Want to include FMIL

AJPretty

Our wedding is less than a month away and FMIL is chomping at the bit to do anything to help out. The thing is, everying is done, and FI and I have done it all ourselves. I am currently unemployed so I have had oodles of time to get all my DIY stuff done, coordinate everything with vendors, etc. Even my own mom hasn't done much in the planning besides helping me with the inital contract for our venue.

I want FMIL to feel included, but just not sure what to tell her since there is honestly nothing left. Maybe ask her to help with the somethings old, borrowed and blue that I don't have yet?

I'm stumped. Any advice or simple small things I'm overlooking she could help with? (Also, she lives 12 hours away, so inviting her out to do anything is out. darn)

mbcdefg

What are you doing for the rehearsal dinner? Can you ask her to send you some recipes, or can you forward her the restaurant's menu (or the catering menu) and ask for suggestions on what you should serve?

Can you just send her photos of your dress and jewelry and ask for her opinion on how they look together?

Ask her to proofread your stationery?

frogurt814

Ditto malphabet's suggestions.

marissa_claire

One thing I put my FMIL to work on is getting me pics for a slideshow.... she said it took her a while.  She's also like 12 hrs. away so it's hard for her to help.

gottahavashorti

You could ask her to contact family members who need to stay for pre- or post-ceremony pictures and let them know when to be and where.

Or maybe things like working on little paper things like signs for favors, the card box or escort cards that she can bring with her.  Gathering family wedding photos if you're planning to display old family wedding pictures.