Need a good shower gift...pleaseeee!

LOVE the basket ideas! So cute.

Honestly, you guys freaking ROCK.

How about the Laundry Basket Poem? Here's how it goes. All words in bold you put those items in the laundry basket and when you read the poem out loud you hold up each item as you get to it. This is one of my favorite presents.

We gather together with you to celebrate the dawn of a new era. Marriage is a journey. Some days it will be pure joy but let's take a moment and talk about the others.

There may come a time when you realize your big brawny guy isn't necessarily Mr. Clean. When this and other little glitches occur, don't shout or send up an SOS. Go easy-on
Him. Hopefully the Tide will change quickly, tensions will vanish, and things will bounce back to normal.

We think you and ____ are a fantastic couple with a zest for life and a sincere appreciation for each other. We fully support you as you and ____ pledge to spend your lives as one.

We wish you all the best... Including love, happiness and lots of time to snuggle.

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Posted by florezpeeps

at the shower i threw for my aunt this past march, one of her fsil did the wine basket and did the poem with each bottle for an occasion, the other fsil did the candle basket that also has a poem, very symbolic, i will look for it for you~brb...

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Yeah, we're doing that already (as a bridal party). That WASSSSSSSSS going to be MY gift....but they hijacked it from me.

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Posted by florezpeeps

at the shower i threw for my aunt this past march, one of her fsil did the wine basket and did the poem with each bottle for an occasion, the other fsil did the candle basket that also has a poem, very symbolic, i will look for it for you~brb...

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I LOVE THAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted by Mizzdimple

you know whats a great idea....do the household basket poem

buy all items and read it to her as she opens basket

Dear (Bride's Name):
You are entering a new ERA
There will come a THYME in your marriage when you find (Groom's name) is not always MR CLEAN.
But dont send out the S.O.S because he may VANISH.
(Groom's name) will always bring you CHEER and you will find that he is you white DOVE.
When you are together you will find JOY.
So remember your PLEDGE and give him your ALL.
To (Bride and Groom)
The best of luck & Good Fortune in the years to come.
And may (Groom) always be your HONEY

or


It is only fair that we let 'Sarah' in on a little SECRET. 'Mike' may be FANTASTIC but wait until she finds out that he is not MR. CLEAN. He'll expect her to be a DYNAMO in the kitchen and he thinks all women should MOP & GLOW. At night he'll wake you up at DAWN to SNUGGLE up close. We all AGREE that 'Sarah' and 'Mike' will have a very happy LIFE together. Our wish for you is that your home be filled with JOY and you remain as happy as ever in the FUTURE.

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lol I guess I'm a little late with my reply

A basket of candles tha come in a pair
In all different colors, for you two to share
The white ones burn first
They are wrapped in white lace
To celebrate your first married night
In your new chosen place.
The green pair is taller, and also much thinner
Burn with the first company you have over for dinner
The dark blue candles are for after your first fight
Use them to burn while making up all night
Pink candles set the mood and pave the way
For your first married Valentine's Day
Now, when your first year of marriage is through
the cream anniversary pair will light for you two.
Red candles aflame, both your futures are bright
Celebrate promotions you've worked toward with all of your might.
By this time we hope, maybe, just maybe
You can light the purple ones, on the birth of your baby.
And just when you thought you'd put these away
Take the light blue ones out for your fifth anniversary day.
Now just one more pair left for the big 25
The anniversary pair that will keep your love alive.
Congratulations bride and groom (enter names)
On the start of your forever
May the two of you always be happy together
And burn these candles
Just the way we said
But please don't forget - blow them out before bed!!

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Posted by beachbum05

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Posted by florezpeeps

at the shower i threw for my aunt this past march, one of her fsil did the wine basket and did the poem with each bottle for an occasion, the other fsil did the candle basket that also has a poem, very symbolic, i will look for it for you~brb...

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Yeah, we're doing that already (as a bridal party). That WASSSSSSSSS going to be MY gift....but they hijacked it from me.

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i thought they just hijaked the wines, i posted the candle poem just in case

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Posted by AMGBride2008



http://stores.ebay.com/Willow-Creek-Sign-Company

I odn't know if they have rush delivery though.

You can always do a BBB giftcard or an AMEX giftcard.

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I LOVE this, what an original gift

Honestly, I am so grateful to you ladies. I have so many fantastic ideas.


Thank you!!!

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Posted by MikeandJess

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Posted by AMGBride2008



http://stores.ebay.com/Willow-Creek-Sign-Company

I odn't know if they have rush delivery though.

You can always do a BBB giftcard or an AMEX giftcard.

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I LOVE this, what an original gift

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yea me too...def getting this for a few friends! CHRISTMAS GIFTS MUCH?!

What is the wine poem?

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Posted by FutureMrs.T

What is the wine poem?

