Venue Review: Flaxton Gardens

6th November 2013

Flaxton Gardens, is a short drive from the town centre of charming Montville. This family owned and operated wedding venue is absolutely beautiful, with colonial homestead styling and impressive statement Egyptian crystal chandeliers. A highlight is the manicured gardens complete with water features and gazebo. The restaurant provides a romantic tranquil reception venue for your special day. And then of course there is the view of the beautiful rolling hills of the hinterland and Glass House Mountains.  //// Flaxton Gardens offers wedding packages for 20 up to 250 guests Divine food choices of canapes, or a seated three-course dinner, as well…

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Horses at Weddings

5th November 2013

Being Melbourne Cup Day, we thought some marvellous horsey weddings would put us all in the spirit. It’s really quite magical to include your trusty stead and best friend in your wedding. And there are many wedding venues on the Sunshine Coast where you can do just that. They certainly make for some seriously stunning wedding photos.  Above two images by Willow and Sage Photography //// Above image: Emma Nayler Photographer Above image by Jennifer Oliphant Photographer Above image by Boots Photography   Above collage by Boots Photography . See more from this gorgeous wedding at Yandina Station in our latest online magazine….

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Win a Bridal Boudoir Photo Shoot

3rd November 2013

  AND THE WINNER IS… RENEE MACDONALD  Winning entry:   Damaris – it’s chic, soft, luxurious, understated and french. CONGRATULATIONS Renee and a BIG THANK YOU to everyone that entered the competition!     This competition is now closed.     Good morrow, beautiful Sunshine Coast brides! It is a fabulous day indeed, as we have something quite special to share with you. We have partnered with some of the Sunshine Coast’s best wedding industry professionals to bring you an utterly delectable prize.  A bridal boudoir photographic package valued at over $1500 will be won by a lucky bride-to-be. The…

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Weekly Round Up

1st November 2013

This weekend I am off to old Brisbane town for an event I have waited for all year long! I will be absorbing the knowledge of three of the most popular bloggers in the whole world for two full days at The Blogcademy. I can tell you right now, friends, I am most definitely going to be that geek in the front row, scribbling notes frantically and raising my hand, "Ooh, ooh ooh! Meeee!" every five minutes. Oh, those poor girls.  Just in case you missed it… An intimate Noosa destination wedding for a UK couple at Little Cove A…

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Gallery: Marquee Weddings

31st October 2013

One of the most frequently asked questions we field here at The Bride’s Tree is how one goes about having a marquee wedding on the Sunshine Coast. Well, here’s the mystery unravelled for you all in one simple and simply splendid Gallery. Perry’s Sunshine Coast Event Hire specialise in the hire of beautiful marquees, and their extensive range lend themselves perfectly to use in weddings.  Weddings of all sizes and styles can find themselves happily held in one of Perry’s marquees, which can be hired in a number of sizes and styles. The marquees also have lighting and silk lining,…

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Anna Campbell Belle Ivoire

30th October 2013

Salut, mon cherie! We are feeling very pretty indeed today, as we have the latest collection from Australian Bridal designer, Anna Campbell, to share with you.  Anna Campbell’s breathtaking new Ivory Collection, Belle Ivoire, is taking off the rack bridal to a whole new level this Spring. The collection features intricate hand beading, exquisite 100% silk and lace fabrics and beautiful designs never before seen on an Anna Campbell off the rack range. Enchanting lace skirts make their debut in this timeless collection. Inbuilt trains, demure necklines and intricate beading reflect the antique feel and elegance of the Anna Campbell…

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Latest Magazine Released Today!

29th October 2013

It’s here and it’s a purrty one! Our latest free online bridal magazine is out today, lovely Sunshine Coast brides!  I can’t believe this is our 7th volume; it feels like just yesterday we launched our first. I must admit, I get just as excited as I did the very first time we loaded her up and let her loose on the interwebs. I still flick through her pages at least approximately five thousand times prior to release!  This time I have been especially excited, as I have been working closely with our designer, Andrea, from Jaye Create, on a…

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Wedding Film: Rachael & Ryan in Maleny

28th October 2013

Rachael and Ryan were married in Maleny at the multiple award-winning wedding venue, Maleny Manor. Ben Amos from Innovate Media was there to capture all of the special moments on film. The lucky couple now not only have a seriously special keepsake of their day that allows them to relive the day over and over again, they also have some stunning images from Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, Alan Hughes Photography.  Rachael + Ryan :: Cinematic Highlights Film from Innovate Media on Vimeo. //// Cinematographer: Innovate Media Photographer: Alan Hughes Photography Celebrant: Natalie Banner – From This Moment Ceremonies Makeup: Natalie…

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Intimate Destination Wedding – Little Cove, Noosa

27th October 2013

Natasha and Adam, along with their two children, Betty and Teddy, travelled a long journey to their wedding in Little Cove, Noosa. The journey started in 1997 when the UK couple met in their home town. After 15 years, two children and a very long flight, they made their vows in a very intimate ceremony, followed by a carefree reception at Bistro C, Noosa.  //// While they know it would have been easy to have a huge wedding with all the trappings back in the UK, a holiday to Australia and a Sunshine Coast wedding with only seven guests was…

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Weekly Round Up

25th October 2013

You know what would be awesome? If someone just gave you thousands of dollars worth of services towards your wedding. A lovely large figure, like $4,910-ish, right? Well, guess what?! One of you lucky Sunshine Coast brides is about to get just that.  A team of some of the most outstanding Sunshine Coast wedding professionals have put together a huge gift basket of goodies for one lucky couple, which includes $1000 towards your photography, $500 towards flowers, $250 towards suit hire, $1000 towards your very own designer made-to-measure bridal gown, hair, makeup, and a $600 ceremony stying package! Crazy, right! …

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Hi, I’m Sally, Founder and Editor of The Bride’s Tree. Over the past 13 years I’ve written thousands of articles about all things wedding from tips and trends to etiquette and ideas. On this blog I bring you the best of Sunshine Coast and Brisbane weddings.