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Gift for MIL's wedding - no registry

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My MIL is getting remarried and since she already has a house and is pretty established she did not create a registry. We could give them cash but I feel like that's kind of impersonal and I rather give a gift but I"m not sure what to get. This would be a joint gift from my fiance and me. I was thinking maybe a canvas photo with a picture of them on it or a certiicate for a weekend getaway somewhere. Her husband to be is in remission for lung cancer so they don't get out much. Also, how much is appropriate to spend? I was thinking maybe $100 each from my FI and myself. Any gift suggestions? 
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Re: Gift for MIL's wedding - no registry

  • lyndausvilyndausvi mod
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    I would give an experience gift.  Dinner at a nice restaurant, movie or live theater tickets.  Sometimes Groupon or Living Social has some great long weekend at a resort deals around your area. Stuff like that.






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  • Summer2011BrideSummer2011Bride member
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    As far as how much to spend, that totally depends on how much you can afford. With our salaries and expenses, plus how often we are invited to weddings, we cannot personally afford more than $75 for each wedding. I know some people who drop $300-400 on each wedding gift. It's totally dependent upon budget and what you feel comfortable spending.

    I agree that an experience gift might be nice, like a weekend away somewhere you know they enjoy going to, or a gift certificate to their favorite restaurant.


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  • gailpetegailpete member
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    I would do an experience gift.  Either a gift card to their favorite restaurant or a weekend at a nearby B&B would be nice. That way they can decide what will work best for them, based on how her FI is feeling.  Do what you can afford.
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