Top 5 reasons to do a Paint and Sip at home for your Bridal Shower

A paint’n’sip is the perfect blend of creativity, laughter, and celebration along with using time wisely. Guests are given all the art materials to make their beautiful watercolour creation, sip their favourite drinks, while enjoying each other’s company. And the best part? You don’t need to book a fancy venue to pull it off. Hosting an Untangle with Watercolour party at home is intimate, cost-effective, and offers a level of comfort that other bridal shower venues simply can’t do.

Here are the TOP 5 REASONS to host a paint and sip at your home for your bridal shower.

1. The Comfort and Intimacy of Home

Bridal showers are about celebrating love with those who matter most, and there’s something special about gathering in the cozy, familiar environment of someone’s home. Unlike renting a function space or café, a paint’n’sip at home feels warm and personal. Guests can settle in on comfy chairs, enjoy the familiar surroundings, and relax without the formalities of a venue. Home-hosted events also eliminate the pressure of timelines—there’s no strict start or finish time, and you’re free to let the celebration unfold naturally.

The bride-to-be will feel especially spoiled knowing her loved ones went the extra mile to create a private, personalized celebration in such a heartfelt space.

2. A Cost-Effective Bridal Shower Idea

Let’s face it—weddings are expensive, and bridal showers can quickly add to the tab. By hosting a Untangle with Watercolour party at home, you can create a stunning, engaging event without breaking the bank. There is no costly rentals or function fees. You’re in control of the menu, whether it’s grazing platters, homemade cocktails, or catered finger foods. Repurpose decorations from home or DIY them to suit your theme.

Mrs Red supplies everything for the watercolour celebration, right down to white tablecloths! The space needed to host an Untangle with Watercolour is flat tables, just like if you were hosting a dinner party. All paints and water buckets are shared and everyone is working on A4 sized watercolour paper. This way, you’re not compromising on professionalism, but you’re still saving compared to booking out a commercial venue. For brides and bridesmaids working on a budget, this is one of the smartest bridal shower ideas around.

Typically, nobody eats whilst the painting is in progress, so you can save on catering costs by having quick nibbles before everyone sits down and then having something more substantial afterwards.

3. Tailor the Theme to Your Bride’s Personality

One of the best parts about an at-home paint’n’sip bridal shower is the flexibility to customize everything. You’re not locked into a venue’s rules or limited menu options—you call the shots. Think about the bride’s personality - is she romantic, elegant, bold, fun or sentimental? There are 12 designs to choose from! Everyone has to do the same design but the colours can vary and they do. It is quite amazing to see how the same design can look so different when everyone puts their personality into it.

You can also match the paint party setup to the rest of the shower: boho picnic rugs for a laid-back vibe afterwards, sparkling fairy lights for evening glamour, or rustic timber tables for a farmhouse feel. And the best part? Every guest leaves with a painting they created—a built-in keepsake that typically ends up framed an on the wall.

4. Built-In Entertainment Without the Stress

Organizing bridal shower games can be stressful, especially when you’re trying to please guests of all ages. Mrs Red's Untangle with Watercolour celebrations, at home solves this by being the entertainment centerpiece of the event.It can be the perfect icebreaker as guests who don’t know each other bond over painting. There is a relaxed structure as the art class provides a flow to the day without being rigid. Plus there is less planning pressure and you don’t need to come up with multiple games—painting is the main activity.

And because Mrs Red keeps everyone on track, the host and bride-to-be can relax and enjoy the fun. Instead of juggling entertainment logistics, you can sip champagne alongside your besties, laugh with friends, and watch the creativity unfold.

5. Create Meaningful Memories and Keepsakes

A paint’n’sip party offers something far more meaningful for guests to leave with - handmade artwork that everyone proudly takes home. Every time someone looks at their painting, they’ll remember the joy and laughter of that day. For the bride, this keepsake is even more special—she’ll cherish the memory of everyone creating side by side in her honour.

Some brides even like to collect the group’s finished artworks to display at the wedding reception, or photograph everyone holding their artworks for a creative addition to the wedding album. It’s not just an activity—it’s a memory that continues to bring joy for years.

You don’t need a mansion to host a paint and sip at home. Australians now live with large open spaces so moving the dining table into another room is usually easy and can all be transformed into mini art studios with a little creativity. Plus watercolour artworks are relatively mess free. No need for easels or acrylic paint dropping onto the floor. It is very contained to the table.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for bridal shower ideas that blend fun, creativity, and intimacy, then an Untangle with Watercolour celebration at home is the perfect choice. It’s cost-effective, stress-free, and offers lasting memories for everyone involved.

From beautiful designs to meaningful keepsakes, hosting a watercolour paint party in your home transforms a bridal shower into something extraordinary. It’s not just an activity—it’s a celebration of love, laughter, and connection.

So, pop the bubbly, let Mrs Red set the table and let your family room or backyard become the most colourful venue in town. Your bride-to-be will thank you, and your guests will be talking about it long after the wedding!