The father of the bride drove his daughter to the wedding ceremony — on a flatbed wagon, towed behind his tractor.

The invitations were printed on 100-per-cent recycled paper, and all the guests were politely asked to bring their own salt and pepper. Or do as the bride and groom planned to do, and go without.

The reception was a casual outdoor affair — about 165 friends, family and neighbours showed up with boxes and bags of dishes, food, and even tablecloths from their own homes. read more