlap "Mr & Mrs" banner made by MOB

Dessert table. Backboard and "Love is Sweet" swing made by FOB. Burlap table runner made by MOB. 

Indoor photo backdrop with crystal and willow arch made by MOB and FOB. 

 Up next: Step by step tutorial on how to make your own giant JENGA (pictured above) and corn holes with bean bags.