FEATURED EVENT VENUE: THE GARDENS AT ELM BANK

 Photo by douglasolyons | Aerial Photographic Solutions 

The Gardens at Elm Bank is a beautiful event venue, located on Massachusetts Horticultural Society's 36 acres on the Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, MA. The venue is home to fields, meadows, streams, wooded areas and colorful formal gardens. The gardens, buildings, and grounds of Elm Bank are an ideal setting for weddings, a bar or bat mitzvah, corporate events, meetings, retreats, and social events.

With twelve gardens and several indoor and outdoor spaces, Elm Bank can accommodate groups of virtually any size.

Photo by douglasolyons | Aerial Photographic Solutions 

The Hunnewell Building (Carriage House) offers 3,000 square feet of indoor function space with a vaulted and trussed ceiling. Attached to the building is a beautiful three season tent complete with permanent flooring and doors to separate the two spaces. The tent and building combined can accommodate events up to 225 for a sit-down dinner or 400 for a standing reception. The Carriage House provides a blank slate that can easily accommodate a variety of different styles and looks, whether you are looking to host an elegant gala reception or a rustic wedding celebration. 

Photos: (left) Lauren Methia Photography  (right) First Mate Photo Co
The Maple Grove is a sprawling grassy area surrounded by towering maple trees in the heart of the twelve gardens. This space can accommodate a large event tent ideal for weddings and corporate events in the spring and summer months.

Elm Bank provides a picturesque setting for your wedding. Say your "I do's" in the Italianate Garden surrounded by seasonal flowers followed by cocktails in the quaint Weezie's Garden. The carriage house and adjacent three season tent are the perfect location for dinner and dancing. Guests can enjoy dinner in the carriage house with dessert and dancing in the tent. For more intimate gatherings the carriage house provides a perfect space for both dinner and dancing.

No one wants to think of rain on their wedding day but having a backup option for an outdoor wedding is key. In the event that you and your guests need to move indoors you can utilize the tent for the ceremony and cocktails.

On top of it all, the photo opportunities around the property are endless. 

Photos: (top) Ellysia Francovitch Photography (bottom two) Magdalena Studios

Contact us to learn more about hosting your event at The Gardens at Elm Bank. 

Weddings with a Personal Touch 

Many busy brides quickly realize they can't do it all. The hours you wish you could spend DIYing your entire wedding are quickly filled with fittings, makeup trials, and following up on RSVPs. Wedding professionals are here to help while still allowing you to add your personal flair to your day. 

We worked with the following three brides to incorporate their unique and personal touches into the design of their wedding.

Judy, one of our White Room Venue Brides, collected heirlooms of silver and pewter pitchers, bowls, and candlesticks throughout the year. She ended up building a fairly large collection, some even from her wedding venue’s antique mall (Crompton Collective). We used her collection to create unique centerpieces for the guest tables. This gave every table its own style and look by incorporating the different and unique vessels that Judy had spent a year collecting.

Photography by Joseph Gonzalez-Dufresne Helloimjoe.com

Caroline, another one of our Brides who tied the knot at The White Room, provided us an array of fun and unique touches to incorporate throughout her wedding.  We tied in her gold dinosaurs with our centerpieces of taper candles and potted ferns for a fun and natural feel. We displayed her handwritten placecard tags on our custom  “Find Your Seat” lattice board. For the ceremony aisle we set up large Boston Ferns and lanterns to line the aisle which we later utilized in the reception space to complement vintage seating and frame Caroline’s oriental rugs.

Caitlin, who celebrated her special day at The Larz Anderson Automobile Museum, wanted to play on the castle-like car museum theme. Her brother and father collected license plates to use as table numbers. We then incorporated touches of rose gold to match her wedding ring along with mini teacup arrangements stacked on antique books around the license plates. She had found a retro radio from the dash of an old car that we used to accent her sweetheart table, where a eucalyptus garland was later draped around, recycled from the ceremony arch. For her bouquets, we wrapped her mother and mother in laws lockets along with the groom’s grandmother’s lace around the base of the bouquets. It was such a nice and personal touch.

Photos by Dreamlove Photography

These brides utilized our style and design services while still providing many of their own personal items to complement their day. By working together we created custom style and design packages that allowed us to assist in bringing their dream wedding to life while having them be an active part in the design. We are happy to help our brides with as little or as much design assistance they need.  

We invite you to check out our pinterest page to get inspired from previous weddings and events we have done or contact us to learn more about our style and design services to see how we can work together to make a create a truly memorable and personalized celebration.

ASA Waters Mansion Photoshoot

We had the opportunity to participate in a styled photoshoot at Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury where four vastly different styles and looks were created to showcase the versatility of the venue.   

Vintage Elegance
Farmhouse tables paired with lace runners create a rustic vintage feel while rose gold floral vases and gold candlesticks add a touch of elegance. 

 Turquoise Romance 
Bright pink and purple floral arrangements really pop on a turquoise blue linen. Peacock feathers with hints of blue and green help tie the linen and flowers together to create a cohesive look. 

