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What is bridal: Definition and 200 Discussions

  1. Jennifer E

    Newbie With a Bridal Shower in 3 Weeks, Has Some Questions

    I am getting together with the shower host in a few days and really want to be prepared. I have already given the host a catalog so the bride can choose the items she wants, I am going to do a black tri-fold board and use Velcro dots (so I can re-use the board). After looking at some of the...
  2. B

    Is a Bridal Expo Worth the Cost? Weighing My Options

    So if you had the opportunity for an Bridal expo for 250 and or 350 is it worth the money. Two different ones have offered to allow me to attend and I am debating. I would offer to cluster and sell some times but want to know in advance if you think the prices is too high for prospective...
  3. E

    Need tips for following up after bridal expo? Let's discuss!

    I just did my first bridal expo and need some advise on what to do. I had them fill out the Bridal Show Drawing slips and I have 118 of them to follow up on. I have already emailed the ones back that were interested in a party and more info on becoming a consultant. I need some ideas on what...
  4. T

    Need Help Writing a Note to a Potential Bridal Shower Host!

    I made a call this morning!! yay! and she is interested in a bridal shower for her brother's fiancee. I need to send her a note with the info I am sending. What should I say? I am newbie at this. Help!
  5. K

    Advertising in Bridal Magazines

    I'm a fairly new consultant and I'm testing the waters to see if anyone has advertised in their local bridal magazines or in newspaper inserts geared to bridal shows or services. I'd be very interested in the results you achieved using this advertising venue to expand into that market.
  6. loreo

    Is Splitting the Fee and Leads with My AD a Good Idea?

    I just signed up for a big expo in our area. I have never done one before and I am very excited. I called my AD before signing up and asked her if the fee ($150) was reasonable. She said yes and then offered to split it with me. After talking a few minutes ( I think she sensed my hesitancy) she...
  7. mountainmama74

    Maximizing Success at Your Bridal Fair: Tips and Ideas

    Hi All! I have a Bridal Fair on February 7th. At the end of the fair, I get a list of all registered brides, their address, phone number and email! I'm pretty excited about this. What have you done at Bridal Fairs in the past? Do you have any pictures? I want to make this super...
  8. A

    How to Successfully Market a Pampered Chef Bridal Shower?

    Hi - I am doing a bridal show on Sunday and would like to market the Pampered Chef Bridal Shower - Does anyone have any suggestions? Do bridal parties do the PC shower as the ONLY shower for the bride or do they do it additionally? Incorporate it with a larger bridal shower? Any...
  9. P

    Need a Bridal Registry Flyer for Your Bridal Show?

    Anyone have a Bridal Registry Flyer that could be passed out at a Bridal Fair?? Thanks
  10. pchefjaime

    Help Me Decide: Should I Participate in a Bridal Show?

    Ok ladies I need your input!!! I was just asked to take place in a bridal show. I would love to!!! My hang up is it is 175.00!!! But in turn I remember 6 yrs ago when I was getting married I went to this show. It wsa one of the nicer ones I went to. Not sure if 175 nice but. I am looking to...
  11. C

    Can You Have a Bridal Shower Without the Bride?

    So, on the 9th I have a Bridal Shower....but the bride won't be there. (she's out of state). I've done bride-less showers before, but they were catalog shows. Usually I interact with the bride, and have her help with the demo, and have other people interact with the bride, and make it a lot...
  12. C

    How Can I Manage the Bridal Registry and Gift Purchases at a Bridal Shower?

    I am having my first bridal shower in a couple of weeks and was wondering how I key in the show. I was wanting to take what the bride wants from her registry and make up cards that her friends can buy at the shower. If I do this, when I key in the show from her shower, how do I get it off her...
  13. A

    Bridal Shower Favor: Mini Whippers with a Recipe - A Hit at My Recent Event!

    I did a Bridal Shower this weekend and we had the mini whippers with a recipe attached as the favors. Everyone LOVED it and it got them talking about PC!!I'm hoping to get a little business...we'll see.
  14. aPamperedBride

    Bridal Fairs: Have You Done One? Results?

    My city will be hosting a bridal fair in just a few weeks and another consultant has approached me about going in on a booth. It is expensive, though: $795! I'm not sure it will be worthwhile. Has anyone else done a bridal fair as a vendor? Or did you go to one as a bride-to-be? If so...
  15. Melissa78

    Gift Certificate for Bridal Shower: How to Add?

