By tahloolabelle from Ventura, CA
I need some gift ideas for my son and his future wife.
I have absolutely no clue as to what to buy them as a wedding gift. He is in the service and they plan on getting an apartment. I can't spend a lot of $$ but want a nice gift. Thought about getting them a bible? What do ya'll think?
By imaqt1962
By mom of towers
04/05/2009
When we got married, my MIL noticed that there was a "family tree" section in the center of the Bible she was giving us and filled in my husband's family's information - it was great! I already knew my side, so it was done and ready for the additions that we made to the tree a couple of years later.
Looking for alternative wedding gift ideas! I've done searches to find ideas for frugal wedding gifts but most of them are quite traditional. These days, couples live together awhile before tying the knot. My friend and his fiance were previously married, and don't need/want any of the typical wedding gifts. The wedding is also very low key and casual. The couple is really funky. I am 38 and have never had to buy a wedding gift for anyone so I am at a loss! I've done searches but nothing seems right for them. Any ideas for wedding gifts for fun groovy couples? They both have kids from previous relationships, maybe a basket?
Any suggestions would be helpful. thanks!!!
Lisa from Halifax
By Tanya39
05/10/2009
I have on thing that works like a charm every time. Give money, since it is your very first wedding ever they will think it is your best ideal gift ever, as they don't have anything to base it on. Usually $20 dollars if the couple is simple and funky, but for the more upscale funky couple $50 dollars is the key. Put it in the card that cost $4.95 plus tax. A fancy card with money always does the trick.
What wedding gift can I get for a young relative that I barely know who is a millionaire and so is her fiance'? Nothing has been said about her being registered anywhere. Asking about that is not an option in this family, a very sore subject. I can't go into details about that.
This young woman isn't fond of any of us on this side of the family, but the wedding is being held in our area even though the couple live many states away, and it is an opportunity for us to see the rest of the family.
It also isn't an option for us not to attend. It's a crazy family. This relative is on the extreme when it comes to her party lifestyle which makes it very difficult to give something that would have any meaning or value to her.
I thought of a restaurant gift certificate, but since I've never seen her eat anything other than fast food and as I said they live far from us so I have no idea of what kind of a restaurant they would enjoy. So, if anyone has a cool idea, I sure could use it. Actually there are three families of us in the same boat concerning this wedding.
By Dee from NY
By VTMama
04/25/2011
Goodness, what a pickle! I agree with several of the posters here. A card which expresses your good wishes to the couple and perhaps a donation in their name to a worthy cause. (also, enjoy seeing the rest of the fam!)
My husband's boss is getting married next month. My husband is the office manager and has worked for him for 4 years. We were invited to the shower (a couple's shower) and so have already bought a gift (over $100). The boss and his bride-to-be both come from wealthy families, and the wedding is in New York (we live in Michigan). We both have to take a day off from work to drive to New York because we can't afford to fly, and we are spending a lot of money to stay at a hotel for 2 nights - since we are also invited to the rehearsal dinner the night before. I am at a complete loss as what to give as a wedding gift. Money would not be appropriate, we already bought from the registry, and we are spending quite a lot just to attend the wedding. Any suggestions?
Angie from Detroit, MI
By Rose Red (Guest Post)
02/10/2009
It's not so unreasonable to get a small gift after spending a lot to be there. After all, your presence there is also a gesture of happiness towards the couple. See if there is anything inexpensive on http://www.gatheringguide.com/ec/party_favors_decorations.html that will do the trick.
My daughter is getting married for the third time. Any suggestions for a wedding present? Thanks.
By ralphed from Middletown, NY
By 2oma
04/10/2009
If same old kitchen-- new towels, potholders et cetera to "change" things. Loved the yaycella suggestions! Don't forget subscriptions - there is something they'd like to read about I'm sure. Good luck
I have an older friend who is getting married to a lady at my church on December 31. I would like ideas for a gift to give them. They both have houses with everything they need. The lady has 4 sisters that will probably get anything she might need. The guy has been self sufficient for years. Did I mention they are both in their late 60s or early 70s? I thought of a gag gift, but I was strongly encouraged that they may not find humor in such a gift on this occasion. They are fairly serious individuals.
Thank you for your time and input.
By Suntydt from Tazewell, TN
By garnetgirl9
12/27/2011
They would probably like a nice engraved picture frame for a wedding picture or a photo album.
| We were recently invited to the President of our company's 2nd wedding. It will be a really elegant, classy, and elite event. I am looking for wedding gift ideas for the couple. They are both in their 40s. I don't have a budget in mind because I haven't a clue what to buy these class of individuals. Any ideas?
