Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

Crafting jewellery with meaning is at the very heart of what I do, and it feels fitting to share this story for their Valentine's Day as Jessie and Alex’s story begins with a surprise 30th birthday celebration that turned out to be the most romantic wedding! Everything about this couple's special day was so very beautiful, including their flowers, so it was an absolute privilege to craft these matching heirloom signet rings to cherish the absolute joy and love of their special day.

 

Personalised Flower Pressing Signet Ring

 

Jessie shares their story in her own words

"Our day started with friends wishing us a lovely weekend trip away, others wishing Alex all the best with pulling off the surprise 30th birthday party. Whilst, behind the scenes, we were getting ready for our wedding day – one we had been keeping a surprise."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

"As of course it is most fitting to have a dinner party to celebrate a milestone birthday, we invited our closest friends and family, asking them to wear black, white, or pink, all while keeping the real reason for the gathering a secret."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

"As everyone arrived at the beautiful Norwood Park, greeted by Alex, I remember hearing the excitement from upstairs. Our bridesmaids were first invited to find me hiding away in one of the rooms, to which they met me in a wedding dress and were in complete shock. When it was time to join everyone waiting, I made my way down the stairs with our bridesmaids. Our gorgeous guests were stood looking to the door where they thought I would enter, wearing party hats, holding blowers and drinks. With Alex now waiting under the staircase, ready to see the response from the room, but to keep us from seeing each other a moment longer, I stood and said –

 'I am already here.'

Friends and family turned to then face us, and the room filled with shock, now too seeing me in a wedding dress and Alex laughing with them-having tricked them into thinking we were here for a birthday party."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

“ 'We’re getting married!' It was a complete joy; I remember being utterly overwhelmed with happiness that we managed to pull off the surprise. My heart was near to bursting, and I was more than ready to get to church to see Alex. 

We whisked our guests away on a charming vintage bus to Halloughton Church. An incredibly special detail of our day, being the church where my grandparents got married. I will be forever grateful for our ceremony there, being a place that holds such beautiful family memories.

From the ceremony and after, it was time for us to be together as husband and wife and join in with the surprise celebration. The energy I will never forget, a beautiful blend of love, family, and friendship, and we are so grateful for everyone who made it possible."

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

Why a surprise wedding? 

"Having always wanted to have a surprise wedding, figuring out how to capture this fell into place when we knew a summer dinner party would be fitting to celebrate turning thirty. The build-up to the day was intimate and allowed us to hold on to moments that were completely ours. We wanted low pressure from all angles, one that would feel personal, filled with fun, and full of joy—not just for us, but for everyone who has been part of our journey. The day captured all the love we are lucky to be surrounded by."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

Why were your wedding flowers so very special to you?

"The flowers themselves were an absolute moment. Having the palette of pinks and peaches, associated with love, romance, joy, kindness, completely reflected the warmth and happiness we felt on the day."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

"The flowers were always part of the vision, with the natural love for flowers and their beauty, we were in awe of how our incredible florist, Lucinda the Flower Fairy, knew how to transform our dreams into reality. Each arrangement was an absolute work of art."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

"With us desperately holding onto the wedding day itself, never wanting the moment to end, we sat in the sunshine the morning after, talking with loved ones, still surrounded by flowers. We delivered flowers and cake to friends close by, continuing to spread the love."

 

Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

 

Why did you commission the rings?

"Having always admired the work, efforts, and skills Jessica captures through her gorgeously unique jewellery - I was more than ready to finally design our very own rings. As a reminder of the beauty and joy that surrounded us on our wedding day, we sent off snippets of flowers from our bouquet and buttonhole, ready for casting."

 

Personalised Flower Pressing Signet Ring

 

What do the rings mean to you?

"Our beautiful wedding flowers, we never wanted their blooms to end. One hand having our wedding rings, the other now featuring the insanely stunning signet rings Jessica has crafted for us. The feeling is indescribable, knowing the flowers are forever with us and act as a reminder of the happiest day.

 When the year rolls into the next, it comes with its usual range of emotions, but very bittersweet saying hello to 2025 when 2024 was such a magical and significant one for us as a couple. Reminding ourselves of the magic through admiring the rings, knowing we have the year ahead as husband and wife."

 

Personalised Flower Pressing Signet Ring

 

"Thank you for crafting something so beautiful for us, such meaningful pieces of jewellery. We are lucky to have you."

See the Personalised Flower Pressing Signet Ring here

 

It is such a joy to receive little parcels of flowers, such as the one’s Jessie carefully wrapped, in the studio. To work with meaningful blooms is a privilege, knowing that their fragility will be captured in the casting process forever. Treasuring stories is at the very heart of what I do x

 

 

Jessie & Alex's Wedding – Those that made it happen:

Rich and The Team at Norwood Park Country House

Our Photographer – Claire from Little Posy Photography https://www.littleposyphotography.co.uk 

Our Florist – Lucinda, from The Flower Fairy https://www.theflowerfairynewark.com

Hair – Leah Bailey https://www.instagram.com/leahbaileyhair/

Makeup – Rachel Lewan https://makeupbyrachellewan.com/

Wedding Dress – Frances Day Bridal

Videographer – Jaye, WildLoveVisuals https://www.wildlovevisuals.com/about-me

Music – Guitarist and Singer Mark Elliott - Organist, Robert Starr