Having your Wedding in your Backyard
is a great way to create an intimate vibe where you & your guests can feel comfortable. You can include your children & pets & also save money on a Venue.
Here are some tips below on how to create an amazing backyard wedding!
DIY
Handmade Decor. There are so many great ideas on Pinterest, Instagram & Tik Tok; for creating your own Signage, Table decorations & Bunting. This can help you cut costs & take a hands-on approach to incorporating your theme & colours.
Lighting is another task you can tackle yourself.
From String Lights, candles & brazier fires.
Rent / Hire Extras
Marquees are a great addition to your Backyard & offer shelter if the rain decides to join you for the day.
Here are some great Marquee hire companies based in the Lower North Island of New Zealand
- www.stretchtents.co.nz
- www.festivalhire.co.nz
Other things you could hire are furniture, Restrooms, Food Trucks & a Power Generator.
Other Things To Plan
Have a think about a Parking plan.
Whether you have land next to your home free for your guests to park or somewhere down the road, where you could run a shuttle to & from.
Warmth. Fires, blankets, heating