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Many
couples compile a list of their dream gifts to help their guests choose
the bridal gifts they will buy. Guests can then choose something
they know the bridal couple want and avoid duplicating gifts from other
guests.
And it gives the bridal couple an opportunity to build up
complete sets of china, glassware, silverware or linen as guests can
purchase separate pieces or individual settings depending on
their budget.
Bridal lists can be arranged at the bridal registry
of most major department stores and some specialty stores.
Guests can then purchase gifts from the registry by visiting the
store, by phone or online. Alternatively a honeymoon registry can
be arranged with a travel agent or a new idea is a gift voucher, which
the bridal couple can use however they wish. If you don't
want to register, an informal list can be left with the bride's
mother or a member of the bridal party for guests who ask for
gift suggestions.
When choosing the list, select items within a wide price range so that
it is affordable for all your guests. Also select plenty of items so
that your guests have a choice. To let your guests know about
your bridal list enclose a small, discreet, registry card with your
invitation.
Gifts can be delivered to the bride's home before the wedding, or
brought to the reception. Gift vouchers can
also be brought to the reception, a lot more secure than envelopes of
cash. Arrangements will need to be made for a gift table at the
reception venue, and for someone to take the gifts home after the
reception and deliver them to the bridal couple's home.
Thank you cards for gifts received before the wedding should be sent
out within two weeks of the gift's arrival and for other gifts, within
a month of returning from your honeymoon. Personalise each thank you
card by writing a few words about the gift, and if the gift was money
mention how you are planning to spend it.
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