30 Best Small Backyard Wedding Ideas for a Beautiful, Intimate Ceremony

For easy place cards that are inspired by your own backyard, gather up fresh, green leaves and decorate them in your guests’ names using a gold permanent marker.

Get the tutorial at Canapés and Soirées.

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How gorgeous is this flower-festooned chuppah? You can make this yourself using this tutorial—it'll be a stunning addition to your wedding.

Get the tutorial at Smashing the Glass.

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Now here’s a bouquet that’ll last for years! For a bridal bouquet that feels DIY, you can make this arrangement using crepe paper.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

SHOP GLUE STICKS

How fun would a margarita bar be for your backyard wedding? You can outfit yours with a variety of juices so guests can make their own flavor combinations. Don’t forget the limes!

Get the tutorial at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP GLASS PITCHERS

To create a truly photo-worthy backdrop for your ceremony, look to this DIY that uses magnolia leaves and spray paint.

Get the tutorial at A Kailo Chic Life.

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If you’d love to add some floral touches to your wedding décor, make these Mason jars and hang the blooms from stakes that line the aisle.

Get the tutorial at Blooms by the Box.

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Instead of getting those stilettos stuck in the lawn, provide a basket of flip flops so your guests can get their dancing on!

Get the tutorial at Something Turquoise.

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For simple and sweet place cards, all you have to do is gather up a bunch of lemons, write your guests’ names on them, and add flowers for a pretty touch.

Get the tutorial at A Joyful Riot.

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Yes, you really can make your own wedding cake! Simply follow this tutorial and add some felt flowers to make it even more pleasing to the eye.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

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If you’d like to skip the vail (it is a laid-back backyard wedding after all!), make this gorgeous floral hair piece instead.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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Guess what? You don’t need to spend tons of money on a bridal bouquet! You can go to your local grocery store and pick up fresh flowers to make your own bouquet using these steps.

Get the tutorial at Andi Mans.

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To dress up the reception tables, you can craft these floral lanterns. Who knew that faux flowers could look so amazing?

Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.

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For even more merriment at your wedding, provide them with a set of fun DIY lawn dominoes.

Get the tutorial at Iron & Twine.

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If you’re anticipating a balmy night for your backyard wedding, you can make these super-cute paper fans using a Cricut maker.

Get the tutorial at PMQ for Two.

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With glass soda bottles, frosted glass spray paint, and bamboo stakes, you can create flawless décor for your backyard ceremony.

Get the tutorial at Something Turquoise.

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To add a rustic touch drawn from nature to your reception tables, make these verdant centerpieces using real succulents.

Get the tutorial at Satori Design for Living.

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If you’d like to give little gifts to your bridesmaids, or if you’re looking for a unique idea for DIY favors, consider making this lovely lavender bath soak.

Get the tutorial at Boxwood Avenue.

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For a morning wedding, you can’t go wrong with a DIY mimosa bar! Be sure to include champagne or sparkling wine, a selection of juices, and tasty garnishes.

Get the tutorial at First Day of Home.

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Pick up a vintage atlas, deck it out in photos of you and your honey, and make that the guest book for your backyard wedding. So cute and creative!

Get the tutorial at One CrafDIY Girl.

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Your flower girl will want to look her prettiest as she walks down the aisle, so you can make this charming headband for her. She’ll love the big felt flower.

Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.

SHOP FELT SHEETS

If standard balloons just aren’t your style, make them look extra-special for a wedding with the help of teeny, fluttering butterflies.

Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.

SHOP BALLOONS

Pressed flowers seem to be all the rage these days. You can bring that trend to your wedding with these beautiful DIY table numbers.

Get the tutorial at First Day of Home.

SHOP GOLD FRAMES

Using a pre-made cake or one you’ve whipped up yourself, dress it up with these paper kumquat branches.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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Maybe traditional bouquets aren’t your thing. In that case, this silk flower hoop bouquet is a beautiful alternative. It's so easy to hold as you walk down the aisle!

Get the tutorial at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP GOLD HOOPS

As the sun goes down and the stars come out, you can make your evening wedding look even more magical with these glittering DIY lanterns.

Get the tutorial at Sadie Seasongoods.

SHOP FAIRY LIGHTS

From the site of your ceremony to the door that’ll greet your guests, an exquisite DIY floral chandelier will make these spots look simply magical.

Get the tutorial at How Sweet Eats.

SHOP EMBROIDERY HOOPS

To give your bridal bouquet a more personal feel, you can make these DIY bouquet charms. They can represent you and your partner's initials or those of beloved family members.

Get the tutorial at Something Turquoise.

SHOP ALPHABET STAMPS

Make your look even more special by gussying up your wedding shoes with some striped bows.

Get the tutorial at One CrafDIY Girl.

SHOP FABRIC GLUE

If you’d like to serve some ice cream along with your wedding cake, you can make these edible white chocolate bowls. Delish!

Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.

SHOP SPATULAS

Grooms, groomsmen, and bridesmen could all use a floral touch at a nature-inspired wedding. These dried flower boutonnieres certainly fit the bill.

Get the tutorial at Sweet Teal.

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