Spring is almost here, and that means we can begin outdoor entertaining again. The perfect way to welcome the spring is to host a Garden Party.
These garden party ideas are simple and easy to make but will have a significant impact on your garden party. There’s no better way to celebrate spring than with a fun and festive garden party. Luckily it doesn’t take much to pull off a stunning event. First use the backyard to your advance, if there’s a tree or a garden set up your main table around that then decorate with florals and light pastel colors that complement the garden vibe. Finally, if DIY is your middle name, then you will love these garden party ideas.
These DIY ideas range from using vintage teapots as floral centerpieces, how to make flower hanging balls that’ll decorate your backyard and floral ice cubes that’ll make your backyard party complete. With these DIY party ideas, your backyard will transform into a beautiful spring garden getaway. Here are 9 Quick and Easy Garden Party Ideas for Spring!
Let’s Plan a Garden Party!
1. Spring Tablescape with Fresh Floral Napkin Rings
Found from Shades of Blue Interiors
You can make these fresh floral napkins with these easy tutorial by Hunker. These fresh floral napkin ring holders will be the sweetest touch to your tablescape along with pastel napkins and plates. The fresh flowers also complement the light pink goblets that make this table perfect for a spring garden party.
2. Vintage Teapot Centerpiece
Found from Design Sponge
How cute is this vintage teapot centerpiece? It’s a brilliant way to decorate your tables at your garden party. The teapot has a nice vintage vibe that works well while upcycling an old teapot. You can find unique teapot at a second-hand store like Good Will or Salvation Army. Just fill the teapot with water and fresh flower for the most natural centerpiece.
3. Floral Ice Cubes
Found from Martha Stewart
These floral ice cubes are a cute way to keep your rose or wine on ice while you are enjoying the party. It’s a beautiful way to display the beverages while keeping them cold. These floral ice cubes are also cute in your handcrafted drinks; all you have to do is freeze edible flowers in ice cube trays. It’s a simple thing to do with little effort.
4. Hanging Flower Balls
Found from eHow
These hanging flower balls will add the perfect ambiance to your backyard garden party. Hang them from nearby tree branches or on a hook outside the house. The flower ball is made with a foam ball that’s covered in wire and ribbon. Then you’ll add the flowers into the foam ball. Everything is explained here in this easy DIY tutorial!
5. Flower Cupcakes
Found from Baked Bree
These are simple pastel buttercream flower cupcakes that’ll make the perfect impact on your garden party. The frosted cupcakes can be apart of the garden party decor. The pastel buttercream and piped flowers fit perfectly in the garden theme.
6. Flower Bouquet Name Cards
Found from Sugar and Charm
Assemble small bouquets of flowers in jars or teacups for a keepsake. It can hold the different name cards, so your guest feels instantly welcomed and knows where they will be seating.
7. Garden Beverage Station
Found from Kara’s Party Ideas
One thing that’ll definitely help you throw the ultimate garden party is to have a beverage station that is multiple tiered, so drinks are easier to get to. Using paper straws, floral ice cubes, ice buckets, and mason jars or glasses. This is crucial for any outdoor party on a warm day!
8. Picnic Pallet Table
Found from Tara Milk Tea
Use pallets to set up as a picnic table. It’s a simple way to enjoy a day outside with friends and family. Set a table cloth over the top all of them and lay pillows for comfortable sitting. The pallets can usually be found for free at department stores or free to pick up on Craigslist. So it’s in the budget as well!
9. Candles in Mason Jars
Found from Pinterest
If your garden party is going to run into the night, then it’s nice to have lighting and an excellent way to set the mood is with candles in mason jars. Mason jars are cheaper and usually something everyone has or can easily find. With the candles in mason jars, it’ll be a safe way to illuminate your party!
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- 10 Stunning Floral Cakes: Inspiration for the Spring Weddings (post)
- How to Cut & Serve Cake (free guide)
- Cake Planning Checklist (freebie)
- How to Decorate Your First Cake (free course)
With these DIY garden party ideas, you’ll be sure to have a successful outdoor event. These simple ideas are easy to make but leave a welcoming impact on your party!
Happy Party Planning!
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Olivia says
Love the floral ice cube idea! I once did the same thing with a bowl and served fresh fruit from it. It’s such an easy idea but always impresses.I can’t wait to pinch more of your fab ideas for my birthday garden party this summer!
Katie says
Hi Olivia!
It’s such a fun and surprising way to make an impact on your party. Plus when they melts it’s still so pretty! I would love to see how you create your own garden party this summer! So excited for you!
Thank you for reading!
xo, Katie