Do you have a friend that is getting married? Why not plan a "unique themed" shower for the couple, or for the bride alone! We are coming across some very interesting ideas and want to share them with you!
AROUND THE WORLD is the theme.
Historic locations - worldwideGather some ideas from the couple of their favorite countries (you can also do this for favorite states). Research favorite drinks , food, or hors d'oeurves of those areas. Plan a menu card highlighting them and if there are special meanings or customs associated with them.
Gift ideas for this type of shower could be:
Travel books of specific areas incorporated in the food and drinks at the shower.
Cook books featuring that area.
Travel accessories if the couple will be traveling on their honeymoon.
Ethnic food items
Photo Albums
Travel Maps
NATURE'S WONDER for those outdoor loving couples.
Hold the shower outdoors at a picnic site, camp site or on the beach.
Food and drinks should reflect the outdoor lifestyle - BBQ, grilled hot dogs and hamburgers, picnic lunches, s'mores, and so forth! Capture the mood!
Gifts ideas for this type of shower and couple would be:
Picnic baskets
Folding chairs
Camping equipment
Gift certificates for parks, comfortable outdoor clothing, and more!!!!
Outdoor cooking equipment
A "special" cookbook of favorite outdoor recipes of the guests at the shower
Back packs
And so much more!!!!! Ideas are endless!
GARDENING THEME
Many couples today enjoy the trend towards growing your own veggies, flowers, etc. And many are going organic.
What better way to help them in this area. Host a gardening shower. If they have already purchased their own home, then the ideas of gifts is unlimited.
If they are waiting until after they are married to buy a home together, then gifts in this area can prepare them for outdoor work.
Gift ideas:
Gift cards to garden centers so they can select their favorite plants
Gardening tools - usually small hand tools such as rakes, shovels, etc
Watering cans
Hoses and assorted nozzles
Sun hats
Gloves
Assorted books for ideas and plant references
HOME HOSPITALITY - this is the perfect shower for those couples who do lots of entertaining in their homes.
Host the party on the patio, or if the couple has a home and doesn't mind the shower there, it would be perfect.
Gift ideas - they are numerous!
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| Cheese and wine! |
Bottles of wine from local wineries
Assortments of cheeses
Gift cards for wine and cheeses so they can be used at a later date
Assortment of beers
Serving glasses
Cheese boards and knives
Unique serving dishes for party foods
Recipe books for both party food and drinks
The list of ideas for showers is endless! Making them "unique" for the couple or bride is great!
If you want more ideas, I suggest you talk to the couples wedding planner, or one that you know in the area, they have fantastic ideas!
Happy planning!!!!
~Marilyn
