{"id":3673,"date":"2015-05-11T07:00:52","date_gmt":"2015-05-11T12:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/?p=3673"},"modified":"2015-05-11T07:00:52","modified_gmt":"2015-05-11T12:00:52","slug":"how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception","title":{"rendered":"How to Pull Off the Perfect Barn Wedding Reception"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve all heard the term \u2018fairytale wedding\u2019. It\u2019s one that makes many future brides get misty eyed and think about their perfect day, but not everyone\u2019s fairytale is the same. A fancy princess wedding in a castle is always gorgeous, but what about the bride who prefers something a little more low key? For the couple who grew up in the country and wants to keep their reception close to home, an outdoor barn wedding on a summer\u2019s night might be their version of a perfect fairytale.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the first thing you need for a gorgeous barn wedding is the perfect barn! Are your clients looking for something picturesque and low maintenance? Many farms are used to hosting local weddings and have beautiful finished barns cleaned, floored, and ready to go. Are they looking for something a little more authentically rustic? Perhaps there\u2019s an old barn a few towns over that, with proper safety checks, would make the perfect reclaimed venue? Whether your clients want a simple ceremony and reception in their barn or a vintage DIY spin on that classic concept, consider these ideas to complement their country atmosphere!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#1_Embrace_the_Theme\" >1. Embrace the Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#2_Natural_Decor\" >2. Natural D\u00e9cor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#3_Give_the_Barn_a_Glow\" >3. Give the Barn a Glow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#4_Up-cycle_Old_Pieces\" >4. Up-cycle Old Pieces<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#5_Save_the_Silver\" >5. Save the Silver<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#6_Do_it_Yourself\" >6. Do it Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#7_Guest_Favors\" >7. Guest Favors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#8_Food_from_Home\" >8. Food from Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#9_Getting_Down_on_the_Farm\" >9. Getting Down on the Farm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#10_Dont_shy_away_from_white\" >10. Don\u2019t shy away from white<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#Check_Us_Out\" >Check Us Out!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/how-to-pull-off-the-perfect-barn-wedding-reception\/#Know_of_anyone_whos_currently_planning_a_barn_wedding_reception_either_for_themselves_or_a_client_Share_this_article_with_your_friends_using_the_icons_below\" >Know of anyone who&#8217;s currently planning a barn wedding reception, either for themselves or a client? Share this article with your friends using the icons below!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Embrace_the_Theme\"><\/span>1. Embrace the Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It wouldn\u2019t be a true barn wedding without traces of the country! Making the rustic barn theme stand out in the attire and pictures can be beautiful. Embrace subtle elements into how the wedding party dresses and where they pose for the camera. Flower girls and bridesmaids will fit right in wearing flower crowns that match their natural surroundings. Ring bearers and groomsmen will look the part in cowboy hats, particularly when the background features the horses that live on the farm. Even the bride can incorporate the theme so she doesn\u2019t look out of place like a high fashion bridal model that\u2019s been left in a field! She might be more comfortable letting her favorite worn leather boots peek out from under her dress, rather than balancing on stiletto heels as she walks down a dirt path under a canopy of sunlit trees.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"391\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Bridal-Party-Cowboy-Boots.jpg\" alt=\"Planning a Bridal Party with Cowboy Boots\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Bridal-Party-Cowboy-Boots.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Bridal-Party-Cowboy-Boots-300x159.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/> <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Natural_Decor\"><\/span>2. Natural D\u00e9cor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the setting is so lovely, using what you have on hand can be the most effective decorating strategy. Think of beautiful arches woven from tree branches lining the path or watering cans holding cascades of the same flowers that are in the garden outside the barn. Chalkboard menus might be more fitting than impeccably printed embossed cards. Giving the bride a bouquet of sunflowers or pink daises tied with a stylishly frayed burlap bow will look more rustic than a neat bunch of red roses fastened with a pressed ribbon. Don\u2019t forget that d\u00e9cor helps to establish the atmosphere!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Give_the_Barn_a_Glow\"><\/span>3. Give the Barn a Glow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lighting that is too bright might take away from the \u2018summer\u2019s eve\u2019 feeling, so try something more subtle. Strings of small twinkling lights along the tables and the ceiling will give a soft glow. Barn-friendly fake candles in jars or lanterns placed along the tables will give substantial light while guests enjoy themselves without chasing the summer night away.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Barn-Wedding-Lighting.jpg\" alt=\"Lighting for barn wedding reception\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Barn-Wedding-Lighting.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Barn-Wedding-Lighting-300x116.