Since I just shared images from Daniel's cousin Holly's wedding yesterday, I might as well get around to finally sharing about the bridal shower I co-hosted for her in November. (Yes, November. I know I've been a slack blogger, but you have no idea how busy I've been. The last time our family was home together with nowhere to travel over a weekend was November 7-8. So, I hope you're cutting me some slack and not thinking I'm a disgrace to the blogosphere.)
Back to the shower... This shower was a bit difficult because we planned it long-distance, with neither of the planners living in Midland, where the shower was held. But, it turned out to be beautiful and I think these two (bride-elect, Holly, and groom-elect, Jerry) were pleased.
We found this wonderful location that was such a surprise. It's a nursery that sells amazing plants and flowers and patio/garden furniture and decor. Hidden in the back of the nursery is a cafe surrounded by a beautiful pond/water feature and tons of gorgeous plants and flowers. It was such a lovely location that we were pleased to find, and their food was delicious.
Due to the nature of bridal showers, we wanted to be appropriately old-fashioned in many ways because, well, that's the way we do things where I grew up. I don't know why, but that's just how it is. Showers and weddings are traditionally somewhat formal, and there is just a certain etiquette that is expected. However, Holly is young and has a style all her own that we didn't want to ignore so we did opt to be a little funky in the decor. We chose turquoise and red for the color scheme. I know it sounds odd but it's really fun and funky when it comes together. I was especially proud of the invitations that were a deep red, trimmed in a red/white damask pattern and accented with a turquoise jewel. At the shower, we covered the tables in turquoise and placed large red tissue paper pom poms atop glass vases as the centerpieces.
For another special touch, Daniel helped me put together these cupcake flags. (They were almost as cute as the cupcakes were yummy - red velvet with cream cheese icing is the best!)
Most of all, I think Holly had a fabulous shower and was honored by all the ladies in attendance as well as all the wonderful household items she is not using to help make a home for her and Jerry.
Back to the shower... This shower was a bit difficult because we planned it long-distance, with neither of the planners living in Midland, where the shower was held. But, it turned out to be beautiful and I think these two (bride-elect, Holly, and groom-elect, Jerry) were pleased.
We found this wonderful location that was such a surprise. It's a nursery that sells amazing plants and flowers and patio/garden furniture and decor. Hidden in the back of the nursery is a cafe surrounded by a beautiful pond/water feature and tons of gorgeous plants and flowers. It was such a lovely location that we were pleased to find, and their food was delicious.
Due to the nature of bridal showers, we wanted to be appropriately old-fashioned in many ways because, well, that's the way we do things where I grew up. I don't know why, but that's just how it is. Showers and weddings are traditionally somewhat formal, and there is just a certain etiquette that is expected. However, Holly is young and has a style all her own that we didn't want to ignore so we did opt to be a little funky in the decor. We chose turquoise and red for the color scheme. I know it sounds odd but it's really fun and funky when it comes together. I was especially proud of the invitations that were a deep red, trimmed in a red/white damask pattern and accented with a turquoise jewel. At the shower, we covered the tables in turquoise and placed large red tissue paper pom poms atop glass vases as the centerpieces.
For another special touch, Daniel helped me put together these cupcake flags. (They were almost as cute as the cupcakes were yummy - red velvet with cream cheese icing is the best!)
Most of all, I think Holly had a fabulous shower and was honored by all the ladies in attendance as well as all the wonderful household items she is not using to help make a home for her and Jerry.
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