Many couples prefer to write their own vows or put their own unique twist on traditional vows. And speaking from personal experience, it can be challenging to begin to writing them! Here are some of our favorite literary quotes, poems, passages, song lyrics, and quotes from thinkers & scientists to help spark inspiration and creativity in writing your one-of-a-kind vows.
Read more5 Unique Twists on Popular Wedding Trends
Few things are certain, but one I know to be true is trends will come and trends will go. A difficult aspects of planning a wedding is choosing how you want to incorporate trends into the ceremony and reception while staying authentic to you and your partner as a couple and as individuals. There’s no right or wrong way to integrate popular trends. Many of the couples I’ve worked with have put their special twist on popular wedding traditions. Here are just a few of the unique, Olympic Peninsula adaptations.
Read moreElopements
There are numerous reasons why couples choose to elope. Maybe you want to save for the future or an adventurous honeymoon or you want to keep one of life’s most special moments private and sacred. No matter the reason, there is no wrong way to say “I do” if it feels authentic and true to you two.
Read moreQ&A with Tanya Rublaitus, Port Townsend Wedding Planner
Tanya Rublaitus is the owner of PT Weddings & Events and is an amazing wedding planner, day-of-coordinator, and officiant. Tanya is lovely and wonderful and exactly the person you want in charge of the important details on your big day.
Tanya was kind enough to do a Q&A for the With These Rings blog. Learn more about Tanya and her services and what makes Port Townsend such a special place to say "I do."
Read moreI Do Sodo
I am excited to be a part of the I Do Sodo wedding show this Sunday, February 11th!
I Do Sodo is Seattle’s newest wedding show featuring over 100 Seattle wedding professionals in eight different venues in the Sodo neighborhood. My booth will be located at the beautiful Westland Distillery along with 16 other amazing vendors. And bonus, free parking at Safeco Field!
Read moreHow to get Married in Washington State
So you’ve hired your caterer, picked your processional song, and have sent out Save the Dates...but, do you actually know how to get married in Washington? It is easy to forget about paperwork when you’re planning and dreaming about one of the most important and meaningful days of your life.Here are the three important steps on how to obtain a marriage license.
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