Fall wedding on the family farm

Rachel & Mike chose to have their wedding on the farm that belonged to her family. Once the cows had been moved and everything graded and cleaned, it was a lovely space for their celebration.

The restored farmhouse was he perfect backdrop for the ceremony.

Seasonal dahlias were accented by roses and lisianthus. The long farm tables were decorated with cheesecloth runners and fern garland and pillar candles and assorted vintage china.

After dinner, guests moved to a tent outside and were entertained by a bluegrass band.

Vendors

Photography: Rebecca Renee Photography
Catering: Table for 2 Catering
Florals: Chapel Hill Florist & Events by Elaine
DJ: Osborne Studio
Band: Goat Hill String Band
Rentals: Southern Events

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Charming Fall wedding in the woods

Mary and Ben knew exactly what they were looking for in a wedding - a low stress wedding surrounded by friends and family. With a venue set in the woods and surrounded by nature, it was the perfect setting for their wedding. Fall inspired colors blended beautifully into the surrounding woods.

After a beautiful outdoor ceremony, guests enjoyed a lovely reception with a locally sourced farm to table inspired menu.

Vendors

Venue: Woodland Hollow at Annie Acres
Photography: Ray and Alyssa
Catering: South Fork Catering
Rentals: Curated Events
Florist: Humble Flower Farm
Doughnuts: Five Daughters
Cake: Dotted Lime
Band: Blue Tones

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Tennessee Farm Wedding

Bianggie & Nathan's original wedding date got cancelled because of Covid, but their rescheduled wedding was truly a lovely gathering for friends and family from all around the country.

They were living in Alaska when they decided to have their destination in Tennessee, near Nathan’s family. They settled on Milky Way Farms as the home for their wedding day nuptials.

The space was filled with lots of white flower to make everything light and airy.

Guests were treated to an amazing charcuterie display followed by dinner. Then, an assortment of donuts and coffee finished the meal.

Vendors

Venue: Milky Way Farm
Catering & Bartending: Table for 2 Catering
Photography: Frozen Exposure
Florals: Events by Elaine
Rentals: Southern Events
DJ: Osborne Studio

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Nashville Winter Wedding

Working with Megan and Paul was such a joy. They were so friendly and relaxed in their approach to their wedding which took place on a beautiful January day in downtown Nashville.

The wedding began with a beautiful ceremony at Noelle. You can’t go wrong with such a gorgeous space! The large flower display was a statement piece!

Afterward, guests headed across the street to the Nashville City Club for a gorgeous reception with a beautiful view of the city.

The bride and groom surprised their guests with 4 selections from Mike’s Ice Cream, including blackberry cobbler. You can’t go wrong with ice cream!

Vendors

Ceremony: Noelle
Reception: Nashville City Club
Photographer: Samantha Hearn
DJ: Cale Carver



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Tennessee Farm Wedding

Jade, along with her parents, hosted this beautiful event on their farm in southern middle Tennessee. A warm fall evening provided the perfect setting for friends and family to celebrate.

Her dad spent weeks building the gazebo for the ceremony and the amazing doors for her entrance and the results were stunning.

After the ceremony, guests went to a beautiful tented reception with so many charming details. Lots of vintage crates, signs, and accents were around the tent to make guests feel welcome and relaxed. Long farm tables had cheesecloth table runners in warm colors and brass candlesticks with greenery. The head table had a lovely floral centerpiece and a calligraphy sign.

The buffet table had stacks of vintage beverage crates holding the flatware and napkins for the buffet, adding a charming touch.

This amazing cake smelled and tasted as good as it looked. With its dripping icing, fresh flowers, succulents, and fresh fruit, it was a statement piece. The warm reds, blues, and gray colors were complemented by the white icing and dripping caramel.

After dinner, guests were able to enjoy outdoor games and a band.

