bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Jan 12, 2024 20:19:50 GMT
I hear you on the blanket idea being not a good one. Moving on, any art based ideas? I did see some charcuterie boards that can be personalized on Etsy. I have a stonewear bowl that I got when DH and I got married 25 years ago that I still use and love. Anything else?
So my cousin is getting married in November, and we will not be able to attend the wedding. I'd like to send them a photo blanket as they have posted several travel related photos on their wedding website. or maybe one of their photos blown up onto a canvas?
This is a new one for me any suggestions on photo blankets of quality?
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Post by snyder on Jan 12, 2024 20:23:58 GMT
We have done a few from Shutterly and were happy with them. That's been 5-6 years ago, so hopefully its the same quality now.
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Post by bethany102399 on Jan 12, 2024 20:27:12 GMT
I was looking at wedding options from Etsy, and they have engraved charcuterie boards. This might be another choice as they're both young and trendy and might actually us the thing as compared to mine which has only been used once ;(
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Post by pilcas on Jan 12, 2024 22:43:59 GMT
To be very honest, I would really hate a photo blanket. It just reminds me of the t-shirts gifted to grandmothers with all the kids photos.feels old fashioned to me. I like the charcuterie board much more as a wedding gift. You know their taste better.
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Post by airforcemomof1 on Jan 12, 2024 22:56:41 GMT
I was given a photo blanket and the feel of the blanket is off. Just not a good feel. I guess it’s the fabric. I never use it and wouldn’t even if the feel was ok. I would never give one as a gift.
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Post by littlemama on Jan 12, 2024 23:08:34 GMT
I wouldnt do anything with the couple's photos- if they want a canvas of one, they would already have it. I never think the blankets look good anyway.
If you know that they do charcuterie boards often, a personalized one would be nice.
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Post by KelleeM on Jan 12, 2024 23:24:54 GMT
When my husband passed the funeral home made a blanket for me. It has a background photo of his family’s store and five other photos. It’s beautiful and was a very lovely gesture but it’s folded up in a storage bag under my bed. I would chose a different gift.
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Post by bethany102399 on Jan 12, 2024 23:52:35 GMT
ok guys, different gift it is. They're young(er) and live in their vibrant downtown area. They like to travel so I was thinking something to commemorate their travels.
I don't know them very well this is the youngest of my cousins and the last to get married. He and his siblings were close to my mom, so I feel like I need to get them something that she would have sent. If she were alive I would have been going with her to the wedding. She would have adored sending them some kind of art, which is why I was looking at Etsy.
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Post by anniebeth24 on Jan 13, 2024 1:08:54 GMT
Since the wedding is in November, how about a personalized Christmas ornament or personalized holiday platter? Etsy has tons of those.
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Post by shescrafty on Jan 13, 2024 2:04:12 GMT
Can you see if there is a cooking class for them to take if they like to cook? My husband and I did one in Baltimore. We were for sure the oldest couple there-most were in their 20s. It was very fun!
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Post by caangel on Jan 13, 2024 2:24:27 GMT
For someone I don't know super well my go to is practical ie money or Something from their registry or something from a store with gift receipts. If you want to make it more personal write a nice note in their card.
I'd give based on the couple's needs/wants not your mom's. I'd honor her in a different way.
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Post by hookedonpeas on Jan 13, 2024 4:20:56 GMT
I always get a personalized return address stamp and a gift card. It’s always been well received.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Jan 13, 2024 13:22:18 GMT
I always get a personalized return address stamp and a gift card. It’s always been well received. That’s a great idea since they will have so much correspondence after the wedding - especially all the thank you notes. |
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Post by gramasue on Jan 13, 2024 13:46:19 GMT
In the past, I've grabbed a photo off Facebook, or any of the social media sites, of the couple doing what they love - travel, hiking, sports, etc. and sent it electronically to one of those companies that enlarges the photo and puts it on canvas. These can be just wrapped on a wooden frame, or actually framed. Prices vary, but the website, if you find a local one all the better, shows various framing options, sizes, and pricing.
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Post by peano on Jan 13, 2024 16:29:53 GMT
I know Uncommon Goods has a lot of these personalized items. I remember seeing a map that people can personalize with places they've traveled to. If you're dead set on Etsy, I'm sure they have them too. |
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Post by bethany102399 on Jan 13, 2024 17:26:36 GMT
I know Uncommon Goods has a lot of these personalized items. I remember seeing a map that people can personalize with places they've traveled to. If you're dead set on Etsy, I'm sure they have them too. LOVE uncommon goods, I'll have to check them out as well. |
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Post by wellway on Jan 13, 2024 17:39:47 GMT
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Post by scrapngranny on Jan 13, 2024 18:58:22 GMT
Unless you know their style very well, I would stay away from artsy gifts. A charcuterie board could be an okay idea if you think she would be into it, not everyone is. A good knife set would be something they could use for a long time.
Personalized stuff is not as loved as people think.
Thankfully, you have a long time to think about it, and chose just the right thing.
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Post by lisae on Jan 13, 2024 19:06:56 GMT
Are they not registered somewhere? That's the point of a registry so you don't have to guess what people want. They tell you.
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Post by caangel on Jan 13, 2024 20:41:19 GMT
Personalized stuff is not as loved as people think. So true! Of course there are always exceptions but if you are not sure, don't personalize. Goes for baby gifts too! |
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Post by Zee on Jan 13, 2024 20:51:33 GMT
I agree with money or something from their registry.
I have learned from this board that many people not only don't appreciate artsy or handmade gifts, they actively dislike them and will go on a message board to complain about them! I feel like it's the thought that counts, but I do understand that not everyone wants a gift they won't use just sitting around the house.
My friend gave me a personalized photo blanket with pictures of my pets and I love that thing and still use it 3 years later, but I wouldn't give that for a wedding present. She gave it as a thank you for letting her stay at my house for free (while she was travel nursing at my hospital). As a bonus, one of the cats can't resist it and will sit with me whenever I have it on me. 😍
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Post by auntkelly on Jan 13, 2024 20:55:43 GMT
Have you googled to see if they have a wedding website? If so, there will be links to their registry and you can get them something you know they will love. A lot of couples now register honeymoon experiences such as a sunset cruise or drinks on the beach. Those are fun to give.
If they don’t have a registry, then I think a personalized charcuterie board would be a nice gift.
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Post by Tamhugh on Jan 13, 2024 22:58:48 GMT
Do they travel internationally? If so, maybe nice monogrammed leather passport covers with the new initials on them (if either of them are changing their name). You could put a check or gift card inside.
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Post by caangel on Jan 14, 2024 4:26:56 GMT
If they celebrate Christmas what about an ornament (our first Christmas/bride and groom) in a style that represents your mom. That way if it doesn't fit their home decor it is something small and they can remember her when they decorate the tree. Bonus they may not have many ornaments if they are just starting out so it is practical in that sense. I'd also get a gift off the registry or give money.
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Post by Merge on Jan 14, 2024 21:51:39 GMT
If you don't know them well, I agree with something from their registry or cash. Personalized/artistic gifts should really only come from people who know the couple very well and know their tastes. Signed, the bride who received a pair of pheasant sculptures from a random friend of the family 27 years ago.  |
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