is this a good/bad idea for bmaid gifts

kristid2 · March 2010

Let me start by saying I have 6 girls (not to mention 2 flowergirls in my wedding) I was thinking about getting them a $25 gift card to a place they like (bookstore for those who read, restaurant, etc....) and then maybe a frame with a favorite picture, and a personalized note. I would love to get them all really nice things but it's just not in the budget. When I threw out this idea out, i got a very negative response from some people. I'm just not into the monogrammed bags, jewelry etc and would rather spent money on something they will use instead of the traditional gifts we've all recieved before and promptly threw in a drawer.

gottahavashorti · March 2010

I can't tell you whether or not they would like it. I love getting gift cards because then I have money to spend at places I like and I'm forced to spend some "fun" money on myself, but other people find them impersonal.

stina93446 · March 2010

I personally LOVE it when brides give gcs instead of jewelry and bags. I will DEFINITELY use a starbucks card, while I won't use a mongrammed bag ever. The picture frame and the note is sweet too.

suz62984 · March 2010

Agreed with Gotta, esp. if you aren't into the traditional jewelry and monogram stuff.

trix1223 · March 2010

Good idea. Do it.

KatyRoseM · March 2010

I am one of those people who finds gcs impersonal, it doesn't have to cost much, but find something for them, the frames sound good, especially with a picture of you and them in it, personally I would love that.

aerinpegadrak · March 2010

I think the frame and the note makes the gift a bit more personalized. I also think that if you get each one a different GC according to her interests, it shows that you put a little more thought into it than if you get them all a gift to the same store. Sounds like you have the right idea.

bablingbrooke · March 2010

I think it's a great idea. Personalizing gifts (really personalizing like you are, not monogramming some piece of junk to "personalize" it) is always a good way to go.

lalap69 · March 2010

Love it. I've received a monogrammed bag - I never use it. GCs you can always use and I like the idea of including the personal note and picture to personalize it.

wcvsb3b5 · March 2010

I like this idea because you are giving them a gift card (something they will use) with something personal (frame, pic, note). I think it's perfect!

mbcdefg · March 2010

I would like that gift a lot.

is this a good/bad idea for bmaid gifts

Re: is this a good/bad idea for bmaid gifts

Choose Another Board

Search Boards