Help out a MOH?

[Deleted User]

Hey Knotties,

My sister is getting married this August (yeah!) and I'm in charge of planning her bridal shower. One of our aunts is helping by securing the location for the shower. It's going to be between the end of July and the beginning of August.

I just need some help on what the timeline is for me? I know I need to get my sister's list of guests (who are invited to the wedding of course) and send out invitations but when should I do that?

And also a number of people have piped up and said they'd love to bring something such as food or decoration. Would it be etiquette-approved to put something on the invitation that says something like, "If you'd like to bring something that's great but don't feel obligated. Your presence is what matters!"

I just want to make sure I get this right and not be rude to anyone. Thank you for your help!

m tulli

I would sent the invites out about 3 weeks before or so.

I wouldn't put anything on the invite but when someone offers take them up on the offer.  I think by putting it on the invite people will feel obligated to bring something even if they don't want to.  

[Deleted User]

That was what I was thinking. I'll just make sure to put my contact information on the invitations so when people RSVP they can let me know if they want to help or not. Thank you for your help m tulli!