Welcome to my little corner of the world.

A rural Australian country road leading to a private property at sunset.

I am Savannah, the creative partner, stylist, and trusted guide behind Sandstone & Fern. My heart is entirely in championing raw, deeply personal celebrations that are rich with history, layered with natural textures, and shaped as an honest reflection of your unique love story.

A close-up of a simple wedding cake with ceramic cat toppers, styled by personality-first planner Sandstone and Fern.

Born out of a deep romance with the wild country of the Macdonald Valley and St Albans, I fell in love with this intentional work while planning my own regional property wedding. Having walked this exact path, I know firsthand the hidden risks, runaway costs, and quirky planning hurdles that come with building a celebration from scratch on raw country.

When you are planning a blank-canvas wedding—whether it’s in a family paddock in the Hawkesbury, a heritage hall in St Albans, or a coastal property—you are not just designing an aesthetic. You are building a fully functioning celebration space from the ground up.

I step in as your unshakeable protective anchor, mapping out the morning puzzle and sorting the creative team early on, so your family can simply act as guests and you can get lost in the magic of it all.

Weddings should feel like the people they're celebrating.

The best celebrations leave room for real life.

I know exactly how much love, time, and care you are pouring into your planning roadmap right now.

When your celebration morning finally arrives, I want you to step back, take a deep breath, and just enjoy the masterpiece you have built.

Guided by Local Hands

Bringing a blank-canvas wedding to life on raw country requires a team that truly understands the terrain. Over the years, I have gathered a tight, trusted circle of exceptional regional creators who know how to navigate the unique logistics of the Macdonald Valley and Central Coast.

Let's build something beautiful together.

Unique regional wedding property 'St Joseph's Cathedral', based in St Albans in the Hawkesbury region.

St Joseph’s Cathedral

A magnificent, sandstone piece of regional history nestled in the heart of St Albans. Operating as a welcoming guesthouse and stunning DIY wedding venue, it is the ultimate blank canvas for deep romance and unforgettable gatherings.

Venue & accomodation 
Local St Albans hair and makeup artist Jenny Roberts, specialist in regional weddings

Jenny Roberts

Based in St Albans, Jenny brings a calm, unhurried energy to your morning while crafting effortless, glowing beauty that lasts beautifully throughout your celebration.

Hair & makeup artist
Celebrant Kellie Warren hosting a hilltop ceremony for a smiling couple
Celebrant

Kellie Warren

Weaving heartfelt, beautifully written ceremonies that capture the true soul of your love story with absolute warmth and a steady, grounding presence.

Independent artist Isabella Edwards, specialising in watercolour illustration and ceramic detailing
Artist

Isabella Edwards

Crafting deeply personal, handmade ceramic details, original watercolours, evocative sketches, and bespoke clay elements. Her tactile vessels and custom artworks bring a layer of raw, nostalgic texture to your blank-canvas spaces.

Local hair artist Maddison doing a bride's hair before her ceremony
Hair stylist

Maddison Yalden

An incredible local hair artist who brings a relaxed, joyful energy to your morning, crafting soft, romantic styles that hold up beautifully against the valley breeze.