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oh, i'll get it for you, brb~

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Posted by FutureMrs.T

What is the wine poem?

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they put tulle on the wine bottles on this one:

Wedding Night- (white tulle)

The night you have dreamed of is finally here.
The future surrounds you with hope and yet fear.
You’ve wanted so long to find your mate.
Sip this wine and toast this date.
The night is meant for you to share.
Enjoy each other a perfect pair.


First Dinner party- (gold tulle)

As you open your home to all of your friends to entertain and eat.
It’s a place for old friends to catch up and new ones to meet.
When the night is over two great hosts can share this bottle of wine.
But don’t sit down yet pull up your sleeves because now it’s clean up time.

First fight- (black tulle)

When fights occur as they sometimes will and tempers are steaming hot.
Pour a glass take a sip and be thankful for what you’ve got.
For in a marriage if everyone agreed it would certainly be a bore.
And by asking for my friends hand Jordan’s surely in for more!

Christmas Eve- (red and green tulle)

A wise man turned to a friend and said wine is better than beer.
And now is the season for friends and fun and lots of holiday cheer.
So pop the cork and relax a bit and when the night is through,
kiss goodnight, close your eyes and Santa will be good to you.

First Anniversary- (cream tulle)

Tonight you’ve been married a year one wonders where the time goes.
No longer are you newlyweds, soon you’ll be pro’s.
I hope the days have found you both in good health and spirit.
Keep saying I love you one always needs to hear it.
Now toast this date known as the first but certainly not the last.
And as you build your future don’t ever forget the past.

1st Baby-(pink and blue tulle)

The news that a baby will soon share your life will make you a mother not only a wife.
You’ll see it through good times and sometimes bad.
Leslie the loving mother, and Jordan the dearest dad.
Now Jordan must drink this one alone, and Leslie with empty glass.
Sit back and relax nine months they quickly pass!

I dont know if there will be time for this, but I had to add it....

A friend of ours (thanks trey) got us this for our engagement party. It was one of my most absolute favorite gift hands down. I cannot wait until we have our own place and we put our wedding picture in it. She got us the black with white writing and it's gorgeous!!!!

Click here to see frame

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Posted by florezpeeps

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Posted by FutureMrs.T

What is the wine poem?

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they put tulle on the wine bottles on this one:

Wedding Night- (white tulle)

The night you have dreamed of is finally here.
The future surrounds you with hope and yet fear.
You’ve wanted so long to find your mate.
Sip this wine and toast this date.
The night is meant for you to share.
Enjoy each other a perfect pair.


First Dinner party- (gold tulle)

As you open your home to all of your friends to entertain and eat.
It’s a place for old friends to catch up and new ones to meet.
When the night is over two great hosts can share this bottle of wine.
But don’t sit down yet pull up your sleeves because now it’s clean up time.

First fight- (black tulle)

When fights occur as they sometimes will and tempers are steaming hot.
Pour a glass take a sip and be thankful for what you’ve got.
For in a marriage if everyone agreed it would certainly be a bore.
And by asking for my friends hand Jordan’s surely in for more!

Christmas Eve- (red and green tulle)

A wise man turned to a friend and said wine is better than beer.
And now is the season for friends and fun and lots of holiday cheer.
So pop the cork and relax a bit and when the night is through,
kiss goodnight, close your eyes and Santa will be good to you.

First Anniversary- (cream tulle)

Tonight you’ve been married a year one wonders where the time goes.
No longer are you newlyweds, soon you’ll be pro’s.
I hope the days have found you both in good health and spirit.
Keep saying I love you one always needs to hear it.
Now toast this date known as the first but certainly not the last.
And as you build your future don’t ever forget the past.

1st Baby-(pink and blue tulle)

The news that a baby will soon share your life will make you a mother not only a wife.
You’ll see it through good times and sometimes bad.
Leslie the loving mother, and Jordan the dearest dad.
Now Jordan must drink this one alone, and Leslie with empty glass.
Sit back and relax nine months they quickly pass!

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I love it! I cant wait to do this for one of my friends!

I usually give a holiday basket/box with everything from New years to christmas and all the holidays in between.....always a big hit.....

for friends I am close with I will put a bunch of stuff together with the following sayings...

Here's a little something to help you stick together-attach to scotch/duct/masking tape

Here's a little something to help with your mistakes...attach to an eraser

Here's a little something to help with get the honeymoon started...attach to box of condoms

Here's a little something to help you remember what happened on the honeymoon/wedding night....attach to a pregnancy test

Here's a little something to help put the spark back into things.....attach to a box of matches

Here;s a little, well here's something for when things get comfortable.....I attach to a really cheap OVERSZED pair of undies from walmart etc


There are so many things you can add, change substitute for this......again always a big hit