Make a picnic shelter look classy?

We are in the same boat except we are using a horse stable .To make mine look classier I got some clear christmas lights and I plan to purchase some white tulle to drape somewhere.

Clear lights and i kid you not, yards and yards of muslin from a fabric store. JoAnn's is having a 50% coupon right now. (we're doing a pavilion for the BBQ after the DW)

I found this photo

Ooo, I like all of these ideas! How do you think I could mix draping with patio lights (I was already planning to string those across the shelter)? Thanks!

You could drape the fabric , string of lights , fabric, string of lights . For another example when you look at the photo I posted imagine a string of lights between the draped fabric. I hope you get what I'm trying to say .

I would hang white Christmas lights (I bet you can get some GREAT deals on clearance right now!)

Rent or buy fabric to drape in your colors

Hang paper lanterns

Also, I love these paper ball things... no idea what to call them lol.

@Cassie, I found your post in a search as I'm also planning of having a pavilion reception. I hope you will post your BAM so I can see what you've decided to do with your decor. Thanks and happy soon to be wedding!

Maranda, I will let you know, thanks!!!

View Quoted Comment I love this idea. We are having our wedding in September and we are using a picnic shelter at a park. This picture really helps me with some ideas.