Pink Backyard Bridal Shower
White tents were set up for shade. We used potted inpatients to add an extra floral detail.
A great way to dress up a table setting is use real glassware. You can find them on sale or from the dollar store. It does make for added clean up but you are saving the environment and they are reusable for your next party.
*Tip: Since it was a hot day, we placed pitchers of lemon ice water on every table!
D.I.Y Party Favors and Table Decor
I purchased these small glasses from Ikea for 5.99 for 6. I went to home depot and purchased a couple of inpatients 6 for $1.99. I used etching cream to etched the couples monogram on the glassses. It's hard to see in this picture, but you can make out the L.
The whole project took about a day and costed no more than $35! They made fabulous party favors and table decor.
*Tip: You can create party favors that make excellent decorations and save on cost!
The Game: Dates in a Jar
I'm not too fond of the corny bridal shower games, I had a feeling the bride wasn't either. Instead, I wanted to create something heartfelt with guest participation. I put out a jar filled with writing utensils and strips of paper. The guest had an opportunity to write down a creative date idea for the soon-to-be married couple. Some of the ideas were very creative and some were pretty funny!
Coconut Cake and Sweet Treats
The bride loved the idea of a non traditional bundt cake. Her favorite is coconut, too! A great light alternative for a hot day!
Salad Bar and Yogurt Parfait
Are those champagne glasses? Yes, we served the fruit, granola and yogurt parfait's in champagne glasses!
The food served:
Salad Bar w/ various toppings (Chicken, Shrimp, Steak)
Fruit Yogurt Parfait
Bagel Chips w/ dip
I love the idea of a salad bar as a light option at any afternoon shower! It was going to be hot and I wanted to serve something not too filling. You can totally dress it up with fancy options like shrimp or salmon. We had a fruit and spinach, Caesar and classic salad. It's easy to set up and you don't need to work about cooking!
What do you all think of the shower?
I will post the menu recipes and etched glass tutorial in another post! To keep update, make sure you subscribe and become a friend on Facebook!