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Welcome To The Port Gamble Blog!

We're not experts, but we've been to a wedding or two. We'd like to help any and all future brides and grooms.

On our blog we talk about anything and everything wedding, we want to help create your perfect day! So grab something to drink or munch on and we'll see you in the blog posts!

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Karissa Roe Photography

Hosting your “off-season” wedding or event with us is a piece-of-cake!

“Off-season” is the perfect time to plan a spectacular wedding or event! While warm thoughts of Spring and Summer are appealing, Fall and Winter months bring a unique opportunity to host an exquisite event all while saving big dollars. Here are just a few of the benefits of planning an “off-season” event with us: Fall: […]

The Perks of DIY

There are quite a few perks of incorporating some DIY projects into your big day. Creating favors, centerpieces, or any other detail yourself adds a very charming personal touch that you guests will appreciate. These DIY details can also be a reason to get your wedding party together! Getting help from your bridesmaids not only […]

Spring Wedding Ideas

Spring is such a beautiful time of the year here in Washington. All of the winter rain has allowed for new flowers to bloom and the sun begins to shine. Having a wedding in the spring doesn’t mean you have to stick to the traditional pastel color palette for your big day. With spring comes […]

Off Season Decor Inspiration

Having your special day in the off season presents the opportunity to set your wedding apart from the rest. Everything from the decor to the types of drinks you serve can embody the winter months. Here are some of the ways our brides here at Port Gamble set themselves apart from the rest by embracing […]

Warm and Welcoming Spaces

The winter weather has definitely settled in up here in the Pacific Northwest. That means that it’s time to warm up some hot coco and bundle up next to the fireplace. There’s just something pleasant and inviting about curling up next to the fire, which is why the fireplace in our pavilion is one of […]

Creating Your Perfect Color Palette

Deciding on an overall theme for your wedding day can seem like it is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during the planning process. However, picking a couple colors to incorporate into your special day might make that decision a little bit easier for you. Picking colors that compliment each other can help […]

Guest Book Inspiration

Modern weddings have come a long way, and very few are 100% traditional any more. The guest book is no exception to this trend. We see pretty little books with lines for every guest to sign their name, but those are few and far between. It seems that now couples want something a bit more […]

Decoration Inspiration

The Hood Canal Vista Pavilion, with it’s huge windows, six sets of French doors, green lawns and picturesque water view, doesn’t need much decorating. The building itself is simple yet modern and elegant. Many brides and grooms take a minimalistic approach to decorating the pavilion, but everyone adds something to give it a personalized touch. […]

Cakes, and Candy, and Pie, Oh My!

It seems like wedding cake has become even more of a conversation at the modern wedding. No longer should you expect to find just a white, tiered cake. Brides and grooms love other desserts too! We see many couples opt for a dessert bar, candy bar, or cupcakes. Even when cake is decided upon, their […]

Pantone’s Spring Wedding Colors of 2016

Pantone had released their Top 10 Wedding Colors for 2016! They’re whole list can be found HERE, but our favorite is Fiesta! So we put together an inspiration board of our own Fiesta and Navy combination! If you’re looking for even more inspiration, be sure to check out our Pinterest page! It can be found […]