AUTHOR: BEC OF 'FOR EVERY HEN'
If you're thinking about including one or two kitchen tea activities in your best friend's special day (that all ages can enjoy), this article is a must read! From craft experiences through to baking, these wonderful activity ideas are guaranteed to be a beautiful surprise that your bride won't see coming! 
BEAUTIFUL BOUQUETS
Provide a selection of flowers (both fresh and dried) alongside craft supplies such as scissors, ribbons, twine and kraft paper. Guests can then sit at the kitchen table (or any other designated area at your venue) and create their very own 'Wedding Bouquets'.
This is a fun kitchen tea activity that also results in beautiful take-home favours. Tip: have your guests create one bouquet as a group out of dried flowers. This can then be gifted to your bride-to-be as a memento from her special day! 
CARICATURE ARTIST
If you're after a truly unique addition to your celebration, a caricature artist could be the way to go! An enjoyable activity no-one will see coming; guests will have the wonderful (and hilarious!) opportunity to watch the cartoon version of their friends (and themselves) come to life before their very eyes. These take-home sketches will become a treasured keepsake for all.
DIY CRAFTS
This one is perfect for the creative souls!
Find an activity that your bride-to-be would love to learn more about and make it an optional addition to the Kitchen Tea experience! Not only will it provide a bit of extra fun, but those who do decide to create something special can then take it home as a beautiful memento of the day. Win/win! Some DIY craft ideas include the following (simply purchase kits or provide the materials required to complete the project):
DIY PHOTO BOOTH
Find a plain wall or a beautiful spot in the garden - you're about to get snap happy!
To create a DIY Photo Booth all you need is a nice backdrop, a basket filled with fun props (this can be any sort of accessory you have in your cupboard - sunglasses, hats, feather boas, etc. If you haven't got a stash, ask friends/family or check out your local op shop for goodies!) and a sign telling people what to do (e.g. 'Photo Booth - Snap Away!). EDIBLE GARDENS
Herbs are a staple in most kitchens around the world. So why not give your party the gift of fresh herbs in their kitchen (i.e. the gift that keeps on giving)?!
To pull this off, you will need to provide seedlings, starter plants, pots, soil, gloves and small shovels. Guests can then get their hands dirty whilst creating their very own edible gardens - the perfect addition to any sunny window sill! 
FAMILY RECIPES
A Kitchen Tea is based on Kitchen gifts, recipes and knowledge. Why not combine the three into one fun activity?!
Chat to the mother of the bride (and groom) to see if there are any special recipes that have been passed down through the two families. You can then all join forces on the day and learn exactly how to bring these delicious dishes to life! Working as a group, wine in hand, this activity will not only prove to be a special bonding experience, but will also result in amazing food and conversation (I mean, whatever you create needs to be tasted afterwards - so keep the party going at the dining table as you devour your goods fresh from the oven!) 
GIANT LAWN GAMES
If you're planning to have the Kitchen Tea outside (or even indoor/outdoor), giant lawn games are always a great way to get the party started (and keep it going!).
Giant Jenga, a huge game of Noughts & Crosses, or even extra large Connect Four - there are so many fun options when it comes to oversized lawn games and celebrations! Tip: save yourself some money and either ask friends to borrow their giant goodies or hire the games rather than purchasing yourself. 
LIVE MUSIC
For the bride-to-be who loves the sound of music. Whether you go for an acoustic vibe or a complete band, local musicians will be more than happy to entertain! Combined with good food, good wine and good company, this really is a recipe for success.
PERSONAL CHEF
If your bestie is a foodie, she will definitely appreciate this option!
Rather than heading out to a restaurant for lunch or dinner, bring the delicious food to you! A personal chef will not only provide your party with an incredible feast, but will also be able to share some tricks of the trade as they create each dish (perfect for a Kitchen Tea where this information is shared by friends and family as well). Enjoy the perks of eating out whilst in the comfort of your own home - and best of all... there's no clean up! >>> RELATED ARTICLE: 10 REASONS TO LOVE A PERSONAL CHEF PARTY! <<< 
SURPRISE PICNIC
Just because it's a kitchen tea doesn't mean the entire party has to be based around the kitchen!
Surprise your beautiful bride-to-be with a cheeky picnic meal in the garden. From boho to tropical, there are so many stunning ways to theme the area. And when combined with appetizers/grazing platters, drinks and maybe even a couple of games, guests and bride alike are bound to have a wonderful time! >>> RELATED ARTICLE: HOW TO DIY A STUNNING BOHO PICNIC! <<< 
TREAT TRANSFORMATION
Cupcakes, biscuits, mini cakes - any delicious treat that can be decorated with icing and other goodies is absolutely perfect for this activity!
Set out bowls of sprinkles, shaved chocolate, strawberries, blueberries, etc. and let your guests go crazy transforming their basic treats into something heavenly! You could even take it one step further by requesting that all décor is 'wedding themed'. Your bride-to-be can then select her favourite decorated treat once everyone is done and award that particular guest with a sweet prize! 
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ENJOY YOUR KITCHEN TEA ACTIVITIES!
With options for a range of budgets and personalities, I hope the above list provided you with a great deal of inspiration for your upcoming celebration!
We absolutely LOVE hearing about your events - if you have any Kitchen Tea activities you'd like to share with the For Every Hen community, please do so via the comments section below or social media! (AUS Facebook Group | Worldwide Facebook Group | Pinterest) Cheers to an incredible Kitchen Tea party where the activities are an absolute HIT! Much love, keep smiling - Bec x P.S. THE BELOW IMAGE IS PERFECT FOR PINTEREST... GO ON & SHARE THESE DELIGHTFUL KITCHEN TEA ACTIVITIES - YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO! :-)
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AUTHOR: BEC OF 'FOR EVERY HEN'
This wedding vow mad libs game is so much fun! It's super easy to organise, cheap, and will provide your bride-to-be with some funny keepsakes from her special day. Learn how to play (plus view some alternative game ideas) by reading the article below - enjoy!
HOW TO PLAY THE WEDDING VOW MAD LIBS GAME
YOU WILL NEED:
Pre-written wedding vows (Google is your best friend for this!), printed laying cards, pens or pencils. GAME INSTRUCTIONS: Before the party, find some pre-written wedding vows. Re-type them, but remove all of the adjectives, verbs and nouns (leaving a space for guests to fill in their own words instead). Print off your mad libs playing cards ready for the celebration!
Now, there are two ways to play this game.
The first; split guests into two (or more) teams - with each team appointing one captain. Hand the captains a vow mad libs playing card and explain that they aren't to let anyone else in their team sneak a peek! Team captains then ask their members to, one-by-one, come up with fun, funny and creative nouns, adjectives or verbs. Fill in the words in the appropriate spaces and you will eventually have a completed set of vows. Have one person from each team take part in a mock ceremony whereby the hilarious vows are read to each other in front of their adoring friends! The second option is playing this vow mad libs game with the entire group... without their knowledge! Rather than showing guests' what they're taking part in, simply ask them to give you the first noun, adjective or verb that comes to mind (depending on the section of the vows you are up to). Fill in their answers as you go. At the end of the celebration, have your bride-to-be read out her wedding vows to the group - prepare for giggles! 
