Monday, December 23, 2013
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Simple Party Details
I was privileged and honored to host my sister's bridal shower this past Saturday. I was really wanting to reflect her lovable character and send her off into her marriage with a sweet celebration.
Small details can add so much character to a party, and here are some from the bridal shower. With the exception of the chandelier centerpiece, these are quite simple, frugal, and can be created in a short amount of time.
MENU CARDS: For buffet-style meal, having small menu cards can upgrade the level of elegancy. Don't have a color printer? Simply print in black and glue onto a folded color cardstock paper.
FAVOR NOTES: For simple thank you notes on the party favors, use a cute-shaped puncher and "thank you" stamps. Use different shades of the party color scheme to create a variety of colors.
COLORED PLATES: Layer different shades of different size colored paper plates to create a faux-charger feel to the table.
CENTERPIECES: The above centerpiece of branches was very simple. I was able to find twigs and branches that had already fallen at a local park. No trees were harmed in any way in this process. =) I spray painted them silver, then hung beads and ornaments.
The centerpiece below, though it didn't cost much money, took some time and energy. I saw some decorative cardboard chandelier ideas online and thought that it would work great as a centerpiece. Who knew cutting an elaborate shape out of a cardboard was going to be this tough!
If you have any other great party ideas that are simple and quick (and saving money is always a plus!), feel free to share!
Small details can add so much character to a party, and here are some from the bridal shower. With the exception of the chandelier centerpiece, these are quite simple, frugal, and can be created in a short amount of time.
CENTERPIECES: The above centerpiece of branches was very simple. I was able to find twigs and branches that had already fallen at a local park. No trees were harmed in any way in this process. =) I spray painted them silver, then hung beads and ornaments.
The centerpiece below, though it didn't cost much money, took some time and energy. I saw some decorative cardboard chandelier ideas online and thought that it would work great as a centerpiece. Who knew cutting an elaborate shape out of a cardboard was going to be this tough!
If you have any other great party ideas that are simple and quick (and saving money is always a plus!), feel free to share!
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