Joan and Sam - A Very DIY Wedding

For more photos visit Birke Photography's Blog

Ilona and Dennis’ Wedding at The Skinner Bar

Some great photos taken by Spencer Leonard Photography of Ilona & Denni's wedding we planned at the beautiful Skinner Barn in Waitsfield, Vermont.

Speical thank yous to such a great Bride & Groom! And to some of our favorite wedding vendors, Peter Boynton from the Skinner Barn, Catering by Dale, wedding cake by Michelle Hines at The Cakery, beautiful florals by Nancy Murray at A Schoolhouse Garden, Hydeaway Bar Service, Top Hat Entertainment and Weddings, Tents & Events for helping make this such a special day!

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Please visit Speencer Leonard's Blog for more photos from this beautiful day!

Slideshow of Michelle and Matt's Wedding

Rain didn't ruin Michelle & Matt's special day at Hildene in Manchester, Vermont. This stunning event we planned featured gorgeous flowers by Tara Pollio Floral & Event Design, hotel and pre-wedding dressing at the Equinox Resort and of course, photos by Mike Riddell!

Photo slideshow by Mike Riddell

Inspiration Board: The Luck o' the Irish

Clockwise from top left:

Enniskerry Necklace from tippystockton, Lucky notecard from LaBelleVieDesign,
Custom Moss Table Number from Katenkylie, Threshold Slingbacks from BHLDN,
Love Birds from dearjes, Woodland Boutonniere by sparkleandposy

Wedding Favors for a Good Cause!

More and more couples are incorporating a charitable element into their big day - perhaps as individual favor announcements or a general announcement card at each guest table. It's gratifying to see couples generously opening their hearts to others on their wedding day. What a wonderful way to celebrate the love they share - by sprinkling some of that love out to others by doing good. It's got a good vibe to it!

Tips:

• The couple should select a charity with deep, personal meaning to them.


• Ask the charity you select if they provide donation cards. Or if you are are creative, get together with your bridesmaids and have a favor making party!


• If you are not crafty, there are numerous lovely shops on Etsy.com that can craft unique favor cards for your wedding, like 1313 Designs (featured right)


• For suggestions on wording your card, visit Favor Ideas

Gifts for the Groom and Groomsmen

Clockwise from top:
Personalized Hand Stamped Sterling Money Clip by donnaOdesigns
Snowboard pint glass by EastMesaDesign
Engraved Multi-Tool Pliers with Flashlight by A Perfect Wallet
Ski Ticket Gift Card from Stowe Mountain Resort
Hollow Book Safe with Flask Cutout from ConduitPress
Wedding Party Cuff Links from KristinVictoria

Julia & Jason: Majestic Hill-Top Wedding in Vermont

Julia & Jason's love of Vermont's pastoral beauty, horses, and Lake Memphremagog provided a stunning backdrop for their August 2010 wedding at the Cliff Haven Farm in Newport, Vermont. The rustic setting featured an outdoor ceremony and whimsical cocktail time, followed by an elegant reception fit for a King and Queen.

Our staff at NJoy Event Planning were treated to working with two wonderful families who had us laughing the whole weekend, despite a little rain! And as always, we loved working with such talented vendors as photographer Sabin Gratz, floral designer Nancy Murray from A Schoolhouse Garden, Jacques & Mimm LeBlanc from Cliff Haven Farm Bed & Breakfast, Matt & Maggie from Spice of Life Catering, all housed under three spectacular tents from Vermont Tent Company.

Venue: Cliff Haven Farm Bed & Breakfast
Wedding Planning: NJoy Event Planning
Floral Design: A Schoolhouse Garden
Photography: Sabin Gratz Photography
Caterer and Bar Service: Spice of Life Catering
Officiant: Mitzi McInnis
Cake: Irene's Cakes by Design
Tent & Rentals: Vermont Tent Company
Linens: The Linen Shop at Occasions
Band & Cocktail Musicians: Stardust
Hair & Make-Up: Cynthea's Spa