Games That Put A Tear In Your Eye

What would a bridal shower be without a few tears of emotion and happy sentiments? Whether it is the bride shedding a tear at all the love being showered upon her, or the bride’s mother at seeing her little girl all grown up. Here are some games that tell the bride how special she is. Keep a box of tissues and some waterproof mascara handy since everyone will be dabbing their eyes.

Sentimental Bridal Shower Game #1: Happy Memories

Get everyone to sit around in a circle so that they can all see each other and especially the bride. Then one at a time everyone states the first time they met the bride and what they remember of her. Or a cherished memory they have of times shared with the bride. The memory must be special and unique. This is a really great way to make the bride feel extra special on her bridal shower. However, be prepared for some tears!

Sentimental Bridal Shower Game #2: Candles & Wishes

Get a bunch of candles and give one to each guest. Make everyone stand in a circle with the bride in the center. Light the bride’s candle. As the bride stands in front of each guest, let her say something special to her. It could be a special message, best wishes or just good marriage advice. Once the person has finished the bride can light her candle. Once everyone’s candles have been lit you can all say a prayer for the bride to have a happy future. Variation: Instead of or along with lighting the candles you as the host of the bridal shower can also take a book and write down all the messages as each person is saying them. This becomes a great keepsake book for the bride for the years to come.

Sentimental Bridal Shower Game #3: Best Wishes Quilt

Try this game only if you are good at quilting or know someone who is and will do the job for you. Send each guest a request to make one square of a specific dimension for the bride’s quilt and get it to the shower. On the square they can paint, write or embroider a special message for the bride. They can also use ribbons, buttons and appliqués. Present each square to the bride at the bridal shower from all her friends. Then you as the host can take all the squares and make them into a quilt for the bride to use. Present it to the couple on their wedding day from all the bride’s friends. This will be a gift the bride will cherish forever!

Copyright Andrea R. Britt, 2005. All rights reserved.