At Mitchell Grove, most photos show the beauty—the redwoods, the orchards, the garden lawns lit with twinkle lights. But what guests don’t see is the love and labor that happens hours before a wedding begins.
That’s where the carts come in. Rows of white chairs don’t magically appear in the orchard or the garden—they’re pulled by family and friends, often laughing, sometimes sweating, and always working together. These carts have carried hundreds of chairs over the years, and they’ve earned a quiet respect from the DIY couples who know just how much easier they make setup.
For us, this is the heart of a people-powered wedding: it’s not just about saving money, it’s about sharing the work and creating memories long before the ceremony begins. Ask anyone who’s used these carts, and they’ll tell you—sometimes the bonding happens before the “I do.”