What 's a great wedding gift for under $50? under $100?

Question

Modbride...that might be true, unless you've know them for a long time in which case you know what their tastes gravitate toward----like a family member

Answer 1

modbride, speak for yourself - that isn't true for the majority. a gift that shows someone has taken the time and effort to buy something meaningful is the best gift. cash? in our circle its something someone throws in an envelope 'cause they can't be bothered to shop.

now in answer to your query, my mum and dad say, and i happen to agree, the best gift they give is a young tree. whether it be a lilac, a sycamore, a maple, a weeping willow, it is something that the happy couple will watch mature and grow as they do.
for condo owners the folks often purchase smaller trees, and shrubs. roses, azaleas, that kind of thing.
and the gift can fit any budget! whether its fifty, a hundred, or five hundred dollars!

Answer 2

Plants!

I bought this Jasmine plant from Hirt's back in February 2011. It arrived about 4' tall and a little worse for the wear given the cold temps in February. I kept it warm and watered in my little make-shift indoor greenhouse and then moved it outside in May. It's been potted on my porch since May and today, 8/16/11 it is over 6' tall and it has blooms that have no smell whatsoever! That is, until the sun goes down... Once it gets dark outside this plant releases it's sweet fragrance for the entire neighborhood to enjoy! I can't believe how beautiful the smell. You would not want this plant in the house as the fragrance would be too overwhelming for cetain. Nonetheless, what an awesome specimen. Asthetically speaking, quite honestly, it's not the most beautiful plant I own. It is however, by far and away, the most fragrant!! I am more than pleased with this plant!

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Answer 3

That fella, a lawyer that represented OJ, Johnny Shapiro, I think it is, just announced the on-line legal service "LegalZoom".

Well, find out if a prenuptial agreement service is available for them, if it is, arrange (on a personal basis), such a document. Not only would they meet a celebrity but also be covered with any future cost of making such a document.

To save money, they could arrange an appointment during their honeymoon, (talk about futuristic thinking huh?)

It may sound somewhat cruel at this time, but consider it "tough love" as so many marriages go bust.

For the giver of such a carefully planned gift, this is a money saver too, i.e.,
On each and every anniversary that they are together, have the agreement professionally inscribed as a testament to the givers wisdom and as proof-positive that the happy couple outlasted all the odds.

PS: With a paper like that, they should last "till death do you part."
;-)

Answer 4

that all depends on the couple, do they already live together, so they already have a furnished home..... If so the typical presents are all moot. Maybe a nights stay at a bed and breakfast, they range from 50 $ per night on up. I am going to amish country and am only spending 95$ per night on the most quant little place. You can get them tickets to an amusement park. Or A check for 100 (or whatever) is nice also it helps with the expenses they have racked up in the previous months while planning the wedding.. Under 50 I would say get them a sign for there home that says there last name and established 2007. They are nice for the outside of the home and it gives them a present signifying the union,

Answer 5

Over 440 answers, I doubt you'll see this... (Hopefully you will!!)

But ModBride is right... a lot of couples would rather have cash... so they can spend it on their honeymoon...

Since you really didn't like that idea... here's what I get for the happy couple when I don't have much money to spend...

Candles (in Vanilla or Cinnamon, or non scented... in case someone is sensitive to scents like my hubby & I) with holders. (If not already in a jar or holder.)

If I didn't go to a bridal shower or need more items to make it worth the while... I'll then I go to the kitchen gadget isle & get vegetable peeler & some wooden like (white nylon) spoons. (The ones you can stir kool-aid with... among other things!) & I then look to see if anything else catches my eye. Such as bag clips.
Another thing, if I have the money, I'll find a nice picture frame. (Every couple needs at least ONE!!)

I usually go to Wal-Mart & spend about $20 or so. (Sometimes including card.) You can go other places... but if you're looking to save money, that's the best place.

Then I put in the card: "These items are things you can always use duplicates of!!"

