Bridesmaid gifts

[crosenstein]

Anyone have a good idea for bridesmaid/groomsmen gifts? Preferably inexpensive???

Thanks!

[ladyheodez]

For my bridesmaids, I chose special occasion fabric which goes with their dresses at Jo-Ann Fabrics. I bought two yards for each bridesmaid and then hemmed the two raw edges (you can use Stitch Witchery if you get fabric that won't melt) to make them each a shawl. I managed to get my fabric for a bigger discount because I'm on the stores mailing list, too. Also, have you considered vintage hats? Here in Ohio you can usually find them at flea markets and thrift stores for under five dollars. I found a 1940-s ivory linen hat that looks great with my gown for only $3 at an antique market--the dealer had originally had the hat marked $8 but she let me have a discount because it was near the end of the show and she didn't want to pack it up.

[Dyonia]

For my bridesmaids I purchased blue topaz sterling silver pendants on eBay. I spent like 30 bucks and got 6 large, good quality pendants -- the chains are separate, but I got sterling silver snake chains inexpensively on eBay as well.

Jewelry is always a nice item, and its relatively inexpensive on eBay. What's your definition of inexpensive? I've seen some VERY nice pearl sets (necklace, bracelet, and earrings) at BJ's warehouse clue for about 50 bucks.

I'd set a budget limit for total gifts, then start looking for items that fall within the limit.

Let me know if you want some more ideas -- I LOVE to bargain hunt, and have found some great sources!

Good luck!
--Donna