Lindsey + Jared’s Handmade Beach Wedding

Lindsey + Jared tied the knot in a picturesque handmade beach wedding in Cannon Beach, Oregon. The happy couple enjoyed beautiful weather, their closest friends and family members, and a memory of what Lindsey recalls as, “the most perfect day”. That’s what we love to hear! Lindsey is a friend and featured artisan in The Marketplace (of the lovely Lost and Fawned) and she wholeheartedly supports and admires handmade weddings. So, it was no surprise that most of the wedding day details she incorporated were handmade or DIY-inspired. Since we love to hear about the day directly from the bride… take it away, Lindsey!

“The wedding took place on August 15, 2009 in Cannon Beach, Oregon.

Our goal was to create an intimate, casual atmosphere for our guests. Most (probably 80%) were from out of town and many had never been to the pacific northwest. I really wanted to show off the sights and flavors I grew up around.

Our caterer used local flavors like berries, Oregon Bay Shrimp and salmon and fused it with some of our favorite things like Italian food and Thai flavors to create a menu that reflected us perfectly. We had a “create your own pasta station” and guests had almost unlimited options to make a dish of freshly tossed pasta that was completely unique. All the beer and wine was local and we also featured a huge pitcher or fresh fruit sangria instead of cocktails as well as Oregon Strawberry Lemonade and citrus infused water.

We let the picturesque view of Haystack Rock do most of the talking and kept the rest of the decor fairly simple. A friend of ours picks up flowers from the local flower market and the morning of the wedding my grandma and aunt arranged them in an assortment of milk glass vases, bowls and pedestals my mom has been collecting. With the help of my mother-in-law, I sewed hundreds of pretty patterned napkins to bring a little texture to the tables. Many guests actually took them home as a souvenir. I also made a simple string of pendants the drape across the breezeway over our cake table.

We had a beautiful day that was a little breezy but no rain, which is a blessing at the coast where the weather is extremely unpredictable. During the wedding on the beach we had quite a few wedding crashers looking on, but it was funny more than anything. I guess you just have to expect that when you have the wedding in such a public place during a very busy time. The sunset was gorgeous and we finished the evening with a bonfire on the beach. It was the most perfect day.”

Venue :: Lindsey’s Aunt & Uncle’s beach house in Cannon Beach, Oregon (a private residence)
Date :: August 15, 2009 // Guests in Attendance :: 77 guests

Vendors

Photographer :: Christina Gilchrist http://www.christinagilchrist.com

Bridal Gown :: San Patrick
Bridal Shoes :: Flats from Urban Outfitters // Green heels by Seychelles
Bolero :: Bonzie
Earrings :: Jinyana
Bracelet :: Bel Canto
Hair Accessories :: Twigs & Honey
Alterations :: Jeany Li of Jeany’s Bridal Couture in Hillsboro.

Groom
Groom’s Suit :: JCrew
Groom’s Tie :: Toy Breaker

The Bridal Party
Bridesmaid Dresses :: Anthropologie
Groomsmen Sweaters :: Gap

Decor / Accessories
Invitations :: Hand printed by Ugly Kitty
Flowers :: Bouquets + boutonniere from Basketcase in Cannon Beach
Centerpieces :: designed by Lois Ellibee and Deborah DeSousa (Lindsey’s Grandma and Aunt)
Rentals :: West Coast Event Productions
Cake Topper :: Ann Wood Handmade

Catering
Caterer :: Claey’s Catering in North Plains, Oregon

Menu
Passed Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktails
-Thai Salmon Cake with Peanut Sauce
-Italian Pinwheels
-Bruschetta with Caprese Topping
-Croustini Topped with Sundried Tomato Mousse
-A Chilled Prawn with a Cilantro Garnish

Dinner
Station Number One:
Cooked to Order Pasta Bar Featuring the Following Items
Penne and Rotini Pastas
with Choice of Smoked Salmon, Oregon Bay Shrimp or Julienned Chicken Breast
Fresh Cut Vegetables, Sundried Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts
Marinara Sauce, Alfredo Sauce, Pesto, Fresh Butter, Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Garnishes of Shredded Parmesan, Pecorino Romano & Red Pepper Flakes,

Salads, Fruits & Breads
-Fresh Tossed Spinach & Romaine Caesar Salad with House Made Garlic Herb Croutons
-Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit Display
-Tuscan Pasta Salad
-Antipasti Tray with Fresh & Marinated Vegetables,
-Cheeses & Meats served with Croustini, Select Crackers and Sliced Baguette
-Garlic Bread Sticks & Herbed Focaccia Wedges Served with Butter or Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar

Cake
Provided by The Dessert Tray in Beaverton, Oregon
Flavors
Lemon Poppyseed with Lemon and Raspberry Cream Cheese Filling on two tiers
Chocolate Fudge with chocolate ganache and fresh raspberry preserves
Ivory buttercream frosting white with fondant eyelet lace

DIY
-Hand sewn napkins from a variety of fabrics from Amy Butler
-Handmade Bunting from scraps from the napkins
-Handmade runners for tables
-Embroidered pillows for lounge
-Centerpieces were made from the milk glass collections of Lindsey, her mother and grandmother. The flowers were purchased cut and Lindsey Grandmother (Lois Ellibee) and aunt (Debbie DeSousa) designed all the centerpieces the morning of the wedding

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Thanks to Lindsey + Jared for sharing their wedding day with us! We wish you many happy years together! ♥

Happy Planning,

-THE EB TEAM