Julie from Central, ND | |
| Answers: | |
| Framed Wedding Invitation | 03/28/2006 |
| I know someone who took the wedding invitation they had received and had it framed for the wedding couple. It was a very simple and elegant, yet probably not terribly expensive gift. Hope this helps. Good luck and have fun at the wedding! | |
| By Michelle | |
| Gift Basket | 03/28/2006 |
| When I have been invited to that sort of thing I have put together a gift basket - A spa-themed one would be appropriate - include personal care items, a little massager, a loofa, special body wash - a bath mitt, bath oil - a nice towel - that sort of thing - maybe with 2 champagne glasses - all of which you can pick up in a dollar store (people like that don't shop there) at a Big Lots type discount store... And it ends up looking REALLY pricey and special. | |
| By pamphyila | |
| Gift Basket | 03/28/2006 |
| I also like the gift basket idea, but DON'T buy spa items -- anybody who is used to spending money knows the difference between cheap and not cheap! I'd suggest a dinner basket -- buy a great pasta sauce, dried noodles, a couple of pasta plates, a package of breadsticks, olives, biscotti, etc. Or go with a Mexican theme. Include some candles and holders, even tablecloth and napkins, if you'd like. You can make it simple or elaborate, but make sure the basket, cloth, napkins and plates are neutral. I usually go to Big Lots to get the items for this except the tablecloth and napkins. I get those at my local third-world handicrafts store (Ten Thousand Villages). You can find nice simple pottery at Big Lots and they usually have some great unique food items, too. Everyone I've given this to loves it! And the best part is -- there's not a lot of clutter to store after dinner is over! | |
| By sueey | |
| Pen Set | 03/28/2006 |
| When my grandparents had their 50th wedding anniversary party, a family friend bought them a gold Cross pen set, which included a "feminine" style pen and a standard pen with a clip at the top. Each pen was engraved with their name, and I think my grandparents really liked them. I remember thinking at the time, and I still do, that they were a very classy, elegant gift. Of course, the set was not cheap, but Cross also has silver tone sets that are less expensive. If you don't like this idea, maybe it will lead you to something else that you will like. Good luck! | |
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| Picture Frame | 03/28/2006 |
| Prior to the wedding, take a lovely picture, actually take a number of them and do up a pre wedding photo. Size it up to an 8x10, get beautiful matting and for the frame pick one that sets it off perfectly. Then pick out an elegant vase and coordinate quality silk flowers, fillers and leaves that pick up the colors in the picture. Perfect gift for the happy couple. | |
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| One of a King Gifts | 03/29/2006 |
| Have you checked to see if they are registered any place? That would give you an idea of the kind of things they like. Evaluate them, are they elegant entertaining type, or wealthy down to earth people. Might make a difference type of gift.
I would rely on "one of a kind" gifts, looking in Art Galleries, Art Museums, other museums, upgrade craft shows. I like to buy large or nesting serving bowls, beautiful vases or something else you may find in such place as art museum. Try to get a gift recipe from where ever you purchase it so they could take and exchange. $50-$100.00 is a lot to pay for something they may not use, so as last resort you can always put check (or VISA gift card) in card, on something small like picture frame, or something nice from T J Max that they will associate with you whenever they use it. | |
| By WIsgal | |
| Engraved Invitation | 03/29/2006 |
| I received a very nice gift when we got married. A friend had a copy of our invitation engraved on the front of a small photo album which had a metal cover. It is the most memorable of all the gifts we received because it is so personal. Some malls have those stores which engrave practically everything they sell, maybe you can look there for something special. | |
| By farap | |
| Ideas | 03/30/2006 |
| People of this age are probably combining two homes (if they aren't already living together like so many people do these days). So items for the home are not a good idea. If this is the 2nd wedding for both of them, I doubt there will be much in the way of "lovey-dovey" type of gift ideas that would be appropriate.
Why not try a gift certificate to a place they would both enjoy. (Since you were invited to the President's wedding, I'm guessing that you must know a little about his tastes) Look around for a farm in your area that makes it's own wine (if they are into that sort of thing) and buy them tickets to the next wine tasting. Gift certificates to a nice restaurant where they can spend some time together. Do they ski, hike or do other outdoor sporting activities together? Try a gift coupon to their favorite sporting goods store. If they golf together, buy them a round of golf including a cart. It's mostly about knowing their tastes and how they like to spend their time together. | |
| By Karen | |
| Thanks for the Ideas | 03/31/2006 |
| Those are all wonderful ideas!! I really like Karen's post, she really hit the nail on the head! He and his spouse are very much into wine tasting, boating, hiking, those sorts of things. I think I'll do a basket of wine glasses with a bottle of wine from a local vendor. THANKS! Please keep adding posts, I would love to read all your ideas! | |
| By Julie | |
| A Clock | 03/31/2006 |
| I always give a clock as a wedding gift no matter who it is. If it is someone I don't know well I will get a small crystal clock for $10.00-20.00 from Belk or one of the better stores that grift wrap. The wrapping adds a more expensive look to the gift, and you can't go wrong with a clock. I also write in the card to the couple "Always make time for each other", and underline the word time. I always get many compliments on the gift, and the advice. | |
| By Carolyn | |
| Gift card | 04/19/2006 |
| Gift card! We all want something we need. My husband and I just got married and we're just starting out. We need all the help we could get to decorate our house. They are the most helpful and We truly appreciated them- do that or please put the gift receipt with the item - it saved us so much time | |
| By parisgirl | |
| Gift Certificate | 04/19/2006 |
| Also another idea is a gift certificate to dinner somewhere. Its always appreciated after how stressful a wedding can be. | |
| By parisgirl | |
| Gift Certificate or Cash | 04/26/2006 |
| Gift certificate or cash. I don't think it's proper to be cheap when it comes to a wedding gift. I think the rule of thumb is to cover the cost of the plate. | |
| By Katmommy | |
| My 61 year old father is getting remarried this fall and I am looking for some ideas for a wedding gift. They own a home, are financially secure, so there is not much that they "need". If anyone has any ideas to share I would love to hear them! Thanks!
