Ceremonies with Katie

09/12/2024

Wanting to level up on your wedding ceremony? GAME ON!! 🎮🕹 Think your shared love of geek culture can’t feature in your big day? Think again!

Blending your fandom with the romance of the day is easier (and more magical) than you think. Forget the worries like “Will it be too much?” or “Will guests think it’s tacky?” – when you book me as your celebrant, we’ll balance the fun, geeky vibes with all the love and sentiment you want. From subtle nods to full-on theme takeovers, it’s all about creating a ceremony that’s uniquely YOU.

💌 Ready to make your wedding a geeky lovefest? Book your discovery call today and let’s get started! 💌

20/11/2024

Sunday at at The Factory Works in Birmingham was an absolute BLAST! 🎉

♥️ Met so many incredible couples with the coolest wedding plans
♥️ Chatted to some truly awesome suppliers (seriously, you’re all amazing!)
♥️ Soaked up ALL the creative, quirky vibes

If you missed saying hello on the day – don’t panic! 🖤 We can still chat!!! You can still book a free discovery call to chat all about your big day and to see if I might be the right fit for your unique, non-traditional ceremony. ♥️

💌 Drop me a message, and I’ll send you the link to my calendar. Let’s make your ceremony as epic as you are!

19/10/2024

🖤 Bostin’ news, Bab! 🖤

🖤 I’m super excited to announce that I’ve been selected to showcase at The Un-Wedding Show in Birmingham on 17th November at the awesome Factory Works, Digbeth! 🏙️

💍 If you’re planning a non-traditional, one-of-a-kind wedding that reflects your style and personality, come along and find me there!!

🦸🏻‍♀️ For those of you that don’t know me… I’m Katie, your friendly neighbourhood celebrant and my mission is to rescue couples from having a boring wedding ceremony. I create and officiate one of a kind ceremonies that perfectly capture my clients unique styles and personalities - telling your story, your way. Whether you’re into geeky, quirky, or just something completely different – I’m here to make it happen! 🌈💖

🖤 The Un-Wedding Show is packed with awesome alternative suppliers from Birmingham and beyond, and the venue itself is a super cool urban space – perfect for couples looking for something a bit different. Can’t wait to meet lots of cool, creative couples ready to plan their wedding, their way! 🖤

Aaaaand it’s not just about fab suppliers – The Un-Wedding Show proudly supports - helping to put an end to child marriage. 💪👧🏽💞

🎟️ Grab your tickets now – don’t miss this epic day!

♥️💌 And if you can’t wait till then to start planning your awesome ceremony, DM me to book a discovery call and let’s start planning your perfect ceremony today! 💌♥️

04/10/2024

✨ Join the Rebellion… ✨

🌌 Let’s restore freedom to the galaxy by throwing out that outdated wedding rulebook!

💫 Join my rebel alliance and have a one-of-a-kind ceremony that celebrates your unique love, styles and personalities!!!

♥️ As a modern celebrant who lives for unique, quirky touches, I love weaving your passions—subtle or not-so-subtle—into your special day!

Whether it’s lightsabers at the ready 🟢🔵 or a cheeky nod to the dark side 🖤, I’ll help you bring your fandom to life in ways that are 100% YOU!

🌟 With a celebrant, the only limit is your imagination—so go all-in on that Star Wars theme (or any theme you’re obsessed with!). From Jedi-worthy unity rituals to a Cantina Band, I’ll help you create a ceremony that’s fun, personal, and totally YOU!

♥️💌 Let’s chat! Drop me a message to book your FREE discovery call and let’s start planning a ceremony that’s out-of-this-galaxy amazing! 💌♥️

💍 Not getting married? You can still join the rebellion!!!! Save me for later… or tag a fellow fan who needs some wedding inspo!

