Because theknot.com forgot about Spokane, WA…
This is the blog for Spokane area brides. That’s right, just the Spokane area. For brides who know that Dick’s restaurant is where the seagulls hang out; for girls who know that David’s Bridal is in the Valley and who know that Northtown Mall is slowly plummeting to mall oblivion.
Yes, this is the blog for Spokane area brides.
Spokane Apple Brides was born from my experience of planning a wedding in Spokane. I was married last October (2009) at the Davenport Hotel and found Spokane’s wedding presence online… awful. And unlike most US cities, huge sites like The Knot and Martha Stewart didn’t even mention Spokane. I couldn’t find a comprehensive supplier directory anywhere. There were no pictures of venues, price lists, cake portfolios and most of all I couldn’t find reviews from REAL brides about the vendors I was considering.
Who am I?
My name is Rachel, born and raised in Spokane. I am currently editor of B Wedding Magazine in Dublin, Ireland, where I live with my new husband Mark. And how do I intend to author a Spokane wedding site from Ireland? Well… I spent 24 years in Spokane, just planned a wedding there, visit frequently and have plans to move back sometime soon, I might as well be an expert!
My goal is to make this a blog for Spokane area brides to source everything they need to make wise decisions about their wedding. Where they can see wedding venues, photographer portfolios, get tips and hear from other Spokane brides. I hope to use my knowledge of the industry, input from the brides of Spokane and communication with wedding suppliers to give well-rounded information and resources.
Thanks for stopping by!
Page image by Mastin Studio.
Header photographed by Erin Samuell for A Simple Photograph
Rachel, I love the fact that you are doing this for the Brides of Spokane and the vicinity. I agree with you that we seem to be in a no mans land. As far as I am concerned you are expert enough!! Keep up the good work and let me know if you need anything to help with the good work you are doing.
I am so glad you took this on! I was thinking about starting my own spokane bride blog and then I found this! Email me if you need any new info (kinda a type A so I have lots of info)!
Thanks Hailey! I think all Spokane brides feel the same way…why has the online world of weddings forgot about us?!
I will definitely be needing all the help I can get, so I will be in touch!
Love the idea of a wedding blog specific to Spokane!
Wow, thank you so much! I am really looking forward to using this blog.
Rachel,
It was great to connect with you, I am glad I found your blog! I understand your frustration with the “major players” like The Knot. As a central Washington Wedding Venue, we do not fall under the category of “Seattle” either!
Our 22 acre property is in Leavenworth, WA and is a beautiful outdoor venue with a restored 1944 Dairy Barn for your reception or indoor ceremony. Our weddings include all the amenities you need like tables, white chairs, linens, dishes and staff to help make your day perfect!
Looking forward to using your blog as a great wedding reference for our brides!
Love the idea having someone represent Spokane to our area brides! They certainly will appreciate it!
Thanks Amy!