Would you believe that the bride hand painted every last sign you see at this wooden sign mint and peach wedding!" In an effort to make their big day meaningful this bride and groom DIYed just about the whole event!
We are completely impressed with this brides ability to plan, execute and enjoy her wedding. Which is why it would be a shame if you missed any of the details she and her new hubby worked so hard on. You can see all of the photos from Whittaker Portraits when you visit the full gallery here!

Deciding On A Color Scheme
From the Bride: One of my favorite things to plan was the color scheme. I knew right away that I wanted dusty shale to be the main color for the bridesmaids? dresses. I saw it as a unique neutral color, and the dresses were the perfect subtle backdrop for my summery bright flowers. My florist Shelayne Hammack from Twist Flowers did the most amazing job, especially on the arch and our bouquets. She completely exceeded my expectations in every way! I tried to keep most things in neutral shades?tablecloths, napkins, plates, décor?and let the flowers be the bright pops of color that stood out here and there.

Handmade Wedding Decor
We also made and built a lot of the decorations ourselves, which was a total bonding and learning experience, as it was new for both of us. I hand-lettered everything for the reception, including all the signs, menus, and table numbers. Even though it was a lot of work, I loved seeing the finished product fo...