 Tangerine Dreams
Tangerine colored linens with hot pink napkins create a fun, fresh and tropical feel to the tables.  The bright colored florals accent the table linens and complete the look. 

Garden Party

Deep wine colored pintuck linens paired with rustic garden centerpieces create a truly unique feel to these tablescapes. Natural elements of birch and moss add texture while the ivory roses soften the look.    

No matter what the occasion or theme of your event, Asa Waters Mansion provides a wonderful backdrop to compliment your celebration.  

The Team
Venue: Asa Waters Mansion
Photographer: Alvah Reida Photography
Floral Designs and Centerpieces: Peppers Artful Events Style and Design Team

Featured Event Venue: Asa Waters Mansion

Asa Waters Mansion, located in Millbury, MA is is a historic landmark listed with both the National and State Registers of Historic Places. The mansion and grounds offer great indoor and outdoor options for hosting weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, bereavements, meetings and cultural events.

When hosting a wedding at Asa Waters, the estate is yours for the day. Ceremonies can take place on the lawn, on a 19th century bandstand, under a portico or inside the mansion. Following the ceremony your guests can enjoy cocktails outside under a tent or inside the mansion. Depending on the size of your guest list and look and feel of your wedding, receptions are held in the mansion, under a tent or a combination of both!

Photo @ Reiman Photography

Photo @ Alvah Reida Photography

Asa Waters Mansion hosts events year-round and can accommodate everything from an intimate afternoon bridal shower for 25 to a large corporate fundraiser for 250 on the lawn. Contact us today to learn more about hosting your event at Asa Waters Mansion. 

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Katy and Rob's Wedding at Tyrone Farm

Katy and Rob were so much fun to work with. They were so easy and laid back but knew what they wanted. Their wedding vision was the rustic look of a farm with a touch of bling and blush. This was accomplished by incorporating with the natural beauty of the chestnut barn at Tyrone Farm sparkle and blush linens, a gold drip cake, and beautiful pops of color in the florals from It's So Ranunculus. We especially loved the placecard holder they made themselves with wood and chicken wire. It fit perfecly with the overall look of their day! Here is a sneak peek of their beautiful summer wedding. 

The Wedding Menu

Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Thai Coconut Shrimp with Mango Lime Chutney
Parmesan Tuile, Arugula, Mascarpone & Caramelized Pear
Pulled Chicken Slider
Churrasco Steak Kabob
Bacon Mozzarella & Tomato Panini
Fish and Chips Cone
First Course
Chef's Pick Salad with Local Seasonal Vegetables & Greens
Second Course
Murray's Statler Chicken or Braised Boneless Short Ribs
With Leek and Potato Pancake & Summer Vegetable Succotash
Desserts
Lavender Pear and Cannoli Tiered Wedding Cake
Cheesecake Pops
Assorted Cookies

The Team:
Catering & Bartending: Peppers Artful Events
Wedding Cake: CakeART 
Photographer: Joanna Fisher Photography
Florist: It's So Ranunculus
Venue: Tyrone Farm 

Tyrone Farm: Featured Wedding Venue

Tyrone Farm, situated on a beautiful 170 acre country estate in Pomfret, Connecticut, provides an idyllic backdrop for weddings. With spectacular views, beautiful gardens, and perfectly manicured lawns, the farm sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding.

The farm only hosts one wedding a day so the entire estate is yours for the day. Ceremonies can be held under 2 granite pergolas, under a tent or in the barn. Cocktail hour is held on the bluestone terrace with expansive views of the estate. Guests are invited to stroll the grounds and gardens taking in all that the estate has to offer. Dinner receptions take place in the historic chestnut barn or bluestone terrace.  The Chestnut Barn has been renovated to create an elegant yet comfortable environment while showcasing the barns original structure with hand-hewn beams, wide plank floors and wrought iron chandeliers. Both the barn and terrace provide a memorable location to celebrate with friends and family.  

Like Peppers, Tyrone Farm is committed to environmental stewardship. The farm is solar-powered and was placed under conservation easement to preserve this singular estate for future generations. Just another reason Tyrone Farm is a unique location to host your wedding! 

Contact our Sales Team to learn more about hosting your wedding at Tyrone Farm or check out our Pinterest page for more inspirational photos from previous weddings at Tyrone Farm. 

Marisa and Garrison's Elegant Garden Wedding at Tower Hill

Tower Hill Botanic Garden was the perfect venue for Marisa and Garrison's elegant garden style wedding. The natural beauty of Tower Hill provided the ideal complement to their wedding theme.

Wooden handmade signs, rustic lanterns, and ivory and green colored florals welcomed guests to the ceremony in the Lawm Garden, setting the stage for the celebration. Following the ceremony guests enjoyed a walk through the gardens basking in the beauty of Tower Hill, as they made their way to the Winter Garden. Once in the Winter Garden guests were greeted with cocktails and a chef active gnocchi station.