EXTRA TIPS FOR PLAYING WEDDING VOW MAD LIBS
SURPRISE GUEST
Surprise your bride-to-be and her guests with a pop in visit from the groom himself. The couple can then take part in a funny mock wedding where they read these hilarious vows to one another!
VOWS ARE FOR KEEPING
These funny wedding mad libs will make for a beautiful keepsake! Either place in a scrapbook (along with other fun mementos from the day, such as photos, letters from guests, ticket stubs, etc.) and gift to your bride-to-be, or simply hand over to your guest of honour at the end of her celebration. It will be such a fun memory from her bridal shower, kitchen tea or hen party that she can look back on for many years to come! 
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ENJOY YOUR VOW MAD LIBS GAME!
I would love to hear how your 'bridal shower mad libs' game went! If you would like to share how you played (e.g. if you had different rules/tips) or what your bride-to-be and guests thought of these fun wedding vows, please let us know via the comments section below or social media!
Much love, keep smiling - Bec x (AUS Facebook Group | Worldwide Facebook Group | Pinterest) P.S. THE BELOW IMAGE IS PERFECT FOR PINTEREST... GO ON & SHARE THIS WEDDING VOW MAD LIBS GAME - YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO! :-)
AUTHOR: BEC OF 'FOR EVERY HEN'
No matter the occasion, celebrations take a great deal of time and thought to orchestrate. Which is exactly why I want to share these wonderful Kitchen Tea, Bridal Shower and Hen Party Planning tips with you. Straight from the mouths of professional event planners the world over, tips and tricks like these will not only make your planning easier, but will also take it to the next level! THIS ARTICLE MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS, WHICH MEANS WE MAY RECEIVE A COMMISSION, AT NO EXTRA COST TO YOU, IF YOU MAKE A PURCHASE THROUGH A LINK. PLEASE SEE OUR DISCLAIMER FOR MORE INFO.
APPEARANCES MATTER...
“There’s a reason social media sites such as Pinterest and Instagram are so popular – and that’s the fact people LOVE to look at beautiful photos. In fact, you’d probably be hard pressed to find a bride who hadn’t set up a board or two with inspiration for her own big day. With this in mind, take the lesson to heart that appearances matter and put in the time and effort to create a beautiful space with real wow factor.
It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to do this. One of our favourite touches is Party Picks, which are small messages attached to toothpicks that you can insert into everything from cupcakes to macarons. They’re exactly the sort of thing you would see in an editorial wedding shoot, and help elevate a sense of style. Oversized balloons are also on trend right now, as are gorgeous tassles in hues ranging from pastel to metallic. Brides are also loving handmade celebration flags, which are attached to retro stripe and polka dot straws and have messages such as “hooray” and “kitchen tea”. They look especially appearling sitting in a mini milk bottle full of Pimms or punch, again enhancing the idea that little touches can have a big impact. Something else you can also never go wrong with is bunting, especially if it pays tribute to the woman of the hour. Other great decorative ideas include massive paper flowers in vases, mason jars filled with biscuits and candy, and of course, as many awesome but slightly embarrassing photos of the hen as you can find.” - Amy De Groot (easyweddings.com.au) 
IT’S NOT ABOUT HOW MUCH MONEY THE HOST SPENDS...
“The ultimate [celebrations] are not about how much money the host spends... but rather how creative the planner gets. The most memorable events are the ones that make us FEEL deeply!
While it’s wonderful to shower the bride with gifts, the experience is way more important than the amount of things she ultimately takes home. Consider choosing a theme that has meaning and significance for the bride – a tribute to her childhood or something that celebrates her passions. Anything goes these days so think outside the box and don’t be afraid to try something new. I’ve seen everything from life drawing with a nude model (for the artist bride) to a full on carnival-themed extravaganza complete with flame throwers and elephants!” - Hayley Devlin (hayleydevlin.com) 
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE LOCATION...
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Once you have your bridal pictionary words sorted, fold them up and place them into a hat or bowl. Place this hat/bowl next to some textas, pens and a stack of paper.
Ensure that the paper is displayed so that everyone at the party can see what is being drawn (e.g. attached to an easel, blutacked to the wall, etc.)
Now the fun really begins... it's game time!
To play, start by splitting guests into two teams.
Flip a coin to see which team draws first, with the winners picking themselves a 'drawer' (that is, the first person who gets to make their way to the front, randomly grab a pictionary word from the hat/bowl, and attempt to draw what is written).
To get the game underway (and as briefly mentioned above), it is the drawers job to quickly sketch the phrase/object written on her chosen card. However, she cannot, no matter how hard it may be, talk while her masterpiece takes form!
Whilst she's busily drawing away, the rest of her team-members must try their hardest to guess what the phrase/object is. But this is where it gets hard... the drawing and the guessing must happen within one minute.
Once the buzzer goes, that round is done and dusted. If the team managed to guess the picture correctly before the timer went off, they receive one point. If they didn't, no points are assigned and it's the next team's turn to take the plate.
Teams continue to take it in turns demonstrating their drawing abilities (a new drawer is selected each time) until you either run out of cards or call it a day. The team with the most points at the end of the bridal shower pictionary game, wins!
EXTRA TIPS FOR THIS BRIDAL SHOWER PICTIONARY GAME
BEST PICTURE
Rather than tossing each picture straight into the recycling bin, why not display your masterpieces like the beautiful art they are?! Attach them with little pegs to string and hang across a wall/between trees. Guests and bride-to-be can then vote for their favourite/funniest/worst drawing overall (anonymously, of course!). The person who wins their category receives a prize!
ACT IT OUT
Take this game up a notch! If teams fail to guess the word/phrase being drawn within the time limit, half of that team (i.e. Team A) must make their way to the front and act it out as a group (like charades)! If their remaining team members can guess what is being acted out in front of them, within 30 seconds, they still get one point for the round! Whilst this is all happening, Team B can simply take a seat and enjoy the show... until the buzzer goes and it's potentially their turn to perform!
Rather than tossing each picture straight into the recycling bin, why not display your masterpieces like the beautiful art they are?! Attach them with little pegs to string and hang across a wall/between trees. Guests and bride-to-be can then vote for their favourite/funniest/worst drawing overall (anonymously, of course!). The person who wins their category receives a prize!
ACT IT OUT
Take this game up a notch! If teams fail to guess the word/phrase being drawn within the time limit, half of that team (i.e. Team A) must make their way to the front and act it out as a group (like charades)! If their remaining team members can guess what is being acted out in front of them, within 30 seconds, they still get one point for the round! Whilst this is all happening, Team B can simply take a seat and enjoy the show... until the buzzer goes and it's potentially their turn to perform!
