48" round table
Seats 6, 30" high
$12.65each
Bridal showers & brunches idea
Garden tea party shower
A garden tea party bridal shower uses rounds with floral centrepieces, cups and saucers, tiered cake stands and pastel linens. It's a classic daytime look for 20 to 60 guests.
The look
Palette and decor
- Mismatched florals
- Tiered cake stands
- Pastel linens
- Lace runners
Setup ideas
How to set it up
Rounds of six on the lawn under a canopy, tea station in the shade.
48-inch rounds for intimate tables, dessert table along the wall.
Activities and games
Things for guests to do
Tea tasting
Urns of hot water and a tray of teas.
Rent: Coffee urn ($27.50), Serving tray / platter ($5.50)
Hat contest
Guests wear their best garden hat.
DIY: no rental needed
Props and DIY
What to buy or make
- Assorted teas
- Garden hats
- Recipe cards for the couple
These aren't rentals: they're the finishing touches most hosts buy or make.
Rent the look
Rentals for a garden tea party shower
Quantities shown for 40 guests. In the planner they adjust to your guest count, and you can change or remove anything.
× 7 for 40 guests. Intimate rounds of six.
Coffee cup & saucer
7 oz white china
$0.72set
× 40 for 40 guests. Cup and saucer per guest.
Cake stand
Silver, gold or glass pedestal
$5.50each
× 3 for 40 guests. Tiered treats.
Coffee urn
100-cup percolator
$27.50each
× 1 for 40 guests. Hot water for tea.
White resin garden chair
Padded resin folding chair, 17.5"W
$4.95each
× 40 for 40 guests. Garden chairs.
These add-ons for 40 guests, before delivery, setup and tax
$359.35
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Questions
Garden tea party shower FAQs
What size tables for a tea party?
48-inch rounds seat four to six and feel more intimate than 60-inch rounds.
What linens look best for a bridal shower?
Floor-length white or blush cloths with a contrasting runner photograph well. Sequin overlays add sparkle for an evening shower.
How many glasses do I need for a mimosa bar?
Plan two flutes per guest for a two-hour brunch if glasses are not washed during the party.
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Last updated 2026-11-03.
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