Sunday, December 7, 2014

Barn Weddings Chattanooga TN Locations Have To Offer

By Miranda Hawkins


You want an original ceremony and reception and something that will be memorable and casual. The barn weddings Chattanooga TN have to offer bridal couples can be very unique and reasonably priced. Tour area structures for the best location for this special affair.

Set up the ceremony area outdoors if possible. Utilize rustic wooden benches and vintage folding chairs for guest seating. An arch made of branches and wild flowers will complete the look. Encourage guests to wear their best country or western wear to the event.

The food for this type of event can be casual and hearty. Select from menus consisting of barbecue, baked chicken, fried chicken, meatloaf, wild game, or even hot dogs and hamburgers. Sides could consist of mashed and sweet potatoes, coleslaw, potato salad and baked beans. And just because cake will be served later doesn't mean that items such as an ice cream bar and cookies and brownies can't be included also. Serve long necked beer, coffee, iced tea and lemonade as beverages.

Dishes and food prep items can carry on the rustic country-style decor. Use blue-speckled plates and cups and serve tea and water in smaller mason jars. Tables can be as simple as old doors placed on sawhorses or authentic wooden picnic tables. The linens can include such fabrics as denim, gingham, or burlap for a real country look and appeal. Don't forget the sign-in and food tables as well as the cake table. Utilize real bandannas with hemp strings to roll your flatware in and place them in a wicker basket or galvanized tub for easy access.

Decorations are a snap to find and arrange for an event such as this. Costs will be minimal as the supplies are very basic. For intriguing centerpieces on the guest tables, place votive candles on sand inside mason jars of various sizes and colors. Place three of these jars in the middle of each table. Hang some of these mason jars in the trees outside and from rafters on the inside. Be sure to use battery-operated votive candles for safety reasons.

Decorations for the buffet could include dried or fresh flower arrangements in galvanized steel vases or old cowboy boots or daisies in an antique pot. Utilize miniature versions of these on the cake, gift and sign-in tables.

The music is the easy part and will depend greatly on your overall budget and the mix of your guests. You can hire a country and western band, a country rock group, or a band that plays a variety of music. Guests can be greeted by a fiddler or guitarist as they arrive at this unique and rustic venue. Many of these venues will include an elevated stage for musicians. Be sure to check on the power available if you do decide on a larger band.

The final product on your special day will be unbelievable. The atmosphere, the music, food and decorations will all blend together to give you an exciting and happy memory that will last a lifetime.




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