Monday, August 19, 2013

Bridal Shower II

This past weekend, my mom and I hosted a bridal shower for my cousin.  I am an only child so my cousin is like a little sister to me.  Her and my aunt threw my surprise bridal shower about three years ago so it was an honor to return the favor. 

My first post on this blog was about the bridal shower I threw for my best friend.  I learned how to make things more efficient and easier on myself.  Instead of making egg salad and tuna salad, I made more chicken salad (add lemon juice to the recipe) and smoked salmon, cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches. 


 

 
I made a Greek salad, couscous salad and antipasto/caprese kabobs.
 


...and bought brie from Sam's Club


My OCD therapy was wrapping plastic ware in napkins and making centerpieces from mason jars.


 
 
Recipe cards were sent with the invitations and were asked to bring back a recipe to be collected in a box for the bride.  In return, guests left with tea bags and rock candy pops.

 
My aunt made the cakes.  Aren't they beautiful?