Another bridal party gift post...sorry!

justjesss · August 2015

Ok all, I am thinking about making quilts for my bridal party as their gifts. I am having a guest quilt for people to sign and probably mini quilts as part of the center pieces. So quilts will play a part in the wedding. The gift quilts would not, however, be made to match the wedding colors or anything like that. They would be personalized to each girl's interests. I personally would love to get this as a gift and would consider something like this for a Christmas/birthday gift as well...but I feel like I might be biased so I wanted to reach out for some fresh opinions!
Thanks!!

Penguins1987 · August 2015

I love blankets and love this idea!

justjesss · August 2015

@Penguins1987 thanks! I was scared everyone would hate the idea and I would be back to the drawing board lol

JaxInBlue · August 2015

I think with the something like this, you really need to ask yourself honestly if the people in question would enjoy receiving the quilts. Do they share your interest and enjoyment of them? Would they appreciate the time and energy it will take you to make them? Can they use them?

I don't think in and of itself this is a bad idea, especially if you can coordinate the quilts to the decor style and colors each individual prefers, but I do think that like any other wedding party gift, it's best to remove your wedding, including the fact that you have a quilt motif going on, from your gift choices. What are the interests and hobbies of your bridal party? Would it be better to use those as your primary guide, for example getting the coffee lover some gourmet beans and a French press, or giving the theater lover tickets to an upcoming show? You might be able to supplement a more personalized gift with a smaller quilted item, such as the table runner or table square.

Think about the recipient first, and work back from that.

justjesss · August 2015

JaxInBlue said:
I think with the something like this, you really need to ask yourself honestly if the people in question would enjoy receiving the quilts. Do they share your interest and enjoyment of them? Would they appreciate the time and energy it will take you to make them? Can they use them?

I don't think in and of itself this is a bad idea, especially if you can coordinate the quilts to the decor style and colors each individual prefers, but I do think that like any other wedding party gift, it's best to remove your wedding, including the fact that you have a quilt motif going on, from your gift choices. What are the interests and hobbies of your bridal party? Would it be better to use those as your primary guide, for example getting the coffee lover some gourmet beans and a French press, or giving the theater lover tickets to an upcoming show? You might be able to supplement a more personalized gift with a smaller quilted item, such as the table runner or table square.

Think about the recipient first, and work back from that.

Thanks for the feedback! This is why I am throwing it out there. For me a card and something handmade that will last forever is the most personalized gift possible...needing to find out if others feel the same!

[Deleted User] · August 2015

justjesss said:

I think with the something like this, you really need to ask yourself honestly if the people in question would enjoy receiving the quilts. Do they share your interest and enjoyment of them? Would they appreciate the time and energy it will take you to make them? Can they use them?

I don't think in and of itself this is a bad idea, especially if you can coordinate the quilts to the decor style and colors each individual prefers, but I do think that like any other wedding party gift, it's best to remove your wedding, including the fact that you have a quilt motif going on, from your gift choices. What are the interests and hobbies of your bridal party? Would it be better to use those as your primary guide, for example getting the coffee lover some gourmet beans and a French press, or giving the theater lover tickets to an upcoming show? You might be able to supplement a more personalized gift with a smaller quilted item, such as the table runner or table square.

Think about the recipient first, and work back from that.
Thanks for the feedback! This is why I am throwing it out there. For me a card and something handmade that will last forever is the most personalized gift possible...needing to find out if others feel the same!

I'd love a quilt... IF it was in my colors. I like your idea in combination with working backwards from what people like. For the reader, a lap blanket. For the hostess, a table runner. For the homebody, a wall hanging. I think you can do it, but you need to think carefully about your friends and their likes.

justjesss · August 2015

adk19 said:

justjesss said:

JaxInBlue said:
I think with the something like this, you really need to ask yourself honestly if the people in question would enjoy receiving the quilts. Do they share your interest and enjoyment of them? Would they appreciate the time and energy it will take you to make them? Can they use them?

I don't think in and of itself this is a bad idea, especially if you can coordinate the quilts to the decor style and colors each individual prefers, but I do think that like any other wedding party gift, it's best to remove your wedding, including the fact that you have a quilt motif going on, from your gift choices. What are the interests and hobbies of your bridal party? Would it be better to use those as your primary guide, for example getting the coffee lover some gourmet beans and a French press, or giving the theater lover tickets to an upcoming show? You might be able to supplement a more personalized gift with a smaller quilted item, such as the table runner or table square.

Think about the recipient first, and work back from that.
Thanks for the feedback! This is why I am throwing it out there. For me a card and something handmade that will last forever is the most personalized gift possible...needing to find out if others feel the same!

I'd love a quilt... IF it was in my colors. I like your idea in combination with working backwards from what people like. For the reader, a lap blanket. For the hostess, a table runner. For the homebody, a wall hanging. I think you can do it, but you need to think carefully about your friends and their likes.

Thanks! I am thinking a queen size (ish) quilt for all with patterns/fabrics that match their interest and color preferences.
For the friend that loves all things nautical, a fabric collection in that theme and a quilt pattern w sailboats on it, etc.

JediElizabeth · August 2015

I think this is a lovely idea. A hand-made blanket is one of the most sweet, sentimental gifts I can think of - I still wrap myself up in the blanket my grandmother crocheted for me when I first moved into my own apartment!

