Whenever anyone decides to tie the proverbial knot they usually mark this by having a great marriage party. Costs for this kind of function can verge on the extortionate but for those who want to carry on the normal traditions, looking out for cheap wedding favors is a good way to cut the costs. bridal shower invitation also add to the overall cost but since many people take this opportunity to give great gifts, these costs reap their own rewards.
Small gifts that the bride and groom give to each guest as appreciation for taking the time to attend, take very many forms. However, clever planning means that the couple will be able to save some cash here.
If they are clever, they can utilize the seating marker as the gift as long as it is something that everyone will like and treasure. Silver heart shaped photo frames, for example, can have the name of the guest on and when the function is over, they simply take it home to fill with a favorite print or one of the happy couple.
Other photo frames for the same use will look wonderful in etched glass. For formal events they can be covered with Calla lilies. For casual marriage ceremonies, they could probably have country style flowers etched onto the glass. Indeed, whatever the style of the function, there is usually a small frame that will match in with the decorations beautifully.
For those who just love candlelight, and there are few who do not, there are some superb sets of sailboats in frosted glass that holds one tea light each. Since these come in sets of four, this could be the ideal time to save money by putting one at each place setting, and then ask the guests to take one at the end of the meal. Buying things in sets normally means that the gift will be far cheaper to buy and therefore save on expenses.
For more candle gifts, look at some with a clever motif or with flowers that match those at the bridal party. Vase shaped candles with Calla lilies emblazoned on them make super souvenirs of the day. Even tiny teacups complete with saucers which hold one single tea light will be admired by all and treasured for sure. Families who attend the function in some numbers will end up with a complete tea set!
For the couple who want to finish off this gift and give it a lovely finish, they can also have small boxes made to fit the gift with perhaps the names of the bride and groom on. Or there initials and date of the day to remind guests of the anniversary dates.
Of course, these small gifts can take many forms, from ‘love’ pizza cutters to shoe shaped bottle openers. Whatever it is, and particularly if it will be used by the recipients, the guests will appreciate having something practical that they can use at home. It does not have to be expensive, but as they say it is the thought that counts, and they would much rather the couple spend their money on their new lives together.
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