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Chattanooga Wedding Venues Miss Daisy Loves

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:03 GMT

Our Favorite Chattanooga Wedding Venues

After years of bringing Miss Daisy to weddings all over the Chattanooga area, we've gotten to know a lot of local venues — and a few have become real favorites. Here are five we love, and why we think they're worth a look if you're planning your big day.

Ramble Creek Weddings & Events

Ramble Creek Weddings & Events is a favorite of ours for couples who want a simpler planning process. They offer all-inclusive options, which takes a lot of the stress off couples trying to coordinate a dozen vendors on their own. We also always look forward to weddings there for a more personal reason — their cakes and catered food are some of the best around. From a photo bus standpoint, it's a great setup too — we're able to park Miss Daisy right next to the front door, making her easy for guests to access during cocktail hour and giving everyone plenty of time for photo ops.

Howe Farms

Howe Farms stands out because of how many different venue options they have on one property, each with its own unique feel. Their Tennessee estate is actually home to seven distinct event venues spread across two neighboring properties, Howe Farms and Five Gables, so no two couples' days ever quite look the same. If you're chasing that perfect Tennessee sunset, The Pavilion is hard to beat — and we're able to park Miss Daisy right on the side of the patio there, so guests can wander over between dances for a photo with the golden hour light behind them.

Oakleaf Cottage

For couples dreaming of a forest wedding, Oakleaf Cottage delivers exactly that. Tucked away on 32 private acres in the Appalachian foothills, the venue is a certified sustainable venue through green|spaces Chattanooga, and it shows in every detail, from the curated vintage glassware to the century-old oak tree many couples say their vows beneath. Yes, we get the question a lot — and yes, Miss Daisy can make it up their steep driveway. The owners are some of the loveliest people we've worked with, and we're able to park just outside the reception hall so she's right there for guests all evening. As you see in the photo above, Miss Daisy has a rain plan in case there is more precipitation on your wedding day than expected.

Gardens in the Gorge

Gardens in the Gorge is one of the most scenic venues on this list, with a wonderful garden area for the ceremony and sweeping views of the river and mountains for the reception. The reception hall, Windsor Hall, is a striking 6,000 square foot Tudor-style manor house with windows on nearly every wall, so the gorge views follow you indoors too. The ceremony green sits right along the edge of Prentice Cooper State Forest, giving couples a truly one-of-a-kind backdrop. We park Miss Daisy right outside the main doors of the reception hall, so she's easy to spot and easy to visit throughout the night.

Hidden Springs Venue

Hidden Springs Venue is a great option for couples wanting to keep everyone together for the whole weekend, since they offer several on-site accommodation options. The property itself has a laid-back luxury feel, with cozy cabins and a sparkling lake tucked into the East Tennessee forest, making it an easy place for guests to slow down and settle in for the whole celebration. Miss Daisy sets up right on their patio, making her a natural gathering spot for guests moving between the reception and cocktail hour.

Planning Your Chattanooga Wedding?

Whether you've already booked your venue or you're still exploring options, we'd love to be part of your day. Miss Daisy has made herself at home at venues all across the Chattanooga area, and we're always happy to talk through logistics for wherever you choose. Get in touch to check availability for your wedding date.

Ice on the Landing 2018

shane.tretheway@gmail.com (Shane Tretheway) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:55:10 GMT

Miss Daisy on Ice! (JK)

Every year the gardens at the Chattanooga Choo Choo become a fun ice skating rink, called Ice on the Landing. It's such a fun and family friendly event that last about 8 weeks during the winter.

They have a tent set up with skate rental so all you need is some warm clothes and little bit of balance for some fun. There's often a food station with delicious crepes and hot chocolate to keep you nice a warm.

Miss Daisy was set up just outside of the skating rink for friends and families to hop in for a picture before going ice skating. We had all kinds of Christmas themed props from Santa hats, reindeer antlers, and Christmas trees hats. Everyone was in the Christmas spirit and ready to take their holiday pictures.

We even broke our record for the most people in the bus! We had NINE people (+ a dog) inside Miss Daisy. It was definitely cramped and not everyone was visible to the camera but they were in there. It may not have been very comfortable but I can guarantee that they were toasty with all of the body heat.

Photo Booth vs Photo Bus

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:41:08 GMT

Which One is Best For Your

Chattanooga Wedding Or Event?