I always get special "Thank You's" from the couple saying how much they enjoy the candles & mentions it's something they may not have thought of!!

Answer 6

Well it all depends on if they already live together or not. If they don't any gift for their home would be great if they do , you might want to see if they are registered at a store so you can get an idea of their taste. There are some many gifts that are universal unless the couple is very picky in which case you might suggest that they register or find out what stores they frequent a lot and maybe get them a gift certificate.

Answer 7

I am not an advocate on giving a gift that they absolutely have to love!! There were many gifts that I received that I wondered about, but you know, everything has it's time a place (well, almost, anyhow!). We are going to a wedding in Sept and have purchased an electronic frame that you put the memory card in and it plays all your pictures on a slideshow type of deal.

Also, it is not necessary to purchase a wedding gift as far as etiquette is concerned, but of course you do as a form of tradition.

Being asked for cash is not my cup of tea, although it is being done more and more. I feel that it has become a lazy way to think about the couple and also if you are hosting a wedding, honeymoon and all the expenses that go with it, you should be prepared financially for this. They get lots of money raised for them through the Jack and Jills or Stag and Does.

Answer 8

The gift registry is never the wrong way to go. However, if you want something that will be more memorable for the long term, how about holiday decorations? When those times of the year roll around couples are often strapped for cash and don't have the extra money to purchase those types of items. Additionally, you can pick up a variety of items that are generally pleasing to most people and can include some that you've made yourself. Memories and usage of those items will be long-term.

Answer 9

A 16 oz. Jar Candle from a Hallmark Store.
Oil Lamp with Oil
Candy Dish
Adult Spa Set
Swiss Colony.com Has Gifts
Christmas Ornament in the usa Hallmark Stores has them out now.7/19/20

Answer 10

A few years ago, I gave a gift that the couple still raves about. Find an inexpensive basket (as unique as you chose and flea markets are a great place to find a bunch -cheap!). Line the basket with 2 kitchen-type towels and fill the basket with a set of 2 champagne flutes, a bag of Pepperidge Farm-type cookies, a small round of cheese, a small fork & knife set with cutting board, chocolate covered strawberries, and a nice bottle of wine. (If alcohol is not acceptable, you can purchase a bottle of Welch's Sparkling Grape Juice -white or red- its yummy!) You can use craft straw, "easter grass", or shredded colored paper to fill in the gaps and decorate with a bow at the top handle of the basket. All these things you can color coordinate to their taste (or to match their wedding colors) and can find at discount stores for a few bucks a piece (Dollar General Stores, Big Lots, etc.). Present it to the couple with a tag stating that this is their "Honeymoon Basket." They will be able to use it for the honeymoon, but can use the flutes, fork/knife/cutting board set, and the basket repeatedly -- anytime the want to have a spontaneous, romantic getaway! This is way closer to $50 than $100!

Answer 11

If this is a very young couple and they are setting up their first household it is fun to give a kitchen basket that has all the stuff you need when you set up your first kitchen...they might get crystal, pots and pans, appliances both large an small, all that fancy stuff...but what about dish towels and dish soap, a can opener and a cork screw, paper towels and spices, oven mitts and trivets, grocery list pad on a magnet for the fridge, all that dinky stuff we all just take for granted and automatically expect to find in the kitchen...go through yours and think about what you use every day and couldn't get along without...they might get some fancy silverwear but what about a spatula, a whisk or a set of good old fashion wood spoons, Ziploc bags and aluminum foil and don't forget and seal n save...then you could get right down to the nitty gritty and go for the cookie jar and the muffin tins...see how the list can go on...AND because you just want to give then a practical kind of help you can get all of these things at the dollar store; get some stuff that will hold up for a couple of years and give them plenty of good use out of serviceable items that will work great until they gradually get their own style, etc...but don't be surprised if they keep on using it. Some of that stuff in the dollar store is better than stuff you have to pay full price for. Its an idea.