Katie and TJ’s Granite Rose wedding in Hampstead, New Hampshire was filled with colorful details, happy tears, and picture perfect moments from start to finish. The excitement began early as both the bride and groom got ready with their closest friends and family at the DoubleTree Hotel in Andover, Massachusetts. Katie’s details included sentimental items such as her grandmother’s pearl necklace and TJ’s grandmother’s ring. With anticipation building throughout the morning, everyone made their way north to The Granite Rose, where Katie and TJ were about to begin the next chapter of their lives together!
Getting Ready In Andover, MA
When we arrived at the DoubleTree Hotel, we headed straight to Katie’s room, where she and her bridesmaids were getting ready for the day. A beautiful bouquet of flowers delivered by TJ sat on the coffee table in the center of the room. The girls, dressed in matching yellow and blue pajamas, filled the room with great energy. After hair and makeup wrapped up, they even broke out into an impromptu pillow fight before gathering their things and boarding the shuttle to The Granite Rose. Once at the venue, Katie’s mom helped her into her wedding dress before she shared a sweet first look with her bridesmaids. Meanwhile, TJ got ready with his groomsmen in the groom’s suite as everyone put on the finishing touches. The couple then met in the back garden for an emotional first look before we captured portraits of the two of them, followed by wedding party and family photos ahead of the ceremony!
Garden Ceremony
As guests arrived for the ceremony, the sun shined brightly over The Granite Rose. TJ made his way down the aisle first, followed by his groomsmen and then Katie’s bridesmaids. Soon, the deck doors opened, and Katie made her entrance with her mom by her side. TJ’s face lit up as she walked toward him, creating a moment neither of them will forget. The couple exchanged teary vows beneath a beautifully decorated arbor filled with colorful florals before officially saying, “I do!” They sealed the moment with a kiss before making their way back up the aisle hand in hand. At the end of the aisle, they stopped for a celebratory dip kiss as family and friends cheered them on. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktail hour while everyone prepared for the reception inside!
Ballroom Reception
Once cocktail hour wrapped up, guests made their way into the beautifully decorated reception space, filled with bright yellow and blue details. Introductions kicked things off with both sets of parents, followed by the wedding party, before Katie and TJ made their grand entrance to a room full of cheers. They stopped for an epic dip kiss beside the sparklers before stepping into their first dance. We then stole the newlyweds away for dreamy golden hour portraits surrounded by blooming yellow wildflowers. After dinner, Katie’s mom, TJ’s dad, Best Man Connor, and Maid of Honor Natalia, who surprised everyone with a prerecorded speech from across the pond, shared heartfelt toasts. Katie and TJ then cut their cake before sharing dances with their moms. The dance floor opened, and the night ended with an unforgettable t-shirt toss!
Katie and TJ, thank you for allowing us to be a part of such an unforgettable day. Congratulations, and cheers to a lifetime of amazing memories together!
-Allison & Connor
Vendor Team:
Venue: The Granite Rose – Wedgewood Weddings
Photographer: Allison Clarke Photography
Hair: Amanda Ciampa
Florals: Susanne’s Weddings
DJ: Main Event Ent
Attire: Modern Bride
Cake/Baker: Jacques Fine European Pastries
