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marymary
Published on June 25, 2009 in Spotlight |
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Pulling off an outdoor event doesn't have to be a daunting task if you put on your DIY thinking cap! Each of the finds below would make a welcome addition to any outdoor celebration (a wedding, perhaps?) and will leave your guests amazed at how you pulled the whole thing together. Whether you consider your taste traditional or eclectic, Etsy's got you covered for planning an unforgettable event with a DIY twist.
Attire
An outdoor wedding lends the opportunity to show a little extra skin, accessorize with organic details, and bask in translucent lace as the sun's natural rays help keep you in the spotlight. For more inspiration in creatively pulling off your perfect wedding look, browse our Wedding Attire Guide.
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By thehoneycomb, $25. |
By ktjean, $1,500. |
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By Leanimal, $1,325. |
By toccata, $130. |
Jewelry
When it comes to accessorizing, an outdoor affair provides the perfect opportunity to experiment with statement jewelry. I suggest going for bolder designs with organic floral details and sparkling elements that will glisten in the sun, offering the perfect complement to the hues of your skin throughout the day and into the night.
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a ride past the roses lace necklace By whiteowl, $25. |
By jacarandadesigns, $85. |
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By corrieberrypie, $25. |
Hydrangea Blossom Cluster Earrings By PatrickIrlaJewelry, $145. |
Lighting
Candlelight adds a particular touch of magic to any atmosphere and it's the best type of lighting to help your guests look their best. Set a romantic mood with handmade tea lights, candles, paper lanterns, and vintage glass jars (a personal favorite).
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By sumiko, $36. |
By barbdunshee, $24. |
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By gleenashop, $50. |
By Hannahnunn, $180. |
Flowers
Incorporate flowering details from the rehearsal dinner to the bouquet, from the boutonnieres to the table scape. As an environmentally friendly approach, buy handmade keepsakes that will last long after the wedding and supply you with memories (and decorating supplies) for years to come.
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CLAYCRAFT in Green Bamboo Vase By dkdesignshawaii, $165. |
By petaltothemetal, $65. |
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Enameled Orchid Pin Boutonniere By bullfinchbarbury, $85. |
By MeadowbelleMarket, $29. |
Decor
Vintage glass, customizable decor, handmade table accents and paper detailing make it easier than ever to execute an affair that is both personal and memorable. Your family and friends are sure to be inspired by your creativity. Find more decor ideas for your wedding or garden party in our Wedding Decor Guide and Summer Soiree Guide.
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By PickalaPoopa, $14. |
Butterfly Place Cards - set of 100 By TimelessPaper, $90. |
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By thebackporchshoppe, $38.95. |
From aimeesarmoire, $23.50. |
Favors
The ingenuity of a handmade wedding can often best be enhanced by the little things. Wow your guests with unique and meaningful party favors by using environmentally friendly materials like plantable paper, bird seed, or recycled organic grass. Find more resourceful wedding favors in our Wedding Invites and Favors Guide.
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By raedunn, $140. |
By 2birdsinlove, $29.95. |
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By naturefavors, $145. |
10 Plantable Tulip Favors Tags By GreetingsthatGrow, $7.50. |
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112 comments Login to add your own!
worksofwhimsy
I was married in a garden, long, long before Etsy came to be. How I wish I had a resource like this! One beautiful thing after another here.
ArtBoxDesigns
Just plain beautiful! Makes me want to remarry my wonderful husband!. Hummm that's a thought!
Kellie
mykonos
amyhatch
I love these romantic things! they all look so lovely together!
dogties
CecilandCo
TheBrassHussy
cries, wishes I was getting married again. Where was Etsy 14 years ago?
I love seeing all the pretty wedding related items. Awesome writeup!
4TheSparrowsNest
(now I've got billy idol stuck in my head...lol!) I always enjoy looking at wedding decor, because I think it can be incorporated very nicely into everyday home decor too.
selflesh
Countessa
zombuki
foamywader
clevergirl
Gorgeous! Love the green favors- beautiful in concept and aesthetic!
