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What We Gain from Being in Masterminds Groups

By renee halgerson | February 10, 2017 | 0 Comments

Both Carrie and I (Renee Halgerson) are part of separate Masterminds groups. Our Masterminds groups are full of like-minded women who share wins, challenges, what’s working and what’s not each time we meet. Carrie meets every-other Friday. My group meets each week on Thursdays. No matter the frequency, just make sure you’re meeting often enough […]

Thank you for Three Years! Take a Video Tour of Hitch Studio’s New Location at 414 Main Ave., Brookings, SD

By renee halgerson | February 7, 2017 | 0 Comments

Thank you doesn’t seem like enough. It’s been three years since Carrie Kuhl and Renee Halgerson opened Hitch Studio and we couldn’t be more grateful to everyone who has helped us along the way! Carrie and Renee first met on a volunteer design board after college and eventually (after full-time jobs and Renee moving back […]

3 Events at Hitch Studio to Mark on your Calendar for January & February 2017

By renee halgerson | January 26, 2017 | 0 Comments

Hitch Studio has a busy month and we think you’ll want to join in on the fun! January 27, 2017: Winter White Sip & Shop Join us on Friday, January 27 from 4-8 p.m. for the Winter White Sip & Shop event! Shop at The Carrot Seed Kitchen Co., Hitch Studio, Infinity Boutique, J.Ella Boutique, Sonnies, Finicky + OAK and Vintage Willows during the […]

BIG NEWS! Hitch Studio Celebrates Three Years with Expansion and Growth in Brookings SD

By renee halgerson | January 23, 2017 | 0 Comments

  Hitch Studio will be celebrating its third anniversary with a grand re-opening and ribbon cutting ceremony as it expands into its new location at 414 Main Avenue. Owners, Renee Halgerson and Carrie Kuhl welcome all to attend Hitch Studio’s event on Monday, February 6th, 2017, to celebrate the growth of their business and the […]

What to Tip Your Wedding Vendors

By renee halgerson | January 16, 2017 | 0 Comments

Uh oh — the dreaded word, “tipping.” Not because you’re cheap or you don’t value a good tip, but because tipping can be SO awkward, especially when it comes to your wedding! Who do I tip? When do I tip? What do I tip? Can I tip myself?!  🙂 There are no hard concrete rules […]

Wording & Etiquette for Postponing or Canceling Your Wedding (and Real Life Advice From Two People Who Have)

By renee halgerson | January 9, 2017 | 4 Comments

Oh, this is such a tough subject. However, we at Hitch Studio understand that life happens, and for whatever reason if you find yourself in this situation, we want you to be prepared and supported. Your family, your friends…we all want whatever is best for you! Before we dive into the logistics, here is some […]

Midwest Wedding Trends (#6 in a Series): Make Your 2017 Wedding One to Remember

By renee halgerson | December 31, 2016 | 0 Comments

It is hard to believe that we are about to enter 2017, and with New Year’s resolutions galore comes new engagements, wedding planning, and everything else that encompasses a happily ever after. Whether you’re the bride-to-be, the curious groom, a helpful parent or in-law, or just the hopeful girl in love with planning her future […]

Three Hitch Employees are Engaged to be Married! Follow Each Story as We Reveal Tips for How They’re Planning Each Wedding – and Advice from Already Married Hitch Employees

By renee halgerson | December 23, 2016 | 0 Comments

Are you one of the many brides getting engaged this holiday season?! We’d like to celebrate YOU and three of our Hitch employees who also got engaged the last couple months! Each of these brides has worked for Hitch Studio at one time or another, and now each is engaged! Read through their answers to these engagement […]

What To Know When You’re Planning a Winter Wedding in South Dakota

By renee halgerson | December 16, 2016 | 1 Comment

Well, this is easily my favorite winter wedding! Happy 1-week anniversary, Kristin & Bobby! Winter weddings aren’t as common in states like South Dakota because of the frigid temperatures and unpredictable weather, but wow, they are beautiful. Plus, guests are actually looking forward to a wedding in the “off-season”! Kristin and Bobby live in Arizona, but […]

Wedding RSVP 101

By renee halgerson | December 9, 2016 | 0 Comments

Okay, let’s be honest for a moment. Has there ever been a time when you received an invitation to a wedding with an RSVP, and two days before the wedding realize you had forgotten to RSVP?! Yes? I have too (regretfully). Has there ever been a time when you sent out an invitation for your wedding and […]

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