Introduction<br > When hosting a shower for a close friend or relative， whether it be<br > your first time or your fiftieth， you will want it to be as special as the<br > person you re giving it for.<br > With a little additional thought and attention to detail， you can turn<br > what might otherwise be just another ordinary shower into a smashing<br > ~ueeess. Surprise your guests with imaginative decorations， challeng-<br >， lng games， and delightful part~， favors.<br > T4aere is more to creating a memorable event than tasty food and<br > ，fabulous decorations. A successful party also depends on your ability<br >-.~ tO make your guests feel completely at ease. This is accomplished by<br > atlostess who is prepared and organized. Use the tips， checklists and<br > worksheets provided to help you prevent oversights and frantic last<br > minute rushing.<br > Choose from a number of shower themes， or combine portions of a<br > few and design a shower that is uniquely yours. This book is intended<br > to give you creative ideas that will spark your own imagination so you<br > can assemble an affair that will reflect your taste and that of the bride<br > or mother-to-I)c.<br >