LaveMeSoapCo
TheCraftyRagamuffin
bylynnkrestel
i'm loving the birdseed monogram favors... and the hydrangea earrings!
jenniferlynnstudio
workingforpeanuts
Already married, but these creative beauties would look nice in my home. Thanks for the info, always!
Lirola
littlepinkpebble
sewlola
visionquest
so very very pretty. :o)
i have a set of heart necklaces for bridesmaids that are simple and elegant.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
:o)
stitchesbyjulie
norakaren
Radness
niftyknits
ver pretty - my take on weddings is a little more off-the-wall with the first star trek meerkat kiss! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
fineartstoneware
DownToTheWireDesigns
Etsy should do an article specifically on wedding/engagement rings. I say this not because I make wedding bands (I do) but because wedding rings are so grossly overpriced in most of the big chain jewelry stores. And for the money you pay at those stores, you get rings with very little character. Your wedding band is something you will wear for the rest of your married life-- it should be as individual and unique as you are. Plus, if you want something a bit funky, you are simply not going to find it at a store.
LeChatCrochet
A very pretty collection indeed! In my shop I have - maybe not so spectacular but very suitable for a wedding as well - this shiny white flower: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
Just one available at the moment but I can reproduce it in different sizes as well.
jiorji
burntmill
spacejam
crochetby51bebe
PAINTINGSBYSAM
blogbloglog
BabbidgePatch
SimpleJoysPaperie
This is such a lovely (& fun) post! LOVE all the things featured!
TheNebulousKingdom
midnightcoiler
These are beautiful selections!
Here are more lovely wedding items from 2 etsy artisans
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
whichgoose
TimelessPaper
Thank you for including my paper butterfly place cards. I'm honored you selected me to be a part of this perfect wedding selection.
bytheway
Once a bride, never a bridesmaid :)
By chance, I just listed this gorgeous lacy, ruffly neoVictorian wedding gown!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
BeadsBySam
PickalaPoopa
Such a pretty collection! An honor to be included, thank you.
SundraSandrusi
fantasybeader
Hannahnunn
Ooooh happy that you've features my lanterns. Its such a beautiful collection of things. I'm honoured. Thankyou!
baconsquarefarm
SimpleTraditions
JessicaPoundstone
edor
rollandtumblepress
perfect collection...and this for a photp booth.http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26155467
ToHellinAHandbag
Gorgeous! ...and for the tattooed bride and groom... http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
;)
cottonbirddesigns
MyPerfectWedding
Hi. I want to offer my beautiful wedding items. http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=...
I don't know if I can do this, but I want to invite you to visit my shop.
Thanks,
Rosie.
stewfoulk
Don't forget about...
Vintage Bella Bride and Dear Emma...!!!
Right here on ETSY..
They are my favorites and talk about quality!!!
You are looking at some of the most beautiful *wedding items* on this planet!!
Lovely items and perfect customer service.
Starrbeads
I am wedded each day that I wake up and greet my love and open Etsy! Each day is a great day, white or not, Just being alive and being inspired to pass along creativity and wonderful light and love to all!
TipsyTimeMachine
Wow that claycraft flower centerpiece is amazing. So much eye candy in this article.
BGBJewelry
There is just something about a wedding - that gets the creative juices flowing! I wish I could get married over and over to the same man of course, but have lots of parties with different themes for each of them.
Thanks for putting this lovely entry together
Mattamorphis
Darling this is fabulous!
I remember one of the weddings my neighbor had for herself was at this apartment complex next to six flags. Her musician was a Casio Keyboard and the caterer was long john silvers. Really.
6 months later she was remarried. Isnt that so sweet:)
beautifulbridget
EJPcreations
arosha
Beautiful items!
Here's another one - a white silk fiber necklace, clean look for a summer night or wedding:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
lovelygifts
Beautiful selections. If I might add : )
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
klacustomcreations
beautiful selections, wow I almost want to get married again!
Mymothersgarden
Lovely items for an outdoor event!