I think handmade quilts would be a lovely reminder of your friendship for each of the bridesmaids, especially if you're putting as much thought about them (not the wedding) into them as you sound like you are.

[Deleted User] · August 2015

justjesss said:

justjesss said:

I think with the something like this, you really need to ask yourself honestly if the people in question would enjoy receiving the quilts. Do they share your interest and enjoyment of them? Would they appreciate the time and energy it will take you to make them? Can they use them?

I don't think in and of itself this is a bad idea, especially if you can coordinate the quilts to the decor style and colors each individual prefers, but I do think that like any other wedding party gift, it's best to remove your wedding, including the fact that you have a quilt motif going on, from your gift choices. What are the interests and hobbies of your bridal party? Would it be better to use those as your primary guide, for example getting the coffee lover some gourmet beans and a French press, or giving the theater lover tickets to an upcoming show? You might be able to supplement a more personalized gift with a smaller quilted item, such as the table runner or table square.

Think about the recipient first, and work back from that.
Thanks for the feedback! This is why I am throwing it out there. For me a card and something handmade that will last forever is the most personalized gift possible...needing to find out if others feel the same!

I'd love a quilt... IF it was in my colors. I like your idea in combination with working backwards from what people like. For the reader, a lap blanket. For the hostess, a table runner. For the homebody, a wall hanging. I think you can do it, but you need to think carefully about your friends and their likes.
Thanks! I am thinking a queen size (ish) quilt for all with patterns/fabrics that match their interest and color preferences. For the friend that loves all things nautical, a fabric collection in that theme and a quilt pattern w sailboats on it, etc.

Small warning. My favorite colors are pink and purple. But if you got me a quilt that was pink and purple, I probably wouldn't be able to do anything with it other than snuggle under it on snowy days on the couch. Because while pink and purple are totally my colors, nothing in my home includes those colors. My living/dining/kitchen colors are black/gray/red; my master bedroom is gray/yellow; my guest bedrooms are Navy and the other is Orange. Also, my master bedroom includes a King size bed, so your queenish size quilt wouldn't work on it. So, I'm just warning you because it would be a shame to put so much love and thought into a quilt that has your girls' personalities all over them and have them not able to display them in the way they're meant to be displayed.

julieanne912 · August 2015

I would like it, as long as it fit my home's colors.

But like others have said, I would take into account not just their interests/colors, but the style of their home. I like quilts now as my home has a bit more of a rustic feel, but if it was 10 years ago it would have gotten folded up and put in a closet, or used underneath a duvet for extra warmth as my style back then was a very modern/city chic kind of thing.

LD1970 · August 2015

I adore this and want to be your bridesmaid. Wow!

My tastes and house are REALLY eclectic, so anything would work. I've never believed in theming a room or keeping everything in one style, like modern versus rustic or country. I believe in having everything that strikes me right.

thisismynickname2 · August 2015

I also vote for loving the idea if you take everyone's home style into consideration.

At my parents' home, they have several (Mom-made) quilts hanging on a blanket rack (so handy!) and having them displayed in a way fits the eclectic style of the house. If someone made one for me, it would be stored in the closet and only pulled out when I need to use it, because my current decor wouldn't go with a quilt.

Either way, I'm sure they'll be used, just don't be offended if they're stored out of sight, KWIM?

OliveOilsMom · August 2015

Also, make sure you give yourself enough time to complete all of the quilts and any other wedding planning/DIY crafts that are needed for it. I'd hate for you to complete one less quilt than you need and you give say 3 out of 4 BM their gifts and the other gets an IOU.

justjesss · August 2015

Thanks all! Wedding isn't until March so I have plenty of time

None of my girls really have a decor "theme" and I have been to all their houses many many times with the exception of finance's sister and could tell you where they keep their plates and their refrigerator organization style

With that and all the super awesome feedback (thank you!!!) I'm feeling good about this!

AddieCake · August 2015

I would love this gift.

Pupatella · August 2015

I agree with PP's that this would be an amazing gift!! A personal touch, and very thoughtful. Love it!!

zitiqueen · August 2015

I'd much rather be given a quilt than a personalized robe!

[Deleted User] · September 2015

Fiance's great aunt is getting us a quilt. Neither of us are excited. She likes quilts and buys them to support a charity she is involved with.

Whatever; she can give what she wants. And once it is ours we are free to do with it what we want, which may very well be to donate it.

This is very much a know your crowd thing.

JediElizabeth · September 2015

FeeleyToBe said:

Fiance's great aunt is getting us a quilt. Neither of us are excited. She likes quilts and buys them to support a charity she is involved with. Whatever; she can give what she wants. And once it is ours we are free to do with it what we want, which may very well be to donate it. This is very much a know your crowd thing.

As far as a gift goes, I don't know that I would appreciate a quilt someone bought me as much as other gifts. But one that was made for me? I'm sentimental enough that it means an awful lot for someone to put that much love and care into something for me. I think that's what makes this such a good gift.

missa011 · September 2015

My aunt knits all the nieces/nephews throws when they get married/move in together and I am looking forward to it so much. Usually she will ask parents about colors, but sometimes just goes with neutrals. I'd say (as someone pointed out) if someone's fav colors are neon orange and blue, maybe go with a neutral. This is still an awesome idea and I would love to get it!!

Another bridal party gift post...sorry!

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