Northern California Wedding Planner | Altar Love

Your ceremony space is the backdrop of where you will share your beautiful commitment and vows with your partner in front of your closest loved ones and friends. What will the space look like, what are the elements that set the tone for this exchange - Let’s jump in!

The Courtyard at Irongate Garden Inn is such a special place to say I Do, and the venue provides several altar options to choose from. This beauty below was hand built by one of the couples who shared their vows here, and they opted to adorn the arbor with greenery to match their aesthetic.

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Photo by Valory Evalyn Photography, Irongate Garden Inn

We still think back to this beautiful setting at the Redwood Grove of the UC Botanical Gardens in Berkeley for Jessica and Patrick’s wedding. The majestic trees were truly stunning! The couple incorporated an arbor with ornate origami cranes with the perfect pop of color.

Photo by Pretty Geeky, Redwood Grove - UC Botanical Gardens

Shelby and Travis truly weathered obstacles along the way before they got to say I Do, between fire season and COVID hurdles - nothing could stand in the way of their commitment to starting their next chapter together!

Photo by Valory Evalyn Photography, Private Residence McArthur, CA

Oh Miners Foundry, you have captured our hearts from the very first time we toured the space. Each couple has been able to add their personal touch to the space while embracing the undeniable understated elegance of the Stone Hall. Ashley & Brendan brought in draping and lighting elements to perfectly highlight their vision!

Photo by Kindred Weddings, Miners Foundry Nevada City

The Unity Circle at Wolfe Heights feels effortless, the garden style seating gives your guests the perfect view for your ceremony. You can add to the space, or enjoy just as it comes with the beautiful wood altar and surrounding greenery.

Photo by Eucario Visuals at Wolfe Heights, Sacramento

Does the Willow Tree ceremony location give you romantic vibes that it gives us? White Ranch is breathtaking and has so much character. A lot of love has been poured into the entire venue and it shows in every inch of the space. Clara and Aaron’s altar was a special sight with all of those beautiful blooms!

Photo by TreCreative at White Ranch, Chico

If sharing your ceremony amongst friends, family and beautiful roses sounds like a dream to you - Creekside Rose Garden may be just the place for you. The pergola set alongside the creek is pretty grand!

Photo by Sarah Tamagni Creekside Rose Garden, Chico

Modern brides behold - BLOC has the perfect space for your I Do’s. You can add greens, an arbor or even candlelight to set the tone for your ceremony!

Floral arrangements on shephard hooks, gracing your aisle leading up to a wine barrel altar with blooms can give any rustic bride inspiration for her wedding. The aisle flowers can be repurposed to your guest tables and your barrel arrangements can be a great accent to your sweetheart table. Christina & Bricen’s wedding was a rustic dream!

Photo by Worldlove Weddings, Private Residence

If Macrame is your love language, consider dressing up your altar with a piece that ties in your design and gives a nice contrast to your surroundings. Jyla had a perfect balance of boho and rustic charm!

Photo by Ashley Carlascio Photography, Little Bear Creek Ranch

A barrel room ceremony setting gives couples endless options as you can choose to bring in modern elements and lighting and use the barrels of the winery to balance out the space.

Shannon Rosan Weddings, Almendra Winery Durham

We couldn’t talk about ceremonies without a throw back to all of the magical days spent at the Honey Run Covered Bridge. We will hold this space in our hearts and jump for joy when it is rebuilt by the community. Even though we lost this space in the Camp Fire, it just goes to show you that you can transform any space and make amazing memories that will last a lifetime.

Photo by Mathew Lim Photography, Honey Run Covered Bridge

When you hear a homily shared amongst the congregation and you feel the tradition in every spoken word by the father - you know that you are witnessing a very special exchange of vows. The beautiful altar of St. Johns Baptist Church was adorned with florals to accent the couple’s fall wedding color palette.

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Photo by Ernest & Aurelia, St. Johns Baptist Church, Chico

Every ceremony that we witness is an absolute honor and we are incredibly grateful to our clients for trusting us to be a part of this memory while helping them execute the details!

Happy Planning! - XOXO The 530 Bride Team

Northern California Wedding Planner | Miners Foundry Weddings, Nevada City

Have you ever connected with a space, every time you walk in you just instantly feel at ease? From our first wedding at Miners Foundry Cultural Center in Nevada City back in 2015 to our most recent wedding last fall, it is simply a space a space I could never tire of because it can be something entirely different for every event that takes place there!

