the mother to be are using organic diapers
2006-08-04 14:02:48 · 16 answers · asked by toiniej 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
just say "diapers are already well taken care of."
2006-08-04 14:08:00 · answer #1 · answered by GirliGirl 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It is rude to mention specific gifts - whether you do or do not want them - on an invitation to a party. You're inviting the person to the event because you want them there, NOT for a gift, though people usually bring gifts. My point is that you do not want them to feel obligated to bring a gift, as simple as that.
You should use word of mouth to get this around. Furthermore, people usually get gift receipts for purchases they make. If the mother receives diapers other than her chosen organic type, she should use the gift receipt to return the diapers without saying anything to the gifter. If she does not have a gift receipt, she can donate them - someone will need them, that's for sure. It would also be improper to ask for a gift receipt for something like that, as it would not be returned for size/color, etc., and this would make the gifter feel bad because then she'd have to explain, "well, I'm using organic". Most people don't think of that unless they know you well. She may be able to return and get a store credit without a receipt.
2006-08-04 15:56:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the heck are organic diapers? Is that a modern term for cloth diapers?
2006-08-04 18:05:13 · answer #3 · answered by Mollywobbles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just say the Mom is using Organic diapers ONLY, and then maybe give the name of the place to buy them.
2006-08-04 14:07:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the mom-to-be registered anywhere? Maybe if she only registers organic diapers, people will get the idea. Or maybe you can personally call each guest just to mention it to them. Better you do that than someone waste their money buying the wrong diapers.
2006-08-04 14:16:28 · answer #5 · answered by destiny21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are organic diapers? If they can be purchased, it is perfectly okay to mention what and where it can be purchased. If not, then just simply add at the bottom of the invitation, near the RSVP - "no disposable diapers, please - this family is going organic!"
2006-08-04 14:56:19 · answer #6 · answered by Sherry K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply state that Mom will be using organic diapers and disposables are not needed. Thank you very much.
2006-08-04 14:08:25 · answer #7 · answered by shirley_corsini 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just write "No diapers please" then maybe add the organic diapers bit if you want. Or, if they're so determined to buy diapers, write the name of a store where they can get some.
2006-08-04 14:07:42 · answer #8 · answered by i luv teh fishes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not-so-Subtle word of mouth.
Even a shower invite should not mention gifts.
So even if one or two people miss (ignore) the word, at least you cut back on diaper gifts significantly.
2006-08-04 14:14:32 · answer #9 · answered by ThatGuy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact me about the diapers. That is what I would put.
2006-08-04 14:09:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
make an ink stamp with a pic of a diaper thru the no circle. Mention that organic diaper cleaning supplies would be more than welcome.
2006-08-04 14:07:54 · answer #11 · answered by adgmonkey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