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Storyteller + Celebrant since 2014 🫶 It all starts with a coffee… DM to enquire about your date x I'm Liv, a Professional Celebrator & Official Tie-r of Knots!
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Based in Canterbury, my style is relaxed and contemporary. Would love to hear from you

04/09/2024

Throw back to .bradleyy’s Wedding feat. Lance and four seasons in one day!

Remember the rain and hail storm that hit at the end of April? Well, this couple had just been announced as husband and wife when the sky opened 🌨️

IT WAS EPIC ✨

I’m back into weddings this month and cannot wait - I have some seriously rad humans to marry 🥂

Love big, love loud ✌️

14/07/2024

I would love to give another Bride the chance to win their own bouquet commissioned, so have teamed up with the talented to do just that!

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09/07/2024

Yesterday a family gathered to celebrate the life of their “High Tower”.

As we said goodbye at the hearse, each guest was offered a sprig of rosemary from the stunning wood bowl Fraser had made from his own lathe.

At his burial, his wife of 65 years called him home on the bugle, just as she used do for many years when they lived on a large block of land at dinner time.

88 years old and his family still weren’t ready to bid him farewell. That’s a wonderful legacy in itself.

We’ve returned you to the land you so deeply respected and nurtured over your lifetime Fraser.

Aroha atu, aroha mai | Love given, love received

08/07/2024

Our boys are so blessed to have the best Nana’s… especially in the school holidays when Mum comes down with strep throat 🫣

Yesterday, Nana Heather looked after the boys for a few hours so I could meet to put the finishing touches on service with a family (and get to the Dr), and today they are spending time with Nana Ronda while I support a family with a funeral + burial.

I love being a celebrant, and to my village who support me so that I can - Thank you 🫶💗✨

05/07/2024

Today we gathered to farewell Ken, a keen tramper and founding member of Tower Tramping Club ⛰️

I loved walking into the Chapel today to find Ken resting with his pack, boots, hat and walking sticks, with a simple spray of natives. It was just perfect for him 👌🏻

Travel well on your next adventure Ken ✨

03/07/2024

Today a devastated family gathered to farewell their beloved Wife, Mum and Grandma after courageously battling Motor Neuron Disease with dignity and grace.

Jenny was always spinning, knitting, sewing or creating… so the foyer at John Rhind was bought to life with some of her beautiful works. I loved the bouquet made by her granddaughter, who created flowers from her hand/spun yarn 🧶

“See, we are like a tapestry
All stitched and woven tight
And I know you’re always with me
In the fabric of my life.”
- Becky Hemsley

Rest well Jenny x

24/06/2024

Today I’m finishing a very special Matariki service to share on Friday ✨

I’m being guided by a brilliant resource from Dr Rangi Matamua - if you would like a link to the full pdf document comment below or message me so I can share the Matariki love 🫶

24/06/2024

This arvo we farewelled a great New Zealander.

Andrew was a legend - choosing to meet with me and plan his funeral as his last act of love to his wonderful partner of 24 years.

He had three kids with us today, one sang “You’re my Best Friend”, a Queen classic for him, the other two I photographed proudly parked up in the foyer.

Thank you Andrew (& Whanau) for sharing your life with me, as you neared your death… taken to soon at just 52.

Ride well on your journey 🫶

21/06/2024

One of the things people always ask, particularly after I’ve just shared a farewell, is “How do you do it?”

I get it. Funerals are difficult to attend as an associate, even harder as a friend, and heartbreaking as family member.

Today I stood infront of an awesome whanau, gathering to support the parents of a baby girl born still. The outpouring of aroha and support was so beautiful 🫶

Celebrants come into families lives at the most vulnerable times in their lives. Often they haven’t even begun to grieve yet, they are traumatised, in shock and just trying to get through the funeral.

So in a space of four or five days, maybe a week, I validate the family and their experience. I listen, I acknowledge, I empathise, I support. I try to find the words to express how they feel when they can’t. And then I stand in front of their loved ones, to honour and celebrate the lost.

