Bridal Showers with a Twist

My name is Elizabeth, and I’m a “theme-aholic”. I love to theme parties. Now that that has been said, let’s move on.

Some of my friends are now thinking about getting remarried and some are older and thinking about marriage for the first time. The have everything they need and more for a new "blended" house. So why not put an interesting twist on the old Shower.

"Stock the Garage" Bridal Shower
Invitations – I think this is the perfect invitation. It clearly defines the party. As with all the invitations on my blog, they can be purchased at www.invitetheparty.com

Decorations – How about tarps as tablecloths. Paint cans can hold a flower arrangement. Or better yet, if it’s a spring or summer shower, how about plants they can put in their garden later. Buy a few boxes of nails and screws and nuts. Not only will they look great sprinkled around the table, but can be used by the couple later. You can get some paint sticks for free so why not put those on the table too as a decoration. If you don’t want to use china, how about something fun like Bob the Builder paper plates.

Food: This is a totally casual party. How about barbecue ,6 foot hoagies or even pizza.

Favors: Why not give out a variety pack of picture holders. They are inexpensive and useful. How many times have you received a favor that you just didn’t know what to do with and had to throw away. You could wrap each favor with the color of the day or if you go with the Bob the Builder plates, use Bob the Builder wrapping paper and a pretty ribbon to wrap the favors.

Something for the Couple to Remember the Party – How about having everyone sign a Home Depot or Lowes Apron. What a fun way to remember all the guests who came.

"Stock the Bar" Bridal Shower

Invitations –I designed the above invitations to capture the spirit of the party.

Decorations – This kind of party speaks for itself. Decorations would be what you usually do for a cocktail or dinner party. If you wanted something a little different, what about a “Retro” theme. Pictures of the Rat Pack, Retro decorations, lounge music.

Food – You can really go two ways. Either hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, or a full out meal. It’s up to you and your budget. It would be fun to set up different stations with different kinds of drinks. If you are going “Retro”, find recipes from the late ‘50’s and early ‘60’s.

Favors – How about a cork screw, bottle of cocktail olives, swizzle sticks.

Something for the Couple to Remember the Party - You can buy a platter that everyone can sign. There are pens that you can purchase at the craft store that are made just for this. They can use it at their next cocktail party. Or people could sign cocktail glasses. Either one would be fun to look back on.


"The Wine Enthusiasts" Bridal Shower
Invitations – I designed the above invitations to capture the spirit of the party.

Decorations – Again, this kind of party speaks for itself. Decorations would be what you usually do for a cocktail or dinner party.

Food – There are a few ways you could do this. One would be a wine tasting party. These can be set up from companies in your area. They usually supply the wine and an appetizer. You could also serve you own wine and hors d’oeuvres. Lastly a full out meal. Basically it depends on your budget and how many people.

Favors – How about wine bottles from a local vineyard with a label with the event on them. You could do a corkscrew or a wine glass filled with candy.

Something for the Couple to Remember the Party - Wine Glasses signed by all the guests. . There are pens that you can purchase at the craft store that are made just for this.

I think any of these theme would be fun, but please remember never mix the “Stock the Garage” Party and”Stock the Bar, power tools and liquor never mix. LOL.

Hope this helps,

Elizabeth