Put your money in and close the envelope? Can be done, does not have to be. A money gift for a wedding can be wrapped in a very original way with creativity and joy. We present ideas to you – to do it yourself or to buy.
Weddings are not only something special for the newlyweds, the invited guests are also looking forward to celebrating this event with the happy couple. In order to sweeten the start of married life for the newlyweds, guests bring loving gifts with them. Sometimes a bride and groom want money for the wedding or they want to give money themselves and thus support the purchase of a house, the honeymoon or starting a family.
Giving money as a gift – that doesn’t sound very personal at first, but it doesn’t have to be! On the one hand, the couple may really need the money (even weddings are usually expensive!) And, on the other hand, gifts of money for the wedding can be designed creatively and individually – so that it also suits the couple.
We present you creative ideas on how you can pack money gifts: from simple and funny to original craft ideas to possible gift ideas to buy and fill.
Wedding money gift – made easy
A wedding gift does not have to be expensive to be personal. This is proven by these beautiful ideas:
Picture Frame
A picture frame with banknotes is now one of the classic gifts of money. No wonder, it can be designed individually!
- To do this, you can simply fold the banknotes to hearts and stick them next to each other (e.g. with adhesive tape).
- Alternatively, you can fold the banknotes into a dress and a shirt with a tie.
- An equally nice idea: In the middle you write the names of those willing to marry and their wedding day. All around you place flowers – some artificial and some made of bills.
- The possibilities to design a picture frame are innumerable. A photo of the couple is also a great idea, and a small garland of banknotes runs across the picture.
Metal ring
What also works is a metal ring into which you pull neat ribbons. In turn, you attach the money to these or you can embellish the ring with the macrame technique – so the couple can later hang it up in the common house (here you can find instructions for such a DIY wall decoration).
canvas
Another nice idea is to put the money on a canvas. This can be a canvas that has already been printed or one that you have painted, a nice saying for the wedding and / or congratulations are really good.
anchor
So that both of them stay safe in the marriage port: Decorate an anchor with banknotes and write a short personal dedication or name and date on it.
Lucky bag
In addition to the banknotes, put a few funny objects in it, maybe a lucky pig, heart-shaped candies, etc.
Motif box
It doesn’t take a lot of crafting talent for this gift. Get a motif cardboard box and fill it with folded notes and a small greeting!
Gravel box
Mice, moss, gravel – and of course a few real bills conjure up an eye-catcher with little effort.
Money gifts for handicrafts
Making a wedding present is a beautiful gesture. The following ideas can be made by yourself and only require a little tact:
Bonboniere
Wow, that makes an impression: butterflies flying out of a candy jar,
Vase of money flowers
The vase is quickly obtained, afterwards flowers still want to be tinkered with bills. The couple will benefit from these flowers for a longer time.
Rain of money
A different kind of reserve parachute! The money is attached to the struts of the umbrella – the bride and groom certainly have nothing against these weather conditions.
Mini garden
Are you looking for a funny and unusual gift? A herb garden will certainly make for a few laughs for the bride and groom, but also for other guests.
Suitcase full of money
A small (toy) suitcase is the perfect gift of money for a wedding: fill it with sand, shells and coins. Optional: message in a bottle. Here, too, money could easily be accommodated.
Pies
Above all, it is diaper cakes that are known and loved as gifts. For a cash gift for the wedding, the idea is just as wonderful!
Hot air balloon
The newlyweds are probably on cloud nine anyway, so a hot air balloon is sure to be a hit. You can find out how to make a hot air balloon here.
Gravel can
It doesn’t matter whether the couple has a home with or without a garden, because they are guaranteed to be happy about a gravel can.
Cash flow
A tap out of which money flows? Perfect for a start into married life, right ?!
Explosion box
An explosion box is something very special! Those who take the time for this loving design and are not afraid of work will show the bride and groom how important they are to you. The design of the box is entirely up to you, in the middle there could also be a small folding box with money or a small paper wedding cake.
Psst: Anyone who has two left handicrafts can buy an explosion box ready-made!
Easy peasy! Money gifts to buy
If time is short, it sometimes makes sense to buy something ready-made in order to keep the effort low. These ideas come into question:
Money box
The good old piggy bank – why not! About a filled Money box the newly married couple is definitely happy. In addition, money boxes can also be individually designed, e.g. B. with the names of the two.
Piggy bank with counter
How much more to the million? Well, maybe that’s too much of a good thing! Nevertheless, the two can im measuring cup see their savings grow.
canvas
Instead of a canvas To label yourself, you of course also have the option to buy a pre-printed one. With some online providers, the motifs can be freely selected!
pillow
A Wedding pillows is easy to purchase online. All you have to do is roll the banknotes and fasten them – and the wedding present is ready!
Engraved glasses
Champagne glasses make a lot of difference with their beautiful shape. With an engraving you get a personal touch. You can fold the money and put it inside, maybe fill it up with some sand or decorative sand beforehand.
Personalized treasure chest
A small Treasure chest with a personal dedication looks classy and later fits well into every household – and will always be a nice memory of the wedding.
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Folding banknotes – what figures are there?
The folding technique turns your gift ideas into original eye-catchers! Bills can be folded e.g. B. to:
- heart
- butterfly
- dress
- shirt
- Tie
- trousers
- Balloons
- ship
- fish
- Candles
- Roses
- Tulips
We explain here how you can fold bills to your heart. You can find further instructions on this, for example, on Pinterest!
How much do you give for a wedding?
How high the amount should be depends on various aspects:
- How close is the relationship?
- How is the celebration?
- Does the guest have to travel from a great distance?
- What is the general state of the guest’s finances?
You are invited because the couple would like you to be there at the wedding – the gift is irrelevant. And nobody will be upset if the amount is not very high.
If you have a close family or friendship relationship, the amount of money can be higher. This is definitely lower for colleagues or acquaintances. Even if you are a student, trainee or similar at the time of the wedding is not expected to give a large sum of money.
If the guest has a relatively long journey and bears the costs completely himself, he should also not overtax the gift of money. After all, the person spared a lot of time and effort in spite of everything at the wedding.
The celebration takes place on a small scale z. If, for example, a run-of-the-mill restaurant is around the corner, the cash gift is not as generous as at a large celebration in a noble location.
- Friend / colleague / student: 30 to 50 euros
- Good friends: from 50 euros and up
- Close family: from 100 euros and up
Tip: The costs for a guest at the wedding (per capita costs) have established themselves as an orientation for the sum of money gifts. However, the range is very large and can easily be between 35 and 150 euros.
Sayings for money gifts for the wedding
Are you getting married and want to tell your guests in a nice way that you would rather have money than things? No problem! With these nice sayings, nobody can resist trying to make you happy:
- “Dear guests, please be so kind, our household is complete. If you want to make us happy, let our piggy bank laugh.“(Unknown)
- “If you ask yourself, ‘What should I buy?’, You don’t have to pull your hair out. Leave the plates, cups, and pots and put something in the envelope! “(Unknown)
- “If the question arises about gifts, we ask you to consider that we didn’t have a lot of time to save when we were young. We’d like to have something in our savings stocking. “(Unknown)
- “We invite you, you will think: ‘What can only be given to the bride and groom?’ The household items are already completely complete, and the apartment is also very nice. Pocket money for the young couple to flit around the world.“(Unknown)