A Brief Guide To Hosting a Memorable DIY Bridal Shower On a Budget

Being the maid of honor or bridesmaid, you are probably in charge of quite a few things, including throwing a bridal shower. If you want to plan an Instagram-worthy bridal shower for your bestie, we’ve got just the idea for you- a DIY party. Instead of a boring brunch, you can make this day even more unforgettable by planning a few fun activities for the bride and the guests. 

Here’s everything you need to know about throwing a memorable DIY bridal shower. 

Decide a Budget

Traditionally, the host is expected to pay for the bridal shower. So before you pick the date or book the venue, you should decide the budget. We would also like to emphasize that there is no shame in asking other bridesmaids to chip in. The bride-to-be will love your efforts, no matter the size of the party.

Pick a Date

It would be best to pick a date that falls at least a few months before the big day. As far as the planning is concerned, you should start four to six months before the wedding. This will ensure the bride has enough time to focus on urgent wedding-related matters.

Get Others Involved

Throwing a party, no matter how big or small takes a lot of time and effort. Just because you are the maid of honor, doesn’t mean you have to do it all alone. Ask other bridesmaids and the bride’s family to lend you a helping hand. 

Prepare the Guest List

Preparing the guest list is one of the most important tasks of any party. Forgetting to invite the bride’s mother like Monica from Friends did, is the last thing you want to do. And you also don’t want to invite random work colleagues the bride barely knows. 

It would be best to talk to the bride when you’re making the guest list. If it’s a surprise, then ask her sister or any other close family member or friends for help.

Find a Venue

Once you’ve picked the date and finalized the guest list, it’s time to think about the venue. However, if you’re on a tight budget, hosting a bridal shower at home is not a bad idea. If you or one of your friends have a nice terrace space, you can think about planning a lovely alfresco party. Otherwise, a spacious living room is more than enough. 

Choose a Theme

Now it’s time to choose a theme, and there are several options available. First, you can pick a color palette for the decorations and define the dress code. It’s a fun idea to ask the guests to wear a specific color so that the limelight is on the bride’s unique outfit. 

Gather Supplies

Next, we move on to the main attraction of the event- DIY. Set up tables where guests can sit and enjoy an evening of crafting. Candle making is a great activity that’s not too difficult or time-consuming. You will have to buy candle wax, wicks, jars, fragrance oils, double boiler pots, dye, and chopsticks or skewer sticks. 

Food & Drinks

Since it’s a DIY party, it is best to stick to hors d’oeuvre and cheese platters rather than a proper sit-down meal. You should also set up a drinks station with wine, cocktails, and mocktails, where guests can serve themselves. 

Party Favors

The best part about throwing a DIY party is that you don’t have to worry about party favors. The guests can take their DIY creations home, which is a lovely memento of the evening. 

Make It a Surprise

If you want to make the bridal shower extra special, you can make it a surprise party. There’s no doubt that planning a surprise is tricky, but it’s absolutely worth the effort.