Photo by Artpix

Photo by Artpix

The Stone Hall is the show stopper of the venue, from the dramatic beams and stone work to the stone fireplace and when you add a pop of decor like the fabric draping or lounge furniture - it’s just stunning. Some couples choose to do ceremony in the Stone Hall, and reception in the Osborne Room while others have done their ceremony in the upper gallery and used the Stone Hall for dinner & dancing; there are many different variations.

Photo by Kindred Weddings

We’ve also done weddings were the ceremony and reception is held in the Stone Hall and during the cocktail hour our team along with the catering staff transition (aka flip) the space from the ceremony set-up to reception. It’s always an exhilarating task and so rewarding to see everyone’s reactions when they come back into the space.

Photo by Kindred Weddings

What’s also really great about Miners Foundry, is the proximity to the local shops, bed and breakfasts, hotels and more so the guest experience is always really fun for those who can spend a little time to enjoy Nevada City. Since we are based in Chico, it is an easy (and beautiful) drive to Nevada City and always a treat to work in the area so if you are looking for a really awesome destination in Northern California for your wedding definitely check out Miners Foundry!
~ Happy Planning!

Northern California Wedding Planner | Sneak peeks - Michelle & Eric

Miners Foundry Wedding - Sneak Peeks from Cassie Mae Photography

If you want to see a wedding planner do a happy dance, it's definitely happening when we see sneak peeks posted after a wedding day.  It is so neat to see the highlights from the day and the happiness in the photos.  We know Michelle and Eric had a blast at their wedding and they are loving all of the photos from Cassie Mae Photography.   

Miners Foundry is such a neat wedding venue, and was the perfect setting for Michelle and Eric's spring wedding.  We can't wait to share more and tell you all about the details of their day.

8.29 - Erin & Seth's First Anniversary | The 530 Bride

Planning a wedding all on your own can be an overwhelming task, so when Erin reached out to us and we started talking about everything on her plate, we were more than happy to jump on board.  Erin and Seth had a long distance relationship, not a few hours apart but across seas.  Both of them had demanding jobs and weren't able to devote a lot of time to planning their wedding but that didn't mean they weren't hands on with the details.  Erin found meaning in the small things, no detail left to chance because her wedding and her marriage to Seth had incredible meaning.  

When we sought out venues, we looked for locations that had history and substance as well as industrial or masculine aspects to represent Seth as well.  When we found Miners Foundry, everything fell into place.  Grass Valley and Nevada City are both considered small towns but there were no shortage of creative artists and wedding professionals to choose from!  

Here we are a year later, and still just in awe of how magical their wedding day was.  Life settles back in and a new chapter unfolds in your first year of marriage.  In this case, Erin and Seth welcomed a beautiful baby boy into the world this spring and have many more amazing chapters to come.  Here are some of our favorite shots from their wedding captured by Artpix Portrait Studio! 

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Her incredible gown and cathedral veil, Miosa Bridal Sacramento 

Her incredible gown and cathedral veil, Miosa Bridal Sacramento 

Make-up by Danae Marie's Salon & Boutique

Make-up by Danae Marie's Salon & Boutique

Bridal Bouquet by Cambray Rose Florist 

Bridal Bouquet by Cambray Rose Florist 

Draping by TinRoof Farmhouse 

Draping by TinRoof Farmhouse 

Aisle Decor by ArtinBloom Floral Design 

Aisle Decor by ArtinBloom Floral Design 

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Erin & Seth's wedding weekend was romantic and so special, it was truly just about them as it should be.  These two have had many miles between them for much of their relationship but as husband and wife they will never part.  

Congratulations on your first year of marriage! 

Cheers!
The 530 Bride

Venue: Miners Foundry / Catering: Antonio Ayasteran Catering / Photography: Artpix Portrait Studio / Ceremony Draping: TinRoof Farmhouse / Florists: Art in Bloom of Grass Valley and Cambray Rose Florist, Chico CA / Hair and Make-up: Danae Marie's Salon and Boutique / Bridal Gown: Miosa Bridal Sacramento / Rentals Celebrations Party Rentals, Roseville