Amanda Leigh Walters of Winder, formerly of Washington, and Gordon Peter Hendry of Winder, formerly of Great Britain, were united in marriage in a beautiful garden ceremony Sunday, October 2, at five o’clock in the afternoon at The Carl House in Auburn. Former Washington resident, Rev. H. Grady Mosley II of Lawrenceville officiated the double-ring ceremony

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bailey of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. James Walters of Elberton.

The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hendry of Consett County Durham, United Kingdom, and Flowery Branch.

The grounds of the garden were immaculate and draped in fresh pansies, peonies, valerian and a variety of mixed green plants. Family pews were marked with magnolia leaves and white calla lilies secured with tulle bows and matching ribbon. The stone walkway leading from the house across the bridge marked the pathway for the bridal party. The way was lined with rose petals on both sides and the bridge was draped in white organza tulle. Oversized iron candelabra held white candles with ferns entwined while smaller iron candelabra held ferns and eucalyptus. The large brick wall in the background was adorned with ferns, magnolia leaves, jade and mixed greenery in oversized pots. Four smaller iron candelabra held single white candles placed on the steps leading to the brick wall and pergola where the ceremony was performed.

Programs were handed out by Amy Walters of Elberton and Katie Pate of Madison, Ala., cousins of the bride. Silver and white wedding bells were given out by John and Laura Moffat of Great Brittain, cousins of the bridegroom.

Mrs. Carrie Scruggs of Athens, harpist, provided beautiful music which included “Ave Maria,” “Ode to Joy,” and “Through the Eyes of Love” for the prelude. Grandmothers were seated to “Canon in D” as were the mothers as they entered to light the wedding candles. “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” marked the wedding party processional and “Trumpet Voluntary” designated the arrival of the bride.

After the lighting of the unity candle, the congregation joined in praying “The Lord’s Prayer”. Following the wedding kiss and presentation of the couple, the garden erupted to the sounds of guests’ wedding bells. “Chariots of Fire” was the recessional.

Mark Hendry of Nepal and Great Britain, brother of the bridegroom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Norman Achong of Maryland, and Anthony Bailey of Albany, N.Y., brother of the bride. Nathan Walters of Elberton, brother of the bride, was junior groomsman. Dorian Wright and Jaylen Matthews of Washington, cousins of the bride, served as ringbearers. Each was presented a boutonniere of miniature white calla lilies.

Lynsey Walters of Athens was her sister’s maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Matt Ledford of Gainesville, sister of the bridegroom, and Jamie Moore of Atlanta. Each wore a strapless latte-colored satin ball gown with an A-line skirt, ruched waist and ivory panel invert featuring beading and embroidery. Matching earrings and pearls, gifts of the bride, completed their attire.

Jillian Walters of Elberton, sister of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid. She wore a sleeveless ivory satin gown with a split front A-line skirt and embroidered fitted bodice.

The attendants carried bouquets of white calla lilies with salal leaves wrapped in white satin and secured with pins.

MaKayla Wray and Malasia Matthews of Washington, cousins of the bride, served as flower girls. They wore matching ivory gowns with A-line skirts of organza overlay and fitted bodices of beads and crystals, high waists and rhinestone belts. Crystal tiaras adorned their hair and they carried ivory satin baskets with peach and white rose petals.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by both of her fathers, the bride was enchanting in her Maggie Sottero designer diamond white ball gown. The one-piece strapless corset A-line featured an asymmetrical wrap and ruched bodice with delicate tulle lace sprinkled with Swarovski crystals, bugle beads and seed pearls. The insert panel and chapel train were created with the same delicate lace.

Her candlelight double illusion veil, made by her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Martin Bagwell, featured sprinkles of seed pearls and crystals and was bordered in satin and lace.

For “something old” the bride carried a linen handkerchief belonging to her late maternal great-grandmother as well as her own baby bonnet made by her maternal grandmother that the bride wore home from the hospital as a newborn baby.

For “something new” she had her gown and a diamond bracelet, a gift from her mother. Her mother’s pearls and her paternal grandmother’s earrings were her “something borrowed” and her “something blue” was her garter.

In her matching beaded sandals she wore two sixpence, one from America and one brought over from England in keeping with English tradition.

Her hand-tied bouquet of miniature rust and peach calla lilies surrounded by salal leaves was wrapped in satin green ribbon and secured with pins.

For her daughter’s wedding Mrs. Bailey chose an exquisite Michelangelo champagne floor-length gown fashioned with an organza split front with a beaded empire waist, illusion detail top and georgette sleeves. A pearl bracelet with matching pearl and diamond earrings completed her attire.

The bridegroom’s mother, Mrs. Hendry, chose a lovely two-piece coral floor-length gown which featured a Vneckline with an ivory fitted bodice and matching coral bolero-style jacket.

Both carried bouquets of miniature calla lilies with salal leaves wrapped in white satin and pinned.

The bride’s stepmother, Mrs. Walters, wore a black floor-length crepe gown fashioned with a scoop neckline, beaded bodice and organza sleeves. Matching accessories and a corsage of miniature calla lilies completed her attire.