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If you enjoyed the bridal shower pictionary ideas above, you will LOVE the 40+ game ideas in the following article! With a range of fun, unique, cheeky and sweet game ideas, there are options for all sorts of events and personalities. Click here and enjoy!
ENJOY YOUR GAME OF BRIDAL PICTIONARY!
I would love to hear about your experience with 'Bridal Pictionary'! If you would like to share how you played (e.g. if you had different rules/tips) or what your guests thought of this wonderful bridal shower game, please let us know via the comments section below or social media!
Much love, keep smiling - Bec x
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Much love, keep smiling - Bec x
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AUTHOR: BEC OF 'FOR EVERY HEN'
So you’re hosting a Kitchen Tea for your best friend/sibling and cannot wait to start planning! Which begs the question... where exactly do you start your planning? And what exactly do you need to plan for? Jam packed full of amazing Kitchen Tea ideas, this article 100% has your back! From those early chats with the bride-to-be, right through to the activities and games; everything you need to know about hosting a memorable Kitchen Tea is outlined below!
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So you’re hosting a Kitchen Tea for your best friend/sibling and cannot wait to start planning! Which begs the question... where exactly do you start your planning? And what exactly do you need to plan for? Jam packed full of amazing Kitchen Tea ideas, this article 100% has your back! From those early chats with the bride-to-be, right through to the activities and games; everything you need to know about hosting a memorable Kitchen Tea is outlined below!
THIS ARTICLE MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS, WHICH MEANS WE MAY RECEIVE A COMMISSION, AT NO EXTRA COST TO YOU, IF YOU MAKE A PURCHASE THROUGH A LINK. PLEASE SEE OUR DISCLAIMER FOR MORE INFO.
START YOUR KITCHEN TEA PLANNING EARLY
The best tip I can give you is to start your planning early! Whilst it may not appear to be, organising a Kitchen Tea is quite the job. Every task, no matter how big or small, adds up. Meaning if you want to create a beautiful, thoughtful event, you will need to put in the time and effort.
CATCH UP WITH THE BRIDE
Before you start to plan anything it’s a great idea to have a chat with your beautiful bride to make sure you’re both on the same page. At your catch up, it’s important to get an idea of the following:
WHAT TYPE OF CELEBRATION IS SHE REALLY AFTER?
Before you go ahead and plan an incredibly beautiful kitchen tea, make sure it’s what she really wants! You don’t want to go to all of this effort only to find out that she was hoping for a bridal shower, or even a hen’s party.
WHEN DOES SHE WANT TO HAVE THE KITCHEN TEA?
Once you’ve established the fact that it’s a Kitchen Tea she’s after, it’s time to work out a date! It’s best to let your bride-to-be pick a day and time that suits her.
On the one hand, wedding planning is HUGE so she’s likely to be pretty busy in the lead-up to her special day (meaning hosting the Kitchen Tea at least two weeks before her nuptials is ideal). On the other hand, if you host the event closer to her wedding, it’s more likely that guests from out of town will be able to attend.
Let her weigh up the pros and cons of each scenario, and come to a decision that works best for her situation. Then pop it in the calendar!
WHO DOES SHE WANT TO INVITE?
Traditionally, a Kitchen Tea is reserved for female friends and family members; but in this day and age there’s no reason close male friend/s and family can’t attend as well (if the bride-to-be wishes, of course!). A Kitchen Tea is also the perfect type of celebration for all generations, with grandmothers and children alike finding it an enjoyable occasion.
With all of this in mind, it’s best to have your bride-to-be write out a guest list for you. This means that everyone she wants to share this special day with has the opportunity to attend!
WHAT TYPE OF CELEBRATION IS SHE REALLY AFTER?
Before you go ahead and plan an incredibly beautiful kitchen tea, make sure it’s what she really wants! You don’t want to go to all of this effort only to find out that she was hoping for a bridal shower, or even a hen’s party.
WHEN DOES SHE WANT TO HAVE THE KITCHEN TEA?
Once you’ve established the fact that it’s a Kitchen Tea she’s after, it’s time to work out a date! It’s best to let your bride-to-be pick a day and time that suits her.
On the one hand, wedding planning is HUGE so she’s likely to be pretty busy in the lead-up to her special day (meaning hosting the Kitchen Tea at least two weeks before her nuptials is ideal). On the other hand, if you host the event closer to her wedding, it’s more likely that guests from out of town will be able to attend.
Let her weigh up the pros and cons of each scenario, and come to a decision that works best for her situation. Then pop it in the calendar!
WHO DOES SHE WANT TO INVITE?
Traditionally, a Kitchen Tea is reserved for female friends and family members; but in this day and age there’s no reason close male friend/s and family can’t attend as well (if the bride-to-be wishes, of course!). A Kitchen Tea is also the perfect type of celebration for all generations, with grandmothers and children alike finding it an enjoyable occasion.
With all of this in mind, it’s best to have your bride-to-be write out a guest list for you. This means that everyone she wants to share this special day with has the opportunity to attend!
SAVE THE DATE!
★Click here to view a selection of fun ‘Save the Date’ E-vites★
Woohoo! It's time to put the word out to those lucky enough to score an invite! By sending out a ‘Save the Date’ early you’re giving everyone a greater chance of being able to attend (babysitters can be organised, work can be moved around, etc.).
Woohoo! It's time to put the word out to those lucky enough to score an invite! By sending out a ‘Save the Date’ early you’re giving everyone a greater chance of being able to attend (babysitters can be organised, work can be moved around, etc.).
Share the upcoming special date with your bride-to-be’s guest list via digital E-vite (you can find some fun options by clicking here), email, physical post or even a Facebook event page and get everyone pumped for what will be an incredibly fun day!
START BRAINSTORMING
Thanks to your new intel (from the bride-to-be herself!), you now know when the party will be, who is invited, and the fact that it’s a Kitchen Tea she’s after. With this information at hand, it’s now time to move to the next stage of your planning – brainstorming!
If you haven’t already, get in touch with the other bridesmaids (and/or family members who are helping to plan the Kitchen Tea). An email thread or group conversation on Facebook is a great way to connect with each other and share Kitchen Tea ideas.
Chat about everything from themes, games, activities, food, drinks and gift ideas through to prizes, favours and special ways to personalise the day (e.g. by ordering bunches of her favourite flowers to use as part of the decorations). By putting your heads together you’ll be able to come up with an event tailored to your bride-to-be; one that is well thought out, meaningful and so special!
Tip: there is some great inspiration (everything from activities to favours) further down in this article!
If you haven’t already, get in touch with the other bridesmaids (and/or family members who are helping to plan the Kitchen Tea). An email thread or group conversation on Facebook is a great way to connect with each other and share Kitchen Tea ideas.
