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November 2013 Moms
Dolphin527
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Baby Shower Invite Question
Dolphin527
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We don't live in the state our family and friends do, but my sister is throwing me a baby shower when we go to visit them in July. Is it appropriate that we put on the invite; "Mom and Dad request that large items be sent directly to their home in IL." How should I word it so its unassuming but that guests understand the request so we don't have to ship large items from state to state.
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Re: Baby Shower Invite Question
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I don't think that's appropriate. Sorry. I understand its a pain in the butt however if I bought you a crib I'd want to see you unwrap it.
If you are driving maybe just rent one of those tow u-hauls.
My sister-in-law is also having a shower in a different state (about at 16 hour drive). It is basically common sense to send the larger items to their home. Also, I think it was an option on their registry.
Most people tend to send larger items to the home of the parents to be even with local showers. It is easier for the guest, as well as the recipient. So, I wouldn't even bother putting the request on the invitation.
When I had my DD I had a shower in my home state of MI, I was from Seattle. I only got a few big items but i went to Babies R us, returned them for gift cards and re-bought them in Seattle. It was not a big deal. Most people got us small items or gift cards.
You don't state it on the invite. Your guest will know you are traveling and most will take that into account when gifting.
I wouldn't put anything on the invite. Most of the large items will most likely be from your registry. Assuming there are stores in both location, take the items back right before you go and rebuy them when you get back. Some stores will actually help you do this.
You could also have your mom spread the word herself, I would find that better than putting it in the invite.
This. Just put the address of where you want your gifts to go on your registries. Most people will use common sense. Heck, even at my SIL's shower which was held at her mother's house only 20 minutes away, I actually asked her if she wanted to open her gift there or if I should have it shipped right to her house! Most not all, haha people aren't idiots, they'll take large gifts and travel into consideration.