DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet

2 min read September 14, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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Creating a custom backdrop for your wedding can set the scene for your guests, tying into colors and themes, as well as, providing a romantic and stylish location for guests to take photos and grab a signature cocktail. This peony inspired backdrop is not only gorgeous, but easy to assemble. Guests will think this stunning backdrop broke the bank, but you can recreate this elegant floral backdrop and buffet with our simple tips and tricks and a few chic decorating supplies!

Project Time
50 to 60 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Start by dressing your buffet in a pink table linen and add a gold and white table runner.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 1
Step
2

Now, add four hanging pink floral mats side by side on your wall using 3M hooks.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 2
Step
3

Using hot glue, adhere a calligraphy "love" cake topper to a peony hanging hoop. Allow the glue to dry in place completely.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 3
Step
4

Add a hook in the center of all four floral mats. Hang the upgraded peony gold hoop on the hook.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 4
Step
5

Display Pink Peony Signature Cocktails in gold stemmed champagne glasses on cake pedestals. Make sure to incorporate additional peony blooms. Next, disassemble a white peony bouquet.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 5
Step
6

Next, disassemble a white peony bouquet.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 6
Step
7

Then, trim four blooms so that the stems are approximately 3-4 inches long. Place the individual blooms inside of glass favor jars, transforming them into petite bud vases.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 7 part 1
DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 7 part 2
Step
8

Using hot glue, adhere a small calligraphy "love" pick into the florals to add a romantic detail. Allow the glue to dry completely.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 8 part 1
DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 8 part 2
Step
9

Display a selfie station sign on a wooden easel, directly under the floral hoop. The bright and colorful floral backdrop makes the perfect location for guests to take pictures!

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 9
Step
10

Place a pink peony bouquet next to the sign as an elegant detail and a fun photo prop.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 10 part 1
DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 10 part 2
Step
11

Enjoy your gorgeous backdrop at your Peony Inspired Wedding!

Be sure to see my full Peony Inspired Wedding,  DIY Peony Wedding CenterpiecePink Peony Cocktail.

DIY Peony Wedding Backdrop and Buffet step 11

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