Chat about everything from themes, games, activities, food, drinks and gift ideas through to prizes, favours and special ways to personalise the day (e.g. by ordering bunches of her favourite flowers to use as part of the decorations). By putting your heads together you’ll be able to come up with an event tailored to your bride-to-be; one that is well thought out, meaningful and so special!
Tip: there is some great inspiration (everything from activities to favours) further down in this article!
SET A BUDGET
Now that you have a few ideas rolling around, it’s time to set a budget (a realistic one!). Unlike hen parties, guests attending a Kitchen Tea or Bridal Shower aren’t asked to make a monetary donation towards the day (because gift giving is involved). Rather, the host pays for it all.
It’s important to keep this detail in mind; you don’t want to stretch yourself financially. That being said, the overall costs can be split between bridesmaids and/or family members if they are helping to host the event.
It’s important to keep this detail in mind; you don’t want to stretch yourself financially. That being said, the overall costs can be split between bridesmaids and/or family members if they are helping to host the event.
DECIDE ON A LOCATION
Despite the name suggesting that a Kitchen Tea is to be held in, well, a kitchen, when it comes to the venue, the possibilities are pretty endless!
Depending on your budget, a Kitchen Tea could be held at a home (bridesmaids, Maid of Honour, or Mother of the Bride’s houses are all fabulous options) or a hired venue. You could also book a table at your bride-to-be’s favourite cafe/restaurant, or venture into the outdoors; hosting the celebration at a park, near the beach, in the forest, or in a backyard.
Depending on your budget, a Kitchen Tea could be held at a home (bridesmaids, Maid of Honour, or Mother of the Bride’s houses are all fabulous options) or a hired venue. You could also book a table at your bride-to-be’s favourite cafe/restaurant, or venture into the outdoors; hosting the celebration at a park, near the beach, in the forest, or in a backyard.
SET A THEME
Not essential, but definitely an exciting little surprise for guests and bride-to-be alike! Sweet and classy Kitchen Tea themes such as Mad Hatter Tea Party, Boho, Vintage, White, Her Favourite Colour, Pastels, Fairytale, Handmade, Flowers, Winter, Summer or even Tropical are all popular options. Keep it simple and elegant, with a touch of fun!
Tip: I personally find it easier to decorate when I have a theme in mind. It doesn't have to be anything elaborate. Even picking a few colours (e.g. white, light pink and light purple) makes everything so much easier.
This doesn't mean you go all out in the decor department (because sometimes less really is more). It just means that when you're choosing bunches of flowers, for instance, you stick to that same colour palette (white, light pink and light purple). Everything will flow nicely that way.
Tip: I personally find it easier to decorate when I have a theme in mind. It doesn't have to be anything elaborate. Even picking a few colours (e.g. white, light pink and light purple) makes everything so much easier.
This doesn't mean you go all out in the decor department (because sometimes less really is more). It just means that when you're choosing bunches of flowers, for instance, you stick to that same colour palette (white, light pink and light purple). Everything will flow nicely that way.
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SURPRISE THE BRIDE WITH A KITCHEN TEA ACTIVITY
Just because it’s not a hen party doesn’t mean you can’t surprise your beautiful girl with a sweet activity or two! Below are some of our favourite options (many of which slot in perfectly with the overall ‘Kitchen’ theme!):
BAKING PARTY
Kitchen Teas are all about sharing knowledge with others. One of the best ways to do this is by sharing a family recipe and baking it all-together!
A special bonding experience (especially if this is a recipe passed down through many generations) that results in good food and conversation (because, you have to eat what you make!). Working as a group, wine in hand, learning new tricks and creating a delicious feast – it’s bound to be one memorable experience.
BEAUTIFUL BOUQUETS
Fill a cart or table with an assortment of beautiful flowers. At some point during the day, announce to the party that it’s time get creative. Draw their attention to the flowers and explain that they aren’t just for decoration – they are, in fact, an activity!
Ask guests to make their way to the table and pick out a few of their favourite blooms. Once everyone has a handful of flowers, it’s time to gather around the kitchen table. Bring out craft supplies such as scissors, ribbons and twine so that each guest can then create their very own take-home ‘wedding bouquets’! A fun activity and favour all in one.
Tip: if you want to make a lasting bouquet, consider using dried flowers rather than fresh!
BISCUIT DECORATING
A wonderful Kitchen Tea activity that any age can (and will) enjoy! Make sure you have enough edible decorations (such as sprinkles, icing in a range of colours, shaved chocolate, etc.) for all; then watch in awe as plain biscuits are transformed into heavenly treats before your eyes.
You could even make a little competition out of it, requesting guests create ‘wedding themed’ biscuits; handing out a special prize for the masterpiece judged ‘most creative’ by the bride-to-be!
CUPCAKE DRESSES
Similar to above, but rather than sticking to the general ‘wedding’ theme, this time make the rules a little stricter!
Provide guests with piping bags, icing and edible decorations; then leave them to create cute wedding dresses on top of their cupcakes. Take it one step further by printing off small images of your bride-to-be’s face and sticking them to the top of toothpicks. Carefully place these picks into the ‘cupcake dresses’; demonstrating how b-e-a-utiful your bride would look in these sweet-as-can-be outfits on her wedding day!
Side note: This activity could also be used as a cheeky competition - chosen by your bride-to-be, the top 'fashion designer' wins a prize!
EDIBLE KITCHEN GARDEN
Why not help your bride-to-be set up an edible garden for the kitchen by organising a bit of a herb planting sesh?!
Set up a table filled with pots, herb seeds (or starter plants), soil, gloves and small shovels. From here, it’s up to guests (and the bride) to get their hands dirty. And the best part about this activity? These mini herb gardens provide entertainment AND a lasting favour all in one!
HIRE A CARICATURE ARTIST
For a kitchen tea with a very unique twist, why not invest some coin in having a caricature artist come to the party? The bride-to-be along with each of her guests will have the opportunity to be sketched; resulting in gifts/favours that will be forever treasured! It also provides MANY giggles, oohs and ahhs as those watching on see the caricature of their friend come to life in real time!
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LIVE MUSIC
If your bestie enjoys nothing more than hitting up the gig scene, or sitting back and listening to some chilled out tunes, incorporate her love for music by hiring a local musician to entertain. The mix of acoustic melodies, good food, good people and good wine is a recipe for success.
SPLURGE ON PROFESSIONAL CHEFS
If you have cash to splash, there is also the option of hosting a cooking class. Either hire a personal chef to cook restaurant quality food for guests in your home (everyone can watch on and learn some sneaky tricks of the trade at the same time!), or take part in a cooking class at a dedicated venue (whereby guests create their own meals, before sitting down and eating their concoctions together).