19/09/2024

🎉 About last weekend @ The Quirky Wedding Fayre...🎉

I had the BEST time meeting so many incredible couples and like-minded suppliers at The Quirky Wedding Fayre in Manchester, last Sunday! Thank you to .weddings for having me. And a huge thanks to for my beautiful bespoke skirt - WITH POCKETS… I had so many compliments! 💍✨

🙌 To everyone who stopped by for a chat – thank you! It was awesome hearing all about your plans for alternative, fun, and totally you weddings.

🙋🏻‍♀️ If you're looking for a celebrant who loves shaking up tradition, adding a big splash of personality, and creating one-of-a-kind ceremonies that reflect your story – I’m definitely your girl!

✍🏼 I specialise in writing and officiating completely bespoke ceremonies, full of fun, love, and a few surprises along the way. From quirky unity rituals to heartfelt moments, I’m all about bringing joy and personality to the ceremony… Why wait until the reception for the fun to start?!? 🎉🍾

💖 Let’s make your wedding day as unforgettable and full of personality as your love story!

♥️💌 Book a discovery call today and we can start chatting about your big day! 💌♥️...

06/09/2024

✨ WIN TWO ULTIMATE VIP TICKETS ✨
Dreaming of a wedding that’s as unique as you are? Look no further than the UK’s favourite alternative, inclusive Wedding Fayre!

I’m so excited to be showcasing at the Quirky Wedding Fayre at The Castlefield Rooms, Manchester on Sunday 15th September and to celebrate I have two Ultimate VIP tickets to give away to one awesome, lucky couple! 🥂✨
Here’s what’s included in the Ultimate VIP ticket:
⚡ Entry to the Quirky Wedding Fayre
🥂A glass of Prosecco
🍾Use of the Pimp Your Prosecco Bar from Popaball
🛍️An exclusively designed tote bag filled with over £30 worth of merchandise, freebies and samples
📖A free printed copy of Quirky Weddings Magazine
Entering is easy:
⚡ Like this post
⚡ Follow me and
⚡ Tag who you’d bring with you in the comments below! Each tag is an entry, so tag away!
On Sunday 8th September I’ll be picking one lucky winner at random!
At the Quirky Wedding Fayre, it’s all about celebrating individuality and making your big day truly unforgettable. No cookie-cutter weddings! 🍰💍 you can grab your FREE tickets to any of their fayres across the UK from today!
💕Don’t miss out on your chance to win the ultimate Quirky Wedding experience! 💕
Good luck, lovebirds! 🍀

03/09/2024

♥️ Calling all engaged Disney fans! ♥️

🪄✨ Are you looking to add a dash of Disney magic on your wedding day? Well, your wish is my command! 🧞‍♂️

🙋🏻‍♀️ As a Modern Celebrant, I love creating and officiating completely one-of-a-kind wedding ceremonies that perfectly showcase my clients unique styles and personalities.

📖 One way to add a touch of magic to your day is having a Disney inspired reading in your ceremony….

💖 Disney readings are filled with love, hope, and the kind of fairy-tale romance that makes your vows even more meaningful. 🌹💑

🏰 Customising your ceremony with readings that reflect your love of Disney, is a wonderful way to showcase your personality as well as your love - making your wedding uniquely yours. 📖❤️

🎉 Disney readings bring a joyful and whimsical vibe to your ceremony, setting the stage for a celebration that’s as magical as your love story. 🎠💫

♥️💌 If you love this idea, all my other Disney Wedding ideas! Ready to create a ceremony that’s truly enchanting? Get in touch to plan your unique and magical wedding with me! 💌♥️

14/08/2024

22/06/2024

📻📡🎙️ Calling all loved up Stranger Things fans!!! 🎙️📡📻

♥️ Did you fall in love to a soundtrack of 80s synth music as you binged Stranger Things together?

🧩 When you have a shared love for a TV show or movie or a book, it becomes a tiny piece of your love story…

💒 If you are now planning your wedding, maybe you could add a touch of Hawkins magic to your ceremony? Why not… I mean, stranger things have happened!!

