Inspiration & Ideas


Four Words You Should Never Say to Your Wedding Musician

Musicians listen carefully to song lyrics and often are “walking encyclopedias” of songs. They also have a sense of humor or irony. For those reasons, you might want to avoid these four words when talking to your wedding musician or DJ. Hey, Kathy! Thanks...

Be Our Guest…Book!

What’s trending in wedding guest books? Plenty! Whether you want a classic volume or a video kiosk or a rotary phone to record your guests’ messages to you, you have options! Read on to find out more! Hey, Christie! We’re getting married at Ainsworth House...

When Did Wedding Guest Books Start?

Why did people want a wedding guest book in the first place? The answer might surprise you! Hey, Kathy! I’m planning my wedding next year at Ainsworth House & Gardens and questions came up: When did having a wedding guest book start? Why? Are there any trends in...

2026 Wedding Trend: Get Married in a Garden!

Looking ahead to 2026, two wedding trends appear on the horizon: Getting married in a beautiful garden and having a smaller, micro-wedding. At Ainsworth House & Gardens, you can have both! Read on to find out about our fabulous wedding venues! Hey, Christie! My...

2025 Wedding Trend: Branding Your Wedding

How can you brand your wedding to make it unique and memorable? In this blog post, we explore specific ways you can identify your theme/motif, colors, and other ways to make your wedding stand out from the crowd! Read on and find out more! Hey, Christie! We’re getting...