    Ok after reading the threads on GC's I'm still a little confused. I want to get a Gift Certificate for a friend for her bridal shower on Sunday since she wants cookware. I have 2 friends shows to close out before then. Since I know it adds to their levels (even though I don't get commission) do...
  16. M

    Maximizing Bridal Registry Opportunities for New PC Consultant

    Hey all... I'm a total newb, about 10 days into my PC career. :blushing: I may be posting this in the wrong place... if so, Sorry!!! I just signed up and have two catalog shows ending around Sept. 15th. I have a slot at our local Women's Show on Sept. 12th. I know the Bridal Registry would be...
  17. S

    Where Can I Find Inspiration for a Bridal Board?

    Anyone have a bridal board to put pictures of the items for the brides wish list? I am looking for pictures to design one myself for my upcoming bridal show. Any help / suggestions greatly appreciated!! Thanks! Schel
  18. JenniK

    Need Demo and Invite Suggestions for Bridal Show

    All, I'm doing my first Bridal show in about three weeks and I need demo ideas. The lady that is hosting said that she has been to a PC bridal shower before and the consultant just did a few quick demos (like finished off some veggies for a veggie tray or something). Does anyone have any...
  19. S

    Help!! I Am Doing My 1St Bridal Shower Next Week!

    I need help. I had a bridal shower scheduled for the end of September and I just got a call from the hostess that the bride to be needs to move the date up to August 20th. I have nothing planned and I don't even know where to begin. What kind of invitations do you send out. What is the basic...
  20. S

    How can I make my first bridal show a success?

    I have my 1st bridal show and never have done one. How do you all do your bridal shows starting at getting the bride registered and on? Thanks. Schel
  21. K

    What Do You Include in Your Bridal Shower Host Packet?

    Hi, I haven't done a bridal shower yet. I would like to offer it though. I would also like to make up a bridal shower packet in case I book any. What do you put in your bridal shower host packet? If you can post any flyers or letters that you use. Thanks so much. I really appreciate...
  22. Jennie4PC

    Find the Perfect 2-in-1 Bridal Shower OOF!

    I am looking for the OOF for a bridal shower I am doing. The one I am looking for is the 1 that has 2 places to order. 1 for the bride and the other for the guest if they are interested
  23. pcheflil

    Maximizing Your Bridal Fair Experience with Tips from a First-Timer

    The Bridal Fair I did was my first. It was chuch sponsored. They offered different packages. The lowest (which I took) was $100 for a table and if I donated a doorprize (which I did) they would knock off $25. So I only paid $75. That's the only way I was able to do this fair. The other packages...
  24. C

    Raleigh Bridal Fairs: Don't Miss Out on the Top Wedding Events in NC!

    So I'm in the Raleigh, NC area. We have 3 big bridal fairs every year. I checked into setting up a booth at one of them....But the same person is registered at all 3. Ughhh---share the love here girl!!! Sorry, just venting
  25. G

    Looking for Bridal Shower Booking Letter

    I paid a lot of money for a Bridal Expo and I am finally getting around to sending out contact letters. I am new to this site. How do a find a template letter to send to future brides to try to get Brodal Shower bookings? Help?
  26. H

    July 10 Bridal Shower Invites: Requesting Postcard Templates

    I have a bridal shower that I am doing on July 10. Does anyone have a postcard invite that they are willing to share?
  27. EgresiPC

    Tips and Ideas for Hosting Your First Bridal Shower

    I'm doing my first bridal shower in two weeks. The bride is my best friend since 1st grade and she is marrying my husband's cousin...they met at our wedding 2 years ago. So I know almost everyone that is going to be there and I've never done a shower before. I was wondering what tips and...
  28. DebPC

    Bridal Shower Dessert Ideas for 25 Guests - Perfect for Any Theme!

    I need a shower dessert for 25. Anybody have a sure fire hit that kind of fits the theme?
  29. AnnieBee

    Bridal Shower - No Hwc Allowed??? Help!

    Can anyone tell me why my guests at my bridal shower yesterday are not being allowed (by P3) to order any HWC products?? Is it because they are "guest" items, and technically all items ordered as a "bridal shower" are supposed to be for the bride??? If that is true (the part about only ordering...
  30. CindysPChef

    Open House Bridal Shower With No Demonstration

    I had my 1st shower and didn't demonstrate. It was soo much fun and less stress. I have found with the other 2 showers the people just visit and don't listen. So my new way of doing them is without demonstrating. The host also did the closeline and it turned out really cute. She had...
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