Q&A with Bergen Teschner, Owner & Designer, Fire and Blooms

Bergen, owner & designer, of Fire & Blooms loves celebrations and creating beauty through foraged florals, wildflowers, and locally grown flowers to enhance celebrations. She loves that no two floral designs will ever be exactly alike and considers that part of the wedding magic of what she creates. Read below to learn more about Bergen and her approach to floral design and Olympic Peninsula weddings!

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Q&A with Autumn Pappas, Officiant with Happy Heart Ceremonies

Autumn Pappas, Officiant with Happy Heart Ceremonies, believes that your wedding is a celebratory time to start your life with your partner and create a one-of-a-kind ceremony that represents your unique love story.

Read below to learn more about Autumn and her approach to celebrating your special day with you! 

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Q&A with Olivia Tousseau of Middle Name Baking Co.

Olivia of Wildflower Cakes on the Olympic Peninsula uses fresh flowers, fruits and greenery to create some of the most beautiful cakes that I have seen. And I have heard that they are absolutely delicious! Read more below about Olivia and her cakes and if you are getting married on the Peninsula you will definitely want to set up a consultation and tasting with her.

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5 Incredible Washington Proposal Locations

I love this time of year and not just because of the holidays and the changing seasons. Thanksgiving thru Valentine’s Day is proposal season! It is so fun to think about all the people keeping this special secret that will soon be unveiled and two lives will be forever changed.

Many details and emotions go into a proposal and one frequently asked question at With These Rings is “Where should I propose?” We came up with a few of our favorite local spots to ask the surprise question that will forever be etched on your hearts.

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5 Casual Wedding Ideas for Introverts

Traditional weddings aren’t designed for introverts and that is the joy of planning your wedding! You and your partner get to create a special day that reflects the two of you from beginning to end.

So whether you’re an introvert or looking for a more casual, laid-back event, here are a few of tips on how to make your wedding day feel more comfortable and more like you and your partner!

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5 Ways to Make Your Wedding More Eco-Friendly

Weddings don’t exactly have the reputation of being eco-friendly but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t or can’t be.

There are many small ways you can make your special day a little greener and have less of an impact on the environment. From buying local flowers to a serving a farm-to table menu - we have five eays ways for you to incorporate eco-friendly elements into your ceremony and reception!

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