SPOIL HER WITH A TIME CAPSULE
Help your best friend and her husband celebrate their one year wedding anniversary with a sweet time capsule. To organise, you’ll need to prepare guests before the celebration by asking them to do one or more of the following:
BAKING PARTY
Kitchen Teas are all about sharing knowledge with others. One of the best ways to do this is by sharing a family recipe and baking it all-together!
A special bonding experience (especially if this is a recipe passed down through many generations) that results in good food and conversation (because, you have to eat what you make!). Working as a group, wine in hand, learning new tricks and creating a delicious feast – it’s bound to be one memorable experience.
BEAUTIFUL BOUQUETS
Fill a cart or table with an assortment of beautiful flowers. At some point during the day, announce to the party that it’s time get creative. Draw their attention to the flowers and explain that they aren’t just for decoration – they are, in fact, an activity!
Ask guests to make their way to the table and pick out a few of their favourite blooms. Once everyone has a handful of flowers, it’s time to gather around the kitchen table. Bring out craft supplies such as scissors, ribbons and twine so that each guest can then create their very own take-home ‘wedding bouquets’! A fun activity and favour all in one.
Tip: if you want to make a lasting bouquet, consider using dried flowers rather than fresh!
BISCUIT DECORATING
A wonderful Kitchen Tea activity that any age can (and will) enjoy! Make sure you have enough edible decorations (such as sprinkles, icing in a range of colours, shaved chocolate, etc.) for all; then watch in awe as plain biscuits are transformed into heavenly treats before your eyes.
You could even make a little competition out of it, requesting guests create ‘wedding themed’ biscuits; handing out a special prize for the masterpiece judged ‘most creative’ by the bride-to-be!
CUPCAKE DRESSES
Similar to above, but rather than sticking to the general ‘wedding’ theme, this time make the rules a little stricter!
Provide guests with piping bags, icing and edible decorations; then leave them to create cute wedding dresses on top of their cupcakes. Take it one step further by printing off small images of your bride-to-be’s face and sticking them to the top of toothpicks. Carefully place these picks into the ‘cupcake dresses’; demonstrating how b-e-a-utiful your bride would look in these sweet-as-can-be outfits on her wedding day!
Side note: This activity could also be used as a cheeky competition - chosen by your bride-to-be, the top 'fashion designer' wins a prize!
EDIBLE KITCHEN GARDEN
Why not help your bride-to-be set up an edible garden for the kitchen by organising a bit of a herb planting sesh?!
Set up a table filled with pots, herb seeds (or starter plants), soil, gloves and small shovels. From here, it’s up to guests (and the bride) to get their hands dirty. And the best part about this activity? These mini herb gardens provide entertainment AND a lasting favour all in one!
HIRE A CARICATURE ARTIST
For a kitchen tea with a very unique twist, why not invest some coin in having a caricature artist come to the party? The bride-to-be along with each of her guests will have the opportunity to be sketched; resulting in gifts/favours that will be forever treasured! It also provides MANY giggles, oohs and ahhs as those watching on see the caricature of their friend come to life in real time!
>>> RELATED ARTICLE: HAVING A CARICATURE ARTIST AT YOUR PARTY <<<
LIVE MUSIC
If your bestie enjoys nothing more than hitting up the gig scene, or sitting back and listening to some chilled out tunes, incorporate her love for music by hiring a local musician to entertain. The mix of acoustic melodies, good food, good people and good wine is a recipe for success.
SPLURGE ON PROFESSIONAL CHEFS
If you have cash to splash, there is also the option of hosting a cooking class. Either hire a personal chef to cook restaurant quality food for guests in your home (everyone can watch on and learn some sneaky tricks of the trade at the same time!), or take part in a cooking class at a dedicated venue (whereby guests create their own meals, before sitting down and eating their concoctions together).
SPOIL HER WITH A TIME CAPSULE
Help your best friend and her husband celebrate their one year wedding anniversary with a sweet time capsule. To organise, you’ll need to prepare guests before the celebration by asking them to do one or more of the following:
- Bring an additional, small, wrapped gift to the Kitchen Tea (a unique kitchen utensil, for example)
- Write down date night ideas for the happy couple to complete during their second year of marriage
- Write down memories you have of the couple (e.g. what happened the first time you met them)
- Wishes for the bride and her husband
- Recipes for a happy marriage
- Special recipes the couple can cook together
- A memento of their friendship with the couple (e.g. photos from years ago)
- A surprise (this can be anything the guest wishes to write/bring)
Ask everyone to add their goodies to the ‘time capsule’ box as they arrive (or throughout the party).
Seal the box once the celebration has wrapped up and gift to your best friend. Make sure you give her strict instructions NOT to open it before her wedding anniversary! If she doesn’t think she’ll last, keep it at your place and gift it to her one year later – what a beautiful surprise it will be!
Seal the box once the celebration has wrapped up and gift to your best friend. Make sure you give her strict instructions NOT to open it before her wedding anniversary! If she doesn’t think she’ll last, keep it at your place and gift it to her one year later – what a beautiful surprise it will be!
SEND YOUR KITCHEN TEA INVITATIONS
Now that you have an idea of where the celebration will be, whether or not it will be themed, and what (if any) activities you'll be participating in, it's time to tell the guests! When putting your Kitcen Tea invitations together, make sure you include the following points:
- What the event is, and who it's for
- The date of the celebration and the time it will start (you may wish to include an approximate end time as well)
- Where the event will be held (house, cafe, restaurant, garden)
- Whether or not the Kitchen Tea details on this invite are to be kept a secret from the bride-to-be - meaning you can surprise her on her special day!
- Whether or not guests have to bring anything (i.e. a kitchen gift for the bride-to-be, notes for the time capsule, etc.)
- RSVP date and time, alongside your phone number and email
If you decide to do one or two activities and wish to let the guests in on these plans, don't forget to put this information on the invites too. For example, if you're hiring a musician for the day, let guests know when the performance will start so that everyone arrives in plenty of time.
That being said, it can be fun to surprise guests as well - imagine arriving at a celebration and, surprise, finding live acoustic music in the lounge-room!
That being said, it can be fun to surprise guests as well - imagine arriving at a celebration and, surprise, finding live acoustic music in the lounge-room!
PLAY SOME GAMES FOR A KITCHEN TEA
Whether they’re used as ice-breakers or to add a bit of lighthearted fun to the day, having a few Kitchen Tea games up your sleeve is definitely a must!
BRIDAL TRIVIA
Create your very own trivia game, based entirely on your best friend! To organise, have a chat with your bride-to-be about her fun, weird, interesting and silly quirks (the ones she’s happy to share), and make up questions to go along with her answers.
At the Kitchen Tea, separate guests into groups and, one by one, make your way through each of your pre-written questions. The team who gets the most correct win a prize!
