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You can copy this easy to follow guideline that I used for planning some of my friends' bridal showers …

Six to Eight Weeks Before the Shower

• Set the time and date
• If you are planning on hosting the event at a restaurant or club, be sure to reserve the date
• Get the cater's information if you are planning on using one
• Prepare guest list. Be sure to get assistance from other friends and family members if it is a surprise shower.
• Choose a theme
• Think about decoration ideas
• Decide on the games that will be played, if you decide to have games
• Start preparing the invitation (whether by making them or purchasing them)

Four to Six Weeks Before the event

• Start searching for anything you may need to borrow or rent for the event
• Shop for your gift before you forget due to the hectic planning schedule
• Have an idea of ​​the menu. If it is a family or group effort, ask people what they will be willing to contribute.
• Send the invitations including RSVP
• If you will be rewarding persons for participating in the games, be sure to know what the prizes will be and start shopping for them
• If it is a formal party you may purchase place cards to be filled out nearer to the time of the party

Two to Three Weeks Before Event

• Wrap your gift so as not to forget due to planning
• Purchase and wrap favors for guests (if you will be having favors)
• Ensure that you have enough wrapping paper in stock just in case you have people with last minute gifts
• Start gathering your decorations by either making or purchasing them
• Put your shopping list together for the ingredients you will be using to prepare the food. (if using a caterer you will not need a list)
• Contact the caterers if it is being catered
• Make contact with friends who will be bringing food
• If the shower is being held at a restaurant or club, confirm reservations
• Check tables and chairs to ensure your properly stocked
• Inspect table cloths and napkins
• Check the quantity and quality of the serving dishes and utensils
• Make plans for space to be used to play games

Final Week Of Planning a Bridal Shower

• Call persons who did not respond to the invitation
• Fill in the place cards for those attending
• DO a final check of the recipes and get all the other ingredients that were not purchased
• Items that can be prepared and frozen should be done now
• Ask neighbors and friends to store some of the frozen foods for you if you need extra storage space
• Get to cleaning. Have your house or destination cleaned
• prepare what you will be wearing

One Day Before the Shower

• Inspect the venue for any minor cleaning details
• Ensure you have sufficient ice
• Set up a gift table
• Get some plastic garbage bags ready for trash
• Have someone write a list of the gifts and whoave them
• Get extra chairs if needed
• Arrange for the delivery or pick up of the flowers
• Make, purchase or pick up the rest of the food on the menu
• Decorate if possible and wash all utensils
• Make arrangements for any special transportation needs

Bridal Shower Day

• Be sure to arrive at your destination about 30 minutes before your guests arrive if the shower is being held at a destination other than the home
• Create the ambiance in the room
• Get assistance from someone to cover any last minute details
• Have some light refreshments available
• Be prepared to introduce your guests to someone as they arrive

The above is just a set of guidelines that will assist you with planning a bridal shower.

You may add or delete any of the suggested bullet points to suit your desired needs .

Happy planning, and have a great Bridal Shower!

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Source by Ricardo R Henry