How Should You Set a Table for a Bridal Shower?
One way to ensure a bridal shower runs smoothly is to set the table properly. Because most bridal showers serve snacks instead of meals, you do not need to do a formal place setting. The plates, cups and silverware can all sit on the food table. Each table can be set with items the guests need during the shower, plus some type of décor. It also helps to have snacks on the tables for the guests to munch on during games or presents.
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Things You'll Need
- Tablecloth
- Vase
- Flowers
- Wedding shower-themed confetti
- Name cards
- Ball-point pen
- Bowls
- Nuts, candy and other snack items
- Pens, paper or other game supplies
Instructions
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Cover the table with cloth. Run your palms over the tablecloth to smooth out wrinkles. Gently tug on the ends to make it even. The ends hanging off the table should be even on all sides.
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Fill a vase 1/3 full of water. Place the vase in the center of the table. The vase not only adds aesthetic, but also prevents the tablecloth from sliding off the table. Put flowers in the vase. Use any type of flowers you want. For example; pair tulips with daisies that match the wedding colors. Or choose the bride's favorite flower.
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Scatter confetti over the tablecloth. Party supply stores sell various types of confetti for bridal showers. Some types contain wedding-themed items, like cakes or bride and groom cutouts, while other types use phrases like "Just Married" or "I Do."
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Write the name of each guest on the name card. If a guest shares a name with someone else, add the first letter of their last name to the card. Place one card at each chair around the table. Arrange the cards so people who know who sits with them. Also, keep the bridal party together.
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Place three to four bowls around the vase. Fill each bowl with nuts, candy or other finger snacks. Chocolate-coated candies, mixed nuts, pretzels and crackers work well.
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Place paper, pens, note cards and other game supplies at each seat. This way, you do not have to worry about passing out the items later. Turn papers with games printed on them, like wedding word scrambles, face-down so guests are less likely to look at them.
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Tips & Warnings
Set up the tables one hour before the shower starts, so you aren't rushing to finish if guests arrive early.
Use disposable tablecloths for easy cleanup.