abineb70 from Central NJ | |
| Answers: | |
| RE: Wedding Gift Ideas | 06/07/2006 |
| I almost always buy the couple a crystal photo frame (usually an 8 x 10) that they can put their wedding photo in. We have an Elder-Beerman store that usually runs them on sale often. They are very heavy and excellent in quality. | |
| By PeggyLee | |
| RE: Wedding Gift Ideas | 06/07/2006 |
| How about several gift certificates to very fine dining establishments? | |
| By Judy TwoDogs (Guest Post) | |
| RE: Wedding Gift Ideas | 06/07/2006 |
| Since it's your father's wedding, how about an album of sorts commemorating their relationship? If you scrapbook, even better, but a simple photo album with a few notes from you about their special relationship could be very nice. I think most parents appreciate the thought and time you put into gifts rather than how much you spend. Think of something you can create that is personal and meaningful. Good luck! :) | |
| By Marisa (Guest Post) | |
| RE: Wedding Gift Ideas | 06/07/2006 |
| Under similar circumstances, we got together with family members and close friends and made a money tree. Everyone just put an envelope with their contribution in it and attached it to the tree. Then, they signed a card that was provided. The money was spent on the couples's honeymoon. | |
| By Jane, Richmond, B.C. Canada (Guest Post) | |
| RE: Wedding Gift Ideas | 06/12/2006 |
| How about a nice "run-away" weekend -- reserve a room some place that offers special entertainment or add a brochure for events in the area. Flowers in the room, a bottle of wine or a fruit basket would all be nice additions. Plan something they wouldn't normallly do on their own. If they can't use it, give them my email address -- I would love to "run away." (Just kidding!!) Whatever you do for them, I am sure will be great because you are already being thoughtful!! | |
| By Lori (Guest Post) | |
My Brother is getting married in a few weeks and we don't have a lot of extra money for a gift but would like to do something that is sentimental but not too expensive. Does anyone have any different ideas? Thanks!
Mandi from Erie
By K from Oz
By WandaJo
The Art of a Good Marriage
Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens
A good marriage must be created.
In marriage the little things are the big things.
It is never being too old to hold hands.
It is remembering to say 'I Love You' at least once a day.
It is never going to sleep angry.
It is at no time taking the other for granted;
The courtship should not end with the honeymoon,
It should continue through all the years.
It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.
It is standing together facing the world.
It is forming a circle of love that gathers in the whole family.
It is doing things for each other,
Not in the attitude of duty or sacrifice,
But in the spirit of joy.
It is speaking words of appreciation
And demonstrating gratitude in Thoughtful ways.
It is not looking for perfection in each other,
It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding
And a sense of humor.
It is having the capacity to Forgive and Forget.
It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow.
It is a common search fro the good and the beautiful.
It is establishing a relationship in which the independence is equal,
Dependence is mutual and the obligation is reciprocal.
It is not only marrying the right partner,
It is being the right partner.
You don't marry one person, you marry three:
The person you think they are, the person they are,
And the person they are going to become as the result of being married to you.
A good partner is someone who listens to our 'NOTHINGS'
As well as our 'SOMETHINGS
Love is patient, Love is Kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
It is not rude, it is not self-seeking,
It is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.
It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves.
May your two spirits become so entwined as one that when one weeps,
The other tastes the saltiness of the tear.
(06/13/2006)
By Vicki Manis
By Linda
By Bev
By Trix
By Shannon Nanoia
How about using you computer and printer to make up a set of I Am Sorry-Please For Give Me- I Love You So Much and the ever popular Lets Kiss and Make-Up I remember hearing a friend of mine got a set of those cards. They are still together after 10 years.
Oh on the opposiite side of those cards you draw funny faces A Boy And Girl maybe with big eyes or oversized mouths. The idea is for the husband and wife to exchange these cards when they have an argument and they want to make up. I ask my friend once about those cards. He said one time they exchange them they started laughing so hard at the funny faces they forgot to look at the writing on the otherside,. I hope Hallmark doesn't start making them. That is another argument in itself paying 3.50 for a make up card Anyway they are my ideas . I hope they helped and 25 years ago Mr Thrifty said I DO As Mrs. Thrifty keeps reminding him. AH! Where Are My Cards? (06/25/2006)
By Mr. Thrifty
By Sara
A good gift for a new bride in a family is a calendar. Go through the calendar and write in each member of the extended family's birthday, and age if you think people would not mind it. You can even have calendars made with family pictures on them where you have film developed. Add a box of nice birthday cards and a book of stamps. On the blank inside of the back cover list family addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses. This is information a new bride could use.
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