Things You'll Need:
- Galvanized washtubs
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Step 1
Begin with a classic cowboy color scheme of denim blue and bandana red.
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Step 2
Arrange informal bouquets of daisies, sunflowers, and black-eyed Susans in recycled tin cans and glass milk vases.
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Step 3
Create table centerpieces by placing a plastic container (such as a half gallon milk carton with the top cut off) inside an old cowboy boot. Fill each container with a bouquet of wildflowers.
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Step 4
Cover tables with bandana printed fabric in red or blue.
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Step 5
Replace the gift table with stacks of hay bales.
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Step 6
String up clear lights to mimic a starry night on the open range.
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Step 1
Dress the entire wedding party in cowboy boots and Stetson hats.
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Step 2
Adorn the bride and bridesmaids hats with fresh flowers. Attach a long piece of tulle or organdy to the bride's hat.
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Step 3
Dress the bridesmaids in blue or red dresses, and add a coordinating gingham sash for a cowgirl look.
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Step 4
Dress the groomsmen in denim jeans and dress jackets for a fun informal look.
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Step 5
Ask guest to come dressed in their cowboy finest as well.
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Step 1
Offer an informal buffet with paper dishes and plastic flatware.
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Step 2
Fill large galvanized washtubs with crushed ice, bottled beer and sarsaparilla (root beer).
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Step 3
Serve hearty chili and jalapeno cornbread.
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Step 4
Grill up thick steaks, ribs, and chicken for an authentic cowboy barbecue.
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Step 5
Decorate the wedding cake with real rope and miniature cowboy and cowgirl figurines.
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Step 6
Accompany cake with old fashioned berry pies, brownies and dark roast coffee.