I always want to be professional, but I’m also human. And some days, like today, I too, need to be brave.

The Toki Pounamu I wore today was gifted to me by a dear friend at my baby shower. It represents mana and honour. I wore it proudly today not just as a Celebrant, but also a Mama too. It was such a privilege to share little Lillian’s story 💗

Then, I came home and hugged my boys a little tighter ✨

Arohanui x

14/06/2024

Yesterday we celebrated 85 years with the coolest Mum, greatest Gran and most wonderful friend 🥂

Her daughter finally confessed that it was her Mum (an avid lover of fashion) that had hand written the 10 page essay she submitted as part of her Clothing and Design Degree 30 years ago, earning her daughter a B+ 😂

Her daughter found the essay and had it on display while we chatted over a coffee in the lounge following the service - a fabulous touch!

Go well Terry 💃🏻♥️

12/06/2024

Yesterday I had the privilege of standing with Sam’s devastated family to lead the celebration of her life.

Sam had an insatiable appetite for life… she gave everything 💯 She always wore her heart on her sleeve and would passionately stand up for what she believed in.

Sam absolutely loved her Family and extended Whanau, including being an Aunty to Emmett and all the other cherished children in her life 💗

In her 23 years, Sam experienced some pretty tough times, times that almost got the best of her… but to her credit, and stubborn spirit, she put up a good fight and got back up on her feet every time.

This year was mean to be Sam’s year - she had just graduated from the NZ School of Tourism with her wings. The sky was her limit! But last Friday night, in a cruel twist of fate, the sky is now hers for eternity.

Fly high and shine bright darling girl 💫

09/06/2024

1 in 8, mate.

I’ve been writing a service for a kiwi bloke who passed of Prostate Cancer this weekend.

He (Like 61% of PC survivors) was diagnosed without any symptoms at all. He just went to have a check-up.

But, unlike the survivors, his and 12 other kiwi families are preparing to say good bye to their Husband’s, Dad’s, Son’s and Mate’s this week.

1 in 8. If you’re over 50, please have a check up 🫶

19/05/2024

I bought this book years ago for my twins, as one in particular always compares himself to his brother.

This gorgeous story tells the tale of three baby bears who are all different, yet, they are all their parents favourites.

The tale was a perfect reminder this week, for a gorgeous 2 1/2 year old girl who was so looking forward to becoming a big sister.

Devastatingly, her baby sister was born sleeping at 33 weeks 🌈

As we honoured the precious little life lost, we closed the service with this book - dedicated to both sisters from their parents.

✨Up above or down below, you’re all my favourites 💗

Arohanui x

16/05/2024

Yesterday afternoon Panadda and Michael said “I do” in a beautiful fusion of their Kiwi & Thai cultures 💍

One of the Thai traditions we carried out was Rod Nam Sang - where a Monkhon (head dress connected by thread) is placed on the Bride and Groom and elders use a ceremonial conch shell to pour holy water, blessed by a monk at a Buddhist temple earlier in the week, along the hands of the Groom and Bride bestowing on them words of wisdom to take into their marriage.

This couple’s fairytale was such a pleasure to share and I loved learning about Thai wedding rituals 🫶

Much love Mr & Mrs L 🥂

📸 .allsoppphotography

05/05/2024

This was not your average wedding band. Nor was it your average wedding…

I married this awesome couple last month, just days before the bride passed of cancer. The groom has always loved “The Phantom”, so chose a replica of the character’s “Good Mark” ring - a ring he uses to mark those he loves and covers with his protection.

When the ring didn’t arrive in time there was only one thing for it - kiwi ingenuity! A print of the “Good Mark” and a little sticky tape went a long way 🤣

Despite the circumstances, we created a ceremony full of laughs and so much aroha for this couple, their children and grandchildren.

