More and more often, couples are choosing to live together before commiting to marriage. So, when it comes time for their wedding they don't need the traditional gifts of toasters and towels.
Today it is becoming more common for couples to request money rather than gifts, allowing the couple to spend the money on the bigger things such as a home, honeymoon, or any big item that they couldn't ask a single person to purchase for them. Don't be deceived though, asking for money instead of a gift is still a minefield and can often be softened with a well considered poem or verse, rather than a bold directive.
We have collected a range of wishing well verses to help you ask politely for money in lieu of a gift.
Important note: Avoid using the term 'cash' in your poem as it sounds rather cold, and slightly rude.
General request
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We don't want to offend, but we have it all
all household goods and so much more
To save you shopping, sit back and rest
a gift of currency is all we request
Don't go overboard or rob any banks
Any little thing will make us smile with thanks.
Now we have saved you all the fuss
We would love it if you could come celebrate with us!
More than just kisses so far we've shared
Our home has been made with love and care
Most things we need we’ve already got
Like a toaster and kettle, pans and pots
A wishing well we thought would be great
(but only if you wish to participate)
A gift of money is placed in the well
Then make a wish … but do not tell
Once we’ve replaced the old with the new
We can look back and say it was thanks to you!
And in return for your kindness we’re sure
that one day soon you'll get what you wished for!
Your presence at our wedding is present enough!
But if we're honoured with a gift from you,
May we respectfully request a gift of money
To help the building of our dream home come true!
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Many of our guests have enquired
For a gift idea to be inspired
Like many couples today
We have most things anyway
If you would like to give, it is our request
For something for our treasure chest
A gift of money you can afford
Is just what we need you can be assured
If finding a gift is hard to do
our wishing well is just for you!
A gift of money is placed in the well,
then make a wish but do not tell!
If it is however a gift you find,
please feel assured
we will not mind.
The tradition of the wishing well
used on the wedding day,
is here both for your money gifts
and for what you would like to say.
So please drop in a token of love
for this special Groom & Bride,
as they start their life united by God
to live forever side by side.
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For a home
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If you were thinking of giving a gift,
to help us on our way.
A gift of money towards our new home,
would really make our day.
However, if you prefer to purchase a gift,
feel free to surprise us in your own way.
A little suggestion, just in case
You were thinking of buying us
bed spreads and plates,
For a while now we have been renting a home,
so most of our furnishing we already own.
And now for a deposit we are trying to save
to purchase our own home and have family days
The gift of money we would appreciate,
Only if you would like to participate
So If you would like to add to our wishing well,
We would be eternally grateful.
Your presence at our wedding is present enough,
So don’t worry about what to buy, as we have plenty of stuff!
However, if you were thinking of giving a gift to help us on our way,
A gift of money towards our own home
Would really make our day.
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In our house we have the things
That living together normally brings
Most household items we’ve already bought
And because of this reason we thought
A wishing well would be great
(Only if you wish to participate)
A gift of money is placed in an envelope
So in the future we can hope
To furnish our home to it’s very best
And always remember it was due to our guests.
They have their dishes and towels for two
They have pots and pans and oven mitts too
So what do you get for the Bride & Groom
Whose house is setup in every room?
Their house needs repairs and some upgrades too
But you can’t register for carpet and glue.
A well that holds wishes is the way to go
So lets make it easy for all that know.
An envelope will be provided for those who have room,
To give a monetary wish to the Bride and Groom
A wishing well will be on display at the reception hall
To attach your wishes for the couple, with love from all.
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Honeymoon Contributions
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We’ve collected most things over the years
from household appliances, to linen and
holiday souvenirs
With everyone travelling from afar
it may be hard to fit a present in the car
Our wish is only to see you on the day
celebrating in your own special way
But if you still wish to give a gift
we’d love you giving our honeymoon fund
a little lift
Place your gift in an envelope
and wish for all your dreams and hopes
Your presence at our celebration
is all that we ask,
but if you wish to bring a gift
and are stuck for ideas
a contribution to our honeymoon fund
would be put to good use!
Bride & Groom's names
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In our home we have many things
That living together always brings
Toasters and tumblers we have bought
And because of this we have thought
A honey moon donation would be great
If any of our special guests wish to participate.
So we can travel overseas, far and wide
But never leave each other’s side
And when our honey moon is all done
We’ll have great memories and can thank you for all our fun.
On the road to married life,
we’ve collected many things
to be husband and wife.
The honeymoon, however, is another thing,
we had to choose between it
and the wedding rings.
A donation to our wishing well
would be appreciated in every way,
as it will help send us
on a romantic holiday
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