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Gift Guide: Unique Wedding Gift Ideas

You are invited to a wedding, and you don’t want to give your friends (or family member) just anything on their special day – you want to give them something meaningful. Something more than cash or a can opener – something they can remember their big day by. Some people would splash out for example by giving the happy couple a DJI Mavic Pro so they can capture all of their wedding shots from some fantastic angles, some people would give gifts to remember for example some would consider a full size mattress for the new couple, but some might not be comfortable with that gift.

Not sure what to get then? We can help you find the perfect gift for the new couple!

Monthly Food/Drink Clubs

Get the newlyweds a membership to a food or drink of the month club – there are so many out there to choose from too! It varies anywhere from a Beer of the Month Club to a Wine of the Month Club to Food of the Month Club by William Sonoma.

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If you choose to give the newlyweds a Wine or Beer of the Month Club membership, make sure to research the state laws of where they live about shipping alcohol – it can vary from state to state. Click here for more information from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board about sending wine, spirits and beer.

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We love the options given to us by William Sonoma! There is a wide range in their food selection for your present, from cheese to cookies to pork to croissants and everything in between!

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Something Personalized

The bride and groom will love anything you give them that will remind them of their big day, and a great way to do that is to customize a picture frame, clock or painting – something for them to show off and remind them of their special day.

We love the custom etched glass in the frames … the perfect decoration for a newlywed home!

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Customize a map for the perfect gift to remind the bride and groom of where they have come from to get to their day!

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Or simply to remind them of where they tied the knot.

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We love this one of the downtown Pittsburgh skyline!

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For the Outdoors

Many couples, the great outdoors is their favorite place to be! So encourage their hobbies with these great wedding gifts!

We love the custom corn hole sets … it’s a practical gift that will get a lot of use at future picnics, parties and barbecues!

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The sentimental gifts

Help the bride and groom remember their day with a few of the gifts we have below! We love the idea of remembering landmark dates in their relationship!

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A pillow is a great way to showcase their love as well!

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We love the idea of a Christmas ornament for the newlyweds! A great way to remember their first Christmas as a married couple! A great way to do this is to incorporate the wedding vows, wedding program or invitation in a clear ornament.

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If they already have a house, you can also personalize a hand-painted ornament with their house on it.

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Add labels to your favorite wines to give them to share at different times in their marriage, such as on their first anniversary, first house or first Christmas! (You can also do candles for this gift idea)

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Give them something to greet their guests with!

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We love the idea of giving them a custom-stamp … it is perfect for sending out thank-you’s and holiday cards!

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Find Your Bridal Shower Theme

Prepare for your wedding day with the perfect bridal shower. Themes range from tea parties to brunches to rustic-chic to Breakfast at Tiffany’s – and everything in between. Let us show you how to throw the perfect bridal shower!

A bridal shower garden party is perfect for the spring time! Filled with flowers, tea and tiny sandwiches, this theme is every little girl’s dream tea party!

Decorate your tables with flowers and tea cups!

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Pretty pastels can be used for place settings.

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Incorporate the theme into the decorations, such as a cute bride-to-be sign or a tea pot tower!

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A tea bar is the perfect place for your guests to grab a drink.

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Finger foods are perfect – from scones to sandwiches and everything in between!

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We love these bite-size fruit tarts!

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Serve refreshing pink lemonade or strawberry iced tea to quench your guests’ thirst.

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We love these sweet treats!

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Add champagne to a glass of cotton candy for a fizzy treat everyone will love!

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Don’t forget about party favors! We love these tea cup candles or the assorted teabags and gold-rose teaspoon tea-party favors.

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Have you always wanted to travel to Paris? Bring the City of Lights to your guests with a Paris-inspired bridal shower theme!

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Incorporate the French theme into every aspect of your shower!

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A French-themed crepe bar is perfect!

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Mini quiches or croissant sandwiches are sure to be a hit!

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Make sure to send your guests away dreaming of Paris with these cute ideas for favors!

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Another theme is Love is Sweet – a cute way to treat your guests to a little something sweet!

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Play with color schemes – go bright and bold …

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 … or play with pastels.

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These healthy foods can be incorporated!

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We love these mini Mediterranean appetizers!

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Make sure to have a candy or sweets table! We love these tables from Bella Christie’s!

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Give your guests the option to take away the sweets with these cute bags.

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Or give them pre-wrapped treats!

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