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Our professional Consultants are trained to assist you with etiquette and selection of items, wording, ink color, font and envelope lining.
Through the years, our consultants have been collecting and gathering information on invitation and party etiquette. This etiquette guide contains the questions our consultants are most frequently asked by our customers. |
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Prior to Ordering  While Ordering When Order Received Checklists
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When should the baby shower invitations be ordered?
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Ideally, they should be ordered as soon as the date, time and location have been finalized for the shower. It is best to leave yourself plenty of time (we recommend 8-10 weeks) before the event to make your selection, view your proof, and make any necessary changes. |
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What information should the baby shower invitations include?
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Be sure to include the name of the mother-to-be, the date, time, and location of the shower, and the RSVP date and contact information (i.e. telephone, e-mail, or mail).
Invitations are the perfect way to either subtly hint or explicitly state the theme of the shower.
Most times, the name of the host(s) will also be included on the invitation. In the case of multiple hosts, the person whose home the party is being held should be listed first followed by the remaining hosts' names listed alphabetically. If there are multiple hosts, an asterisk may be placed next to the name of the hostess to whom the guests will contact to RSVP and their phone number and/or e-mail address placed towards the bottom of the invitation.
If the expectant parents have picked the baby's name, and they have given you their blessing, you can also include it in the invitation wording.
Opinions vary on this. Traditionally, invitations did not include a list of items needed even if the hostess felt it would be helpful for the guests. Many feel it is an acceptable option these days to include gift ideas. Regardless, the hostess should always be prepared with this information in case the guests inquire when they respond to their invitation.
Gift registry information can be included, but it is best when printed on a separate card. Hosts should never insist guests use the registry; it is solely the guest's decision what they give the honoree. |
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Can I see samples of baby shower invitation wording? |
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 For help with wording, please visit our sample wording section |
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| When Order Received |
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When should the baby shower invitations be sent?
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They may be sent up to 6 weeks prior to the shower. You should send them at least 3 weeks prior to the event because the response date should be 1-2 weeks before the event. |
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