3 Months before the Shower...
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Set the date for the shower |
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Make the guest list |
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Choose the location |
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Decide what type of shower to have (formal or informal) (co-ed or women only) |
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Plan the menu |
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Decide on a theme |
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Order baby shower invitations |
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5-6 Weeks before the Shower...
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Send the invitations |
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If necessary, order party rentals such as tables and chairs |
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1 Month before the Shower...
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Finalize the menu |
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Order the cake |
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Purchase decorations and party favors |
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Purchase plates, napkins and utensils |
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Decide on party games |
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Purchase prizes for party games |
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1 Week before the Shower...
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Compile a final guest count |
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Purchase a gift for the guest of honor |
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If the event is not catered place your order for food platters, etc. |
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Decide on background music |
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Order balloons in your party colors |
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Begin to prepare and clean your house |
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1 Day before the Shower...
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Purchase or prepare food, pick up any platters ordered |
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Purchase beverages |
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Wrap gifts |
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Pick up the cake |
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Pick up rentals that aren't delivered |
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Have your camera ready |
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The Day of the Shower!
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Start decorating |
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Buy ice and any other last minute items needed |
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Display foods and beverages |
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Prepare a gift table |
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Arrange tables and party favors |
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Relax and have fun! |