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Up-cycle_Old_Pieces\"><\/span>4. Up-cycle Old Pieces<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best tables for a barn reception are rustic wooden picnic tables. Not only do they seat many people, but they\u2019re perfect for the theme. Even if you cover them in table cloths, they still give a \u2018home on the farm\u2019 feeling to the dinner. For seating, try old wooden or wrought iron chairs that you\u2019ve up-cycled with a fresh coat of paint, classic picnic style bench seats, or even unique mismatched seating that you\u2019ve saved from garage and farm sales.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Save_the_Silver\"><\/span>5. Save the Silver<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fine china and valuable silverware aren\u2019t always found at big farm cookouts, so consider skipping them here. Instead, try combing local antique and farm sales for stylishly mismatched plates and forks that will cost you less and contribute to your atmosphere more. The goal isn\u2019t to be cheap, but rather to put things that are vintage and rustic to good use!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Do_it_Yourself\"><\/span>6. Do it Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Barn and country themed wedding receptions are an amazing reason to get crafty. Have the wedding party, or even your own team, look at inspiration boards and crafting resources and hand make their favorite simple ideas for center pieces, place cards, treat bags for kids and guests, and anything else that strikes the clients\u2019 fancy. Adding a homemade element to the simple details makes the atmosphere even more comfortable, suits the rustic style, and can even save money.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/DIY-Barn-Wedding.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Barn wedding reception centerpiece\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/DIY-Barn-Wedding.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/DIY-Barn-Wedding-300x160.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Guest_Favors\"><\/span>7. Guest Favors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Giving small gifts to each guest is another opportunity for DIY projects, but you can also choose something uniquely rustic instead. While you\u2019re getting crafty with your center pieces, why not make each guest their own personalized mason jar? Write or paint their name, decorate the lids and stick colored straws through them, or tie ribbons around the handles. Guests can find theirs when they enter the barn and serve themselves beverages throughout the night. You can also give unique country gifts like tiny potted plants for guests to take home, or little jars of delicious locally made jam.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Food_from_Home\"><\/span>8. Food from Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The food served at the reception is one of the most important parts of the guests\u2019 experience. It\u2019s only fitting, then, that dinner at a rustic country wedding taste like a good home cooked meal! Serving fancy items like escargot or steak tartar might feel out of place in a barn. Instead, have your clients choose dishes that they remember from big family meals at home. Try things like pot roast and potatoes or a delicious chicken dinner, followed by apple pie or peach cobbler.<\/p>\n<div class=\"column-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Getting_Down_on_the_Farm\"><\/span>9. Getting Down on the Farm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There aren\u2019t many DJ\u2019s in the country, so hiring a band might be the best option for a barn wedding! Choose a musical act who can balance an appropriately rustic acoustic sound with tunes that will keep the guests entertained and dancing all night. Hiring a live country band doesn\u2019t have to mean banjos and square dancing (unless that\u2019s what your clients are into)! As long as no one\u2019s heart is set on electronic music, live singing and acoustic guitars will feel less out of place in the barn than loud bass and disco lights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"half-2\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"369\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Country-Band-for-Barn.jpg\" alt=\"Guitar outside of barn\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Country-Band-for-Barn.jpg 369w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Country-Band-for-Barn-261x300.jpg 261w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 369px) 100vw, 369px\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Dont_shy_away_from_white\"><\/span>10. Don\u2019t shy away from white<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Throwing a wedding reception in a barn might mean that things get a little dusty, but that\u2019s no excuse to avoid clean white elements! Getting a few pieces of straw on the bride\u2019s train is worth making the most of her rustic wedding experience. Drape the picnic tables with white linen table cloths or hang a pretty, sheer white backdrop behind the head table with tiny lights twinkling through. Including a few pristine white elements in the seating area, attire, and d\u00e9cor is the perfect way to offset bales of hay or a dirt floor.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Us_Out\"><\/span>Check Us Out!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to learn more about organizing themed weddings and choosing appropriate d\u00e9cor, meals, and guest favors, take a look at the courses here at QC Event School!<\/p>\n<h2 align=\"center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_of_anyone_whos_currently_planning_a_barn_wedding_reception_either_for_themselves_or_a_client_Share_this_article_with_your_friends_using_the_icons_below\"><\/span><i>Know of anyone who&#8217;s currently planning a barn wedding reception, either for themselves or a client? 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