A Dreamy, Rustic Wedding In Carman, Manitoba

Updated Oct 21, 2014

For their wedding day Jessica and Garry imagined a lovely outdoor celebration filled with lace, burlap and soft pastel colours.

The couple's ceremony took place in Garry's parents' backyard and was officiated by a close friend. "The family farm was the perfect setting for our intimate, outdoor wedding ceremony," says Jessica. "Garry grew up there and it is a place that will always have a very special meaning to him and now to me." For the reception, Jessica and Garry had a tent erected on the property so guests could fully enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings throughout the celebration. The reception tent was decorated with burlap buntings, Mason jar details and lovely arrangements of baby's breath and hydrangeas.

"Our wedding felt like a whirlwind, it was charming and had touches of whimsy and it was truly the most incredible day shared with the wonderful people in our lives, who we hold close to our hearts," says Jessica.

Jessica Owen and Garry Knaggs, June 22, 2013, Carman, Manitoba.

Photography courtesy of Personal Expressions Photography and Jeremy Sawatzky.

Vendors Ceremony and reception location: The groom's family's farm Bridal gown: Maggie Sottero from Stella's Bridal Bridal party attire: Stella's Bridal Groom and groomsmen's attire: EPH Apparel Caterer: Country Style Catering Music: Lou Joe Sound Makeup: Fine Eyes Makeup Artists Flowers: Carman Florists & Gift Boutique Linens: The Little Linen Rentals: Let's Celebrate Rentals