Captured by Elsa Campbell, Natalie and Elliott’s farmstead wedding proves that DIY can be a more than worth the effort. After receiving a gift from her bridesmaid for a bouquet workshop at Villa Floretti, Natalie decided to fulfil her dream of flowering her own wedding, while satisfying her obsession with King Proteas. The result was a foliage and flora filled wonderland – a DIY dream for aspiring florists!

Their venue, Country Heart, is a working brussels sprout farm in Coldstream, just a short drive from Melbourne. Natalie shares, “We love the outdoors so having our ceremony outside was something we’ve always wanted. When we first saw the paddock overlooking the Healesville Ranges and knew we’d found the place we’d get married!” Their ceremony was open invite, with over 200 people attending to witness their ‘I dos’, followed by an afternoon tea catered by friends and family, complete with donut wall. Coffees were served from the gorgeous converted caravan bar, Frankie, which later poured the drinks at their reception.

The rest of the evening continued in the farm’s converted air hangar – which was the perfect mix of indoors with an outside feel, as the whole side of the venue opening out onto a grassy area overlooking the scenery. Roaming canapes and lawn games were followed by share plates on the long tables inside the hangar. Styled by the bride, the venue featured an abundance of gum foliage and native blooms, taking full advantage of the lofty space.

The key to this pair’s DIY success was in their very helpful loved ones. Elliott shares, “Delegation proved to be the name of the game as Nat was able to distribute tasks. Just about every detail was put together by ourselves or family and friends – it really made the day all that more special knowing that it was a contribution and team effort by so many who love us.”