This would be gorgeous on anyone in the bridal wedding party:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
BetaBoutique
Everything so romantic and delicate, beautiful beautiful beautiful selection!
aimeesarmoire
Thank you so much for including my humble jars as part of this collection :-)
squishypie
Such fabulous things for the Etsy bride-to-be! Makes me wish I could do it all over again too!
And speaking of the ever-smart DIY bride, please be sure to check out my great invitations at The Invite Studio!
ABetterTime
Here's a shop with awesome hair accessories for weddings or whatever:)
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=...
GreetingsthatGrow
Beautiful choices, thanks so much for featuring my plantable organic seed tulip favors!
JoDyer
breadandroses2
jam42302
monkeyandsquirrel
we had little mason jars for glasses at our wedding... it was in an old barn.
love the wedding articles!!!
whiteowl
Thank you SO much for including our jewelry with these very lovely pics!
thebackporchshoppe
OMGosh....Everything is soooo pretty! I didn't even know my signs were included here until somebody told me...and I'm so honored and humbled too... :) Thanks so much...you'll also see some of my wedding signs in Brides Magazine's fall Sept. issue, and the theme is Backyard Chic Wedding! So exciting for me! Here you go...check out this romantic preview video link shot in Sonoma Valley, CA...my sign is under the groom's arm...and what a handsome couple! :) http://www.vimeo.com/5023199 Hugs to all! Darline
VixVintage
So beautiful, I love weddings, I have some great white leather boots in my shop, they would be perfect for a wedding.
TreeHuggerStudio
Beautiful!!Everyone on etsy is so talented. Hope to have a total handmade wedding someday. **********
capitalcitycrafts
lots of lovely things here... and there are so many more on etsy!
angelene
steinschmuckdesign
CrystalLuLLaby
DesBisoux
Everything is so gorgeous!!!
The only thing missing is someone selling Etsy grooms!
x
jacarandadesigns
bethanylorelle
voleurdebijoux
tldgrainwear
shizendesignsbridal
Very nice list! I have new prices on all of my bridal jewelry. Most popular bracelet price has been reduced to $49 from $55.
babook
TwistedCrystals
fougoo
Etsy's the best for DIY wedding finds! I just got married on June 6 and all these etsy sellers were fabulous - thanks to everyone!
Dress - http://leoraanna.etsy.com
Hairclip - http://poppiesgarden.etsy.com
Invitations - http://aprilink.etsy.com
Purse - http://redrubyrose.etsy.com
Necklace - http://trystbykerry.etsy.com
Veil - http://veilartistry.etsy.com
Groom's ring - http://gfox88.etsy.com
Earrings - http://birdznbeez.etsy.com
Table cards - http://bluecakeandbuttercup.etsy.com
sivansart
PassionArte
MakingPaper
Beautiful selections - I especially like the lanterns & butterfly place cards.
Here's my contribution to a beach wedding:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
lovelygifts
Very nice items. The hydrangea earrings are very pretty. My newest item for a wedding is http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
CrochetCandi
madebysam
EnfinLaVoila
feltmeupdesigns
PawPawsWorkshop
baswenaazhi
I love these ideas! It's all very "tea in the garden" or "old time garden wedding". I think it's so lovely how everything looks natural and just falls into place together even though there isn't a given "theme" to each item.
kellyclaussen
RiasRegalos
Very nice section! I am now doing unique vintage wedding jewelry. Check out the vintage section and convo me with your special request colors and stones!
cissna76
I am in love with all the ideas here, we are having a very simple backyard wedding. And I am going crazy(excited) with all the new ideas that I keep comming up with on etsy. Thank you to all the vendors that have helped me so far and to all the vendors that may be helping me in the future. A BIG hug and thanks to ifthehatfitsbyjackie You are wonderful I know that the hat you are working on for me is going to be BEAUTIFUL!!!!
Lots of Love to everyone
carissamay
FridaWer
upmysleeveboutique
Love the hints of aqua and robins egg blue. It's one of my favorites and I enjoy using it in my own designs.
amytrimble
vintagelola
alfabetfotos
Nikifashion
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