Celebrate with Jill

13/10/2025

Today’s intimate indoor wedding celebration at my home was pure magic! While the weather danced wildly outside, inside it was all warmth, laughter + love. So grateful to host such a beautiful gathering that felt nothing short of perfect ♥️

02/08/2025

If you’re wanting a personalised wedding ceremony, written just for you, look no further! I pride myself on including words that are meaningful for each couple. If you like these words, contact me & we can chat how to include them in your celebration ♥️

26/05/2025

Eyes locked + smiles shared - just for each other! Madeleine + Oliver’s day was filled to the brim with so much joy. Set against the backdrop of Wellington’s wonderfully wild south coast (which always delivers on the WOW factor!), their love took centre stage.

Congratulations M+O, what an unforgettable day to share with you
♥️

17/05/2025

I have an upcoming tiny wedding & the bride would like her hair/makeup done. Weekday, based in Thorndon. Recommendations welcome - thanks!

09/04/2025

As a celebrant, one of the most important moments in the ceremony isn't the vows or the kiss (although I love those too!) it's signing the paperwork that turn beautiful promises into an official commitment.

So, to all my future couples + their witnesses, when the pen comes out, follow my lead + sign on the line 🥂

29/03/2025

Meet Alex + Tom… married in the pretty garden setting at the historic Robert Orr House in Lower Hutt.

I loved being part of their celebration - simple, relaxed, sprinkled with good humour - perfectly captured by Wesley Johnson, talented photographer + good company on the day!

22/02/2025

Over the past few months, I’ve had the absolute joy of marrying couples from around Wellington as well as India, England, Ireland, Australia, USA, Malaysia + Canada!

From my home or theirs, gardens + beaches, rolling countryside to an ocean view - every ceremony was personalised + unique, but one thing remained the same… LOVE was at the heart of it all! ❤️✨

No matter where you are in the world, love is what truly brings us together. Thanks to all these special people who chose me to share their wedding day!

18/02/2025

On a damp Wellington day, I wrote a new Blog post on the importance of having a Plan B for a rainy day, should your outdoor wedding need to be moved under cover or indoors.

Weather can be unpredictable, and it's one thing you can't control on your wedding day but you can certainly prepare for it! Having a well-thought-out Plan B ensures your wedding day remains just as magical, rain or shine.Have the conversation earlyOne of the discussions I have with couples planning...

14/01/2025

Meet Matt + Jenna, married in a family garden that timed perfectly with a stunning display of hydrangeas. ‘’You made getting married among one of the easiest things to do, working with us to create an amazing ceremony Thank you again for all your work and effort to make the day so special. We are thrilled.’’ Thanks M+J, it was my pleasure ♥️

18/12/2024

A surprise wedding adds a big WOW factor for your guests! I was all in + loved the rowdiness that erupted when the announcement + subsequent pronouncement were made. Thanks to L+P for trusting me with the secret + sharing their joy with me ♥️

01/12/2024

Tonight’s Christmas Memorial Service, hosted by Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors was a time to be in the community of others to remember special people who have died but remain with us in spirit. Working alongside Mary Death - Funeral Celebrant & the G&H team is always a pleasure.

May the spirit of Christmas - peace, hope & joy - be with us all.

18/11/2024

These words resonate with me at the start of a busy wedding season! It’s a pleasure to journey with all my couples ♥️