C's Bridal Shower

Last Saturday afternoon, we threw a bridal shower for my future sister-in-law C!  With the cooperation of her bridesmaid Karianne, we planned a tea party with a few games and presents.  I was kind of worried because I didn't really know anyone, few guests cancelled last minute, and we had different groups of friends coming.  Luckily, everyone got along famously and it ended up being so much fun!  I hope everyone had fun and can't wait to see everyone at the wedding!

The blushing bride, C:

Bridesmaid Karianne, and friends Ngozi and Adrienne:

The spread, including cauliflower-carmelized onion tart, salad, grape salsa on crostini, cucumber and smoked salmon tea sandwiches, apple tart and strawberries with fresh whipped cream.  Also, various teas and drinks.  Thanks to my cousin S who helped me chop, chop, chop!

Cutest idea I got from a wedding blog.  Aren't the mugs cute?  (They may mysteriously reappear at the wedding!)

Playing "how old is C in this picture?" (thanks Christina for the idea!)  My favorite comment while playing this game was, "hey, C's not even in this picture!"  hehe...pretty funny...

Playing the celebrity spouse game: We had to match up celebrities with their spouses.  It was harder than I thought it would be!  Great job, Karianne!

C got lots of pretty (and pretty scandalous) gifts!  Thanks, everyone!

I was so happy that everyone came and C had a great time.  =)  Even the little nazi in me was happy.  After almost everyone left, I realized that I forgot to give them their favors!  Sorry!!  Not sure what actually happened to the favors as I passed out and by the time I woke up, the kitchen was sparkling clean and everyone was gone!  Either I have really nice mice a la Cinderella, or C and her friends left me a clean kitchen!  Anyways, glad C had fun and it's over!  See you all at the wedding!