Weddings aren’t always planned in the circumstances we hope for, and sometimes the details don’t always go to plan either…

I am so grateful to be a celebrant that can hold space for families in these difficult times with empathy, kindness, understanding AND laughter…

I’m only able to do that because of my own lived experience around cancer, loss, grief & trauma.

Love is always greater than our circumstances 🫶

13/03/2024

It is such a small world…

Last year at & Stu’s wedding I met 🥂 A few weeks later I took my dogs to a new groomer - the same Emma!

Late last year Emma confided in me that she and Jamie had just got engaged and were thinking of getting married at their engagement party. I squealed - surprise weddings are the best 🙌🏻

Last Saturday we pulled it off - the looks on her friends and fam’s faces when they realised what was happening, especially Ro & Stu, was awesome 🤩

Married with all the feels (and none of the usual wedding stress) at their home surrounded by their children and favourite people - what more could you want?

Congrats Emma & Jamie - love for the win 🏆

14/02/2024

My husband LOVES a S’more… so for Valentine’s Day I decided to make him a GIANT Cookie Pie S’more 💝

I filled it with his absolute faves; Milk Chocolate Bar with Strawberry Marshmallow and Caramel by and Creamy Milk chunks from

The result?

One VERY happy hubby!

DM me if you’d like the recipe 🙌🏻

13/02/2024

Happy Valentines Lovers!

This gorgeous heart was created by right here in Christchurch, NZ. I LOVE supporting other small businesses, so when I saw these being advertised I immediately ordered one for my Valentines Day date night giveaway 😍

Huge congrats to Becky & Bevan for winning - with 2 weeks people under 4 years old this voucher will be put to good use!

12/02/2024

How did you celebrate your anniversary?

Shout out to these absolute legends - James of .nz and Caitlin of who celebrated 6 years of marriage by competing in the 2-day family event of the Coast to Coast on the weekend.

It was Caitlin’s first C2C event, she egged James on so he did better times than last year on his own, and together they placed 2nd!

Did I mention their 3 gorgeous children were waiting at the finish line for them? The youngest who has just turned ONE 🤯

So inspiring Team Munro!

Better together 🫶

09/02/2024

Yesterday we gathered in this great space to farewell a great man.

It was perfectly curated by his wife and daughter, there was no eulogy, sermons, or hymns, instead a dozen of his closest whanau simply sharing their fondest memories with some of his favourite songs played in between.

Guests were greeted with a drink, the service began with “Flower of Scotland” performed live on the bagpipes and an open bar and canapés followed into the evening.

It was thoughtful, personal, and deeply moving.

My role was to MC - set a relaxed tone and link all the elements together. I absolutely loved playing a part of this very special farewell 🫶

08/02/2024

✨ Freddie ✨

I absolutely LOVE this 📸 taken by 😍

On the 20th of January Nikki and Chris gathered their children and just a couple friends together at the Lily Pond in Mona Vale.

Their ceremony was gorgeous - a dear friend shared a bit about their journey together, their older children had a chance to share about blending their family, I dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s on the legals and 4-year-old Freddie kept us all entertained!

Oh, and Nikki’s sequin jumpsuit? Perfection 🤌🏻

This bride and groom owned their ceremony, making it exactly what they wanted, for their day. It was a privilege to stand with them and make it happen 🫶

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05/02/2024

In 2015 this kiwi wahine met this Brit in a Mongolian nightclub… and just before New Years their friends and whanau the world over came together in Lake Hāwea to watch them start their new year with a bang - married AND a baby on the way 🫶

What. A. Day.

It was such a pleasure - the gorgeous bride has been a dear friend of my husband’s since Uni and another Uni friend has gone on to be the legend behind the lens .nz who photographed the day for them 🙌🏻

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📸 James Munro .nz
💍 Moi

03/02/2024

It rained on their very first date, and today it rained just in time for their Ceremony…

Thankfully India, Mark & the team had this Ceremony space all set up and ready to go - all the vendors worked together so it was a quick and seamless change 🫶

Charles and Rebekah are now happily married ✨

01/02/2024

Three epic couples to marry this weekend and two ceremonies under the lush oaks of Bangor Farm 🫶

Although, for today’s cricket-mad groom, I’m pretty sure the venue was chosen simply for the ceremony seating which came from Lancaster Park!

