Wishing well wedding
Same as a gift
Makes sense rather than getting a lot of gifts that are not needed. Just put in the amount in cash that you would have spent on a gift.
Belinda Joy
Sadly, yes
Sadly this seems to be the norm. When I got married I loved having a wedding registry and I still have the gifts. I treasure these as reminders of my guests’ loving thoughtfulness and our beautiful day.
Lilly Kathryn
Sounds good
It sounds like a good idea and better than getting three toasters!
Elizabeth Fruin
Ask the couple
Yes, a lot of people do this, but you could always ask the couple if there
is anything they need that you could buy as you don’t feel comfortable using the wishing well.
Gail Bianconi
Much easier
Yes it’s the norm. I prefer to give cash. It’s so much easier than trying to work out what to buy.
Karla Luhrs
New to me
It’s a new idea for me, but I suggest you give what you would spend on a gift and put it in an envelope, no need to sign it if you don’t want too.
Vivienne Graham
Cover the meal
I give what I’d spend on a
meal at a nice restaurant. Couples these days have all the homewares they need.
Marilyn Roberts
Wonderful memories
We have been married 50 years, and I still use most of our gifts. Every time I think of the person who gave it. It’s wonderful. While I get times have changed, I think it’s a shame today’s brides won’t have that memory.
Linda Fynn
Seems rude
It’s not how we once did things. When I first encountered a wishing well I thought it was rude, but it seems it’s quite the norm!
Cheryl Lewis
Your presence counts
I’d say $50 to $100 is pretty normal, but if that is out of your budget, don’t feel bad about it. Your presence is much more important than your presents.
Laura Ivy Miller
Keep it anonymous
Put in what you want. You don’t have to put your name on it. I put a blank envelope with cash in the well and give a separate card.
Angela Gibbons
Great idea
I think it is a wonderful idea. I was married pre wishing wells and received eight casserole dishes.
Dee Em Bee
Greedy people
I’ve seen people expect gifts and have a wishing well.
Jessica Eyre
Gift card
Instead of cash, get a gift voucher to your budget and throw that down the well.
Mel Bacon