A couple paid for their $45,000 dream wedding without going into debt
They met in 2017. Foolishly Rushing In Stephanie, 33, is a California-based artist and the owner of Velvet & Gold, which specializes in custom wedding invitations and signage. Nathan, a 31-year-old nurse, was introduced to Stephanie by a mutual friend in 2017. At the time, Nathan's apartment walls were completely empty. His friend suggested he ask Stephanie to design something for his space. When the two finally met in person — Stephanie hand-delivered her art to Nathan for his apartment — they had a connection and started dating shortly after that. The couple has been together ever sinc...