Trying to decide between a traditional photo booth and a vintage photo bus for your Chattanooga wedding? Here's an honest breakdown of the differences.

Photo Booth vs. Photo Bus: Which One Is Right for Your Event?

If you've started planning a wedding or big event in the Chattanooga area, you've probably noticed that "photo booth" isn't really one thing anymore. Somewhere along the way, the classic curtained box got a cool cousin: the photo bus. So what's actually different, and which one fits your day better? Let's break it down.

What Is a Traditional Photo Booth?

A traditional photo booth is usually an enclosed box, pop-up tent, or open-air setup with a camera, a backdrop, and a printer. Guests step in (or up), strike a pose, and walk away with a photo strip a few seconds later. It's a tried-and-true favorite for a reason — it's simple, familiar, and gets the job done.

Photo booths are a great fit if you:

Have limited indoor space at your venue
Want a more compact footprint for a smaller guest count
Are working with a tighter budget
Just want the classic strip-photo experience without any extra flair

What Is a Photo Bus?

A photo bus takes that same idea — instant photo strips, fun props, unlimited prints — and puts it inside something guests will actually remember. In our case, that "something" is Miss Daisy, our fully restored 1971 Volkswagen Bus. Instead of stepping into a plain box, your guests climb into a bright yellow vintage VW for their photo, with the whole bus doubling as a built-in backdrop and conversation piece.

A photo bus is a great fit if you:

Want a statement piece that doubles as decor, not just an activity
Are hosting your wedding or event outdoors, or somewhere with room for the bus to park
Want photo opportunities outside the booth too — Miss Daisy is a magnet for candid pics all night, not just the ones from inside
Want your photo booth to actually match your wedding's aesthetic (boho, vintage, retro, or just plain fun)

The Real Differences

1. The "wow" factor. A photo booth blends into the background of your reception. A photo bus doesn't — guests spot Miss Daisy from across the venue, and she tends to become one of the most photographed things at the whole event, even by people who never step inside for a strip.

2. Photo opportunities before, during, and after. With a standard booth, the photos happen inside the booth, period. With a photo bus, you get bonus photo ops all night: guests posing next to the bus, wedding parties using her for portraits, kids climbing on the running board. She works overtime as both entertainment and decor.

3. Space and setup. Booths can go pretty much anywhere, indoors or out, since they're compact. A photo bus needs outdoor space to park (we'll always scope this out with your venue ahead of time), but in exchange, you get a much bigger visual presence.

4. Personality. This is really the heart of it. A photo booth is a fixture. A photo bus is a character. Miss Daisy has her own name, her own story (we rescued and restored her ourselves back in 2018), and guests genuinely react to her differently than they would a plain booth.

So Which Should You Choose?

Bring Miss Daisy to Your Chattanooga Event

SunKissed Photo Bus brings Miss Daisy — our vintage 1971 VW Bus turned photo booth — to weddings, parties, and photo shoots across Chattanooga, Tennessee and beyond. Unlimited prints, a full prop collection, and a whole lot of personality included.

Check out our pricing or get in touch to see if she's free for your date.

Bug-a-Palüza

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:14:28 GMT

Miss Daisy at Bug-a-Palüza:

Our Favorite VW Meet Up of the Year"

Miss Daisy at Bug-a-Palüza

Every year, we load Miss Daisy up and head to Bug-a-Palüza , and every year it's one of our favorite weekends on the calendar. Billed as the Southeast's premier VW festival, it's held each spring at Camp Jordan Park in East Ridge, TN, and it's exactly the kind of event a couple of VW bus owners look forward to all year.

What Is Bug-a-Palüza?

Bug-a-Palüza brings together VW owners and enthusiasts from all over for a weekend of show cars, a swap meet, and classes for anyone into air-cooled and water-cooled Volkswagens alike. Everything from vintage Beetles and buses to buggies and modern VWs shows up, all judged across dozens of categories. Proceeds from the show benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chattanooga, so it's a weekend that supports a great cause too.

Why We Keep Coming Back

As much as we love bringing Miss Daisy out for weddings and events, Bug-a-Palüza is different — it's a weekend just for us and her. We get to swap stories with other VW owners who understand exactly why we've spent so many hours (and dollars) keeping a decades-old bus running. The swap meet is always a highlight too, since you never know what parts, memorabilia, or VW oddities you'll stumble across.