HE SAID SHE SAID
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First things first – you need to come up with some super cute couple questions to ask the bride and groom! These can be anything from ‘who met the future in-laws first’ to ‘who proposed?’. Tailor these to your friends as best you can. Print off your questions and head on over to your fave couples house; asking them to fill out their answers.
At the party, hand each guest (or team) a piece of paper and a pen. Now, slowly read out the questions to the group; asking players to write down their answers as you go. When you’ve finished, have your bride-to-be read out the actual answers. One point is awarded for every correct answer; with the person/team receiving the most points at the end being the winner/s.
>>> RELATED ARTICLE: HOW TO PLAY THE ULTIMATE 'HE SAID SHE SAID' GAME <<<
KITCHEN TEA BINGO
★Click here to download your FREE Kitchen Tea Bingo playing cards★
Start by clicking here and printing off enough of these FREE bingo cards for each guest.
When it comes to playing time, ask each party-goer to fill in the blank squares with gifts they think the bride-to-be will receive. As your beautiful bride opens her presents, guests must watch on closely and cross off any gifts that they wrote down before the game started. First to get five in a row (and yell 'BINGO') wins!
MR & MRS QUIZ
This game requires a little bit of organisation (but it is definitely worth it!). A few weeks before the party, ask the soon-to-be husband to answer some questions about himself, his soon-to-be bride, and their relationship. When coming up with these questions, be mindful of the guest list at this Kitchen Tea and the age of guests attending. Keep it classy and fun!
On the day of the Kitchen Tea, sit your beautiful bride-to-be down and, one by one, ask her the very same questions. See how many the couple answer the same!
Tip: Film the groom answering each question. You can then play each of his answers back on the TV after your bride has given her answer. This is a sweet way to tell the party whether or not she was correct.
RECIPES FOR A HAPPY MARRIAGE
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This sweet game (that doubles as a keepsake for the bride-to-be!) can be played in one of two ways:
★Click here for ‘Recipe Card’ inspiration★
This sweet game (that doubles as a keepsake for the bride-to-be!) can be played in one of two ways:
- Set out a bunch of wooden spoons and permanent markers next to a printed/framed sign (saying something along the lines of “please write your recipe for a happy marriage on a wooden spoon!” - That's not very creative by me, but you get the gist!).
- Place a bunch of homemade ‘recipe cards’ (i.e. a page with the heading ‘recipe’ followed by empty lines) next to a box or chest. Once again, set up a sign letting guests know what to do (e.g. “please share your favourite recipe for a happy marriage”).
From here it’s up to guests to share their words of wisdom. At the end of the celebration, your bride-to-be can take home and read these ‘recipes’ in the lead-up to her special day!
WHAT AGE WAS THE BRIDE?
★Click here to view a selection of beautiful ‘What Age was the Bride?’ playing cards★
★Click here to view a selection of beautiful ‘What Age was the Bride?’ playing cards★
This is such a cute game! To get it ready, print off at least 5 photos of your bride-to-be from different points in her life. Be sure to write down her correct age in each photo and keep these little details in a safe place (you will need to know this information on the day of her Kitchen Tea!). Display these pictures as you wish (stick to the wall, frame each photo individually, frame photos as a collage, pin to a pinboard, etc.). When it comes time to play, ask each of the girls to guess what age they think the bride-to-be was in the photographs. The person who gets the most right wins!
Tip: This game can also be played with photographs from the bride and groom’s relationship. Guests can then guess the order these big (or small) events in their lives happened or where they were when the photo was taken. Alternatively, Share photos of baby husband and baby wife – guests have to try and guess which baby is which!
For 20 more kitchen tea game ideas, click here!
For 20 more kitchen tea game ideas, click here!
OTHER KITCHEN TEA IDEAS
MAKE YOUR BEST FRIEND FEEL EXTRA SPECIAL
This Kitchen Tea is all about celebrating your best friend – so making her feel special is a must!
There are so many ways you can do this; from playing her favourite music, decorating with her favourite flowers and/or creating thoughtful keepsakes, to serving her favourite foods and supplying her favourite drink/s. You could also surprise her by bringing a theme to life that she absolutely adores, or by organising an extra special group gift – something she’s always spoken about but never actually owned.
It’s the little things that really count – the thoughtful touches that will mean the world to her. So put your heads together and come up with ways to wow her. It doesn’t have to be expensive; it just has to be her!
This Kitchen Tea is all about celebrating your best friend – so making her feel special is a must!
There are so many ways you can do this; from playing her favourite music, decorating with her favourite flowers and/or creating thoughtful keepsakes, to serving her favourite foods and supplying her favourite drink/s. You could also surprise her by bringing a theme to life that she absolutely adores, or by organising an extra special group gift – something she’s always spoken about but never actually owned.
It’s the little things that really count – the thoughtful touches that will mean the world to her. So put your heads together and come up with ways to wow her. It doesn’t have to be expensive; it just has to be her!
DECORATE LIKE A PRO!
When it comes to decor, you can have so much fun! Whether you go for a themed celebration (as mentioned earlier), stick to an overall ‘Kitchen’ vibe, or simply place a few stunning bunches of flowers around; you really can’t go wrong! To help get you inspired, we’ve shared some of our favourite Kitchen Tea decoration ideas below:
When it comes to decor, you can have so much fun! Whether you go for a themed celebration (as mentioned earlier), stick to an overall ‘Kitchen’ vibe, or simply place a few stunning bunches of flowers around; you really can’t go wrong! To help get you inspired, we’ve shared some of our favourite Kitchen Tea decoration ideas below:
ADD COLOUR WITH FLOWERS
when it comes to decorations, flowers are the BEST! Stunning, elegant and colourful, these beauties come in all shapes and sizes (and can be displayed in a range of fun ways, too!). For inspiration when it comes to floral decor, click here.
COUNT DOWN TO THE WEDDING
Using a blackboard or large sign, build excitement by highlighting how little time is left before the big day! E.g. ’14 days until she says ‘I Do’!’
FUNNY FACES
Help guests tell their glasses/champagne flutes apart in the best kind of way by printing off (at the smallest photo size possible) a range of funny (and nice) images of your bride-to-be.
Now for the fun part! Attach one photo per glass (that is, every single glass/champagne flute has it's own individual image of the bride attached to the stem or handle. A hole punch and some twine is an easy way to get this done).
Party-goers will have a great time checking out each other's images AND they won't forget which cup is theirs!
KITCHEN UTENSILS
Want the Kitchen Tea to be stunning, different and memorable? Why not use kitchen utensils as they've never been used before!
Fill teapots and teacups with flowers, use cheese graters as candle covers, place floating candles in wine glasses, fill the bowl of a mix master with floral bunches, etc.
Mixing a couple of these eccentric decorations into the day will not only create a fun vibe, but will also continue the Kitchen Tea theme no matter what your location may be (garden, lounge room, etc.).
