Can I tell you the cutest rainy wedding day story? Okay, good. We all agree that we don’t want it to rain on our wedding day (I mean, yes, it’s good luck), but when it happens like it did on Hannah and Austin’s wedding day…it makes for the cutest story! Hannah and Austin chose The […]
The Hutton House: Black &White Wedding in a Minnesota Wedding Venue Read More »
If you’re looking for a large, 300-person white-washed modern barn (and a photographer’s dream lighting) and a loft that holds even more people — that would be Laurel Ridge Barn just outside Sioux Falls, South Dakota. When you look out the back sliding doors of the venue, you’ll see gently rolling hills, a classic three-rail
Venue Spotlight: Laurel Ridge Barn in Sioux Falls, SD (and a dusty blue wedding!) Read More »
At first glance, having a wedding day timeline might feel a little too Type A… but trust us it’s one of the best ways to keep your big day stress-free and running smoothly. A detailed schedule ensures everyone knows exactly where to be and when from your bridesmaids showing up for hair and makeup to the DJ
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It’s the date we’ve all been waiting for… drum roll please! Hitch Studio is taking over Party Depot rentals and balloons! We will be sorting, moving, counting, training, and inventory-ing from November 3-20 and will be ready for our GRAND OPENING ON NOVEMBER 21, 2025 in our new location downtown Brookings at 406 Main Avenue.
Grand Opening Date for Hitch Studio Rentals! Read More »
Meet the Dream Team Behind Your Dream Day! Lauren Taylor – Certified Wedding Planner + Marketing Specialist Another new face at Hitch Studio! Lauren never leaves her day planner behind and she’s always up for trying something new! Fun Fact: She’s been to 25+ concerts! Learn more about Lauren > Natalie Page – Certified Wedding
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A New Chapter for a Beloved Downtown Business — and a new beginning for Hitch Studio Friends,I’m so honored to share some exciting news with you today. After 25 years of serving the Brookings community with event rentals, balloons, and all the celebration essentials you can imagine, Cheryl Meyer is retiring and passing the Party
It’s Official: Hitch Studio is Buying Party Depot’s Rentals + Balloon Business! Read More »
When you think of a wedding planner, you probably imagine someone directing vendors and fluffing the bride’s train before she walks down the aisle. And while that’s part of it, there’s more work that happens during the big day and often in the shadows, unnoticed but crucial. Here’s a peek at the dozens of unseen
Behind the Scenes: Wedding Planner Magic and Why You Need It Read More »
Hello! I’m Hope Rachelle. I can’t wait to help bring your vision to life—and make the journey just as memorable as the day itself. As a South Dakota native with over 15 years of experience in project management within the architecture and design world, I bring a unique blend of creativity, organization, and calm confidence
Welcoming Hope Rachelle: The Newest Wedding Planner to Join the Hitch Team! Read More »
Hi, I’m Lauren! I can’t wait to get to know everyone. I’m looking forward to jumping in, learning lots, and sharing some good laughs along the way! As a lifelong Brookings County resident, I am excited to join the Hitch team! I come from a background in Marketing, Retail, and Customer Service. I love transforming
Joining the Hitch Team: Lauren Taylor is the newest wedding planner! Read More »
We love data. We love weddings. Put those together, and that’s why this statistic alone deserved its own blog post: “In a recent report from TheKnot, couples in 2024 said that “guest experience” was the #1 most important factor of their wedding. 67% said staying within budget was most critical.” Let’s find a way to
Why Guest Experience is Topping the List for Most Important at a Wedding Read More »
