Hiya everyone,
Family wedding comingup and cutting down on costs by trying to make our own backdrop. Just wondering how its done, i’ve heard of pipe and drape but have no idea what or how you use it.
Can someone tell me step-by-step how I would go about making this backdrop without it falling on the bride and groom?
Thank you
Re: how do you make your own backdrop?
I found this backdrop stand from a web site. Is this what you are looking for?
Backdrop Frame - Photograph at BetterPhoto.com
The base is 12" by 12" or use a 15" circle wood base from Home Depot. Total cost less than $20. You can add a center pole for support.
You can make this backdrop for the reception by using these instructions, and adapting it according to the venue:
PVC stage backdrop or room divider
More ideas:
Wedding Backdrops - Decorate Columns for Weddings
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Wedding backdrops, arches and gazebos
Weddings to Remember Wedding Backdrops Central Coast Gosford Erina BACKDROPS Main Page
Wedding Canopy for an Outdoor Wedding:
Wedding Canopy Instructions: Perfect for Outdoor Fall Weddings
Just get a “sheer” type fabric-like tuelle, chiffon, organza, sheer - in a dark color of your choice…black, midnight blue, deep deep purple…get enough that when you hang it, it bunches tight enough together to give you the color/density effect you want. It will look “flowy” and romantic.
Use the tiny “rice lights” strands rather than standard Christmas lights. The bulbs are much smaller than traditional christmas lights, and if you get the “twinkle” type, you’ll get more of a subtle Midsummer Nights Dream/“firefly” effect rather than bright flashy Christmas lights.
Having the lights BEHIND a sheer will “soften” and sort of buffer the light which will also help avoid what may be a photography issue or concern.
For the lights, check ebay, party supply stores and garden/patio depts of most large stores like walmart/kmart etc.
For the fabric…make sure you check any clearance sections of the fabric depts. Look for good deals.
Re: how do you make your own backdrop?
gr8 mahismart :)
Re: how do you make your own backdrop?
love it! I was looking to see what the secret is behind making those backdrops - if you want to buy your own, I found this website too, they have DIY kits
http://www.eventdecordirect.com/catalog/backdrops/economy-backdrops-c-22_349.html
Re: how do you make your own backdrop?
This is great information! Thanks for all the resources :) I am getting married in November inshaAllah and gathering quotes for backdrops. I'm finding the prices ridiculous for essentially curtains swagged. I'm going to figure out if these diy options are doable.