TEA TIN VASES
For a unique twist on floral decor, why not dig out some old (washed!) tea tins and fill them with stunning blooms? This not only brings the ‘Kitchen Tea’ theme to life, but also makes for a fun talking point.
THE CARDBOARD GROOM
After some funny photo ops? A hilarious way to surprise the bride-to-be? Why not invest in a life-size cutout of the groom?!
WEDDING PHOTOS
Add a sweet, personal touch to the celebration by incorporating old wedding photos. Parents of the bride, parents of the groom, grandparents, etc. These could be framed or placed neatly in a photo album (with a special space at the beginning saved for your bride-to-be!).
If you're after some stunning eco-decor ideas for your Kitchen Tea celebration, click here.
when it comes to decorations, flowers are the BEST! Stunning, elegant and colourful, these beauties come in all shapes and sizes (and can be displayed in a range of fun ways, too!). For inspiration when it comes to floral decor, click here.
COUNT DOWN TO THE WEDDING
Using a blackboard or large sign, build excitement by highlighting how little time is left before the big day! E.g. ’14 days until she says ‘I Do’!’
FUNNY FACES
Help guests tell their glasses/champagne flutes apart in the best kind of way by printing off (at the smallest photo size possible) a range of funny (and nice) images of your bride-to-be.
Now for the fun part! Attach one photo per glass (that is, every single glass/champagne flute has it's own individual image of the bride attached to the stem or handle. A hole punch and some twine is an easy way to get this done).
Party-goers will have a great time checking out each other's images AND they won't forget which cup is theirs!
KITCHEN UTENSILS
Want the Kitchen Tea to be stunning, different and memorable? Why not use kitchen utensils as they've never been used before!
Fill teapots and teacups with flowers, use cheese graters as candle covers, place floating candles in wine glasses, fill the bowl of a mix master with floral bunches, etc.
Mixing a couple of these eccentric decorations into the day will not only create a fun vibe, but will also continue the Kitchen Tea theme no matter what your location may be (garden, lounge room, etc.).
TEA TIN VASES
For a unique twist on floral decor, why not dig out some old (washed!) tea tins and fill them with stunning blooms? This not only brings the ‘Kitchen Tea’ theme to life, but also makes for a fun talking point.
THE CARDBOARD GROOM
After some funny photo ops? A hilarious way to surprise the bride-to-be? Why not invest in a life-size cutout of the groom?!
WEDDING PHOTOS
Add a sweet, personal touch to the celebration by incorporating old wedding photos. Parents of the bride, parents of the groom, grandparents, etc. These could be framed or placed neatly in a photo album (with a special space at the beginning saved for your bride-to-be!).
If you're after some stunning eco-decor ideas for your Kitchen Tea celebration, click here.
KITCHEN TEA FAVOUR IDEAS
If you would like to give your guests a little something at the end of the celebration, check out the following ideas:
If you would like to give your guests a little something at the end of the celebration, check out the following ideas:
BAKED GOODS
Whether you whip up some delicious baked goods on your own, or order from one of the local bake houses, goodies such as cookies, cupcakes, mini cakes, chocolates and more make for beautiful (and mouth-watering!) favour ideas. Pack neatly in little bags or boxes for extra style.
COOKIE CUTTER SET
Coming in a range of shapes and sizes, you can get your hands on cookie cutter sets for just about any theme/occasion! A fun Kitchen Tea favour that’s also extremely handy in the home, cookie cutter sets are something your lucky guests can use again and again for many years to come!
Whether you whip up some delicious baked goods on your own, or order from one of the local bake houses, goodies such as cookies, cupcakes, mini cakes, chocolates and more make for beautiful (and mouth-watering!) favour ideas. Pack neatly in little bags or boxes for extra style.
COOKIE CUTTER SET
Coming in a range of shapes and sizes, you can get your hands on cookie cutter sets for just about any theme/occasion! A fun Kitchen Tea favour that’s also extremely handy in the home, cookie cutter sets are something your lucky guests can use again and again for many years to come!
EDIBLE PLANTS/SEEDS
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Help guests create their own little kitchen garden by gifting either mini plant or seed pack favours! Thoughtful, eco-friendly, long-lasting and useful, these edible blooms make such a wonderful gift! Whether they are herbs, vegetables or fruits, party-goers are bound to be excited by the thought of adding to their indoor (or outdoor) gardens.
★Click to view gorgeous seed pack favours★
Help guests create their own little kitchen garden by gifting either mini plant or seed pack favours! Thoughtful, eco-friendly, long-lasting and useful, these edible blooms make such a wonderful gift! Whether they are herbs, vegetables or fruits, party-goers are bound to be excited by the thought of adding to their indoor (or outdoor) gardens.
ENGRAVED WOODEN SPOONS
★Click to view some gorgeous, personalized wooden spoons★
It’s safe to say that wooden spoons are a well-used kitchen utensil – which also makes them a fabulous favour idea! But rather than handing out plain wooden spoons that can be picked up at any cooking store, why not make things a little more special and have each spoon engraved? From quotes to sweet messages, there are many ways to bring the fun to your Kitchen Tea with these divine (and useful) favours!
★Click to view some gorgeous, personalized wooden spoons★
It’s safe to say that wooden spoons are a well-used kitchen utensil – which also makes them a fabulous favour idea! But rather than handing out plain wooden spoons that can be picked up at any cooking store, why not make things a little more special and have each spoon engraved? From quotes to sweet messages, there are many ways to bring the fun to your Kitchen Tea with these divine (and useful) favours!
FLOWER BOUQUETS
Typically the bride-to-be gives away her bouquet at the wedding, so this is a fun little twist on tradition that the girls will love. For a bouquet that lasts, we recommend using dried flowers rather than fresh.
TEA CUP SUCCULENTS
Head on down to your local op shop and find yourself some pretty tea cups! Fill each of these little beauties with succulents and soil; then finish off your favour by attaching a name tag to the handle. Living favours with a unique twist – everyone will love them!
Typically the bride-to-be gives away her bouquet at the wedding, so this is a fun little twist on tradition that the girls will love. For a bouquet that lasts, we recommend using dried flowers rather than fresh.
TEA CUP SUCCULENTS
Head on down to your local op shop and find yourself some pretty tea cups! Fill each of these little beauties with succulents and soil; then finish off your favour by attaching a name tag to the handle. Living favours with a unique twist – everyone will love them!
After more Kitchen Tea favour inspiration? Check out the following two articles:
RELATED KITCHEN TEA ARTICLE
If you loved the Kitchen Tea ideas mentioned above, you may also enjoy the following article! Blasting any confusion you may have had, here you will learn exactly what the differences are between a Kitchen Tea, Bridal Shower and Hen's Party (plus fun ways to combine two celebrations if your bride-to-be is after a little bit of everything!). Click here to learn more now.
