Compliments of: Kristi and Mary Ann This is a funny and very different shower that is complete with an emcee and provides a life-size centerpiece, entertainment, a party game and a party activity. Add time for opening presents and eating cake and this will be a good-time afternoon for all! Ask each guest to give you a [...]
A perfect time of year to think of the newly wed couple’s "first" holiday season together when they trim their Christmas Tree, decorate their house for Kwanzaa or celebrate Hanukah. If you shower is before Thanksgiving, add this to the list of gift ideas. This Ornament/Decoration Shower can be combined with a Cookie Exchange, hot [...]
Tired of the same old Bridal Showers? Why not try something different... Place: A park, garden or backyard --- will also work well for an indoor shower. Menu Choices: Citrus Cooler, Citrus Salsa, Lime Thai Chicken Appetizer Skewers, Pineapple Lemon Glazed Appetizer Meatballs, Lime Chicken Bake, Citrus Asparagus Salad, Pineapple Mandarin Salad, Citrus Dessert Sauce, [...]
Punch Bowl Prepare "blue" punch blue by using Blue Raspberry fruit juice and 7-Up, mix to taste. Using a melon scooper, make small balls ("bubbles") from Vanilla ice cream and keep in freezer, adding only when you are ready to serve the punch to your guests. Float rubber duckies on top of the punch. For a nice [...]
Placecards Computer-generate or hand write name cards using yellow cardstock and black ink. Add several teeny and tiny blue circles for bubbles on one corner or as desired. Punch a hole in the corner of the name card, thread with ribbon and attach to a rubber duck. Put one at each place setting for luncheon [...]
Centerpiece Ideas for Food & Gift Tables THE "Rattle Tree"Based on the "money tree" idea used for 25th & 50th anniversary parties. This makes an excellent center piece and a very handy thing for Mom to take home. Select a branch from a tree that is at least a 1/4" stalk but no bigger than 3/4" and [...]
Opening the Gifts Wreath Create a baby wreath for the mommy-to-be from gift wrapping, ribbons and bows. Purchase a straw wreath and wrap the entire wreath with yellow ribbons. As the mommy-to-be unwraps her gifts, attach the fancy bows and baby toys to and around the wreath. Mommy can take the wreath home to add to [...]
Gift Wrapping Ideas Use a receiving blanket and safety pins. Add a rattle, teething ring, or pacifier to the bow.Use a baby hamper to hold small gifts after they are opened.
Party Favor Ideas Fill small plastic bags with blue raffia ("water") and ducky-shaped soaps (found at linen & bath shops). Tie off with curling ribbon. Stand upright on each place setting. Add a rubber duck, small sponge and mini soaps to a clear cellophane bag tied with ribbons -- add a small card that lists the [...]
Prizes for the Guests Display the Prizes: Wrap prizes in yellow and orange tissue. Fill a galvanized wash tub with round light blue balloons (blown up very small to look like bubbles). Arrange prizes on the "bubbles." Decorate the handles with more yellow curling riboon. Add the prizes (pretty soaps, bath beads, hand towels, etc.) More Prize Ideas: Mini gift [...]