Colorful DIY Backyard Wedding: A Picnic Reception with Family Love!

Bride holding wedding invitation with floral design

This gorgeous wedding was DIY to the extreme! Megan and Elijah tied the knot at an outdoor ceremony that was followed by picnic-style reception. The bride's talented family pitched in by creating much of the decor and details to give this couple a wedding that was as unique and wonderful as they are. Check out more details from this colorful DIY backyard wedding in the full gallery here, all fantastically photographed by THE LEEKERS.

Elegant pink ballet flats with feather details on floral bed

Elegant updo hairstyle with flower accessory for a special occasion

Groom sees his bride for the first time on their wedding day, happiness

Bride and groom posing on their wedding day in outdoor setting

Wedding rings on invitation of Elijah and Megan October 14 2012

From the Bride:Our wedding was a true labor of LOVE! We are blessed to have such talented family who were all so willing to help and create what was truly the best day ever!!One of the bride's aunts created beautiful flower arrangements using flowers from her own garden while another aunt, Sheri McCulley Studio, designed the amazing cut out invitations. Everyone in Megan's family helped with decorating the venue.Megan and Elijah were married outdoors at sunset surrounded by a small group of family and close friends. The ceremony was small and cozy with their guests sitting on benches draped in colorful quilts. As the newlyweds walked back down the aisle they were showered in rainbow sprinkles — a truly spectacular exit.

Bohemian outdoor wedding ceremony with unique seating and decor

Bride and father walking down the aisle at outdoor wedding

Outdoor wedding ceremony in a forest setting with guests

Happy bride and groom walking after their outdoor wedding ceremony

Streamers and white twinkle lights swayed in the breeze at Megan and Elijah's picnic-themed reception. More colorful quilts were used to cover the tables, each decorated with a single mason jar filled with wildflowers and some small votive candles.

Wedding reception decor with balloons and a sign on a tree

Wedding decorations with floral frame and colorful pom poms

Couple at outdoor party looking at photo display

Newlyweds pose under Just Married banner in a beautiful garden

Each guest received a jar of homemade jam crafted by the bride's cousin for their wedding favor. While Megan and Elijah did have a wedding cake, but kept it small with a cute vintage cake topper. The main dessert attraction was the table full of pies in every flavor from The Ridge Antique Cafe. Each pie sat on a log cross-section and was labeled with it's flavor — so cute!

Outdoor pie and drink table with rustic wooden accents, a charming setting