Sending big love to G & K today, can’t wait to hit for a 6 🏏💗🙌🏻

23/01/2024

I wanna share the love this Valentine’s Day!

I’ve been rad humans for 10 years now - close to 300 couples 🥂

If you were one of them, maybe sibling or guest, or have me booked in for your big day I want to shout you & your love a Valentine’s Day Date on me.

Tag your fave person below to enter the draw to win a $150 Prezzy Card to spend at the restaurant of your choice 🙌🏻

T&C’s
* Not affiliated with Insta or Facebook.
* Entrants must be over 18 years of age as at 24th January, 2024 when giveaway begins.
* One entry per person, unless you are in a poly relationship…
* Entries close Saturday 10th February, 11.59pm.
* Draw will be made Sunday 11th February using “Easy Giveaway Comment Picker App”.
* Winner will be announced on Monday 12th February.
* Prezzy Card will be either dropped off (if winner lives in Christchurch) or couriered to a NZ address of your choice.

18/01/2024

Just before Christmas, D & B gathered with 50 of their faves to tie the knot at the beautiful Kate Sheppard House in Ilam.

It was such a pleasure… This couple laid bare the journey they had both been on up until meeting their person, which made for an incredibly meaningful and genuine ceremony 👌🏻

D & B - You wouldn’t be the person your spouse fell in love with had you not endured the challenges of the past… That does not and will not heal the pain of the past, but now you have your person, your safe place, someone who believes in you unconditionally and will walk beside you as your greatest cheerleader as you continue to heal.

May your marriage be the greatest gift of all 🫶

Love for the win 🏆

03/01/2024

If you recently said “Yes!” and it’s time to start planning, my bookings are open 🙌🏻

Saturdays are extremely limited, but plenty of Fridays are ready and waiting!

I’ve been hitching lovers for almost 10 years now and have had the pleasure of seeing around 300 couples tie the knot 💍

I love creating a relaxed atmosphere so you actually enjoy getting married (anxiety is overrated!) and your guests enjoy being a part of too 🫶

For more info and to enquire about your date and pricing, flick me a DM x

15/12/2023

Heart full!

Sam & Michelle’s ceremony was everything we hoped for - relaxed, fun and heartfelt, surrounded by the lush vines at Cossars on a stunner of an arvo 🙌🏻

Finding your person is the best, marrying them is even better. Love for the win 💕

Amazing florals from Alex 👌🏻

19/06/2023

This morning I rocked up to R & N’s for a legal signing.

They didn’t want the fuss of a wedding or a ceremony and were happy to tick off the legals at home with a small group of their family to get married.

Some dream of big weddings… and some dream of a 2012 Dodge Challenger, which arrived just in time for R & N to enjoy this arvo - you beauty!

However you’re keen to get hitched, count me in 🍾🥂🙌🏻

22/03/2023

About a decade ago, the three of us had a “thing”…

For every celebration or commiseration we would meet at the Sign of the Bellbird with Fish and Chips and a bottle of bubbles. Sometimes a Ukelele too 🤣

We’d look over the city, yarn for hours and it was just rad for the soul. As we’ve met our spouses, expanded our families, and smashed our careers, our “thing” just became a wonderful memory of something we used to do.

Yesterday, I couldn’t think of a better way to start my new decade than by celebrating with the wahines who helped navigate me through my 30s, where I found my feet in my career, the love of my life and welcomed my wee mates into the world.

It was perfect.

I proud to say I’m 40 AF!

