Bonded Weddings

Marriage Celebrant

Weaving your love story

"Carol is a superstar celebrant, the best in the business, I would recommend her to anyone."

- Kara & Ben, 2023

About Me

Carol Barnden-Bond

Hello!

Thanks for dropping by I’m Carol. I live just out of Ballarat in an old church, surrounded by beautiful bushland. My Celebrant career began in 2012, and my background is in Nursing and Education. So basically, I love getting to know people, listening to their stories and guiding them with my professional expertise. I am all about authenticity, creativity, laughter & fun.

As a Celebrant I delve into your story and meticulously discover all the little gems that bond you and partner together, then weave your love story ceremony.

You want a Celebrant who is the whole package. I’m a polished professional with natural warmth and a cheeky sense of humour. I bring fresh concepts, a truck load of wonderful ideas, and suggestions to give your ceremony that extra Zing!

Let me exceed your expectations as my attention to detail, creative flair and industry knowledge will put you at ease straight away. I am a glass overflowing type, who has the knack of engaging people, making you feel relaxed, and banishing any wedding stress’s or concerns you may have.

On your wedding day, I set the tone to ensure your guests will feel welcomed, included & excited about your big day. You deserve a vibrant, heartfelt, reverent and uplifting ceremony.

That’s enough from me now, head to the reviews to see what my lovely couples have to say.

So, what happens next...

Step 1. Obligation-free Chat

It is important you feel a connection with your Celebrant and are confident that they appreciate your individual personalities, your style, and vision for your wedding day. Contact me for an obligation-free chat. We can do this in person at a local cafe, or via Zoom. I will answer all your questions as we chat about your plans for your wedding! You can then head off home and decide if I’m the Celebrant for you.

Step 2. You have chosen me!

Our next step is to organise a planning meeting suited to the package you have selected. This will be an easy and relaxed process, covering all the legal aspects and sharing our ideas to bring your ceremony to life.

Step 3. The week of your wedding

Package dependent, this week we will have a zoom or in person ceremony rehearsal. This will put your mind at complete ease, alleviate nerves as we cover all the finer details.

Step 4. It's your wedding day!

YAY it’s go time! You are my number 1 priority. I only accept one wedding booking per day, therefore you have my undivided focus and energy. I will be at your ceremony location, a minimum 45 minute prior to commencement, welcoming your guests and liaising with the other wedding professionals. With my meticulous eye for detail, I ensure your ceremony space is perfect and ready to go.

Morgan & Josh

“We couldn’t have been more thrilled with Carol as our celebrant. She helped produce an unforgettable day with her balance of fun and emotion that ensured a perfect ceremony for us and our guests.

Importantly, she was also well organised and in constant contact with us in the lead up to the wedding which made a potentially stressful time an absolute breeze.

I write this with a smile on my face thinking back to the happy memories she helped create!”