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There is no rule that says you
must give wedding favors to your guests. However, the decision as to whether or not to give favors
has its pros and cons and should be given careful consideration.
Giving favors is a great way to show your gratitude. Your
guests will undoubtedly enjoy receiving a favor and will
think it a kind gesture and appreciate your thoughtfulness.
You wouldn't want to offend anyone by overlooking him
or her. Couples often skip favors due to the added strain
on their overall wedding budget, or sometimes they just
don’t think of it until it’s too late. Also there are
issues just managing the whole process, keeping track
of who gets what and making sure they get it.
Here are a few tips that will help.
Favors do not have to be expensive, but should be of reasonable
quality and value. Ideally, a budget for favors should
be discussed and decided upon early on in the planning
stages. Don’t forget to include associated costs, such
as shipping charges, wrapping materials, ribbon and nametags.
Knowing that you’ve budgeted funds and have allowed time
to make it work, makes it easier to accomplish.
For children, a small bag of chocolate coins might be
just the thing. For teenagers, a movie rental certificate
is very cool. Young adults appreciate useful favors, such
as a key fob or bottle opener, while older guests look
fondly on keepsake favors, such as a photo frame or a
wedding bell.
Inexpensive favors can include a single rose, coasters,
bookmarks, key chains, small photo frames, and soap, candles
or note pads. (One couple we know gave scratch off lottery
tickets!)
Edible favors include mint tins, chocolate bars, lollipops,
tea, coffee, fortune cookies or nuts.
Themed favors are available for spring, summer, autumn,
winter, holidays and more.
Hand made favors can be a lot of fun (or a pain in the
neck) and can include items like a laminated photo with
magnetic back, a scrap book style card, chocolate kisses,
M&M’s or jelly beans wrapped in tulle or silk flowers.
Whatever you decide, be sure that your guests actually
get (and take) their favors with them. You’d be surprised
how many favors are left behind for the clean up crew
to find after a reception.
Wedding Favors Wholesale
http://www.favorwarehouse.com/
10 practically free wedding favor ideas
http://www.happynews.com/living/eventtips/10-practically-free.htm
Favor Ideas
http://www.favorideas.com/learn-about/saving-money/cheap-wedding-favor-ideas/
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