Our Curated Collection

Chosen with intention, held with care, and carried from one gathering to the next.

Each object in our design collection is stewarded, recovered, and restored over time, with an emphasis on durability, sustainability, and lasting form. The collection grows intentionally and is particularly strong in mid-century modern and other vintage-era aesthetics.

When a gathering calls for something specific, we expand through thoughtful acquisition, sourcing from estate collections, architectural salvage, private auctions, and carefully selected secondary markets.

When appropriate, our technical infrastructure supports carefully structured livestream integration, allowing those who cannot travel to be visibly present and participate meaningfully, even across distance.

LIGHT: Glass Panels, Candles and Lighting

Light determines emotional register. Candle and atmospheric elements allow us to shape warmth, depth, and intimacy across ceremony and reception environments. We prioritize materials that can be reused and restored, avoiding disposability while preserving visual richness.

After sunset, lighting defines space. Our systems include overhead bistro installations, lantern groupings, battery-operated accent sources, and site-adapted electrical distribution — each scaled to property and guest count. When livestream integration is required, lighting is balanced to support both in-person presence and remote visibility without disrupting the physical atmosphere of the gathering.

We have exclusive access to a privately held collection of sixteen large stain glass panels, including salvaged architectural glass, studio art pieces, and mounted leaded inserts. These are used as threshold markers, ceremony backdrops, or filtered light screens within private outdoor environments. Stained and leaded glass alters light rather than emitting it. When placed intentionally, it refracts daylight into color and shadow — introducing atmosphere without additional ornamentation. These elements are reserved for exclusive gatherings, when their visual weight aligns with the scale and tone of the event. Due to age and material integrity, installation is always deliberate and supervised.

GROUND: Grass, Patios, and Floors

In certain environments, the ground plane requires definition. Flooring elements stabilize ceremony sites, create visual boundaries, or soften transitional spaces within private, place-based settings. These materials are used when the setting calls for architectural reinforcement.

STRUCTURE: Some gatherings require light architectural framing — arches, boundary elements, or spatial definition that supports ceremony focus and reception flow. Our structural pieces are scaled for private properties rather than large commercial venues.

Signage remains quiet and functional. Directional and informational elements support guest orientation without turning the event into spectacle. Clarity, legibility, and aesthetic restraint guide our approach.

VESSELS: Glass, ceramic, and vintage vessels — including mid-century forms in varied tonal palettes — allow us to compose arrangements with dimensional depth rather than uniform repetition. Each piece functions as a structural element within the table or environment, shaping rhythm, height, and density.

TABLE: Dinnerware, Flatware, Drinkware, Chargers, Service and Accents

The shared meal anchors a gathering. Our tableware collection includes porcelain, glass, melamine, vintage pieces, and specialty flatware that allow us to shape tone — from understated and minimal to warm, layered, or mid-century expressive. These materials support gatherings across tiers and guest counts while maintaining visual coherence and environmental responsibility.

TEXTILE: Napkins, Tablecloths, Sashes, Chair Covers, Placemats, Runners, Backdrops, Accents

Textiles introduce texture and movement. Our extensive linen collection supports a range of tonal palettes and gathering scales, from restrained ceremony tables to more layered reception environments. All linens are maintained, laundered, and stored with care as part of long-term stewardship.

FLORAL: Faux and Vintage Silk

Our faux and vintage silk florals are curated for durability, tonal complexity, and environmental care. This collection allows us to build layered, seasonally flexible environments without reliance on high-waste floral sourcing. In offering faux and vintage silk florals and assisting with their onsite arrangement, we aim to privilege environmental stewardship.


By Appointment

events@backyardstagecraft.com

In English, ask for Mary: 1-540-

En español, pregunte por Jennifer: 1-540-

Harrisonburg, Virginia