Dinner and dancing took place in the Orangerie, a beautiful 18th-century glass conservatory. The Orangerie looked stunning with rustic farm tables, a soft neutral color palette and lots of candlelight intertwined throughout the table designs. Each place setting was adorned with a rosemary sprig and a mini infused oil bottle. It was a perfect blend of rustic and elegance.

We were honored to be a part of the celebration and had so much fun bringing their wedding vision to life!    

THE TEAM

Photography: Love & Perry Photography
Venue: Tower Hill Botanic Gardens
Rentals: Peak Event Services
Farm House Tables: Boston Rustic Wedding Rentals
Florals, Favors, Signage, Design: Peppers Artful Events
Cake & Cannoli Bar: CakeART at Peppers Artful Events
Catering: Peppers Artful Events

FEATURED VENUE: THE WORCESTER ART MUSEUM

Since opening its doors in the spring of 1898, the Worcester Art Museum's internationally renowned collection has impressed all those who enter, with its grand spaces, over 35,000 works of art, and 50 centuries of creative spirit. This lasting impression can be yours to share for your corporate event, holiday party, meeting, wedding or social event.

Imagine your guests in this one-of-a-kind space with the ability to offer a unique entertaining experience. Host your event in the Renaissance Court and grant your invitees access to a wealth of history and art among the first floor galleries. This is the perfect location for a cocktail style event or seated dinner reception.  The balcony above the Renaissance court can also be used for dinner receptions, accommodating up to 120 guests, providing a unique view of the museum. The Museum Café, with its adjacent outdoor Courtyard can accommodate 30 to 150 guests — depending on the style of service. This space allows your guests to enjoy the outdoor courtyard in good weather months. To complement your event, you may want to offer your guests a docent-led tour of selected galleries, or an opportunity to view one or more of our galleries on their own.

For a weekday corporate meeting, consider the Museum's Conference Room. With audio, visual, and Internet capabilities, the Conference Room seats 100 guest’s theater-style and 40 in a classroom-style scenario.

Weddings at The Museum

With stunning architecture and elegant surroundings, Worcester Art Museum sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding. Imagine your bridal party's big entrance down the grand staircase of the Renaissance Court, surrounded by 50 centuries of art. Following the ceremony guests can enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvre in the Renaissance court and make their way through the surrounding galleries on the first level of the museum. Depending on the size of the wedding, dinner can take place in the Renaissance Court or on the balcony. Following dinner guests make their way back to the Renaissance court for dancing and dessert. Your guests will get to enjoy all that the Worcester Art Museum has to offer in a one-of-a-kind space.

Photo Credits:  Eric Limon Photography (top image) Erica Ferrone Photography (bottom two) 

Contact us today to learn more about hosting your event at the Worcester Art Museum.

VENUE FEATURE: FIVE BRIDGE INN

Five Bridge Inn is a hidden gem in Southern New England. The Inn sits on 80 acres in a nine hundred acre preserve with miles of trails through pastures, woodlands, and bogs. Set back from the road providing an intimate and private setting for your event. A perfect venue to host weddings, corporate and social events, company picnics, and other outings. 

The Inn offers several locations for your event- a four season tent, outdoor patio and pavilion, sprawling lawns, a barn and a dining room within the inn. On-site amenities include a Bed and Breakfast, ample parking, a lap pool, tennis court, fitness center, fire pit and more!

Weddings

Five Bridge Inn provides a stunning backdrop for your New England wedding. The venue is completely yours for the big celebration. Your event booking includes accommodations for 14 in beautifully decorated guest rooms, a bridal suite, a hair salon, and a make-up room. Your guests will enjoy a delicious complimentary breakfast and after they can enjoy the fitness center, play a game of tennis, or go for a swim and relax poolside.

The Inn has 3 onsite ceremony locations- a wedding chapel, Greek pergola, and a birch arbor on the lawn. Following the ceremony, guests will head to the poolside patio and pavilion to enjoy cocktails and hors d' oeuvres. Dinner and dancing take place in the four season tent with built in flooring that has both heating and air conditioning for your guest’s comfort. An after party at the fire-pit with your friends and family will cap off your celebration. A Five Bridge Inn wedding will ensure the most amazing memories of a lifetime.

 Corporate Events, Outings and Social Events

The inn offers several locations to accommodate lunch or dinner meetings, annual company outings, receptions, bar/bat mitzvahs, picnics, fundraisers, concerts and holiday parties! A new barn being built on the property is ideal for parties in the winter months. It is scheduled to be opened on November , 2017 and it will be an ideal venue for holiday parties and more intimate celebrations.  The property is equipped with enough space for parking, staging, lawn games, trail discovery, fitness center, tennis courts and more!

Five Bridge Inn is one of the most versatile event sites- a must see! Check out their website to learn more. 

Photo Credits: Angela Greenlaw Photography (top 4 images) & Black Thumb Studios (last image)

VENUE FEATURE: TOWER HILL BOTANIC GARDEN

 
Samantha Melanson Photography