I recently had the pleasure of attending the wedding of my lovely cousin, Colleen, and her new husband, Tim. The outdoorsy couple chose to have a lakeside wedding at a northern Wisconsin resort and thought of every detail to create the perfect mix of sweet and quirky to match their fun-loving personalities.
Photo by Lucas Botz Photography
Custom wooden signs by Trueconnection directed guests to various wedding events with a lighthearted sense of humor. 
The ceremony was held lakeside. Bridesmaids wore knee-length red dresses, flip flops and gorgeous gold jewelry made by 3 Maries Designs, a friend of Colleen’s, while the men wore suits with striped ties.
Photos by Dan Cooley
Cocktail tables were set with burlap runners and little vintage jars filled with custom straws from Bab’s Giddygappers for guests to sip signature drinks and a casual seating chart led guests to their table in lieu of place cards that could blow away in the outdoor setting.
Cheerful banners by Liddabits and little white lights brightened the reception tent.
Tables were adorned with burlap runners and several small, unique arrangements of colorful fall florals and candles in vintage glass jars and apothecary bottles. Jars were accented by custom ribbons from The Lonely Heart with the couple’s nicknames or the phrase “je t’aime” in honor of when Colleen lived in France. Colleen arranged the reception flowers herself with the help of family and friends.
Table numbers were tucked into large vintage Ball jars filled with red, orange or yellow jelly beans – perfect for a little post-dinner treat. Guests were encouraged to fill out custom mad libs from August Press and read them to the couple instead of clinking glasses to earn a public smooch. Custom wire “Mr” and “Mrs” signs from The Funky Shack marked the bride and groom’s seats.
A photo station full of silly props helped guests to let loose at the reception. Even the bride’s parents and little flower girls got in on the action.
Photo by Lucas Botz Photography
Photo by Lucas Botz Photography
All in all, it was a perfect weekend for a perfect couple!
Resort: Dillman’s Bay Resort
Wildbooth Photos: Lucas Botz Photography
Bride’s Dress: Jim Hjelm
Bridesmaid Dresses: Simple Silhouettes from Flutter boutique, Minneapolis
Reception Flowers: FiftyFlowers.com (Wholesale – arranged by bride)
Bridal Bouquets: Just Bloomed, Minneapolis