It's also just fun to see Miss Daisy parked among dozens of other beautifully restored VWs, each with its own story. There's a real sense of community among VW people, and Bug-a-Palüza is where a lot of that community shows up in one place.

See You There Next Year

If you're a fellow VW owner or just someone who loves vintage buses and Beetles, we'd love to see you at Bug-a-Palüza. And if you're planning a wedding or event and want Miss Daisy there instead, we're always happy to bring the fun to you.

Get in touch to book Miss Daisy for your next Chattanooga area event.

Miss Daisy Rolls Through MAINx24: Chattanooga's Southside Holiday Parade

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:28:33 GMT

Miss Daisy Rolls Through MAINx24

Every first Saturday in December, Chattanooga's Southside comes alive for MAINx24 — a 24-hour, all-out celebration of Main Street that's grown into one of the city's most beloved traditions since it started back in 2007. With over 120 events packed into a single day, from the Chili Cook-Off to Adult Big Wheel Races to live music all day long, it's become a true community staple. And every year, Miss Daisy gets to be part of it.

Cruising Main Street with the Scenic City Volks Folks

Miss Daisy joins the parade and cruise alongside other Volkswagens with the Scenic City Volks Folks , rolling down Main Street as part of the festivities. We deck her out in full Christmas decor for the occasion, because if there's ever a day to lean all the way into the holiday spirit, it's MAINx24. As we cruise, we pass out goody bags of candy to everyone lining the street, which is honestly one of our favorite parts of the whole day.

The Best Seats on the Route

If you've ever walked the parade route, you already know about the house party that shows up every single year without fail — the crew in adult onesie pajamas, tossing jello shots out to the crowd as the parade rolls by. It's exactly the kind of unexpected, only-in-Chattanooga moment that makes MAINx24 so much fun, and it never fails to get a laugh (and a cheer) out of everyone watching from the sidewalk.

Why We Keep Coming Back

MAINx24 is such a great reminder of why we love being part of the Chattanooga community. Getting to cruise Main Street with a whole crew of fellow VW lovers, hand out candy to families lining the street, and soak up all the holiday chaos alongside neighbors and friends is something we look forward to every single year.

Catch Miss Daisy Next December

Keep an eye on our blog and social media for the next MAINx24 parade, and come say hi to Miss Daisy on Main Street. And if you're planning a holiday party or event of your own, we'd love to bring her along.

Get in touch to check availability for your next Chattanooga event.

Sunflower Mini Sessions

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 16:42:40 GMT

A Yellow VW Bus in a Sunflower Field

is the Perfect Combo

Sunflower Mini Sessions with

Miss Daisy

If you've been following along on Instagram, you've probably seen the photos: golden sunflower fields, a bright yellow VW bus, and families, couples, and friends soaking up the last warm days of the season. That's our sunflower mini session day, and it's one of our favorite events of the year.

How It Works

A few times a year, we host a mini session day out in a sunflower field, with Miss Daisy parked right in the middle of it as the backdrop. Instead of booking a full session, families and couples reserve a single timeline slot for the day.

Sessions run 15–20 minutes — just enough time to get a great gallery without the pressure of a full-length photo shoot
You pick your slot — timeline spots are first-come, first-served, so the earlier you book, the more choices you'll have
Everyone's welcome — we see families, couples, engagement sessions, and solo portraits all in the same day

It's a fun, low-key way to get professional photos with Miss Daisy without committing to a private booking.

Why Sunflower Minis Are So Popular

There's just something about a sunflower field that makes for beautiful, easy photos — warm light, natural color, and a backdrop that does a lot of the work for you. Add Miss Daisy into the mix, and you get a set of photos that actually look like you, not a generic studio backdrop. Bring flower crowns, cozy layers, or whatever feels like your style — the field and the bus do the rest.

How to Book Your Spot

Mini session days fill up fast, and slots are limited since each one only lasts 15–20 minutes. Keep an eye on our social media for our next sunflower mini session date, and reach out early to grab your timeline slot.

Miss Daisy Goes Red: Raising Awareness for Women's Heart Health

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 11:46:28 GMT

Did you know the number one killer of women isn't breast cancer? It's heart disease. It's a surprising statistic, and one that doesn't get talked about nearly enough — which is exactly why Miss Daisy was proud to join the Go Red for Women movement here in Chattanooga.