🔦 Today I’m shining a light on a few Stranger Things Unity Ritual ideas… because I’m a geek… and I just bloody LOVE unity rituals SO much! 🔦

🕯️ Unity Rituals are such a great way to add an extra layer of meaning to your ceremony. They can symbolise your unity whilst giving a little nod to your favourite shows, movies or interests. And the best part is.. you can make them up!

🎉 Celebrate your epic love story. Create an unforgettable wedding ceremony and showcase your unique style and fandom!

🙋🏻‍♀️ Ready to dive into the upside down with these strange and awesome ideas? Let’s chat about how to make your day extra special and completely unique! 📞💌

08/06/2024

💍 Are you and your partner both Lord of the Rings fans?

♥️ When you have a shared love for a movie or a book, it becomes a tiny piece of your love story… Maybe you only swiped right because of the witty Tolkien quote on their profile… Maybe you fell in love rewatching the movies together or rereading the books… Maybe you have tons of in jokes and constantly reference the movie… or maybe it was on a trip to New Zealand when they proposed! ♥️

🧩 If Lord of the Rings is a piece in the puzzle of your love, then why not feature it on your big day!

🧝‍♂️ Whether you are looking for a full on shire shindig or just a subtle nod to your favourite tale, a Lord of the Rings-themed unity ritual could add a unique and personalised touch to your special day!

🌋 Let’s make your wedding as legendary as Frodo’s journey to Mount Doom… but with less stress.. and fewer orcs.

📞💌 Let’s chat all things wedding and create a ceremony that’s uniquely yours? Get in touch now! 💌📞

📲 Message me to discuss how we can bring the magic of Middle-earth to your wedding day! 💕

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17/05/2024

♥️♥️ Hello from your friendly, neighbourhood celebrant! ♥️♥️
💍 I love nothing more than creating one-of-a-kind ceremonies that completely capture a couple’s unique styles and personalities… and today I’m speaking to all my fellow superhero fans 🦸🏻‍♀️ about some marvel-ous unity ceremony ideas! 💒
⚡️ Imagine you and your partner are superheroes, each with your own unique powers and abilities. A unity ceremony is like that epic moment in the superhero movie when two heroes join forces, combining their strengths to become an unstoppable duo! It’s a special ritual within your wedding ceremony where you symbolically show the world that you’re teaming up for life, ready to face any adventure together.
🕯️ Think of it as your origin story moment! Whether you’re blending coloured sands like mystical potions, lighting candles with the intensity of your love’s flame, or tying cords that represent your unbreakable bond, the unity ceremony is all about illustrating that two incredible individuals are now one super-powered team.
🙋🏻‍♀️ If you are planning your dream wedding and want to inject some personality into the ceremony - get in touch and we can start planning a truly unique and memorable service with lots of style… your style! . . . .

30/04/2024

🎉 Whether you’re getting married, having a vow renewal, a naming ceremony, a celebration of life … or anything in between - it is so important to get the right celebrant for you! ♥️ Your ceremony should be in the hands of someone who completely understands your vibe and 100% gets the assignment! 🙋🏻‍♀️ I offer discovery calls so that we can have a good old chat before you decide if I’m the right gal for you! ⭐️ And what better than side order of lovely feedback to let you know your special day will be in safe hands! 📲. Get in touch today and let’s start discussing your exciting ceremony and how we can make it truly unique and unforgettable!! ♥️♥️♥️.

