Joshua designs the Save the Dates using one of their favorite proposal photos. To make them even more special, he adds glowing lanterns and a heartfelt quote from Shelby’s favorite movie, Tangled.

Shelby, Chris Koch (Mother of the Groom), and Joshua visit Skamania Lodge and are instantly captivated by its charm. Enchanted by the stunning setting, they waste no time and book the venue the very next day to secure their perfect spot for the following winter.

Shelby puts her Cricut skills to work, personally crafting all the Save the Date envelopes. Each name and address are carefully and robotically written.

Shelby creates custom makeup bags for the mothers, Maid of Honor, bridesmaids, and the flower girl. Each bag is crafted with care, a thoughtful token of appreciation for the special women who will be by her side on the big day.

Somehow, Shelby convinces Joshua to join in finishing the makeup bags. Not only does he lend a hand, but he also designs a custom logo for the opposite side. This logo becomes a signature element of Shelby and Joshua’s DIY projects, adding a personal touch to many details throughout the wedding.

Josh and Shelby are gearing up for one of the sweetest wedding decisions—choosing their cake! They’re planning a single cake tasting early next year, joined by both of their mothers for the fun. With a shared love for Brown Butter Bakery in Scappoose, it’s likely the perfect cake will come from this local favorite, making the decision as heartfelt as it is delicious.

Shelby and Josh begin sharing the excitement of their upcoming wedding by delivering the Maid of Honor box to Britney Romero with plans to hand out the rest of the bridesmaid boxes during Christmas gatherings. With Shelby’s gifts complete, it’s now Josh’s turn to start planning the perfect presents for his groomsmen.

Future bride Shelby surprises Sarah and Amanda with beautifully crafted "I Do Crew" boxes, officially asking them to be bridesmaids for the big day. The heartfelt gesture leaves the duo excited and honored to stand by Shelby's side as she prepares to say "I do."

Shelby kept it intimate, bringing only her mom along for the special occasion of dress shopping. After trying on several options, she fell in love with a stunning Stella York dress and had her magical "say yes to the dress" moment, making the day unforgettable for both her and her mom.

Josh, Shelby, Chris (mother of the groom), and Becky (mother of the bride) attended the wedding showcase at Skamania Lodge. The event offered a chance to taste a wide selection of appetizers, entrées, and signature drinks that will help shape the final wedding menu. They also had the opportunity to chat with vendors, mingle with other engaged couples, and connect with the incredible staff at Skamania Lodge who will help bring the big day to life.

Shelby wanted to make sure everyone knew she was the future Mrs. Koch, so she created a custom glitter jacket featuring some of her favorite colors. Whether running errands or out on date nights with Josh, the jacket made a statement—and turned plenty of heads along the way.

Chris, mother of the groom, wanted to add a personal touch to the wedding décor. She gathered pinecones, ribbon, and other seasonal details that complement the wedding theme and began handcrafting beautiful accent pieces. Her creations, including ribbons that will adorn the lanterns lining the aisle, will add warmth and charm to the ceremony.

Shelby and Josh took full advantage of Hobby Lobby’s winter clearance, stocking up on décor to help bring their wedding vision to life. With several large totes filled to the brim, they gathered everything from table accents to materials for the wedding arch—laying the groundwork for some truly special signature pieces on the big day.

After seeing Celebration Music and Events bring the party to life at Noelle and Aaron’s wedding, Josh and Shelby knew they had to have them for their own big day. Impressed by the energy, smooth transitions, and packed dance floor, they officially booked Celebration Music and Events to DJ their wedding—ready to keep the celebration going all night long.

Josh and Shelby are gearing up for their wedding cake tasting by enlisting help from their wedding party. Everyone gets to vote on their favorite cake flavors and fillings, and the top three will be featured in the official tasting. From there, one delicious winner will be chosen to be the star flavor for both the tiered wedding cake and sheet cakes served on the big day. Vanilla cake with a raspberry filling received the most votes and has officially secured its spot as one of the three flavors to be tasted. Also worth noting: to whoever voted for banana cake with caramel filling… you’re out of the wedding party (just kidding… kind of).