Wedding Planning • 08/14/2025
How to Make Crafty Bridal Shower Favors
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It’s so flattering to be showered with gifts and love at any shower. Bridal showers are the best because you get to celebrate with a bigger group than your bachelorette party.
While you are supposed to be the center of attention, it’s nice to give something back to your guests. It’s even better if your favors have a personalized touch. Learn how to gift some crafty bridal shower favors that your guests can treasure for years to come.
Crafty Activities For Fun
Incorporating crafts into your bridal shower is an excellent way to have your guests join in on the fun. Your guests will love making something they can personalize and take with them. Like games at your bridal shower, crafts can break the ice for guests who aren’t acquainted. Here are some easy DIYs you can do at the party.
Flower Crowns
Get an array of faux flower stems and allow guests to choose their favorites. Attach the flowers to a wire using floral tape and finish off with some ribbon.
Painted Wine Glasses
Hit up your local thrift store and buy some wine glasses for your guests to paint. This activity works great because guests can paint the glasses in a way that matches their personal aesthetic.
Floral Arrangements
Instead of buying flowers for table decor, have your attendees put together their own bouquets. You can buy bunches of flowers in bulk and have guests create their own arrangements.
Crafty Bridal Shower Favors To Gift
If you would rather gift your friends and family with a bridal shower favor that requires no effort on their part, consider crafting up something for them. There are some simple options available that are super cute that your guests will be sure to love.
Homemade Scented Candles
Pick up a candle-making kit and get creative with custom scents. You can also make your own labels with the bridal shower date, each guest’s name or a cute wedding pun.
Handwritten Notes
Writing a thank-you note means a lot to your family and friends. You can go a step further by painting or drawing a design on the card.
Framed Photos
Gifting a framed picture of you with each invitee is sure to be a tear-jerker moment during your bridal shower. You can get thrifty by searching for unique secondhand frames, or buy plain frames to paint or decorate with stickers.
Crafty Favors To Purchase
If you aren’t a crafty person or don’t have the time to plan activities or make favors yourself, there are plenty of options that you can purchase instead.
Specialty Soap
A bar of soap is a perfect practical gift that people are sure to use. Finding a handmade soap company with unique scents will make the favor extra special.
Custom Stickers
If you like creating digital designs, consider drawing up a cute logo for your wedding and ordering custom stickers. You could incorporate your wedding colors, flowers or other seasonal elements to reflect your special day.
Bracelet Making Supplies
If you want to send your guests home with an activity, buy some friendship bracelet materials and put together gift bags. You might include a selection of beads, fun charms and a chain or string.
How to Choose the Best Favor for Your Bridal Shower
Your guests will likely love anything you give them, but here are some questions to ask when deciding what to choose:
- What goes best with my wedding theme?
- What do I have time to make?
- What works best with my budget?
- Do my guests enjoy crafts? Or would they rather play games and chat instead?
- What will people use most?
Should I Make My Own Bridal Shower Favors?
DIY favors are not the best option for everyone. If you are a fan of arts and crafts, creating your own favors may be right up your alley. However, if you’re not naturally drawn to DIY projects, don’t waste your energy on it.
You might also have family and friends who would enjoy helping you create the favors. You don’t need to do it all by yourself!
Bridal Shower Appreciation
Crafty bridal shower favors can be a fun surprise for your guests, and a unique alternative to the stereotypical gift ideas. While favors are not required at a bridal shower, many people enjoy showing appreciation for their friends and loved ones.
Whether you plan a DIY activity for the party or craft your own gifts, your bridal shower is sure to be a memorable day.
Originally Published 2/18/2023 – Updated 8/14/2025
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