Entertainment
Games and activities are a good way for the guests to relax, have a few laughs and get to know one another.
For women that prefer not to have games at their shower, there are other alternatives.
Other options for a shower or pre-wedding get together with the girls, would be a relaxing massage and/or makeover. Wedding Belles & Beaus (407-830-8778) will come to your home and provide massages, manicures and pedicures for you and your guests.
A nice dinner, lunch buffet, or afternoon tea at a local restaurant or at home is always an option.
Food & Drink
Elegant does not always have to mean difficult. A nice punch
in a glass punch bowl decorated with flowers at the base can serve as a
centerpiece. Several 2-liter bottles of assorted carbonated drinks,
bottled water, flavored coffee and of course a bottle or two of wine are
necessary for beverages. Simple appetizers, finger
sandwiches and cake are all that is needed unless you are serving a lunch
or dinner buffet.
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In season fruit trays can be purchased at most local grocery stores, or put together the day of the shower and served with a delicious Fruit Dip.
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The same is true about a vegetable platter and Tangy Vegetable Dip. Some groceries, and stores such as Sam's and Costco sell bags of vegetables already cut up.
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Two or three types of crackers can be arranged around a bowl of Chicken Salad Spread, next to a plate of assorted cubed cheeses with decorative tooth picks for serving.
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Simple finger sandwiches can be served with chicken salad, egg salad (include a few peanut butter sandwiches if children will be attending.)
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In addition to, or instead of, you may want to try an easy Cherry Cobbler for dessert, that is delicious served warm.
Party Favors
Though, not always necessary, shower favors are a nice
token of appreciation. When playing games, they can add excitement and competitiveness. Good choices
for party favors might be:
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Scented candles
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Gourmet coffee/tea
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Special soaps
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Bubble bath or bath salts
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Movie passes
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Bottle of wine
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House plants
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Coffee mugs
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Potpourri satchel
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Specialty chocolates
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