8 ideas to surprise marriage witnesses

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Evelyn Carpenter

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If you are already advanced with the costumes, the wedding decorations, the banquet and even the love phrases that will be read in the speech, then it's time to take care of the surprises you want to prepare for the big day. And beyond the classic wedding ribbons or a souvenir, you will surely want to thank with a special gesture to those people who have given you a special gift.Here you will find 8 ideas that will inspire you.

A special gift

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Make it something they can to keep as a memento of the marriage For example, a replica of the wedding glasses with the date of the wedding engraved and, for example, if you are a couple, the bridal bouquet It won't be hard for them to part with these accessories, as they will know they are in good hands. Now, if there are more than two witnesses who were recruited to validate the engagement, you can give them a printed album with the best photos This way they will have them at hand and not in the memory of a computer.

A surprise video

It is common that at a certain time of the celebration silence is requested and an audiovisual piece is projected. with the love story of the bride and groom But how about dedicating a video to your witnesses instead? I'm sure you've known them for a long time, have a common history and, therefore, have a lot of experience, material will not be hard to find One option is to record yourselves having a relaxed conversation in your room (just like on any other day) and remember anecdotes or special moments you have with your witnesses. You will immediately capture the attention of your guests and, by the way, you will touch them. You can end the video quoting some beautiful phrases of love in honor of them.

A song

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Another way to surprise your wedding witnesses and give them a unique moment Stop everything at some point of the party, take the microphone and start singing with your best lungs and all your attitude. You can also sing along with the track of the song. or resort to the band It can be a theme related to friendship or one that is emblematic for them. For example, if you are husband and wife, try the song you chose for your wedding dance. You will surprise them!

An invitation

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Get creative and don't get stuck with the typical candle holders, magnets or bags with seeds. There's a whole world out there! So, if you really want to surprise your witnesses, hit the nail on the head by giving them, for example, tickets to a concert you know they're dying to go to. Or give them a guided tour of a museum, if they are art lovers. The important thing is that it is agift specially designed for them.

A personalized note a

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A discreet detail, but no less important, is that when they arrive at their respective places, at the time of the banquet, they are met with a touching thank you card You can also add a DIY detail, such as a bow or a dried flower inlay, in the same style as your wedding centerpieces. They'll love to know how much you love them. value their work as witnesses and, above all, unconditional loyalty.

A funny poster

Another suggestion that you can add to the thank you note is that customize your banquet chairs Since they are people who will play a key role in your gold ring posture, they should not go unnoticed and, as such, will love to feel important Besides, since they trust each other enough, they won't mind if their booths carry a sign like "why invite me if they know how I dress?", "how many tequilas am I carrying?" or "please drop my bouquet!", among other playful ideas that will make everyone laugh.

A news item

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Often the celebration of marriage is also a time for the celebration of the reveal good news in public Whether they're expecting their first child, moving to a new city, or taking a long trip around the world, if they share this news with their witnesses, they'll definitely do so, will give them the best gift of their lives In the case of the arrival of a baby and if you want it to be so, ask them to be the godparents during the celebration. There will be no words to describe that moment!

A symbolic gift

If you want your witnesses to feel truly part of this new stage If you are just starting out as a married couple, then give them a copy of the keys to your newlywed house or apartment. This will let them know that they will always have a space where they will be very welcome. You can hide the keys in a large package, filled with paper and cotton wool, so that they will be slow to look for them. the bigger the surprise I'm sure they can't imagine this gift in their wildest dreams!

You can see that through simple gestures you can generate exciting and unforgettable moments during the big day. Now, if words are your thing, think of some love phrases to dedicate to your loved ones, whether witnesses or godparents, but you can also use them to inscribe on your wedding rings to make them even more special.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.