A Garden Bridal Shower

Over the weekend my daughters, 

 Heather and Jennie (with a little help from me) 

hosted an outdoor bridal shower

in Heather's garden. 

They are bridesmaids in the upcoming wedding

of my son Dustin and his sweetheart, Jen. 

It was a beautiful day and before the guests arrived, 

I was able to sneak a few photos. 

The theme was 'rustic romantic'. 

Wooden crates, burlap, crocheted lace, and pink roses. 

Simple place settings...

Canning jar 'glasses'.....

Carnation garlands....

Cork label holders and blueberry ice cubes...

Corseted wine.....

Martini glass mint holder.....

Special seat for the guest of honor...

Paper lanterns...

And parasols. 

Most everything gathered or handcrafted from things already on hand. 

The beautiful bride to be is about to arrive.....

She surveys her kingdom - princess for the day. 

Her 'crown' awaits...

A sweet smile.

On the menu - tea sandwiches, scones.....

Quiche and...

'salad' - veggies in ranch dressing cups. 

Fruit salad with lime yogurt sauce to begin the meal. 

Sweet cupcakes to end it. 

Games were played....

'Guess the age in the photo of the bride to be',

'What's in your purse?',

and 'Name what the bride to be is wearing'.....

(after she leaves the garden room!)

Gift bags for the winners. 

Guests were asked to write the 'perfect date night' 

on wooden sticks for the guest of honor to take home. 

Gifts were opened...

Favors given...

And all too soon the day was over. 

It was a beautiful day for a beautiful bride to be. 

With many blessings for a beautiful life. 

xoxo

Linking to Floral Friday - Thank you Trishie for hosting this fun blog hop!