Favorite of the Week

The Gal Pals are having a milestone year—one full of joy, celebration, and love. Both Sue and Karen have children getting married, and the excitement is bubbling over like champagne in vintage glasses..

This past weekend, Karen hosted a bridal shower for her daughter, whose wedding is coming up in September. The theme? An English Garden Party—a nod to tradition, beauty, and the treasured women who came before. It was more than a party; it was a memory in the making, rooted in family history.

The inspiration for the shower came from Karen’s mother’s cherished collection of Hall teapots—elegant, classic, and each with its own story to tell. These teapots became the heart of the décor, transformed into centerpieces overflowing with fresh flowers, nestled among lace edged tablecloths..

But what truly made the day shimmer was the Depression glass. Plates, pitchers, and bowls in a rainbow of soft hues—pink, green, amber, and blue—adorned the tables. No two pieces were alike, yet together they formed a harmonious patchwork of color and nostalgia. These pieces, once humble tokens of hope during the Great Depression, now stood proud and beautiful—symbols of resilience, joy, and the enduring power of gathering together.

Guests ate from teacups filled with individual charcuterie, wandered among the garden blooms, and admired the delicate glassware that caught the sunlight just right. Every detail carried meaning—each plate and pitcher a piece of the past, lovingly carried into the present.

And as laughter filled the air and generations of women came together to celebrate love and legacy, it was clear: this wasn’t just a bridal shower. It was a tribute to family, to friendship, and to the quiet beauty found in the things we pass down and hold dear.