Vendors
Photography: Angela Lynn Photography
Cake: Olive Branch Bakery
Catering: Rowdy Ranch Catering
Band: Mary Katherine Williams
Flowers: 4Ever Flowers
Rentals: Master of Ceremonies

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Sweet fall wedding in Columbia

Cadence and Brady had a sweet wedding surrounded by friends and family.

After a beautiful outdoor ceremony, the party moved inside and the couple danced the night away with friends and family.

Venue: Barn at Cranford Hollow
Photography: SheHeWe
DJ: DJ Who

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Streaming Your Wedding

Covid brought so many changes to weddings and life. One of the biggest was the rise in wedding streaming. Many of my clients have used different options for their needs, from DIY to hiring vendors.

The best option is the one that is easiest for you and also for your guests. Here are some of the DIY options:

Zoom: Everyone has been on at least one Zoom meeting during the last few years. It works great for business, but isn’t always a great fit for weddings. The free plan only allows 40 minutes and the number of guests is limited.

Facebook Live: Most guests will need a Facebook account to view a private account or it will be public.


I began searching for an option that was easy to use, but still affordable. My search brought me to Event Live. The current cost is only $50 and has quite a few features.

  • Guests don’t need an account.

  • The link is private and you just share it with who you want

  • You can have a guestbook.

  • Guests can watch a replay and you can download the video.

Tips:

  • Make sure you have a dedicated phone to use. A tripd is a must.

  • Be sure you have good wifi or 4g.

  • Assign someone to be responsible for starting, moving, and stopping the phone.

You can use it to stream your wedding or other event. So whether your guests are sick or in quarantine, the weather has messed up travel, or flights have been cancelled, here is an option to share your wedding with guests no matter where they reside.

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Beautiful Fall Wedding

Sarah and Daniel had their stunning fall wedding in Columbia, TN at Liberty Grace Farm. The weather was absolutely beautiful for this fall wedding.

With velvet bridesmaid dresses and her amazing bouquet, this wedding is a must see.

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Their ceremony was outside under the pergola and string lights. As the guests left the ceremony, guests threw flower petals.

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Near sunset, the couple and their bridal party took photos by the vineyard. The light was incredible. In addition to velvet dresses, the bridesmaid carried gold rings with florals. The brides bouquet was absolutely amazing with fall colors and feathers.

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After the ceremony, guests moved inside the barn for dinner, dancing, and mingling. The bride and groom made small jars of honey as favors for the guests - Meant to Bee

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Guests were treated to local gourmet doughnuts for dessert. Look at that dessert display. As the sun went down, we lit a campfire and brought out the supplies for the smores. What a wonderful evening!

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VENDORS

Venue: Liberty Grace Farm
Photographer: Grace Upon Grace
Catering: Pucketts
Flowers: Lumberyard Gardens
Doughnuts: Sweet Bakes Donuts and Cakes
DJ: Remembrance Events
Hair & Makeup: R & Co Bridal Beauty

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My Favorite Things: Holiday Gift Guide

In time for the holidays, here are gifts for everyone on your list.  From hostess gifts to parties to the littlest arrivals, find the things to keep things merry and bright. 

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1. Thymes Lotion - These lotions feel amazing and come is a range of great scents for both men and women.

2. Southern Tea Towels - Remind your family members to clean up after themselves

3. Bombas Socks - These socks are so comfortable and are great for men, women, and kids.

4. Wolf Jewelry Box - These jewelry boxes come in sizes and are beautiful and luxurious.

5. 10ft Charging Cable - Everyone can use a 10ft charging cable in their stocking.

6.  23 and Me - Learn your ancestry and health traits.

7. Leather Coasters - These leather coasters (and lots of other great leather products) are made in Tennessee and come in lots of styles

8. Personalized Stationery - These charming notecards can be customized with your name

9. Taco Goat Cheese Pizza - This fun card game is a great ice breaker for any party

10. Maison d' Hermine Botanical Napkins - These charming napkins are perfect for any dinner.

 

 

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