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The giving of bridal shower gifts has its origin many, many years ago when a father disapproved of his daughter's marriage. He refused to provide a dowry which prompted the supporting villagers to gather and give the bride a variety of household items for her new home; the giving of gifts dates from the 1890's. As a close friend or family member of the bride you will want to give her something thoughtful and that she will remember; here are some things for you to consider:

1. How much to spend should depend on what you can afford. If you wish to do a homemade gift it could be less expensive, but really a lovely thing to do. Things like a photo album of pictures of the bride and groom or with family or friends or a crocheted throw or a family heirloom.

2. Is it necessary to give a shower and wedding gift? Yes, bring the shower gift to the party and send the wedding gift, possibly choosing from the couple's wedding registry. Also, the maid of honor or another guest should keep a list at the shower of each gift and who gave it so the attendee is properly thanked.

3. When shopping for the gift, take into consideration any idea the hostess may have given you in your invitation. If it's a theme shower it should have been noted and you can use the couple's registry for ideas, too. In a pinch, you can ask the hostess for ideas as she'll know the bride well.

4. Faux Pas Alert !!! Do not confuse the bridal shower with the bachelorette party. Stay away from the "raunchy" things that do not seem appropriate for a bridal shower. A good test is to think of the bride's mom and grandmother that'll be at the shower.

5. When packaging the gift remember how much you enjoy a beautifully wrapped remembrance. It would be very thoughtful to wrap it in the bride's favorite colors using fine ribbon and a faux flower. Be sure to attach a To / From card with your last name so the maid of honor can keep track of the bridal shower gifts. If you are planning to do a container of related items you can use a basket, a colander, a tray, planters, a small wooden crate to name a few. Filling them should depend on what you think the bride would want and need.

As an example, how about stationery with the bride's new name and address, address labels, note paper, ball point pen. Another idea is to put in a standard size picture frame, a cake knife for cutting the wedding cake, two champagne or wine glasses, and 2 lovely cloth napkins. Finish by using tulle rather than cellophane and gather over the items. Hold it all in place with a rubber band and cover with a pretty ribbon and attached small wedding bells to it.

A few other ideas for a wedding shower gift are:

• Breakfast in bed tray
• Scented candles and a magazine subscription
• Beach towel and bag
• Gardening set in a cute bag
• Theater tickets
• Crystal vase
• Throw blanket
• Coffee table book of one of the bride's interest
• Certificate for a spa day
• Champagne glasses
• Tea set with teapot

Bridal shower gifts should most of all reflect your caring for the couple and their new beginning together, it let's the bride know you wish them the very best.

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Source by Tiffany Cole