Featured Wedding: Stephanie & Alex

I love a good theme, and Stephanie and Alex’s rustic Americana theme is one of the loveliest I’ve seen. Not to mention that there’s no better place for an Americana wedding than the home of 7th President, Andrew Jackson.

Stephanie and Alex held their ceremony in the historic Hermitage Church and the reception at the Cabin by the Spring, both of which are on the grounds of the Hermitage. There is some seriously clever and imaginative styling that went into this, and the bride executed it herself. Once you see the photos below I think you’ll want to join me in giving her a standing ovation.

Three cheers for Stephanie & Alex!

Credits:

Photography by www.abigailbobophotography.com

Florals by Green Finch Floral Design

Catering by Two Fat Men Catering

Rentals by Liberty Rentals

Music by Premier DJs and The Hogslop String Band

A Little Introduction

Hi, I’m Emily, the Wedding & Event Coordinator for Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage! Since it’ll be my words that you’ll read on this blog and my freckled face that you’ll see at weddings and other events, I thought it would be nice to digitally introduce myself. I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to do that. I could, for instance, write out a boring biography about where I went to school (Texas A&M University) and the number of siblings I have (1), but that’s not very interesting or pertinent to our Hermitage Wedding blog. So, in an effort to be on theme, I’ve put together 8 wedding-related trivia tidbits about myself.

1.        I always cry at weddings but not at the ceremony. I’m a sucker for the dance portion of the evening. The couple’s first dance, Daddy/Daughter dance- they all make me weep happy tears.

2.        I’ve been married eight months, and I’ve already given up trying to remember what day my anniversary is.

3.        I stayed up all night so that I could watch the live coverage of Kate Middleton’s wedding to Prince William.

4.        I do not understand the allure of Jordan Almonds.

5.        I went to Germany on my honeymoon.

6.        I’m a fierce bargain hunter; I bought my own wedding dress for 75% off the retail price.

7.        I really, really, really want to plan and coordinate someone’s Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings themed wedding.

8.        My favorite fictional wedding was Jim and Pam’s Niagara Falls nuptials on The Office.

I’ll leave you with this photo of my husband and I on our wedding day!

photo by Krauska Photography

Top 15 Wedding Photos of 2014 at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage

This has been our best year yet for Weddings at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage!! Congratulations to all of our lovely couples! We would love to share all of your amazing photos but we decided to pick what we thought were the top 15 photos!

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Coming in at #15...

Hannah & Ben celebrated their love by finally tying the knot after dating for over TEN YEARS!!! Congrats!!

They held their ceremony at The Church and reception was held at Tulip Grove Mansion. 

Photography by: Anya Harden

#14

Emily Hicks looking gorgeous in The Garden.

Photography: Cynthia Michelle

#13

Jodi looking stunning in The Church!!

Photography by: Scoobie's Photographic Images

#12

This gorgeous couple was so in love! Congrats Jamie and Ben Flick! Their ceremony and reception was held at Tulip Grove Mansion.

Photography By:Exposures Fine Photography

#11

What a romantic groom photo of Michael at Tulip Grove Mansion. Kendra was a lucky bride...He was also a lucky groom...Keep scrolling...

Photography by: High Gravity Photography

#10

We love how fun this photo is! The Hermitage transportation system, GOLF CART! Congrats to Skyler & Jay!

Photography by: Blue Dahlia

#9

Gorgeous bride Kendra by the back porch of Tulip Grove Mansion! She is glowing, and I don't mean from the candles!!!

Photography by: High Gravity Photography 

#8

Cristina and her beautiful bridesmaids out back at Tulip Grove Mansion!

Photography by: Dani Rose Photography

#7

Megan and her father sharing a beautiful father daughter dance. His face is priceless!!

Photography by: Justin Wright 

#6

Megan and Justin walking off from just saying 'I Do' to go on a fairy-tale horse and carriage ride! Their ceremony was held in front of the Cabin by the Spring, with reception to follow. 

Photography by: Justin Wright

#5

Courtney sharing a beautiful moment with her new step daughter! They both looked like princesses! Congrats Courtney & Jeb!!

