The Wish Jar
As guests arrive, each person writes one wish for the baby on a small card and places it in a beautiful glass jar. Simple, meaningful, and zero prep required.
Prep Time
0 mins
Players
Unlimited
Play Time
Throughout event
How it Works
Place a beautiful glass jar near the entrance with blank cards and a pen. As each guest arrives, they write a heartfelt wish for the baby and drop it in. The parents read them together later.
Instructions
Set Up the Station
Place a beautiful glass jar (tied with ribbon) near the entrance alongside small cards and a nice pen.
Welcome Guests
As each guest arrives, point them toward the wish jar and invite them to write a wish for the baby before finding their seat.
Collect Throughout
The wish jar collects naturally throughout the event. No need to announce it repeatedly — guests will see others participating.
Present the Jar
At the end of the shower, present the sealed jar to the parents as a keepsake. They can read the wishes privately later.
Materials Needed
Glass jar with lid
Small cards or folded paper slips
Nice pen
Ribbon for decoration
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