{"id":16413,"date":"2024-01-12T01:35:39","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T07:35:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=16413"},"modified":"2024-01-12T06:18:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-12T12:18:53","slug":"stock-the-bar-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/stock-the-bar-party","title":{"rendered":"Stock the Bar Party Planning Tips to Celebrate the Happy Couple"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/cocktail-equipment-and-a-stock-the-bar-party-invitation-on-a-tablet-screen.jpg\" alt=\"Cocktail equipment and a stock the bar party invitation on a tablet screen\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/cocktail-equipment-and-a-stock-the-bar-party-invitation-on-a-tablet-screen.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/cocktail-equipment-and-a-stock-the-bar-party-invitation-on-a-tablet-screen-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/cocktail-equipment-and-a-stock-the-bar-party-invitation-on-a-tablet-screen-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve heard of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding showers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bridal showers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but what about a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? This trendy celebration is a co-ed gathering where guests come together to ensure the newlyweds have everything they need to imbibe in style. Use it in place of a traditional pre-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding day <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shower or add it as a bonus event to get everyone together one more time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we\u2019ll dive deeper into what a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> entails and what you need to know to plan one. We\u2019ll cover etiquette and other tips, plus invitation designs you can customize to get the party started!<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>What\u2019s a <\/b><b>Stock the Bar Party<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16417\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/couple-smiling-at-each-other-at-a-party.jpeg\" alt=\"Stock the bar party: couple smiling at each other at a party\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/couple-smiling-at-each-other-at-a-party.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/couple-smiling-at-each-other-at-a-party-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/couple-smiling-at-each-other-at-a-party-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While modern <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wedding-shower\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>wedding showers<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are inclusive co-ed affairs, they still traditionally focus on celebrating the couple with gifts like towels, linens, or other items from their gift registry. On the other hand, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an event where guests give the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy couple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> items they can use for their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home bar<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts can be as simple as a nice bottle of wine or as elaborate as a gilded <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bar cart<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As with wedding or<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/bridal-shower-gift-ideas\">bridal shower gifts<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the couple can create a registry for guests to choose from although it\u2019s not necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">type of party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be as big or small as you\u2019d like and it\u2019s a less formal event compared to other showers. This modern twist on a shower lets guests have some fun, express creativity (perhaps making a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wine stopper?), and give the happy couple a few gifts they may not otherwise enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Stock the Bar Party <\/b><b>Etiquette and Planning Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-women-drinking-cocktails.jpeg\" alt=\"Stock the bar party: 3 women drinking cocktails\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/3-women-drinking-cocktails.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/3-women-drinking-cocktails-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/3-women-drinking-cocktails-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar parties<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are more casual than other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">traditional<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/bridal-shower-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>bridal showers<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are still a few things to keep in mind when planning one \u2014 especially when it comes to etiquette. While often held as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding shower<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it can also be used as an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">engagement party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bachelorette party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">housewarming party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Anyone can host this type of shower, including friends, family, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding party <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">members, or the couple themselves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stock the bar showers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can happen at any time before the wedding in place of another shower or as a bonus celebration. This event is best for couples who enjoy drinking although it\u2019s not limited to alcoholic beverages \u2014 you could make it an alcohol-free bar, a coffee bar, a matcha tea bar, or any other theme the couple likes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The party should last three to four hours and is best hosted at the soon-to-be-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">married couple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;s place \u2014 after all, you don\u2019t want them to lug bottles and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bar carts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> home! There\u2019s no need to serve dinner or a full meal, but it\u2019s always a good idea to have <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">finger foods<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appetizers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage guests to indulge responsibly and create a backup plan. Offer a shuttle to transport guests to and from the event or work with a local ride-sharing company to purchase credits or discounts guests can use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Plan a <\/b><b>Stock the Bar Party<\/b><b> in 6 Steps<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16428 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/people-holding-martinis.jpeg\" alt=\"Stock the bar party: people holding martinis\" width=\"850\" height=\"551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-holding-martinis.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-holding-martinis-300x194.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-holding-martinis-768x498.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to plan a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your favorite couple (or yourselves)? Follow these steps and use these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to organize your celebration from start to finish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Pick a Host<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether or not you\u2019re planning the event yourself, choosing a host is the first thing you need to do. As with all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure the host has plenty of time to work out the details before the big day. This type of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">couple\u2019s shower <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">involves some behind-the-scenes coordination so your party host will appreciate the extra time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Create a Gift Registry\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s not necessary, you might want to create a<\/span>\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wedding-registry-ideas\">gift registry<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so the couple receives items they\u2019ll enjoy and use. Be sure to create the registry at least a month before the event and add a link to it in the party invitations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that many guests may not have been to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before. If you aren\u2019t doing a gift registry, feel free to share recommendations for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gift ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Popular gifts include <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bar tools<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">barware<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decanters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coasters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shakers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can\u2019t go wrong with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glassware<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wine glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, champagne flutes, and whiskey snifters. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bar accessories<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like personalized <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bottle openers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are also excellent choices. Finally, alcohol like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tequila<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, bourbon, and rum are welcome gifts along with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bitters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mixers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make classic cocktails.