A Day Dedicated to a Good Cause

We teamed up with two wonderful local businesses, Summerfield Studio Floral Design and Homemade Llamanade , to bring some color, community, and awareness together for a great cause. Everyone showed up dressed head-to-toe in red, and Miss Daisy fit right in — her yellow paint job took a backseat to a whole lot of red dresses for the day.

We sipped red wine, snapped plenty of photos in the bus, and spent time talking with some incredible women from the American Heart Association's Chattanooga chapter about the work they're doing to fight heart disease and support women's heart health in our community.

Why It Matters

Heart disease affects far more women than most people realize, and awareness is one of the simplest ways to start changing that. Events like this one aren't just a good excuse to get dressed up (though we won't pretend that wasn't a fun part of it) — they're a reminder to take women's heart health seriously, encourage the women in our lives to know the warning signs, and support the organizations working to make a difference.

Miss Daisy Loves a Good Cause

If you're organizing a community event, fundraiser, or awareness campaign in the Chattanooga area and think Miss Daisy would be a fun addition, we'd love to hear from you. There's nothing we enjoy more than showing up for causes that matter.

Get in touch to see if she's available for your next event.

Go Pink! 2019

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 12:10:06 GMT

Miss Daisy

Colors Chattanooga Pink!

Every year, CHI Memorial hosts its Pink! Gala to support the MaryEllen Locher Breast Center, which provides high-quality care to women right here in our community. Each February, the whole city joins in — Chattanooga goes pink to support CHI Memorial's efforts, with residents encouraged to wear pink throughout the month to raise awareness of the many women diagnosed with breast cancer.

Coloring Chattanooga Pink

This year, SunKissed Photo Bus got to be part of it. We teamed up with Summerfield Studio Floral Design to help Color Chattanooga Pink, and on a chilly January morning, we met up at the Chattanooga Golf and Country Club to show our support.

We brought Miss Daisy along for the occasion, and Rebecca from Summerfield Studio brought the most gorgeous pink flower crowns to complete the look. Allison Turcotte was there to capture it all in photos, and we put together a quick video to share the moment on social media.

Why We Show Up

Breast cancer touches so many families in our community, and the MaryEllen Locher Breast Center's work providing high-quality care to women is something worth celebrating and supporting. Getting to bring Miss Daisy out for mornings like this one, surrounded by pink flowers and good company, is one of our favorite ways to help spread that awareness a little further.

Bring Miss Daisy to Your Cause

If you're planning an awareness event, fundraiser, or community gathering in the Chattanooga area, we'd love to help make it memorable. Miss Daisy shows up in style for causes worth celebrating.

Get in touch to see if she's available for your next event.

Our Story

shane.tretheway@gmail.com (Shane Tretheway) — Sat, 22 Sep 2018 17:03:00 GMT

The Owners of Miss Daisy

We are Shane & Kaley Tretheway. Kaley and I met in college at Lee University in Cleveland, TN and were college sweethearts. We married in October of 2015 in Gruene, Texas. Two days after our wedding, we flew to our new home in Melbourne, Australia, where we would spend the next year. We pit-stopped in New Zealand & Fiji for our honeymoon before arriving to what would become an amazing adventure. Kaley got a job as a hostess for a 5-Star Accor Property Restaurant, and I was placed at an internship at VidCorp, where I would eventually be salaried as their Digital Media Integration Specialist.

During our time in Melbourne, we decided to go on a trip down the Great Ocean Road, one of the most iconic surf destinations in the world. It was only about an hour away from the city, so it was a no-brainer for us to go see. Kaley, for some reason, had the idea to rent an old VW Camper Bus to drive down there and camp in. So after one of Australia's MANY 4-day workweeks, Kaley and I, as well as our American friends, Courtney and Mark embarked on an unforgettable journey for the extended weekend. Our destination: The Twelve Apostle, if we made it that far. But we weren't in a hurry. Obviously.

We began our journey by taking a train from Melbourne to Geelong, Australia, where we were renting the VW Bus from. We met the owners of the bus, who had an army of busses on their lawn. Our bus's name was Applejack, a bright yellow 1978 4-speed Baywindow Camper. Neither Kaley nor myself knew how to drive a manual transmission, so we were really excited when Courtney said she did. After a very long training from the owner on how to drive Applejack, we were off! On the left side of the road, driving from the right side of the vehicle (Poor Courtney!!).

