Decor & Rentals Blog

The Wedding Story of... Samantha & Dan Hocker

A Couple Supports Each Other Through the Storms of Life

As the only girl in a family of three, Samantha had her heart set on a “princess wedding.” Yet that dream shattered when Annie, Sam’s mom, got seriously ill and spent 40 days in the hospital.  The wedding had to be postponed until a Thursday in August so that Annie could be by her only daughter’s side after enduring intensive therapy and recovery.

The Wedding Story of... Rich & Ami O'Brien

Their story started several years ago in the small town of Ligonier at West Noble High School. Rich was a few years older than Ami, but they crossed paths in the halls from time to time, never really speaking to one another. After all he was the cool Senior/punk skater boy and she was just a lowly freshman.

The Wedding Story of... Alaina & Eric Milton

When Alaina Borden and Eric Milton eventually reacquainted in 2003, the chemistry between them was undeniable. Both from Griffith, Indiana, they had known of each other for years, so neither found this surprising. Alaina recalls, “We were six years apart in school, but we knew each other through mutual friends.

The Wedding Story of... Amy & Matt Weyer

After losing a grandparent to non-Hodgkin lymphoma, both Amy Zolman and Matt Weyer became passionate about honoring their loved ones.  The two became involved with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Amy as a team coordinator and Matt as a volunteered marathon runner. Matt’s team captain, Amy’s co-worker, suggested the two meet. 

The Wedding Story of... Hilary & Mike Riley

I moved to Fort Wayne following graduation from Goshen College. I started my career and moved in with a family. I had only been living in Fort Wayne a couple weeks when I was approached by my best friend to go downtown on a blind date. Despite hesitation on both of our parts, Mikey and I agreed.

The Wedding Story of... Melody & Lamar Spencer

What could be more romantic than a getaway to a tropical paradise? Melody and Lamar Spencer found the answer by saying their vows under the warm Jamaican sun with their closest friends and family sharing in their day.

The Wedding Story of... Emily & Tyler Talsma

This Quirky Couple Created a Wedding That Matched Their Personalities

A Paloma Blanca gown had everything Stephanie’s heart desired: ivory, fitted, mermaid, silk and lace and buttons down the back and a train for a vintage look.

The Wedding Story of... Colin & Jamey Harding

Mix posh red with mellowed orange, add splashes of adventurous greens laced with bronzy copper and what do you have? The perfect palette for an inspired wedding.

The Wedding Story of... Jessica & Blake Sharpe

Blake and Jessica Sharpe have known each other a long time. She moved to Fort Wayne in the 7th grade and they both attended the same small middle school, then everyone moved on to high school together.

The Wedding Story of... Jessi & Jeremiah Warner

As a wedding and event planner, Jessi Haemmerle has helped create memorable experiences for her clients. Now, it was her turn!  Meeting through a mutual friend, Jessi and Jeremiah Warner’s elegant intimate wedding turned out to be an unforgettable Valentine’s Day in 2010.