gifts

Gift Giving—acts of human kindness

For most every event, a gift is appropriate. This fine custom adds a warm, human touch. Thought should go into the gift giving process. A gift must reflect personalization, a bit of creativity, or uniqueness. Gifts should be given in the spirit of giving to another for the shear enjoyment of it. Its fun to give a special present to someone! The unexpected gift can be the most fun. Make it special.

While a bride will receive many gifts, she will certainly want to thank her attendants with a token of appreciation. A new business owner might receive a floral arrangement or gift certificates for flowers, dinners, or office supplies. An Open House celebration is also worthy of plant and floral deliveries. Also, when you have been invited to a dinner or event in the home of a friend, it is proper to bring a food-type gift (suggestions below). First Communions dictate an appropriate gift (see below). Gifts to charitable groups include cash or item donation, memorials and honorariums. Sending a card with a handwritten note is always appreciated for many celebrations. Lastly, with today's internet technology, you can certainly e-mail an electronic greeting card for most any occasion.

Display Personalized Wedding Certificate at the Wedding Reception!
(full-standing easel or table-top)

GIFT IDEAS

Birthday's & Birthstone Jewelry Gifts		Wedding Anniversary Gifts
January	Garnet	Year	Traditional	Modern
February	Amethyst	1^st	Paper	Clocks
March	Bloodstone or Aquamarine	2^nd	Cotton	China
April	Diamond	3^rd	Leather	Crystal/Glass
May	Emerald	4^th	Fruit/Flowers	Appliances
June	Pearl/Moonstone, or Alexandrite	5^th	Wood	Silverware
July	Ruby	6^th	Candy/Iron	Wood
August	Sardonyx/Periodt	7^th	Wool/Copper	Desk Sets
September	Sapphire	8^th	Bronze/Pottery	Linens/Lace
October	Opal/Tourmaline	9^th	Pottery/Willow	Leather
November	Topaz	10^th	Tin/Aluminum	Diamond Jewelry
December	Turquoise/Zircon	11^th	Steel	Fashion Jewelry
		12^th	Silk/Linen	Pearls
		13^th	Lace	Textiles/Furs
		14^th	Ivory	Gold Jewelry
		15^th	Crystal	Watches
		20^th	China	Platinum
		25^th	Silver	Silver
		30^th	Pearl	Diamond
		35^th	Coral	Jade
		40^th	Ruby	Ruby
		45^th	Sapphire	Sapphire
		50^th	Gold	Gold

Gifts to bring to the Host/Hostess in their Home

Selection of red or white wine Basket of homemade jams, jellies or relishes

Case of fine imported beer or wine Special crackers and cracker spreads

Box of candy Gourmet cheeses

Freshly made sauces Homemade casserole dish

Tin of cookies Holiday appetizers

Gift Ideas for the Wedding Attendants or Others

Items that are monogrammed or engraved are very appropriate. Some of the below items may be engraved with the Bride and Groom’s name and wedding date.

Men	Women
Pilsner Mugs	Charm Bracelets
Desk Clock	Desk Clock
Watch	Gold Necklace
Engraved Key Chain	Engraved Key Chain
Tie Tack	Monogrammed Pillow Cases
Key Chain	Key Chain
Gift Certificate	Gift Certificate
Leather Wallet	Leather Billfold
Leather Checkbook Cover	Leather Checkbook Cover
Wood Change Holder for Bureau	Silver Vanity Set

GRADUATION GIFTS	GIFTS for a DEBUTANTE
Leather-bound Dictionary	Luggage
Thesaurus	Monogrammed, Sterling Compact
World Atlas	Gold/Silver Earrings
Desk Lamp	Ring
Luggage	Evening Bag
Clock-Radio	Gold Charm or Bangle Bracelets
Telephone Answering Machine	Cashmere Sweater
Gift Certificate for Electronics	Embroidered Night Gown & Accessories
Monogrammed Linen	China or Silver Pieces
Magazine Subscriptions	Cultured Pearls
Computer Desk Chair	Leather Wallet
Umbrella	Personal Notebook w/calendar
Stationery (printed with name)	Gold or Silver Pen and Pencil Set
Silver/Gold Pen and Pencil Set	Stationery (printed with name)
Picture Frames	Concert, Ballet or Opera Tickets
Shares of Stock	Gift Certificates to Clothing Stores
Gift Certificates to Clothing Stores	Silver Dressing Table Set
Desk/Wall Clock	Silver Tea Service Set
Briefcase or Attache' Case	Necklace
Pocket/Desk Calculator	Silver Frames for photographs
CASH---always appropriate	Portrait of the Debutante

Gifts by Interest.........
Give gifts for Pet Lovers! Special things for a dog or cat
Hobby
Travel lovers
Cooking and candy making
Education and School needs
Romance and the Romantic Heart!

1st Communion Gifts	GIFTS for a NUN
Leather-bound Bible	Cash--always appropriate
Rosary	Food and Wine
An engraved Saint's Medal	Gift Certificate
Silver/Gold Cross	Membership in a book or audio club
Frame for photograph	Concert, Ballet or Opera Tickets
A family heirloom gift	Hand-held cassette player
Necklace Chain for girls	Briefcase
Religious Books	House plants
Statutes	Stationery
Key Chain	Soaps, Potpourri & Oils
Savings Bonds	Magazine Subscriptions
Cash	Luggage

Gift Planning