After stocking up on some groceries at a local store, we embarked the first leg of the Great Ocean Road. We didn't get very far the first day before the sun was already setting, so we found a random parking lot that faced the beach to park in for the night. The stars that night were the most beautiful we had ever seen in our life. There wasn't a single light within eye-sight. night with the Milky Way galaxy so vibrant. We were seeing constellations that could not be seen from the Northern Hemisphere. Absolutely breathtaking!

We woke up that morning to find our van surrounded by more than 30 cars (at 6:30 am!). Dozens of surfers (and their dogs) were down below on the beach taking on the waves of the most beautiful beach I had ever witnessed. We had no idea at the time that Bells Beach is one of the most iconic surf destinations in the world. But we learned that one pretty quickly.

The next two days were spent putting around the Great Ocean Road with some amazing friends. The VW Bus taught us to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life, such as friendship, the vast beauty of nature, and patience. We learned to love Applejack for his retro vibe, slow speeds, and Hooga Horn!

After 150 kilometers of fun-filled memories that will last a lifetime, we arrived at our destination of choice: The Twelve Apostles. These are a collection of limestone stacks off the shore of the Port Campbell National Park. Their proximity to one another has made the site a popular tourist attraction. There were once 12 of these massive natural formations, but due to erosion from the ocean, only 8 remain today. What a view they were! We trekked to an overlook, where we took these pictures.

We didn't know it then, but we were creating memories that would last a lifetime. We were creating memories that we already long for now that we no longer live in Australia. Our time in Melbourne was such an amazing year. It taught us how to rely on one another, and how to truly look out for the interest of our other half. It was a time of adventure, amazing friends, and independence.

After that trip, VW Bus's have held a special place in our heart. They inspire us to be patient, to seek adventure, and to love each other even more than the day we married. We love the atmosphere and happiness that buses like Applejack create. You can't help but smile when you see one. This is the fuel that feeds the passion behind what we have created here at Sunkissed Photobus. We want to share this experience with you, our friends, and stand by you to create lasting memories that you will cherish for the rest of your life.

Stay Happy. Stay Hippie.

Our First Wedding

shane.tretheway@gmail.com (Shane Tretheway) — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 22:33:43 GMT

A Learning Experience

Yay! It's our first wedding with Miss Daisy! Just like the Pink Bride Show, we were nervous and excited. We had everything loaded in the bus and ready to go. I drove the bus and Kaley followed behind in our truck since were also photographing and filming the wedding. We were chugging along in the right lane on I-75 getting passed by nearly every car because we are slow.

Remember when we mentioned that we had little knowledge of VW buses? Well we didn't realize how easily they can overheat and it was about 95 degrees this sunny August day. I get a call from Kaley saying "Pull Over! You are smoking!". I quickly took the next exit and pulled into the nearest gas station. Now what? How are we going to get to this wedding? We also have to photograph and film it.

We called our most wonderful friend Julia and she came to the rescue. Julia immediately came to the gas station and we called a tow truck. They would be there in about 20 mins and Julia waited to give them the keys while Kaley and I took the truck and went to the wedding venue with our camera gear. We were stressed but had to keep going. We made it to the wedding in plenty of time to begin photographing/filming.

The Tow truck arrived and dropped off poor Miss Daisy hours before the ceremony and guests arrived. We were very thankful not to cause a disruption to the bride and groom's wedding day. I got Miss Daisy in place where she would be in operation during the reception.

Stress started to subside and we focused on documenting the couple's gorgeous wedding. Later our booth attendant arrived and made sure the kiosk and props were ready to go. Everything was working just fine and Miss Daisy fulfilled her duty as a super fun photo booth.

Guests hopped in and out of the bus all night for their photos and had the best time.

It wasn't the experience I had hoped for as our first wedding but we made it.

The wedding was over and the couple had their sparkler send-off. All that was left to do was pack up and head home. Once all the guests left, the tow truck arrived and Miss Daisy made it back home safely.

The following day we called our mechanic at Automotive Artifex and had him take a look. It turns out that rebuilt motor we thought Miss Daisy had, was not the case. So here's a brief overview of a VW bus engine. It is air-cooled which means it does not have a radiator like most cars these days. She was supposed to have two pieces of tin that evenly distribute air over the engine pistons to cool them as it drives. Sadly, these crucial pieces of tin were nowhere to be found. In addition to not having the airflow distribution tin in place, the pistons were not aimed in the proper directions, which also caused the motor to get hot more quickly. VW Buses like to cruise at about 45 mph with 55mph being her top speed (for 1971 models), so when I was driving down I-75 pedal to the metal, she overheated.