And can we please take a moment to appreciate the gorgeous cake my amazing husband made for me? Lemon and Raspberry, and it tasted as good as it looked 🙌🏻

Grateful. Happy. Blessed ✨

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Our honeymoon is almost over… but what a way to finish 🥂 Shoutout to Charlie, our awesome Pilot from @helicoptersnelson, the team @witherhills and the two surprise guests who joined us @josiebelle1999 😍😍 We’ve honestly had the best week of our lives and I’m SO amped help my couples feel exactly the same way 💖 Love for the win!

This was never the engagement ring I imagined... I loved vintage inspired trio’s and pear, marquise or asscher cuts... But when we went to try them on what I’d imagined and admired didn’t seem quite right. This single stone was Lance’s first choice. As soon as I put it on I knew it was the one. I love that every time I have it cleaned I marvel at it and am grateful all over again 💖 I hope your engagement ring makes you feel the same 🙌🏻 PS - Wedding band to be acquired in November 🤩🥰🤩

Charging up this bad boy means one thing - Wedding Season starts this arvo with my first rehearsal 😍 Looking forward to taking in the epic view at @waipunaestatenz on such a mint Canterbury day! . . . . . #loveforthewin #5yearsofhitching #christchurchcelebrant #canterburycelebrant #christchurchwedding #canterburywedding

I’ve been absolutely spoilt with a few days up in Hanmer on my own with my #minischnauzer Cleo for company. It has been SO good for the soul! Walks everyday, drinking coffee in the sunshine, writing up a storm, naps in the arvo and a glass or two of Sav at night... I love time on my own, ironically I’m actually an introvert at heart 💖 What do you do when your soul needs a little TLC? . . . . . #christchurchwedding #canterburywedding #christchurchcelebrant #canterburycelebrant #livwebbercelebrant #hanmersprings #chillaxing #soulfood

My Best Man put a ring on it! Lance, Ben, Charlie & I are in Fiji, where over a beautiful dinner in a private cabana on the beach Mr Bellew asked me to marry him 🏖🥂🤩❤️Love for the win! PS - back in the office Tuesday x . . . . . #thecelebrantandthebestman #livwebbercelebrant #intercontinentalfiji #partridgejewellers #lovelovelove

In just under 3 Weeks I get to marry this babe! Kicked off the Hens Do with a delish High Tea at @elizasmanor now on the road to Hanmer. Cheers!

Enjoying a cheeky sav at home after officially tying my 120th knot this arvo! Epic! It’s been a huge year, truly grateful for my awesome colleagues, vendors and couples that make this celebrant gig such a pleasure 💍 Here’s to 2018 🍾🥂

I'm celebrating this week, having tied my 100th knot <3 Epic! 2 and half years ago when I became registered I had no idea what was ahead of me - the people I'd meet, friends I'd make, stories I'd share in... It has been such an incredible journey and I've bloody loved every minute! To my legendary Mr & Mrs's, Thank you. Thank you for trusting me and thank you for sharing your day with me. To my amazing colleagues and vendors, Thank you. You're such a talented bunch of people, and your passion and heart for what you do is contagious. He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata What is the most important thing? It is people, it is people, it is people. Liv x

I'm back from an epic holiday in Bali and can't wait to crank into my 3rd wedding season... It's kicks off next month when I get to hitch 3 gorgeous couples! If you've messaged while I've been away, I'll be in touch tonight. Thanks heaps, Liv <3

This is one of my most favourite people in the world... my big Brother. And tomorrow, I get to marry him! Can't wait J ### (I'm not the bride, promise!)

Feeling very spoilt this week, as I celebrate my 33rd Birthday! My office was trashed with copious amounts of pink, and I was treated to super cute cupcakes with my gorgeous team. My besties whizzed me out for lunch, and had an awesome night with my fam at The Old Vicarage to top it all off... More than anything, I'm just so grateful for the gift of time. I've been reminded all too recently that each new year is a privilege not everyone gets to enjoy... Here's to growing older, wiser and wrinklier! Much love, Liv x

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