Mrs. Martin Bagwell of Kings Mountain, N.C., the bride’s grandmother, chose a lovely three-piece mock royal blue velvet ensemble and beaded jacket. Her paternal grandmother, Mrs. Bob Walters of Elberton, wore a lovely floorlength teal green dress with a beaded bodice and scoop neckline. Paternal step-grandmother, Mrs. Robert Bailey of Ardmore, Ala., wore a two-piece honey beige polyester crepe slacks ensemble with a flowing overlay with a longsleeved crepe jacket adorned with sequins and beads.

All wore matching wrist corsages of miniature white calla lilies with ivory ribbon.

Reception

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bailey hosted a reception inside the Grande Ballroom of The Carl House immediately following the ceremony.

Guests were escorted in through the side entrance where they enjoyed a cocktail hour and were served a domestic and imported cheese montage.

The bride’s portrait was on display in the side foyer and as guests entered the lounge area where the gift table was located, the couple’s sign-in engagement photo was on display.

As guests made their way to be seated in the ballroom, they passed through the hallway where the bride’s book was kept along with favor bags and wallet-size bridal portraits, mementos of the occasion.

The large double spiral staircase was decorated with garlands of ivy and white twinkling lights.The mantel over the large marble fireplace was decorated in mixed greenery and votives. Vine wreaths were hung over every entrance into the ballroom.

The wedding party and parents were introduced as was the wedding couple as they ascended the grand staircase. For her entrance, the bride’s train was bustled and she wore only her crystal headpiece with her veil removed.

Once everyone took their places, the couple danced their first dance as husband and wife to “Come What May.” The bride then danced with her father, Bruce Bailey, while the bridegroom danced with his mother to “Wind Beneath My Wings” followed by the bride dancing with her father, James Walters, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bailey dancing to “Unforgettable.”

Dinner was served and the couple along with Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hendry and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bailey were seated at the head table decorated with a white linen drape and two arrangements of white calla lilies, mixed greenery and votives.

Each dinner table was covered in ivory linen with a white linen overlay and held a large arrangement of long stemmed white calla lilies, mixed greenery and white votives along with a dinner menu at each place setting.

Guests enjoyed a seated dinner of mixed green salad, pecan encrusted chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, mixed vegetable medley, and fresh rolls with peach tea, water and coffee.

After the meal the bridegroom’s brother and best man, Mark Hendry, gave the traditional English champagne toast.

Centering the veranda area decorated by greenery and votives was a large chocolate fountain where guests dipped strawberries, cookies, marshmallows, bananas and Rice Krispy Treats into the flowing chocolate.

The wedding cake was three layers of golden decorated packages of chocolate kahlua, vanilla custard and raspberry cream filling. Sugar and gum paste large golden bows and royal icing dots tied the cake together over buttercream frosting while golden grapes added sparkle.

The bridegroom’s cake was a traditional British delight made of fruit and nuts and flown in from England for the occasion.

After dinner, guests danced to the music of Juke Box Classics of Atlanta.

The bride tossed her bouquet from the balcony of the double grand staircase and the couple departed amid a flurry of bubbles blown by guests from champagne shaped bottles of bubbles in a l962 Rolls Royce limousine for a wedding night at The Ritz-Carlton in Atlanta.

Following a wedding trip to Las Vegas, they are making their home in Winder.

Bridesmaids Brunch

Amanda Walters was entertained at a bridesmaids’ brunch Saturday, October 1, at the Chateau Élan Winery and Resort in Brazelton.

The bride-elect was radiant in a fuchsia sweater twin set and black crepe skirt.

Tables were decorated in long white linen cloths with pink anthuriums and greenery wrapped in organza tulle.

The bridal party and family enjoyed a buffet of traditional breakfast foods along with crepes, muffins and a variety of fruits, juices and coffees.

The bride-elect presented her wedding party gifts of tee shirts each noting the recipient’s place in the wedding; also, pearl necklaces and earrings to complement their attendant’s attire.The junior bridesmaid and flower girls received engraved initialed antique silver mirrored compacts.

Twenty friends and family members attended. Special guests were the brideelect’s mother, Mrs. Bruce Bailey of Washington; step-mother, Mrs. James Walters of Elberton; grandmothers, Mrs. Martin Bagwell of Kings Mountain, N.C., Mrs. Bob Walters of Elberton and Mrs. Robert Bailey of Ardmore, Ala. Rehearsal Dinner

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hendry entertained the engaged couple, wedding party, and family at dinner at The Club House on the grounds of their neighborhood at Sterling on the Lake in Flowery Branch.

The evening was casual and the bride wore a white knit shirt with the word “BRIDE” in rhinestones across the front. The wedding party wore corresponding shirts with their wedding role printed on the front.

Prior to the meal, the prospective bridegroom’s family gathered everyone in the social room for a champagne toast.

The outdoor area overlooking the infinity pool, water park and playground, featured open stone fireplaces. Buffet tables on this terrace were covered with Army-Navy cloths. Tea, lemonade, water and champagne were served with a Southern meal of fried chicken, barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad and rolls with pecan and apple pie for dessert.

After dinner, guests were escorted into the theater room for a slideshow of the couple’s childhoods and lives together shown with accompanying music.

At this time the prospective bridegroom presented gifts to all of his groomsmen and ringbearers.

Fifty-two guests attended.