How to Hide Ugly Drapes in a Reception Venue

Plan the wedding and reception of your dreams.

The look and feel of the venue for your wedding reception can set the whole tone for your wedding. Many people decorate in specific themes or colors and prefer to transform the room into an elegant vision where you and your guests can dance the night away. Ugly drapes that are a permanent part of the venue can put a damper on your plans; however, there are creative ways to hide unsightly features that would other wise interfere with your romantic moment.

Things You'll Need

• Portable drapes with poles
• Silk scarves
• Ribbons

Instructions

1. Rent portable drapes, which are usually hung on poles and often called "pipe and drape." Place the portable drapes in front of the permanent window dressings.

2. Choose colors that match your wedding theme. Portable drapes are usually available in a variety of colors, which allows you to maintain your desired look and feel during your reception.

3. Embellish the drapes with silk scarves; if the portable drapes are bland or they don't offer your desired color, change the look and feel with silk scarves. Obtain the measurements of the portable drapes, either from the provider or measuring them with a tape. Purchase sheets of silk scarves in the appropriate size, color or pattern to match your decor.

4. Use a contrasting colored silk scarf to hide the poles that are holding the portable drapes. Spread the scarves directly over the poles and let them hang loose or gather around the middle and tie with a satin ribbon.

Tips & Warnings

• After the wedding use the silk scarves as window dressing for your home or transform them into wearable neck scarves, items of clothing, such as a skirt, or as special mementos for the bridal party.

References

• Unique Weddings and Events By Janay: Wedding Backdrop Draping