Why look for two separate venue locations for your special day when you can have ONE that offers both? McCrory Gardens is where dreams do come true. With over 25 acres of beautiful botanical gardens and 45 acres of arboretum, it truly is a breath taking view. The beauty of the outdoors and the views […]
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I can say “gracefully” because of one person — the mother of the bride. Everyone that day (October 12, 2019) was wonderful to work with, but two people completely stood out — the bride who kept her cool through everything and her mom, who planned for an entire year and then re-planned all the details
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Love always shines through — through the rain, through the paddle boat fire, through the eye makeup. Your love and smiles made this day even more beautiful, Danielle + Jon! If there’s one thing I admire about Danielle, it’s her ability to smile through anything. (Okay I admire two things — her organization too!) During
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Oh, Tori and Derek, your wedding was so perfect! It was such a pleasure working with you on your ceremony and reception details! Hitch Studio had the honor of designing Tori & Derek’s save the dates, invitations, and wedding day! They chose burgundy and sunflowers as their theme with accents of burlap, babies breath, with
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You’ve got the date, theme, colors, hair stylist, dress, bridesmaids, groomsmen, and ring-bearing dog picked out for your big day. But wait, what is everyone supposed to do again? Here’s the low-down on duties of the bridal party and tips for the week-of. Mother of the Bride (MOB) Let her host her own shower Yes,
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Wow, do we love outdoor tent weddings! Although the wind, heat, and South Dakota weather were a factor that day, there’s something about having a lakeside wedding that can’t be beat. Lana and Brendan celebrated their wedding day at Lana’s parents’ home on Lake Madison. What a personal place to have a ceremony! And let
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Want an outdoor wedding ceremony near Brookings, South Dakota?! Now there’s a new venue in Elkton! Hi, my name is Karen Nelson. Renee asked me to write a little something about our place located east of Brookings. As I sat down to pencil a few paragraphs on “The Gazebo at Enoch Farm”, my mind began
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What do you do when a thunderstorm decides to roll through on your wedding day? Your outdoor wedding day. Well, you keep your cool and opt to get married under a tree instead! Oh, Jen and Mike. There was SO much charm and love coming from this blending of families on their wedding day! Let’s
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Sarah & Owen were married over Labor Day weekend, September 5th. They planned a gorgeous outdoor wedding ceremony and reception, but it was their beautiful love for each other and the happiness of their friends and family that made the day charming and unforgettable. Sarah & Owen were married at a family friend’s acreage just
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Choosing the perfect South Dakota venue is a top priority for any bride. If a barn near Brookings suits your country or rustic style, consider these four options all within six miles of city limits! Scroll down for a map to each barn, more details, amenities, and more. Let’s start with a look at each
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