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Maggie and Theresia were married in an octagonal barn in in West Liberty, Iowa. They love DIY, so they made almost all of the decor themselves including all of the tablecloths, bunting, and book centerpieces. Friends made their cake and each of their grandmas made cookies. One of their favorite wedding moments was when their friends, who had formed a band and practiced for weeks for this event, performed “Home” by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. In addition, they hired a string band which led to much square dancing and frolicking (which the kids especially loved).

Hannah White photographed the day and said, “Their family and friends surrounded them with the most support and encouragement I've ever seen at a wedding.” She also noted that the food was spectacular, including tons of appetizers, Indian cuisine, and an epic dessert bar. Let's take a look…

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Comments on A sweet barn wedding with a string band

  1. This is definitely in the category of “weddings I’d like to go to”. It looks like everyone is so happy and having a great time. Congratulations!

  2. I love seeing pics like the one of the ceremony under the tree and being blown away that there are such naturally gorgeous places in the world. What a beautiful day!

    Also, love the cake topper, love the kiddos, love the bowtie, and LOVE the adorable pregnant bride!

    • Does anyone know where this dress came from? Or what pattern it was sewn from?

      • ooh i’m pretty sure this is a dress from modcloth that i had been eyeballing for months and months but didn’t think my boobs would be able to fit into! now i see this beautiful lady and know it would have fit! love it.

  3. I rarely comment on mostly picture wedding post, but my goodness, this is gorgeous.

    I don’t know if I should be super jealous or super happy. I settled on a combination of both.

  4. Beautiful! These pictures do a wonderful job of capturing the beauty that is this union of love, as well as, all of the love that surrounds it!! So happy for Maggie and Theresia!

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