But our mechanic fixed her right up and now we know. This is why we avoid interstates because Miss Daisy just can't keep up with the other cars. We take the road less travelled with backroads. This was a big learning experience for us as first-time VW bus owners and that wouldn't be the only thing we would learn along the way.

Our Debut |The Pink Bride 2018

shane.tretheway@gmail.com (Shane Tretheway) — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 20:32:13 GMT

The Pink Bride Chattanooga: August 12, 2018

This was such a nerve wrecking day! This was the day we showed the world what we had worked so hard the last 6 months to create. Would it be a bust or success? We were so stressed but we had to keep going.

Luckily Miss Daisy ran well and made it inside the Chattanooga Convention Center for the show.

Luckily we had our wonderful friends helping us and calming us down throughout the day. We got everything set up. The props were on display, the kiosk was up and running, and the printer was ready to print all the photo strips. We were ready to meet all the hundreds of brides coming to the show.

We talked with so many brides and we had 4 bookings the day of the show! We were thrilled. People actually liked our bus and wanted to book Miss Daisy for weddings. Brides and their tribe took lots of pictures and took several photo strips home with them.

The show seemed like it lasted forever but it finally came to an end at 4 pm and we could relax. We all deserved a glass (or 3) of wine after the show. We did it! People got to experience SunKissed Photo Bus for the first time and see what we are all about. We were now ready to take on weddings in Chattanooga and celebrate with newlywed couples. All of our hard work had paid off!

Restoration | The Making of Miss Daisy

shane.tretheway@gmail.com (Shane Tretheway) — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 20:30:25 GMT

The Making of Miss Daisy

Miss Daisy is bright yellow and beautiful now but she wasn't always this way. We were young (still are), had a dream, and were willing to take a risk. We wanted to start a photo bus business and that means we needed a cute VW Bus. Ones that were fully restored were expensive and often didn't have the look we were going for.

We spent months looking at VW buses on all sorts of used car platforms across the U.S and we found Miss Daisy on Craigslist. Yes, on sketchy Craigslist. She was listed for sale for a couple months and we had our eye on her since the owner stated it had a rebuilt motor (Later we found out that wasn't the case...) We decided we liked the idea of restoring a bus ourselves so we could customize it and slowly pay for the projects.

We drove to Dandridge, TN where Miss Daisy was located and she was in bad shape. She barely had paint on her, just a poor gray primer. She had some visible body damage with dings here and there. She was not taken care of very well but to be fair she was 48 years old. Her headliner was moldy, and yes there was a distinct smell. Parts of the floor board was rusted through to the point where we could stick our fingers through. But none of those concerns mattered. We fell in love with her and her potential. We didn't see all the dirt and grime. We saw her cute smile and the happiness she would bring to newlywed couples.

We wrote the man a check and trailered her back home to Chattanooga.

So now Miss Daisy was at home but there was so much to do. But where do we begin? We were told her motor was good but we really had no idea. Oh and did we mentioned that neither of us know how to drive a stick? Yeah, we had to learn on the bus! We did not know of any mechanics in the area that worked on vintage motors (sorry Automotive Artifex, we would have came to you sooo much sooner if we had known!) We found a place called Vee-Dub that specializes in VW motors but here's the kicker. They are located in Asheville, NC. So that's where we went. We trailered Miss Daisy all the way to Asheville and left her for a couple weeks while the mechanic worked on her.

Two weeks go by and it's time to check on her again and pay the mechanic. Everything seems to be working fine, but again we can't drive a stick. We have the mechanic take Miss Daisy on and off the trailer for us.

Now it's time to make her pretty. The mechanic recommends a body and paint shop down the road so that's where we go next. Ryan, the owner of Mobile Body & Paint takes a look at sad Miss Daisy and gives us an estimate on all her imperfections and we leave her in his hands.

Miss Daisy spent about 3 months at Ryan's shop and It was so hard to leave her for so long but we knew it would be worth it.

Ryan first started working on her body. She had some spots that needed some body filler. Miss Daisy got new flooring welded so it was safe to actually step on.

After fixing her body damage and flooring it was time to start painting. Miss daisy's original color was a teal exterior with black interior. The black seemed so dark inside so we decided to make the interior bright white to make it feel more spacious. Ryan did such a good job and she looked so sparkly clean when it was finished.

