Just Engaged: Your First Wedding Planning Checklist

Timber Valley Farm Barn Rental - Wedding Venue and Event Venue in Clear Spring, Maryland

The journey to "I Do" starts here! If you’ve just gotten engaged, focus on these essential first steps to lay a solid foundation for your celebration at a venue like our beautiful new timber barn.

1. Dream & Decide: The Foundation

  • Envision your wedding: What style do you imagine? (e.g., romantic, modern, rustic). Our new barn offers the perfect rustic canvas!

  • Set a date: Consider the season and venue availability. Crucially, think about major travel holidays for guests traveling from PA, WV, and VA.

  • Determine your budget: How much can you realistically spend? This dictates all other decisions.

  • Draft a guest list: Get a preliminary idea of your guest count for venue capacity planning.

2. Assemble Your Team: Support is Key

  • Hire a wedding planner (optional): They can help with organization and vendor selection, saving you stress.

  • Choose your wedding party: Ask your bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other attendants—they will be your support system!

3. Venue & Vendors: Book Early!

  • Book your venue(s): Ceremony and reception locations, especially popular spots like our new timber frame barn, often book up a year or more in advance. Lock in your date!

  • Research and book key vendors: Photographer, Caterer, Florist, DJ/band, and Officiant.

4. The Look & Essentials:

  • Start dress shopping: Browse styles and book appointments; the process takes time.

  • Consider attire for the wedding party: Discuss colors and styles early.

  • Buy wedding insurance: Protect your investment from unforeseen circumstances.

  • Create a wedding website: This is essential for sharing travel info and details with guests traveling to Clear Spring, MD.

Tips for Success: Prioritize tasks, stay organized, and communicate constantly. Most importantly: Have fun!

Contact Karen and Tom Grosh at https://timbervalleyfarmbarnrental.com/contact/ to start planning your dream wedding!

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