Hosting a Budget-Friendly Galentine's Day Brunch: A Dollar Tree Delight
Are you a fan of saving money, hosting gatherings, and sharing deep belly laughs with your friends?
If so, join me as I share how I curated a memorable Galentine's Day brunch for nine girlfriends—all on a budget.
Walking into Dollar Tree, I stumbled upon a treasure trove of Valentine's Day-themed merchandise—think pink, red, and iridescent delights. With sustainability in mind, I grabbed heart-shaped doilies, ribbon, and tablecloths to set the stage for our gathering.
Rummaging through my hosting closet (aka cardboard boxes in my office), I unearthed a thrifted floral ceramic vase, brass candlestick holders, and serving platters. Plus, Xo Fetti gifted me adorable pink coupe glasses, which I adorned with white and gold-striped ribbon bows for an upscale touch.
The key to craftiness on a budget? Creativity—and my trusty hot glue gun. I whipped up heart garlands using ribbon and doilies in a pink, white, and red pattern, transforming the space in under 10 minutes. I’ve linked for you all the items I sourced here!
With the decor set, I turned my attention to the brunch spread. Aldi's, my go-to budget-friendly grocery store, provided everything I needed. For less than $75, I served up mini quiches, sausage links, bacon, a DIY yogurt parfait bar, mini bagels with whipped cream cheese, and delectable pastries and fresh berries, complemented by alcoholic and non-alcoholic mimosas.
As someone who's sober curious, I always prioritize a standout non-alcoholic drink. Alongside traditional mimosas, I offered NA wine, Rose, and Prosecco options. My favorite place to buy NA options is Boisson.
After filling our bellies, we indulged in a craft session—bringing the trending charm bracelet making to our brunch. Amazon made it easy to source supplies, and we had a blast selecting charms that reflected our individual personalities. With mimosas flowing, we capped off the day with a game of "Whose Most Likely To," sharing laughs and memories.
In just a week, I transformed my space, shopped, crafted, and cleaned to host an unforgettable Galentine's Day brunch for ten—proving that creating cherished memories doesn't have to break the bank.
