DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop

1 min read September 14, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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Set the scene for your chic and colorful Tropical Wedding with this modern DIY Backdrop! A collection of fern mats, stylish lettering and stark-white tropical leaves create a stunning setting perfect for any tropical celebration. Follow these few simple steps to create one of your own!

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Begin by interlocking the Fern Mats together to form 4 rows of 4 to create the base of your backdrop. You will need a total of 16 Fern Mats.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 1
Step
2

Once all 16 Mats are interlocked, hang them on your wall using damage-free Command Hooks®.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 2
Step
3

Use a Cutting Machine or free-hand letters to spell out the word "Aloha" using Poster Board.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 3
Step
4

Hot Glue the letters to your fern backdrop.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 4
Step
5

Add a coat of White Acrylic Paint to three Tropical Leaves and three Palm Leaves. Allow to dry.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 5
Step
6

Use Mini Glue Dots to attach the painted leaves to the backdrop.

DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 6
Step
7

Set your Tropical Wedding dining table in front of your DIY backdrop and enjoy!

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DIY Fern Wedding Backdrop step 7

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