Throwing a shower for a friend...

KellersPrag

Hey guys. So I'm in charge of throwing my friend a shower in about two months. Just curious what the best way to word the invites will be. I want to make it clear that gift cards are the only acceptable thing to bring as a gift.

Tips?

Disneygeek77

Sorry but there really is no polite way to say this. 

If she lives out of town, she could always take back her gifts to the store, get credit, then repurchase the same gifts later.

She could also bring another suitcase to use for gifts or you might help pay for shipping the gifts.

However, most guests will probably know she would be coming in from out of town and won't get anything big. 

Disneygeek77

Aww man I've been punked haven't I ?

EastCoastBride

Estwd2:

Bahahaha! Is this a dare from another board or something?

This is what I"m wondering.

1026pumpkin

Estwd2:

Bahahaha! Is this a dare from another board or something?

This!  Just in case it's not, don't under any circumstances tell the guests what type of gifts to bring.  If someone asks you directly, you can mention that you think the parents would like gift cards.  Also, if the parents keep their registry very modest with only a few items, people may be more inclined to bring a gift card.  There is no good way to tell people how to spend their money, though. 

PunkyBooster

BallSox writes the best, most catchy poems ever. Maybe if she has some time she can help you draft one for the invite. 

 

KellersPrag

stw_77:

Sorry but there really is no polite way to say this. 

If she lives out of town, she could always take back her gifts to the store, get credit, then repurchase the same gifts later.

She could also bring another suitcase to use for gifts or you might help pay for shipping the gifts.

However, most guests will probably know she would be coming in from out of town and won't get anything big. 

She's not coming from out of town. Her parents are already buying her everything for the newborn stage, and she wants to be able to hold on to the cards for later so that she can take care of what the baby will need later.

KellersPrag

PunkyBooster:

BallSox writes the best, most catchy poems ever. Maybe if she has some time she can help you draft one for the invite. 

That would be awesome, because I'm really at a loss.

KellersPrag

MandJS:

I would just be blunt. 

You're invited to celebrate Baby X! But the mom to be is picky and smarter than you are, so... just bring cash or gift cards. DON"T COME WITHOUT ONE!  If you bring an actual gift, you will be required to return it and provide mom to be with the credit. Can't wait to celebrate with you!

  

Why would you say she's smarter than anyone? She doesn't feel that way... nor do I...

jess9802

Edit: Never mind.

EastCoastBride

Darbie914:

This is a dare from another board.  Good one, though

Yup.  Sept moms board.

Disneygeek77

KellersPrag:

stw_77:

Sorry but there really is no polite way to say this. 

If she lives out of town, she could always take back her gifts to the store, get credit, then repurchase the same gifts later.

She could also bring another suitcase to use for gifts or you might help pay for shipping the gifts.

However, most guests will probably know she would be coming in from out of town and won't get anything big. 

She's not coming from out of town. Her parents are already buying her everything for the newborn stage, and she wants to be able to hold on to the cards for later so that she can take care of what the baby will need later.

Ha Ha I have to hand it to you. That was a good one. High five for your dare.  You got me.  MY BS detector must be off. 

Mr&MrsMTA

LMAO...this is funny, I didnt even read the PP either this is a joke or these ladies will just rip you a new whoo whoo hahaha

KellersPrag

stw_77:

KellersPrag:

stw_77:

Sorry but there really is no polite way to say this. 

If she lives out of town, she could always take back her gifts to the store, get credit, then repurchase the same gifts later.

She could also bring another suitcase to use for gifts or you might help pay for shipping the gifts.

However, most guests will probably know she would be coming in from out of town and won't get anything big. 

She's not coming from out of town. Her parents are already buying her everything for the newborn stage, and she wants to be able to hold on to the cards for later so that she can take care of what the baby will need later.

Ha Ha I have to hand it to you. That was a good one. High five for your dare.  You got me.  MY BS detector must be off. 

I tried!

Cranang

I wish this had been real...I'm with MandJS...so bored!!

rhubarb123

The ladies on here are pretty smart when it comes to BS.  Good try though.

BallSox

Even though this has so much mud it might as well be my backyard, I'm going to play anyways.

I think you're dumb,

I don't want trash,

but I want you

to bring me cash.

[Deleted User]

I think you should add that a pack of diapers is required. You know, like an entrance fee. Be sure to be brand specific, too!