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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 21 MIN

Ditch the Boring Favors! Custom Hats are an Interactive Wedding Experience

from The Wedding Dish · host Sara Alepin

This week, we're swapping out the usual centerpiece talk for a dose of personalized fun with Shannon McAllister of Happy Dance Hat Bar! Shannon brings her interactive, mobile hat-making experience to weddings and events, transforming a simple favor into a memorable activity. Grab a seat as we dish on: Why a customized Hat Bar is the ultimate, unique, and personalized alternative to traditional wedding favors. How Shannon’s background in corporate event planning inspired this creative wedding concept. Ideas for incorporating the hat bar into every part of your wedding weekend—from the engagement party and bachelorette/bachelor party to the rehearsal dinner or even the post-wedding brunch. Tips for using custom patches and designs to align the hats with your wedding theme, colors, and unique personalities. How hands-on, personalized activities ensure your guests feel included, engaged, and leave with a truly unforgettable keepsake! This episode is packed with joyful inspiration for couples looking to add a playful and interactive element to their celebration. Listen now and get ready to do the "happy dance!" Guest: Shannon McAllister, Happy Dance Hat Bar Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com! This episode is brought to you by... Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot. District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease! 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly. Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount) Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.  

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