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Party Planning Made Easy!
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1. Who will plan the Bridal Shower?
Generally the host of the party is the maid of honor or brides maid. The bride should work with the brides maid in planning the details.
2. Guest List
Organize your guest list by asking the bride, bride's mother, and the groom's mother who they would like to invite to the shower. Typically, a bridal shower is a "girl's only" shower. After you have a guest list, it will be easier to plan a budget. Remember, do not invite anyone who that teh bride is not planning on inviting to the wedding.
3. Budget
The maid os honor and/or brides maid and mother of the bride are traditionally responsible for the expenses. I personally recommend that an estimate be made, with the entire bridal party and mother of the bride equally sharing expenses.
4. Select the date and location
Select a location that will accomodate the guests, the bride, and the needs of the size of the party. If you are planning a theme, consider this when planning the location. The bridal shower is normally around 6 - 8 weeks before the wedding. Try to make the time and day convenient for wveryone.
5. Selecting the menu
You should consider the time of day as well as the number of guests. If you are having a theme, your menu should reflect the theme, I recommend keeping it simple. Sandwiches such as chicken salad sandwiches or a deli tray are easy and economical. Have some side dishes: pasta salad, macaroni salad, potato salad and/or rigitoni. Don't just have punch. Be sure to have soda pop and coffee. I also recommend having some kind of dessert. Buy a personalized cake at a minimum. Make cookies too!
7. Decorations and games
Don't forget to plan 2 - 3 "fun" bridal shower games. Remember to buy around 20 or more small gift prize worth no more than $1 - $2 each. A great way to make gift opening more fun is to have a timer set for every 3 minutes or whatever time limit you choose. Whosever gift is being opened when teh timer goes off, wins a prize. How much decorations you choose is completely up to you. Don't forget the party favors. Don't forget to take lot's of pictures. If you have someone who can do a video, that would be great too!
From: Cherubs-N-Chocolate by Susan
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