If you loved the Kitchen Tea ideas mentioned above, you may also enjoy the following article! Blasting any confusion you may have had, here you will learn exactly what the differences are between a Kitchen Tea, Bridal Shower and Hen's Party (plus fun ways to combine two celebrations if your bride-to-be is after a little bit of everything!). Click here to learn more now.
FINAL THOUGHTS ON PLANNING A KITCHEN TEA
Phew! That was a lot of info to digest, but hopefully it will make your planning that little bit easier (and a lot more fun!). I'll keep adding to this article as more ideas come to mind. Likewise, if I've missed any inspiration you feel others would LOVE, please don't hesitate to share your thoughts via the comments section below or on our socials (AUS Facebook Group | Worldwide Facebook Group | Pinterest).
Cheers to a wonderful Kitchen Tea (planned to a tee!).
Much love, keep smiling - Bec x
Cheers to a wonderful Kitchen Tea (planned to a tee!).
Much love, keep smiling - Bec x
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AUTHOR: KELLY OF 'LITTLE MISS PARTY PLANNER'
Your best friend, sister or family member is getting married, how exciting! Now the fun part starts, planning her last night out with the ladies before she makes it official. But where to start? What to do? How to plan it? First you will need to sit down with the other bridesmaids and brainstorm. Really dig deep on your hen’s hobbies and the things she loves (extra bridesmaid brownie points if you plan a party doing something she ADORES). And if a boho picnic with friends happens to be that special ‘something’, follow the steps below.
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Your best friend, sister or family member is getting married, how exciting! Now the fun part starts, planning her last night out with the ladies before she makes it official. But where to start? What to do? How to plan it? First you will need to sit down with the other bridesmaids and brainstorm. Really dig deep on your hen’s hobbies and the things she loves (extra bridesmaid brownie points if you plan a party doing something she ADORES). And if a boho picnic with friends happens to be that special ‘something’, follow the steps below.
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STEP 1: THE DATE
Find a date in the calendar close to the wedding but not too close. Make sure your hen and her family are available.
STEP 2: THE LOCATION
Find a suitable location to picnic. This can be a house, hotel room, park, beach or garden. Make sure you have parking options, toilets close by and chairs for the elderly if Nan is coming.
Handy hint: Check with the local council that picnics are ok; the last thing you need is a ranger telling you to move on!
Handy hint: Check with the local council that picnics are ok; the last thing you need is a ranger telling you to move on!
STEP 3: BACK UP PLAN
Find a wet weather option as a back up JUST IN CASE. A house or private venue that can be hired is perfect for this.
STEP 4: THE INVITATIONS
Plan the invites. We love online invitations - Etsy for printable/emailable downloads or Paperless Post are our go-to options.
Must haves on the invites include date, time, location, price, RSVP date, and your contact number/email address. If you’re having a theme (such as boho) or want your guests to dress in a particular way (e.g. all in white) make sure you include this information as well.
Handy hint: Book an after party. Have a venue in mind, a dinner reservation or a house with drinks waiting for the hens who want to continue.
Must haves on the invites include date, time, location, price, RSVP date, and your contact number/email address. If you’re having a theme (such as boho) or want your guests to dress in a particular way (e.g. all in white) make sure you include this information as well.
Handy hint: Book an after party. Have a venue in mind, a dinner reservation or a house with drinks waiting for the hens who want to continue.
STEP 5: FOOD & DRINKS
Plan the food and drink. Antipasto platters are our go-to food suggestions. They look the part, they fill hungry bellies and they are very social - no need for plates and cutlery. Getting a cake or a plate of sweets is also a must if the bride-to-be likes sweet stuff.
For drinks, we recommend bubbles or a punch, plus a few non alcoholic options. Any drinks that are easy to make onsite and can be offered via jugs or a drink dispenser are great. Boho cups or mason jars with reusable straws are also a must to compliment the overall theme.
For drinks, we recommend bubbles or a punch, plus a few non alcoholic options. Any drinks that are easy to make onsite and can be offered via jugs or a drink dispenser are great. Boho cups or mason jars with reusable straws are also a must to compliment the overall theme.
STEP 6: THE SET UP
First, decide if you’re matching the bride-to-be wedding theme, or creating your own unique style with a set colour scheme. Use Pinterest for Bohspiration here. Once you have your inspiration, it’s time to organize the items to bring it all together. To set up your gorgeous boho picnic you will need:
- Pallets or low boho tables to create the mood.
- Lots of rugs in different shades, styles and textures. Mixing rather than matching is key here to create those soft boho vibes.
- Blankets/throws and accessories.
- A selection of pillows and ottomans in different shades, styles and textures.
- Styling items for the table. Pretty and soft or boho and vintage.
- Flowers… lots of flowers. Flowers bring any event to life. Fresh if your budget allows, but fake can work just as well.
- A boho picnic is not complete without a mini drinks station for the thirsty hens.
- Lastly, add some lighting, a small teepee and even some baskets with plants or macramé to add extra value to the area.
- Oh and don’t forget cups for your bubbles, platters for your food, and ice for your drinks!
STEP 7: GET EXCITED
The day has arrived and the bride-to-be can’t wait. Tell her where to go, what to wear and to get excited!
STEP 8: BOHO PICNIC TIME
Picnic time! Have fun, plan some games and make sure the bride-to-be gets waited on hand and foot all day.
STEP 9: PACK UP
Once the picnic is finished, make sure someone’s car is close by to start the pack down. Don’t forget your bin bags to dispose of all the rubbish/bottles!
ARTICLE RELATED TO BOHO PICNIC PARTIES:
If you're keen on hosting a boho picnic party and want to DIY your own grazing platter/table, check out this wonderful 'how to' blog! With easy step-by-step instructions, this article outlines how to make three awesome grazing platters for your next celebration. Click here to read more!
If you're keen on hosting a boho picnic party and want to DIY your own grazing platter/table, check out this wonderful 'how to' blog! With easy step-by-step instructions, this article outlines how to make three awesome grazing platters for your next celebration. Click here to read more!
AUTHOR BIO - LITTLE MISS PARTY PLANNER
INTIMATE BOHO PICNIC PACKAGES FOR BRIDAL SHOWERS, HEN PARTIES & MORE
Little Miss Party Planner makes it easy to plan an intimate boho hens/bridal shower with their gorgeous picnic packages. These picnics can be set up in almost any accessible location (think of the possibilities!) and can also be fully catered (although a DIY option is also available if you wish to bring your own food!). Boho tables, rugs, cushions, styling, set-up, pack down and the removal of rubbish is included in all packages.
Little Miss Party Planner makes it easy to plan an intimate boho hens/bridal shower with their gorgeous picnic packages. These picnics can be set up in almost any accessible location (think of the possibilities!) and can also be fully catered (although a DIY option is also available if you wish to bring your own food!). Boho tables, rugs, cushions, styling, set-up, pack down and the removal of rubbish is included in all packages.
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