Showering Ashley

Over the weekend we hosted a bridal shower for one of my oldest friends. Ashley and I have known each other since we were five years old, which means we've been friends for twenty years!! Ashley and her man knew each other prior to dating, but made it official while basking in the sunshine of Cedar Island at my 17th Birthday party.  To continue their beachy relationship, the couple is getting hitched in the Dominican Republic in May! I can't wait to celebrate some of my closest friends in the tropics.

Nell (bridesmaid and hostess), Ashley (the bride to be) and myself at age 6!

Most of the super cute decor came from Table Seven Antiques in Norfolk. I found the paper straws, silver wine glasses, chalk board paper, chevron table runner, engagement ring napkin holders (they stand up, so we used them to hold the food signs!), and vintage bride and groom picks.  This shop has everything for a perfect party!  Table Seven was recently featured in the latest issue of Vow Magazine.  I made the garland out of tissue paper and twine. Super easy and a great addition.

Chalk board paper table runner. Silver wine glasses. Chevron and striped paper straws

Wine and Sangria!

Crockpot Queso

You will need:

1 block of Velveeta cheese

1 pound of cook ground sausage

2 cans of Rotel tomatoes, drained

Combine all ingredients and heat on high, stirring every 10 minutes, until mixture is melted. Then put crockpot on the low or warm setting and serve with your favorite tortilla chips!

Vintage inspired Bride and Groom picks

Sangria

You will need:
One large bottle of Moscato
Two liter of Diet Cherry 7-up
One liter of Club Soda
One can of frozen lemonade concentrate
Sliced fresh fruit (lemons and strawberries)

Pour together all ingredients into a large pitcher or carafe. Give it a few big stirs until the concentrate is dissolved. Serve over ice, and in our case with a paper straw!

Cupcakes from Carolina Cupcakery. Brownies from Costco.

Mac N Cheese Cups

Mac N Cheese Cups, SO YUMMY!

(makes 48)

You will need:

Two boxes of your favorite Mac N Cheese (I used Velveeta Shells and Cheese)

2 eggs

Cayenne Pepper

Bread Crumbs

Garlic Salt

Parmesan Cheese

Make Mac N Cheese according to package. Return to the pot and add two eggs, some bread crumbs and the seasonings. As much as you desire! Grease a mini muffin tin and sprinkle with cheese and breadcrumbs. Spoon in the Mac N Cheese mixture and top with more cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake for 15 minutes on 410 degrees.  Let cool for a few minutes and then pop them out with a spoon. Delicious and easy appetizer!

Some of the food spread

Meatball Sliders

You will need:

One package of frozen meatballs (or homemade!)

1 jar of marinara sauce

Mozzarella Cheese

Hawaiian rolls

Combine meatballs and sauce in a large pot and heat over medium until hot. In the mean time, open the rolls and toast in the oven for 3 minutes. Take out of the oven and place a piece of cheese on each roll. Top with a meatball and some sauce. You're done! 

More food!

Caprese Skewers

You will need:

Fresh baby spinach

Grape tomatoes

Fresh mozzarella pearls

Dried basil or Italian seasoning

Balsamic glaze

Toothpicks or skewers

Skewer together the first three ingredients in any order you would like. Sprinkle the skewers with seasonings and then drizzle with balsamic glaze. Enjoy!