Photography by: Bree Marie Photography 

#4

Stephanie & Daniel cuddling under a cozy quilt, made by Dan's mother. She HANDMADE all of the decor for their wedding and it looked stunning with an old southern feel. Congrats again guys!

Photography by: High Five for Love 

#3

What a great way to capture the exposed brick of The Church, the bridal party, and our NEWLYWEDS!! We love this picture!! Congrats to Mary Alice & Will!!

Photography by: Emily Lester Photography 

#2

This picture was SO close to winning first place! Look at all the love AND BUBBLES!! We love a bubble send off here at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage and this one was done right! Congrats to Laura & Andy!!

Photography by: Christen Jones

#1

All of the pictures from this year were amazing but this one stole our hearts! The cotton field at The Hermitage has never looked so beautiful!! Jennie and Jeremy are so in love and we wish them the best! 

Photography : Kristin Sweeting

Thank you all for choosing to spend the best day of your life with us at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage!

*some wedding photos were not submitted for use*

How to do a Halloween Wedding without frightening your guests...

Ten ways to make your Halloween Wedding look FABULOUS and not FRIGHTFUL. 

1. NEVER USE TOO MUCH PUMPKIN ORANGE. If you do, you might end up looking cheesy.  

2. NEVER USE NASTY DECORATIONS! This will gross your guests out and make them want to leave before they have even sat down.

3. Use white pumpkins. This gives the look of fall and Halloween but with an elegant feel. Add some rhinestones or glitter to your pumpkins for a more glitzy theme. 

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4. Using black adds a spooky yet elegant feel to any table setting. 

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5. Have a couple of Halloween songs but keep the rest pretty normal. Your guests still need to feel like it is a wedding and not a Halloween party. 

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6. Think of a really creative favor for your guests. It is Halloween after all! Something like a love potion, caramel apple, or a Halloween candy bar!!

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7. Have a spooky signature cocktail. This is a fun way to tie in the Halloween theme!

8. Incorporating deep purples or greens are always a good idea when doing a Halloween wedding. 

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9. If you want to go full goth wedding, then buy a black wedding dress. The black is stunning and rarely done. How many of your friends can say they got married on Halloween and in a black wedding dress??

10. Have fun with it!! It is Halloween after all...

Two of Our Own

We love celebrating our co-workers here at The Hermitage but what we love more is celebrating their wedding days...

The Bronnenberg/ Yenna Wedding took place on September 28, 2013 with a lovely ceremony held in the Garden beside The Hermitage Mansion. Following the ceremony, their rustic reception was held in The Cabin by the Spring.

Katie Yenna and her husband Joshua Bronnenberg  taking photos in front of The Hermitage Mansion. 

 Katie works in Education at The Hermitage as the Lead Educator under the motto

"Preserve. Educate. Inspire."

The Wedding Party posing for a very classic and beautiful photo in front of The Hermitage Mansion.

As the sun set upon their beautiful day, Katie and Josh shared a private moment in the Garden behind The Hermitage.

The couple shared a dance at The Cabin by the Spring under the twinkling lights and celebrated with friends and family. We could not have been more pleased with Katie and Joshua sharing their special day with their Hermitage Family...

The Gwinn wedding took place on November 2, 2013. The held a lovely reception at The Cabin by the Spring and celebrated with family and friends.

Trey and his wife Sarah posing in front of The Hermitage Mansion.

Trey works at The Hermitage Mansion as the Lead Interpreter guiding guests through the life and story of President Andrew Jackson.

Sarah and Trey sharing a private moment in the Garden beside the Hermitage Mansion.

The gift table at The Cabin by the Spring

One of the fire places at The Cabin by the Spring.

The main dining room inside The Cabin by the Spring.

On the porch of The Cabin by the Spring.

How cute is this pie station equipped with their favorite pies??

As the sun set the cabin was lit with light, love, and happiness as Sarah and Trey shared their first dance...

Both weddings were beautiful and filled with lots of love and we could not be more HAPPY for the couples! We want to THANK YOU for sharing your special day with all of us here at The Hermitage!