If you have been keeping up, you know that David is from Cincinnati which means half of the wedding guests will be coming from over 12 hours away! There is nothing better than receiving a welcome package after your guests' long flight and hotel check in. Welcome boxes or bags are any easy way to show your guests how much you appreciate them coming in and make them feel just a little more special. It is a simple touch that will definitely go a long way with your out of towners! The PackagingSo you have two options, you can search Etsy for some options or try out a new DIY project. After searching Etsy for numerous days, I opted for the DIY option because I wanted to incorporate different styles to get the box exactly how I want (and the cheaper cost was a plus)! What You Need: 1. Box or Bag 2. Ribbon 3. Sticker or Tag I choose white gable boxes from Hobby Lobby. They were on the larger side, come in several different colors, and are only 99 cents a box right now! You can get the ribbon from any craft store but I found the perfect shade at Michaels. I did a satin burgundy ribbon to match our wedding colors and I found that the 7/8 inch was just the right size for the box. Lastly, you want to add either a sticker or tag that says "Welcome" to tie it all together. I went with the sticker because I knew it wouldn't fall off and it could hold the ribbon in place. Now these I did order off of Etsy and they came in less than a week after ordering them! What to IncludeNow that your boxes are assembled, grab your future hubby and get to packing! What You Need: 1. Mini Coke cans or water 2. Snacks 3. Welcome Card The mini cans are a good size for the boxes I purchased. For snacks, we went with the classic salty and sweet combo! For salty, we added Zapps Voodoo Flavored kettle chips for that good ole New Orleanian feel. We also threw in some Milano cookies and candy to cover any late night sweet tooth. We got a majority of the food items from either Sam's or Walmart because it's so much cheaper buying in bulk! Additionally, we added a card with a welcome note on one side and a details section on the other side off of Zazzle. The details section included several things to ease the stress of being an out of town guest. First, we added an itinerary (welcome party, ceremony, reception) with times and locations. Next, we had a transportation section to let them know shuttles would be provided to bring guests to and from the ceremony, reception and back to the hotel. Lastly, we added a section on things to do and some of our favorite restaurants as recommendations to make the most out of their New Orleans weekend get away! Drop OffOnce the boxes are stuffed, you need to get them to the hotels. I can't stress this enough - HAVE A PLAN! Step 1: Make a Chart This is an important step to organize yourself. You need to figure out how many boxes you need, who they are for, which hotel they go to, and when they will check in. Once you see who checks in first, you are able to prioritize which ones need to be dropped off first and when. Step 2: Make a Route After you have your chart completed you are able to make a route in order to drop off boxes efficiently. We were able to drop off almost half of the boxes at once because we had a hotel block set up so that was our starting point. Then we picked the next closest hotel and trickled down the list. Step 3: Drop Offs Most hotels have dealt with some sort of wedding hotel block at one time or another. Simply explain to the front desk concierge that you have a guest(s) checking in for your wedding and wanted to have a welcome box given to them upon check in. Give them a name and a date they are planning to check in to insure it is going to the right person. They are usually super easy to work with and some will even personally put it in the room! Mark off once each box is completed to keep track of what is left over. Thank YouA huge thank you to all of our guests that traveled so far to see us on our special day. We couldn't imagine having it without you and we truly appreciate the effort you made to be there.
And of course, thank you to my husband for helping me shop, stuff, and drop off every box without any complaint. I couldn't have finished it without you!
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The Bridal Shower is one of the last pre-wedding events where the bride is showered with gifts for her new home. It is typically hosted by the mother of the bride, Maid of Honor, bridesmaids, or other family relatives. The bridal shower is usually a women-only event hosted during the day to celebrate the upcoming wedding! What was the theme?Our theme was "Brunch & Bubbly" where we would serve endless mimosas and yummy finger foods. My sisters ordered matching invite and poster templates off of Etsy which were easily printed at Walmart or Walgreens! In addition, each guest left with glass jars filled with pink bath salts as a "thank you" for attending the shower. What did we serve?We served typical brunch food such as yogurt parfaits, mini egg quiche, fruit tray, and donuts. We also served chicken salad croissants and other finger foods that had the guests coming back for more! Don't forget to set up your mimosa bar with a variety of juices and fruit to for a fun twist! What did we do?Bridal showers are known for playing games that show how well the guests know the bride to be! Some of the party favorites were "Put a Ring on It" and "He Said/She Said" which ended with a prize for the winner. After all the games, guests gather around while the future Mrs opens gifts that can help fill the couple's new home. My personal favorite was the Roomba vacuum that I received from some of my girlfriends!
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