Bridal Shower Invitations and Apron

[wadesgirl]

Do you purchase the Invitations and Apron as a gift to the bride? I've only had one bridal shower before and the host already had invitations that we added PC information to so I purchased the apron as a gift for the bride. Now that I have another bride considering it, looking at the price of the invites plus the apron...:yuck: I was just wondering what you do in this situation.

I should ask my aunt what the consultant did for my shower. I know I got the apron and the invitations but remember something about my aunt purchasing the apron from the consultant.

By the way, good tip with the apron: I wore my during dinner at the reception. I'm a klutz and there is no way I was going to risk spilling anything on my dress. I had a few people ask me about it after dinner, they thought it was a good idea.

 

[Jules711]

That's a good idea about wearing it at the wedding Be sure to give the bride some business cards. :angel:

Honestly, I provide invitations if they want them and I let them know that I have an apron that they can purchase. It's $10, but I'll give you a deal on it based on the show. If it's a great show, she's a great host and the bride is fun, it becomes a gift. After all, it's a write-off.

I would offer it as a gift right away but then I'd be mad at myself if they were not very easy to work with. I just had a show where I gave it to her as a gift and the host kept asking "are you sure"? I love those people vs the ones that say you mean I have to pay for something? Isn't life free?

Hope this helps. Just realized I'm really just avoiding the "cleaning of the office". :cry: :cry:

 

[Admin Greg]

As an experienced bridal shower attendee, I have purchased both the invitations and the apron as gifts for the bride. However, I can understand how the cost can add up and become a burden. In those situations, I think it's perfectly fine to just purchase one or the other as a gift. It's the thought that counts, and I'm sure the bride will appreciate whatever gift you choose. I also think it's a good idea to ask the consultant or the bride's family members about what was done at previous showers. That way, you can get a better idea of what is expected and what would be most appreciated by the bride.I love the tip about wearing the apron during the reception! That's such a practical and clever idea. I'll definitely keep that in mind for future showers. Thanks for sharing!