September 2012 Weddings

Gift for FI step mom??

I was just making the guest list for rehearsal dinner and had anxity over the number of people coming and the amount of gifts I need to buy. But that is not my problem, we are obviously giving out our bridal party gifts at the dinner as well as a gift for our officiant (FI cousin) and we are giving our parents embroidered hankerchiefs with a heartfelt saying on them. I never thought about it until now but do we need to give something to my FI stepmom? and if so what would I get her? Advice anyone....

Re: Gift for FI step mom??

  • How close are you and how involved with the planning was she?  

    In general, I would.  I will be getting FIs step mom a gift.  She was a big help in finding the RD location and I know come closer to the big day she will be helpful.  In fact, I helped her set up for FSILs wedding and she loves doing that stuff.  

    What does she enjoy doing?  If cooking, get her a cute cookbook and something for the kitchen etc..  If you want to go down the sentimental route get her some nice picture frames that she can use for family/wedding pics or make a cute photo album.  
  • I would if only to prevent hurt feelings!
  • I would get her a gift.  If she has been in his life for a while then I'm sure she feels as though he is her child too.  At least that is how I feel about FI's son.  It's a nice gesture to say that he appreciates her and she's not just another person there.
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