Now it was time to choose a color. There was already a blue photo bus in Knoxville and a white one in Atlanta and we wanted to do something different. We thought about red, but would that clash with a lot of wedding colors? Green is nice but do we choose a light sage or a deep hunter green? We even considered orange but eventually chose yellow for Miss Daisy. It's happy, like the sun and brings a smile. We didn't realize that yellow (and purple) are the most expensive colors to paint a car but c'est la vie . We are very happy with the color of our beautiful Miss Daisy.

After months of waiting, we finally got the call that Miss Daisy was ready to be picked up. We were so excited and immediately packed our bags and made a trip to Asheville. We were finally going to see Miss Daisy in person! We were in awe when we pulled up to the body shop and saw bright yellow in the parking lot! Miss Daisy was finally transformed from our ugly gray duckling to our beautiful yellow VW bus. After paying the mechanic, we were headed back to TN to take Miss Daisy home.

But Miss Daisy wasn't perfect yet. She still needed some interior pieces replaced. Oh, and now we had a deadline. We wanted to debut Miss Daisy at the Chattanooga Pink Bride Show on August 12th. We had less than a month to get Miss Daisy ready for the show. We ordered her a new headliner because the one she had was disgusting. No matter how much we cleaned, it was not going to be enough. She was due for an upgrade. She received a new bamboo headliner and floor mat to finish her look. Just like something you would order from Ikea, assembly was not included. We had to figure out to install this beautiful headliner in this TN heat.

It was a nail biter, but we managed to get her ready for the Pink Bride for the debut of SunKissed Photo Bus!

Our 6 month restoration was complete.

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Chattanooga Wedding Venues Miss Daisy Loves

Our Favorite Chattanooga Wedding Venues

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After years of bringing Miss Daisy to weddings all over the Chattanooga area, we've gotten to know a lot of local venues — and a few have become real favorites. Here are five we love, and why we think they're worth a look if you're planning your big day.

﻿ Ramble Creek Weddings & Events

Howe Farms

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Oakleaf Cottage

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Gardens in the Gorge

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Hidden Springs Venue

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Planning Your Chattanooga Wedding?

Ice on the Landing 2018

Miss Daisy on Ice! (JK)

Photo Booth vs Photo Bus

Which One is Best For Your

Chattanooga Wedding Or Event?

Trying to decide between a traditional photo booth and a vintage photo bus for your Chattanooga wedding? Here's an honest breakdown of the differences.

Photo Booth vs. Photo Bus: Which One Is Right for Your Event?

What Is a Traditional Photo Booth?

What Is a Photo Bus?

The Real Differences

So Which Should You Choose?

Bring Miss Daisy to Your Chattanooga Event

Bug-a-Palüza

Miss Daisy at Bug-a-Palüza:

Our Favorite VW Meet Up of the Year"

Miss Daisy at Bug-a-Palüza

What Is Bug-a-Palüza?

Why We Keep Coming Back

See You There Next Year

Miss Daisy Rolls Through MAINx24: Chattanooga's Southside Holiday Parade

Miss Daisy Rolls Through MAINx24

Cruising Main Street with the Scenic City Volks Folks

The Best Seats on the Route

Why We Keep Coming Back

Catch Miss Daisy Next December

Sunflower Mini Sessions

A Yellow VW Bus in a Sunflower Field

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Sunflower Mini Sessions with

Miss Daisy

How It Works

Why Sunflower Minis Are So Popular

How to Book Your Spot

Miss Daisy Goes Red: Raising Awareness for Women's Heart Health

Did you know the number one killer of women isn't breast cancer? It's heart disease. It's a surprising statistic, and one that doesn't get talked about nearly enough — which is exactly why Miss Daisy was proud to join the Go Red for Women movement here in Chattanooga.

A Day Dedicated to a Good Cause

Why It Matters

Miss Daisy Loves a Good Cause

Go Pink! 2019

Miss Daisy

Colors Chattanooga Pink!

Coloring Chattanooga Pink

Why We Show Up

Bring Miss Daisy to Your Cause

Our Story

The Owners of Miss Daisy

Our First Wedding

A Learning Experience

Our Debut |The Pink Bride 2018

The Pink Bride Chattanooga: August 12, 2018

Restoration | The Making of Miss Daisy

The Making of Miss Daisy

Ramble Creek Weddings & Events

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