It is such a challenge trying to figure out what to get your bridesmaids. You want to give them something to let them how much they mean to you. You want to give them something to remember your special day.  We have a great suggestion. Why not consider, totes or purses? It is something that can definitely use after the wedding but can also be used during the ceremony as well. Knit Pix is a company that designs totes and clutches. The company offers a wide selection of totes that your bridesmaids can have to cherish. They can use them for the beach, shopping or even as a pocketbook. You could also have them designed to match the color scheme of your wedding.

Even though I love the totes, the clutches are just darling. The blue one with the wrist strap is great.

Look at the white purse with the flower. This would be perfect for the bridal party to use for the ceremony and to have as momentoes afterward.

If you want a gift that your bridesmaids will be able to use during and after the wedding, definitely consider Knit Pix. They will fondly remember your day each time they use the tote or purse made just for them.

 Purses: Knit Pix / Photography: Keepsake Memories Photography

Thank You cards are one of the most important things to do after all the presents have been opened. While you can easily purchase cards, spending a few minutes to handcraft your own adds that special little touch. To create your own cards and envelope, all you have to do is follow these easy steps:

Supplies:

1.  Cardstock paper

2. Lace or Ribbon

3. Gluestick

4. Scissors

5. Double Sided Tape

Steps:

1. Print out the envelope template and transfer measurements to your favorite decorative paper and fold along the suggested lines. Then, gather cardstock, lace or ribbon and double-sided tape to create your own Thank You cards. You can get as creative as you want with the materials, which is the great thing about completing your own cards!

2. After folding the envelope on the suggested sides and using a glue stick to secure, apply the lace or ribbon to one side of the tape, and then stick the ribbon down the desired side of the envelope about an inch away from the edge. Use calligraphy to handwrite ‘thanks’ on the outside of the envelope. Or download are THANKS template !

3. Fold the cardstock in half and use the lace and decorative paper to embellish the cards.

After completing the card, place it in the envelope and pass out to friends and family!

This DIY project was created by CATA. You can view more of her work at: Cata’s Craft

You can copy/paste the Envelope template here:

You can copy/paste the THANKS template here:

We love all these unique ways to ask your friends to be in your wedding. It really makes it so personal and unexpected.

Will you be my bridesmaid/maid of honor hankerchiefs. Via www.bhldn.com

Personalized Cards via http://www.etsy.com/people/greencard?ref=ls_profile

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Unique personalized spoons via http://www.etsy.com/people/LEsperanceDesign?ref=ls_profile

Cute personalized tanks via http://commerce.idmi.net/ecommerce/catalog_detail.asp?cid=121&pi=25360#

This one is my favorite ! Professional photos of you holding up wood words. Then make a mini accordion. Found via www.amandapair.com

These are just a few of the many ideas you can choose. Be creative !!

Add custom engraved forks and spoons to your wedding decor. These would also make perfect wedding favors or gifts.

You can even add your date and names.

Or give your significant other a small gift before the wedding. Via http://www.etsy.com/shop/CambriRae?page=4

There are so many options and ways you can use these neat utensils.

Most brides plan to go barefoot for their beach wedding. What about foot jewelry to accentuate the look? This would be a perfect gift to your bridesmaids.

 Via http://www.etsy.com/people/jewelsbymichele?ref=ls_profile