21/04/2024

🎭✨ Ready to take centre stage with your love story? Why not infuse some Broadway sparkle into your wedding ceremony! 💖✨ Here are 7 toe-tapping readings for musical theatre fans (but I am not going to lie… there are so many more options with this idea… it was almost impossible to choose only 7). 🤷🏻‍♀️ And why stop there? With a celebrant-led ceremony there are so many more show-stopping additions you could include:
🎭 Venue: Why not literally take centre stage and get married in a local theatre. The stage, the seats, the lighting… the tiny tubs of ice cream… the perfect setting to tell your love story!
💃🏼🕺Showstopper Grand Entrance: Whether it’s a synchronised dance routine, a surprise flash mob, or a dramatic entrance to your favourite show tune, set the stage for your ceremony and leave your guests cheering for an encore.
🎩 Playbill-Inspired Programs: Design your ceremony programs to resemble Broadway playbills, complete with cast lists, production notes, and even a “credits” section featuring your wedding party. It’s a creative way to set the stage for your ceremony and get your guests excited for the show to come.
✍🏼 Broadway-inspired Vows: Write your vows in the style of your favourite musicals, drawing inspiration from iconic love songs and romantic dialogue. Whether you’re professing your love with a heartfelt ballad or pledging your devotion with a witty repartee - add a unique and memorable touch to your ceremony.
🎶 Musical Interludes: Whether it’s a string quartet playing a romantic rendition of “A Whole New World” from Aladdin as you walk down the aisle or a surprise flash mob performance of “One Day More” from Les Misérables during the recessional, these musical interludes will leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Ready to create a Tony Award worthy ceremony. Let’s chat today ! 🎵✨

11/04/2024

Lights, camera, “I do!” 🎬✨ Incorporating movie quotes as wedding readings could be an Oscar winning decision! 💖 From classic romances to epic adventures, every line can add a touch of cinematic charm to your special day. 🎥✨ But remember, it’s just the beginning! 💫 With a celebrant-led wedding, the possibilities are endless for infusing your personalities into every aspect. Here are some others movie-themed ceremony additions to consider:
♥️ Set the scene with a red carpet down the aisle!
🎶 Walk down the aisle to your favourite movie soundtrack.
📽️ Get married in your local cinema.
✍🏼Have a bespoke ceremony script that tells your love story in style of a blockbuster movie - all the action, all the drama and that all important meet-cute!
💑 Exchange vows inspired by your favourite on-screen couples.
🎬 Add in a symbolic addition that references your favourite film or film genre!
🍿How about cinema snacks for your guests as they enjoy the ceremony?
All of this is possible with a celebrant led wedding! So, who wants to go to the movies? 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️
Lights, camera, happily ever after! 🌟💕

06/04/2024

🎉 Planning a wedding ceremony? Well, hold onto your bouquet, because here are 5 things I wish I’d known before planning mine… and spoiler alert… every awesome choice points to a celebrant-led ceremony!
🍪 Forget cookie-cutter ceremonies! With a celebrant, you can craft a bespoke script that reflects YOUR personalities and love story. No more generic vows or snooze-worthy readings. It’s all about making your day one-of-a-kind! ♥️
🌟 Secondly, did you know that celebrants aren’t just for traditional weddings? Whether you’re planning a themed extravaganza or an intimate elopement, they’re the ultimate chameleons, adapting to suit YOUR unique vision! 🌟
📆 And let’s talk about flexibility – not just in scheduling, but in content too! Whether you want to include cultural rituals, funny anecdotes, or even your favorite movie quotes, the world is your oyster with a celebrant-led ceremony! 🌎👏
Oh, and here’s a gem: Your celebrant isn’t just a script reader! 📜 They’re like your wedding hype person, injecting energy and personality into every moment. Think of them as the ultimate wedding wingman! 🎤
So, are you like me… or did you know these wedding facts? Drop a comment below and let’s swap stories! 📩✨

27/03/2024

♥️🎵 Happy World Theatre day to all you theatre lovers out there!!!!! 🎵♥️

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When I’m not busy doing all things celebrant, I love nothing more than to be in “the room where it happens” either in the audience or treading the boards!
1. Spamalot drinking red wine out of a plastic beaker like the classy bird I am! 2. Hamilton - again!!! 3. Into the Woods (I ♥️ Sara Bareilles) 4. A Strange Loop and another pint of red wine cheers 🍷. 5. Selfies with Bud and Doug (possibly the funniest musical I have EVER seen) 6. On stage burlesquing as my superhero alter ego Rosetta Vendetta. 7. In the merry old land of Oz. 8. Flying on my magic carpet in the panto Aladdin last month….
DID SOMEONE SAY THEATRE THEMED WEDDING???? YES AND YES AND YES TO THIS! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️