100 Weddings Interview!
The Thomsons achieved their first big milestone as venue owners— 100 weddings! The Thomsons took ownership of TMD in 2021. We took a little trip down memory lane and interviewed Jourdan about her thoughts and experiences.
On average, how many weddings do you host a year?
25-30 plus small events like baby showers, bridal showers, graduation parties, anniversary parties
Baby shower, 2023
How did you feel hosting your very first wedding?
Our first wedding was March 20, 2021.
I was so excited and a little nervous. Issac (previous owner) came for the weekend to show us how a wedding weekend would typically run for them. We caught on very quickly and knew this was exactly where we should be.
What are some of the most valuable things you’ve learned along the way? Tips for other venue owners?
So many lessons have been learned…
Communication is key when planning any event big or small.
Our clients and couples are always right— we want to make this the happiest day/weekend of their life.
We cannot control the weather 😅
Staying calm during any situation big or small is the biggest key to success!
Your favorite traditions your couples have done?
I loved the Wedding Cookie Table, a tradition in Pittsburgh where all guests bring a few dozen cookies to be set out on a big table. Guests pack up a to-go box at the end of the night— makes the cutest wedding favor!
What did the craziest/busiest wedding weekend look like for you?
The weekends where I book back to back weddings. I have done this on holiday weekends where we traditionally have a wedding on Saturday and Sunday (we usually offer this on Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend) we always pull it off, but my team could kill me! 😅
A few unforgettable wedding mentions:
Most memorable wedding?
Kennedy and Chris 3/1/2024
The wedding we planned in 19 days from start to finish, with the best after party ever in the basement of the chapel. James got to officiate this wedding, as well, which was fun for him.
Most unique wedding?
Taryn and Tyler 9/7/2024
We used every part of the property for this special day - the chapel for rehearsal dinner, the barn for cocktail hour, and the big tent for the reception over the bricks!
Wedding that partied the hardest?
Keirston and Chandler 9/9/2023
The most fun loving couple who knew how to throw a party. The sweetest intimate ceremony with 40 close family and friends-turned big reception throughout the property!
Most colorful wedding?
Lauren and Zach - 8/24/2024
An absolute dream wedding day.
Lauren was so organized through the entire planning process, she knew what she wanted and how she wanted everything to look to bring her vision to life! We were there every step of the way helping create a dreamy backdrop for her garden themed wedding day.
With our first 100 weddings under our belt, we are thankful for all the opportunities we have been given to learn over the last 3 years. We feel fortunate to have been blessed with the best clients, many of whom we now call friends. Let the next 100 weddings commence!
- J.S.