Rustic Whiskey Barrel Ideas for Wedding Party

We all have seen crafty wedding ideas, from fairy-inspired to Star Wars tributes and what not. We have seen parties in the backyard, barn and even the beach with decorations ranging from simple and subtle to ornate weddings ripped straight from the books of a Disney fairy tale. So, how about trying something with the used whiskey barrels. A rustic whiskey barrel wedding is surely a great time for all. You must be thinking, wooden barrels at a wedding, seriously? Hang on, the following picture-perfect wedding ideas will make you believe that whiskey barrels can be the new mason jar.

The best part about organizing a rustic barrel wedding party is that you are freed from lots of expectations that go with traditional weddings and is favorable for both your wallet and our mother Earth. With all the DIY barrel projects, you can save on most of the things from guest gifts to centerpieces.

Rustic Barrel Decorations

Once the venue is finalized, this is the time to begin with decor. Internet is already bursting with the DIY ideas, using the elements and decor from the nature, that can be done quickly and easily at one’s convenience. The DIY doesn’t always mean a lot of work. Call some of your friends and pitch in over dinner and drinks and you will have everything ready before you would even know. From chalkboard signage and barrel card holders to crafty seating place cards to hand-crafted invites, these handmade details will surely impress your guests.

For a rustic wedding, you can actually cut down cost on the items to be bought from the local markets. Plenty of environment-friendly inspirations are already available in your backyard. These are a few creative ideas to utilize your used whiskey barrels:

• Turn On your DIY mode with sliced tree trunks, found twigs, cut flowers and then mix and match. You can also use local produce or materials such as twine, burlap, apples, dried flowers, pears, wheat, pine cones, or vintage glassware. You can use anything you think will work.
• When it comes to palettes, subtle pastels and warm earth tones are your best friends. Forget anything too dark or too bright as it will overwhelm the light aesthetic that pulls the wooden rustic barrel theme altogether. Something as simple as dusty ivories can seriously complement wood accents, while balancing the rustic wood with exquisite feminine accents.
• If you are looking for something bolder, a rich palette golds, reds and oranges, golds are another way to showcase the rugged look you are craving for, especially for a fall wedding party that gives harvest vibes.

Go ahead with the wagon wheels, used whiskey barrels and mismatched vintage furniture and your guests will feel as if they have entered a theme restaurant much flair. Try to keep it simple by including natural fibers such as unbleached canvas, burlap, vintage elements, etc.