Comments on: Buying a wedding (not shower) gift off-registry.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

I think that’s fine. In my area it’s the norm to give cash so that’s always an option.

By: xx

xx — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

I think that’s a really cool idea, but it really depends on how traditional the couple we are talking about is.

By: kim

kim — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

Very good idea and very thoughtful.just the thoughtfulness will be much appreciated by the couple.

By: grammie

grammie — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

Very nice and thoughtfull gift.

By: diva

diva — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

you should do your 2nd option, it like a sound really good idea, and its something that they will apperciate

By: TweetySweety

TweetySweety — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

This is acceptable
at my brother’s wedding, they took pictures of the ceremony, then actually got them developed and had a photo book wrapped up in time for the reception.
it was actually quite nice
i like the idea of pictures of the ceremony and a digital photo frame
very unique.
that way u can just buy a memory card and some batteries and pop it in there.
no problems.

By: Patti

Patti — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

Acceptable. Since most of the things on the registry are already taken, the couple is very fortunate. Back in my time we didn’t use a registry and was just fortunate to get usable items, sometimes 8 sets of drinking glasses, and 3 blenders. It saves a lot of time returning and trading items. That is a very thoughtful gift, even if they have another it still can be used.

By: halo1633

halo1633 — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

i would do the first option, you don’t want to be scrambling btwn the ceremony and reception and you might not get great pics at the ceremony
the picture frame is a really thoughtful gift, but i think you should include maybe one other thing, maybe not something home related bc that’s what pretty much everyone is going to give them, what’s their favorite restaurant, maybe give them a gift certificate, or get them a couples massage at a local spa for whenever they get back, so they can relive the relaxing honeymoon they spent together

By: curious

curious — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

I think that’s a wonderful idea. Generally, it is custom to buy from the registry because the couple took time to specify their wishes and it saves a lot of time, confusion, and returns or unused gifts. However, since most of the registry is already purchased, your idea is a creative thoughtful alternative. It is a great way to personalize a gift that the couple can use for years to come. Taking pictures at the ceremony is also a great idea. There are likely to be some candid moments that you’ll be able to catch that their photographer will not. What a great idea. Sure beats an impersonal toaster or wine glass set and certainly will last longer and be much more memorable than a monetary gift. Kudos for your ingenuity and thoughtfulness.

By: asmith

asmith — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

That is an AWESOME gift. Just make sure there’s not a digital frame on the registry.