People get tired of the same thing. Summer is wedding season, and a person might attend several bridal showers each month. Why not mix things up and give them something to look forward to? Sweeten the celebration by catering ice cream.
A person can create a theme when they cater ice cream to your bridal shower. The hostess can send out invitations, choose coordinated decor, and send guests home with delicious favors. The following ideas serve as a starting point for anyone who wants to host a bridal shower that truly stands out and is memorable for all the right reasons.
Invitations
Send out invitations in pastel colors that feature an ice cream cone melting away, and suggest they respond quickly so they don’t miss out on the fun. Let guests know that ice cream will be catered, and they are welcome to bring their favorite toppings to share. Don’t forget to include the details on this invitation that is sure to attract the attention of anyone who sees it.
Decorations
Choose decorations in pastel colors that evoke thoughts of ice cream. A balloon garland with a giant ice cream cone cutout serves as an excellent starting point for these decorations. Signs that relate love to ice cream will be a big hit, such as a sign that declares, “Love is Sweet.”
Extend the theme to the tables. Use waffle cones as vases and fill them with flowers. Decorate the tables with sprinkle-shaped confetti, and place the signs mentioned above on the food stations and tables. Purchase tablecloths that resemble an ice cream cone at the bottom and melting ice cream at the top. Add some pastel-colored streamers and the decorations will be set.
Ice Cream Bar
Set up an ice cream bar with the catered flavors and toppings and leave space for the toppings guests bring. Consider ordering custom sprinkles to match the color scheme. Personalized spoons, colorful bowls, and fun napkins add to the festivities.
Drinks
Ice cream floats are another offering the hostess should consider. Have orange soda on hand to make a creamsicle, or purchase pineapple and soda for a tropical berry drink. Root beer should be available for those who want classic ice cream floats. Offer a wide variety of beverages, including a selection of alcoholic options.
Games
Guess How Many Kisses is a fun game to play as guests arrive. Place personalized Hershey’s Kisses in a jar and have each guest guess how many candies are inside. The person with the closest guess wins a prize, and the Kisses can then be used as a topping at the ice cream bar.
Have a separate jar that resembles an ice cream cone. Ask guests to write their best marriage tips on a card. Place the cards in the cone for the bride to open later.
Prizes
Bridal shower prizes should fit with the theme. Provide winners with ice cream place settings or a toppings kit. A quality ice cream scoop or gift certificate for ice cream that they can use later will also be appreciated.
Favors
Every guest should go home with something that will remind them of the shower. However, many people don’t want another item in their house. Why not give them something they can enjoy without adding stuff to their homes? All will love a pint of ice cream that they can enjoy later.
Every bride will enjoy an ice-cream-themed bridal shower. Everyone is invited to gather, enjoy a delicious treat, and spend time celebrating this momentous occasion. Use the ideas above to begin planning this shower and expand them to fit her personality. Everyone who attends the shower will be impressed with the planning and thought that went into hosting this special event.
