When people think of Adler Ranch, they often picture wedding vows under the open sky, the glow of vintage neon signs, and the legendary Grain Bin Bar. But here’s the thing — we’re so much more than a wedding venue. Our Alexandria, MN event venue has become the go-to spot for company picnics, nonprofit fundraisers, celebrations of life, and our annual Adler Ranch Retro Market — a two-day antique and vintage event that draws collectors, families, and friends from all over the Midwest.

We’ve built Adler Ranch to handle celebrations of all kinds — from heartfelt to high-energy — and we do it with the same attention to detail, hospitality, and vintage soul that couples have come to love.

10 Creative Ways to Reuse Extra Fabric from Your Wedding Dress Alterations

Keepsake Ideas Inspired by Real Adler Ranch Weddings

At Adler Ranch Wedding Venue, we’ve seen a lot of wedding gowns—and we mean a lot. From vintage lace showstoppers to sleek satin modern gowns, they all come in with a dream and leave a little trail of fabric scraps behind after alterations. But here’s the thing: that leftover fabric? It’s not just debris from your seamstress’s scissors—it’s memory-laced material waiting to become something meaningful.

Over the years, many of our Adler Ranch brides have surprised us with what they’ve done with their dress scraps. We’re talking baptism gowns, custom boutonnières, handmade ornaments. One even wrapped her bouquet in lace from her mom’s old wedding dress and her own altered train—cue the ugly cry. These ideas aren’t just adorable; they’re deeply personal, practical, and rooted in real-life love stories that unfolded right here at the Ranch.

So before you toss those trimmings in the trash, read this list of creative, heartfelt ways to repurpose your wedding dress alteration fabric. You might just find the perfect keepsake idea to carry your wedding memories into the future.

10 Smart Questions to Ask Before Booking a Wedding Venue in Minnesota

The Real Questions You Should Ask-And How Adler Ranch Answers Them

So, you’re in deep. The group texts are chaos, your Pinterest is an emotional rollercoaster, and your search history reads like “best barn wedding venue near me” is a full-time job. You’ve seen the photos, skimmed the reviews, maybe toured a few spots—and now you’re ready to book.

Hold up. Put the phone down. Step away from the deposit button.

Before you commit to a venue, there are a few non-negotiable questions that every couple should be asking—and no, we’re not talking about whether the DJ can plug in his fog machine. We’re talking real, sanity-saving, budget-protecting questions that will make the difference between “Best Day Ever” and “Why didn’t anyone tell me this?!”

At Adler Ranch, we don’t flinch at questions. We welcome them. We encourage them. Because you’re not just renting a space. You’re trusting a team. Let’s dig into the top wedding venue questions you need to ask—plus the real, unfiltered way we handle them here at Adler Ranch.