purple bridal shower - simple!

 This summer I co-hosted a bridal shower for a bride who loves purple. We aren't from the social circles that host super-formal showers (especially because of the large #s of family and friends in the same area- our showers are usually about 30 to 40 women!) so we decided to keep it simple.

 

 I used live annuals to decorate with an array of purples, from lavender to magenta to deep violet, which was soooo pretty. (This picture shows how simple it was to make the containers- soup cans and snack cartons covered in cute craft paper!) In each small arrangement I stuck a sign that stated a wish that we had for the couple, i.e. "we wish you prosperity" or "we wish you romance." It was a small touch to make her know that we want to share more with her (and him) than just the gifts.

 I also decided to use the couple's wedding website as inspiration, since not many people even knew that they had one, and since I love to use type as decor. Simple tags attached to kisses were passed out, and small vases with fresh lavender and branches had the little sign popping out (attached to kabob sticks for height). So sorry about the bad pics! Way cuter in person, I think you can tell...

bright flower party

Throw a party that celebrates your event and the season! Bright colors and flower power combine to make the cheeriest of parties. Buy little sugar paste daisy toppers, make your own huge tissue paper poppies, string together balloon flowers, diy felt florals, marshmallow petals on top of the cupcakes, tulip cupcake liners, enjoy some of the real thing, get the pattern to crochet this hat from Adrienne Engar's Etsy shop, and sweet flower favors you or your guests can make.