How to Plan a Bridal Shower Stock the Bar Party

You were flattered when your best friend chose you as her Maid of Honor for her upcoming wedding. But now you need a suitable theme for her bridal shower. Why not plan a Stock the Bar Shower? It's unique, it's fun and down the road the guests will probably have an opportunity to enjoy their own gifts. Read on to learn more.

Things You'll Need

• Theme invitations
• Snacks and refreshments
• Games and activities

Instructions

1. Send invitations at least three weeks in advance. There are a number of companies that sell Stock the Bar Bridal Shower invitations online, or you can make your own on your computer. Just be sure to make the theme clear.

2. Prepare a list of suggested gifts to enclose with the invitation. When doing so, be mindful of the personalities of the bride and groom. If the couple doesn't drink margaritas, don't bother asking for margarita glasses or tequila. Though most guests will bring some type of liquor, you also need others to bring different types of stemware or bar tools.

3. Schedule the party in the evening and have your own bar well stocked. After all, with this type of theme, guests will probably be expecting cocktails to be served. Don't forget to provide non-alcoholic drinks as well for designated drivers or those who don't drink. You should also serve plenty of food so no one gets too intoxicated from drinking on an empty stomach.

4. Plan some type of "get acquainted" game as there will probably be guests there who have never met each other. Then have one or two other shower games planned to keep people entertained. The sillier the better to keep things lively.

5. Have someone take notes of what gift each guest gave her as the bride opens her shower gifts. She will need this information to send thank you notes and will never be able to remember unless someone writes it down for her.