An Outdoor Virginia Wedding At The Family Home

Photographer: Craig Spiering, Spiering Photography | Location: Shenandoah Valley, VA | Venue: Family Property on the South River | Maria’s Dress: J.Crew Sample Dress bought off eBay | Maria’s Shrug: Knitted by neighbor | Maria’s Boots: Second hand at Says Who & Seams to Fit | James’s Attire: J.Crew (shirt), Uniqlo (Jacket and jeans) | James’s Tie and Shoes: Bay Area second hand stores | Rings: Sterling silver with redwood inlays, made by Jewelry by Johan | Food: R. Matthew Poteat and team, Patsy Wood of Country Cupboard | Cake: Carrot Cake by Cakes by Rachel (Rachel Willis) | Flowers: Bought in bulk from Susan Roepke of Flower Fields | Picnic Tables: Lowe’s, assembled by friends and family. Re-sold to the Department of Parks and Recreation of Augusta County | Chinese Lanterns and Christmas Lights: Borrowed from friends | Napkins, Silverware, Wine Glasses, Galvanized Tubs, and Antique Ball Jars: eBay, Craigslist, and local estate sales | Floral Supplies and Candles: Save on Crafts | Table Runners: Handmade by Maria’s aunt | Ball Jars for drinking: Target | Favors: Honey from bride’s parents’ Middle River Bees | Rentals: Central Virginia Rentals | Band: The Judy Chops | Tent, Stage, and Dance Floor: Affordable Tents and Rentals | Porta Johns: Cline Associates | Alcohol: Boont Amber Ale and Ommegang Hennepin Saison from Beer Run | Wines: Costco | Sangria: Made by the Bride’s father | Guitar for Ceremony: Andrew Claassen | Wedding Dress Alterations: Louise Austrie | Invitations: Bride and Groom, Plates made by Elum Designs and template from Best Day Ever