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Make a <\/b><b>Guest List<\/b><b> and Send Invitations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, decide who you want to invite to the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar shower<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Make a list of friends and family you want to attend and choose<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\">digital invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to announce the occasion. It\u2019s the fastest way to create stunning invites and you can put more of your budget towards the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signature cocktails<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and food for the event \u2014 instead of spending it on expensive printed stationery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Get the Venue Ready<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since most <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar showers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are held at the couple\u2019s home, you don\u2019t have to worry about securing a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/expert-advice-finding-perfect-wedding-venue\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>party venue<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or renting tables and chairs. Instead, focus your efforts on getting the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party decorations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and sprucing up your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For larger celebrations, set up several areas for guests to mingle such as the front patio, backyard, living room, and kitchen. Add comfortable seating throughout each space and incorporate string lights for ambiance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Plan the Menu<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16418 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/different-drinks-and-appetizers-on-a-table.jpeg\" alt=\"Different drinks and appetizers on a table\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/different-drinks-and-appetizers-on-a-table.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/different-drinks-and-appetizers-on-a-table-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/different-drinks-and-appetizers-on-a-table-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When there\u2019s drinking involved, serving food is always a good choice. You don\u2019t have to pull out all the stops for this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cocktail party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> though. Instead, serve<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delish.com\/holiday-recipes\/new-years\/g3179\/hearty-dinner-appetizers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>hearty <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>appetizers<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like pinwheels, pot stickers, and dipped breads. Classics like charcuterie boards with cheese and meats are also a great option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many couples also like to create a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signature drink<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to serve to guests. Invite a mixologist to the event to whip up one or two beverages for guests to enjoy. If the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy couple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> loves wine, consider having a sommelier do a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wine tasting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Send Guests Home With <\/b><b>Party Favors<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank guests for attending the shower by sending them home with a little gift bag of appreciation. Fill bags or boxes with mini <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">liquor bottles<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and festive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cocktail napkins<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with the date of the couple\u2019s nuptials on them. You can also create specialty cocktail kits for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">margaritas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, old fashioneds, and pi\u00f1a coladas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Stock the Bar<\/b><b> Invitations: 4 Designs to Customize<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re ready to send out invitations to everyone on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Greenvelope offers plenty of<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/bar-invitations\">stock the bar invites<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to suit your celebration theme and style. Here are some of our favorite <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Patterned Cocktails invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_16420\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16420\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16420 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Patterned-Cocktails-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Patterned Cocktails Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Patterned-Cocktails-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Patterned-Cocktails-Invitation-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16420\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Becky Nimoy Stationery<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/patterned-cocktails\/brown\/happy-hour\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>patterned invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers fun and elegant vibes for a festive celebration. Change up the color scheme to match your wedding colors and add a link to your registry to stock your bar with all of the essentials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Sips and Sweets Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_16422\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16422\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16422 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sips-and-Sweets-Invitation-3.jpg\" alt=\"Sips and Sweets Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Sips-and-Sweets-Invitation-3.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Sips-and-Sweets-Invitation-3-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16422\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite guests to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">couple\u2019s shower<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/sips-and-sweets\/pink\/bridal-shower\"><strong>romantic <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>stock the bar shower invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Featuring a gold <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bar cart<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adorned with hearts and flowers, it\u2019s the perfect depiction of everlasting love.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Handlettered Happy Hour invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_16419\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16419\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16419 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Handlettered-Happy-Hour-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Handlettered Happy Hour Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Handlettered-Happy-Hour-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Handlettered-Happy-Hour-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16419\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Ashley DeMeyere Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/handlettered-happy-hour\/blue\/happy-hour\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>colorful invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get guests ready for an evening of cocktails, hors d&#8217;oeuvres, and fun. A large iridescent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wine glass<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> boasting the words \u201cHappy hour\u201d takes center stage and the supported backside has plenty of room for a registry link, detailed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gift ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, parking info, or any other party details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Stock the Kitchen Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_16423\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16423\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16423 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Stock-The-Kitchen-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Stock The Kitchen Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Stock-The-Kitchen-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Stock-The-Kitchen-Invitation-1-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16423\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Jen Montgomery<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stocking more than just the bar? This<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/stock-the-kitchen\/pink\/bridal-shower\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>kitchen-themed invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> invites guests to help the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy couple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> get their home ready for home-cooked meals. The text on the card can also be altered to say \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d for an added fee.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Plan a Celebratory <\/b><b>Stock the Bar Party<\/b><b> With Ease<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stock the bar party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> requires coordination, but it\u2019s often simpler than planning other traditional showers. Plus, it\u2019s an opportunity for the couple to relax and celebrate with friends and family before the big day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simplify planning with <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\">digital invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Greenvelope. Add your details, update the message, choose your color scheme, and add a personal stamp. Once you\u2019re ready, send it via text and email \u2014 all without the hassle of the post office. It\u2019s just one less thing to worry about so you can spend more time planning your celebration. Cheers!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve heard of wedding showers and bridal showers, but what about a stock the bar party? This trendy celebration is a co-ed gathering where guests come together to ensure the newlyweds have everything they need to imbibe in style. 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