Tropical Inspired Bridal Shower

It was a 

Tropical Inspired Wedding Shower

for my girl Ellis!

Which made my house and yard a perfect venue!

I couldn't be more pleased how it all turned out!

We began the party planning process with

by ordering custom invites!

After that I  did much of  the projects myself
with the exception of the wooden chargers
that were made by my wonderful husband and son!
I had a very full three week schedule booked with things to do.
But part of that schedule included fluffing things at home and in the gardens.

In the end
I couldn't have been happier how my girl's
Tropical Inspired Shower
 came out!

So today let the pretty party sharing begin!

I covered my huge chalk board above the fireplace in pinks

and 

mixed citrus into my plants in iron urns!
The paper fans I found at Michaels and I just so
appreciate the paper quality!

With rain in the forecast we flipped our usual entertaining in the backyard

and 

brought the sit down brunch inside.

We rented 2 tables and 20 chairs.

Wooden placemats were made.

Dishes were layered with my collection of vintage linens.

 

Each place setting received a take home favor of a  glass terrarium.

Centerpieces were  driftwood set in with succulents.

I added paper umbrellas to each

to carry through not only the pink color

but some more paper goods tropical whimsy.

We ordered plastic tropical leaves

and

 they ended up to be decorating gold!

Inside I turned some into artwork.

Outside they helped carry through a united theme.

We emptied the living/dining room

to insure proper party flow.

I garnished my potted trees with mounds of citrus

to finish off the tropical scheme with a pop of natural color.

I used pre washed drop cloths

for tablecloths.

I left them unironed for added texture

which juxtaposed perfectly with the crisply pressed napkins.

Ellis's Maid of honor, Hannah

did a lovely job of organizing and facilitating

the shower games!

We played Guess the Ring

where each guest puts their ring onto a tray 

where it receives a tagged number.

Then the tray is passed around for everyone to guess who each ring belongs to.

Since we ended up with perfect weather

the shower began in the backyard.

Guests were welcomed with a choice of beverage.

To make the simple champagne glasses more fun and festive

I made novelty wedding ring charms for each glass.

Next week I will show you just how easy this project is to make!

We had a mimosa bar with 4 choices of juices

sparkling non alcoholic juices

and 

plenty of sparkling water!

Several appetizers were passed.

My favorite was these sweet picks of berries and cheese!

I styled a carrot cake with some tropical shower flair!

As I mentioned in my previous post HERE

I brought out my tropical flower crowns for the photo booth

and 

they were  a huge hit with  the guests.

Because we had rented a canopied tent in case of rain

I chose a tropical green  backside

which made for a most perfect Photo Booth  backdrop.

After three weeks prep

the afternoon seemed to fly by

so the pictures make the most precious lasting memories!

The last game was a Bride and Groom trivia that 

Hannah had also made!

She had spent the evening before asking Ellis and Elliot questions

but it was her tricky close answers

that made for such an entertaining game!

And of course there were fabulous presents to be opened!

I must say Ellis and Elliot now have a beautiful stocked kitchen!

All the hard work and prep

payed off beautifully!

It was a magical and memorable afternoon

shared with the gorgeous

bride to be

and

beloved family and friends!

As always my friends

I wish you love and joy

as you style your life