Bride and groom wouldn’t get hitched without their blue staffy dog, Indie, by their side

Inviting their beloved blue staffy, Indie, to their wedding was a no-brainer for Kelly and Brendan. The dog even got to pose for photos.

In love: Brendan Scheiwe and Kelly Gaffney, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Not many pets get a wedding invite. But blue staffy Indie was a VIP guest when Kelly Gaffney and Brendan Scheiwe tied the knot overlooking the mountains and coastline at Summergrove Estate, NSW.

Broncos themed wedding for “obsessed” footy fans

How our engagement party suddenly became a wedding

‘Antipasto platter made me late for my wedding!’

The couple, of Camp Hill, in Brisbane’s southeast, have been together 10 years after meeting at a mutual friend’s 18th birthday.

Doggie delights: Kelly Gaffney and Brendan Scheiwe and blue staffy Indie, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Brendan surprised Kelly with wedding bands engraved with “B & K” and their wedding date. Following the ceremony, the newlyweds celebrated with 65 loved ones at a sit down reception.

Celebrations: Brendan Scheiwe and Kelly Gaffney at their reception, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

How did Brendan propose?

Brendan proposed on New Year’s Day 2017 on Ballina Beach, while we were holidaying with friends.

Love chums: Brendan Scheiwe and Kelly Gaffney, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Theme?

Simplistic styling with lots of green foliage and white florals.

Bit of sparkle: Kelly Gaffney’s solitaire engagement ring nestles gently on a white rose, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

First dance?

You Make it Easy (Jason Aldean) and Everywhere (Tim McGraw).

Ready for dinner: reception tables, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Honeymoon?

Ten days in Seminyak, Bali.

Good trim: Brendan Scheiwe and Kelly Gaffney enjoy an intimate moment as the sun sets, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

What made this uniquely your wedding?

We had an attendant from First Class Pet Sitting bring our beloved blue staffy, Indie, to the wedding ceremony. I arranged for her to walk down the aisle as a surprise
for Brendan.

Also, Kelly wore a bouquet jewel with an image of her late grandmother in
a small photo memory charm.

Special memories?

We have many special memories but our favourite is having the bridal party photos taken while drinking champagne and using the golf buggies to travel around Summergrove Estate.

Good price for matching socks: Brendan Scheiwe and groomsmen get ready, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Funny moments?

Brendan did a “Russell Coight” dance upon entering the reception with Kelly.

Finishing touches: Kelly Gaffney with bridesmaid, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios

Best advice for other couples planning
a wedding?

Don’t worry if something doesn’t go to plan on the day as the only person that will notice will be yourself and no one else.

Greedy for wedding cake, photography: Quince and Mulberry Studios