An easy and inexpensive bridal shower gift that will leave a bride-to-be with some much-needed kitchen supplies.
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I’m not sure why, but whenever I’m invited to a bridal or wedding shower, I have this desire to do something homemade. It usually ends up stressing me out, and I wish that I had just bought something instead.
A few weeks ago, I was invited to a double-bridal shower for two of my dear, freshman roommates. These girls are some of the sweetest and most fun girls I know, and I was so excited to attend! A few days before, Forrest said, “You aren’t going to make anything, right?” and at that point, I wasn’t. However, as I started looking at Pinterest, that desire to create snuck up on me, and a little while later, I had grand plans for the gift. I wanted something that was useful and fun, but wasn’t too expensive.
To make this you need:
1 white poster board
1 poster board in matching color
1 pot holder (with front pocket)
2 matching dish towels
1 matching dish cloth
Matching Ribbon
Newspaper
Chip and dip bowl (Found at dollar tree) or something similar
Variety of kitchen supplies and tools — I used: Slow cooker liners, method dish soap, air freshener, spatula, vegetable scrubber/peeler, spoon rest, kitchen scissors, cookie mix, cream of mushroom soup, and jello
I went to Target and the Dollar Tree to buy all this stuff. The dish towels happened to be on sale, which I was so excited about because they were SO cute. The oven mitts I bought are my favorite kind that my mom bought me last year. The slow cooker liners were bought there as well, but everything else came from my own pantry or the Dollar Tree!
First, open your dish and fold it in half length-wise. Lay it on top of the white posterboard and cut it to be approximately the same size.
Katie is a Colorado-native, BYU graduated, and most importantly, wife to one and mother to three beautiful boys. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others – especially about pregnancy, breastfeeding, cooking, and crafts. She is currently training to be a Certified Lactation Educator. She loves spending time with her family and helping others find joy in family life.
Anne @ Unique Gifter says
What a cute project! I’ve never heard of slow cooker liners before… sounds like something I should investigate, as I bet they make cleaning up a million times better than my standard “leave it in the sink soaking forever” technique.
Katie says
Thank you! They truly make using a crock pot even easier, and simpler! I don’t know what I’d do without them.
Rachel Willis says
So much more personal that you made it. Super cute, too!
Jennifer Hughes says
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Heather King says
This is such a cute idea! I love making homemade gifts for showers-it means so much more!
Kristalyn says
Those turned out so cute! I have got to try that dish soap you guys are always talking about! 🙂
bitsybet says
Great gift ideaq! How about a bathroom trash can or a bucket instead of the posterboard cylinder? Will have to keep this in mind for future shower/housewarming gift ideas.
Katie Clark says
That’s a great idea! I used the cylinder so I could put it over the center of the dip portion of the bowl I was using, but if you use a bowl that doesn’t have anything in the center, that would be a perfect idea…and more functional in the future!