tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post4127092411651207768..comments2024-03-24T23:51:25.945-07:00Comments on east side bride: What do I give my secretly pregnant sister for her super secret wedding?esbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00215882729011442570noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-18754251587343409862011-01-05T17:46:40.116-08:002011-01-05T17:46:40.116-08:00aw, i'm so glad! hearty congrats again to you ...aw, i'm so glad! hearty congrats again to you and the fam, eRiN.laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03429404210444847213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-84262912842737838502011-01-05T12:13:18.163-08:002011-01-05T12:13:18.163-08:00follow-up: wedding was had. hugs were exchanged. t...follow-up: wedding was had. hugs were exchanged. the newlyweds loved their star. thanks for the help, ladies!eRiNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16865710064975192266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-45257830212400668402010-12-17T15:50:22.617-08:002010-12-17T15:50:22.617-08:00@lauren just found your lost comments in my spam f...@lauren just found your lost comments in my spam folder. blogger thought you were a bot for the international star registry :Peast side bridehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06206689296805893265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-36237664024794484442010-12-07T07:26:37.531-08:002010-12-07T07:26:37.531-08:00lauren - i LOVELOVELOVE it!!! superb back-up answe...lauren - i LOVELOVELOVE it!!! superb back-up answer!eRiNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16865710064975192266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-69194615139199529662010-12-06T11:43:09.050-08:002010-12-06T11:43:09.050-08:00whoop! i see that a comment i thought i posted awh...whoop! i see that a comment i thought i posted awhile back (prior to both my previous comment and TMM's) appears to have been eaten by the internets. what i said back then, roughly:<br /><br /><i>my bad on the tattoos-and-pregnancy risk, eRiN! i am a childless goblin myself, so i'd never researched that particular combination. given the conventional wisdom there and your budget, i suggest you get yourself to the <a href="http://www.starregistry.com/" rel="nofollow">international star registry</a> and rename a piece of the firmament "[sister]and[fiance]gothitchedfuckyeah," or whatever the equivalent of that sentiment would be in your family. then find a sweet vintage frame (ebay, etsy, and your local salvation army should be of help there) for the resulting certificate. </i>laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03429404210444847213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-85120259241822414842010-12-06T11:35:32.564-08:002010-12-06T11:35:32.564-08:00with all due respect, TMM, i'm not sure potent...with all due respect, TMM, i'm not sure potential infection should be up there with hard alcohol and tobacco on the risk-to-fetuses spectrum. <a href="http://www.marchofdimes.com/Pregnancy/faq_tattoo.html" rel="nofollow">per the march of dimes</a> (referenced by the national institutes of health), there's a dearth of information on how dyes and inks could affect a developing baby; it makes sense to avoid the risk there. as for the infection angle, a responsible and reputable tattoo artist (in possession of properly sterilized equipment) should pose no more danger to mum and baby than a tech at one's local blood bank would. let's not be alarmist.laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03429404210444847213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-12295005342975090112010-12-06T11:08:08.710-08:002010-12-06T11:08:08.710-08:00no tattoos while one is pregnant?! my apologies, e...no tattoos while one is pregnant?! my apologies, eRiN - i should've looked into that one a bit more. given that and your budget, i say waste no time getting yourself to the <a href="http://www.starregistry.com/" rel="nofollow">international star registry</a> and naming a small chunk of the firmament "[sister]and[fiance]gothitchedfuckyeah," or whatever the equivalent affectionate phrase would be for the three of you. put the resulting certificate in a good vintage/thrifted frame (etsy, ebay, and your local salvation army should be able to help you there) and call it a day.laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03429404210444847213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-42986980264314209152010-12-06T01:48:15.530-08:002010-12-06T01:48:15.530-08:00I vote for LPC and / or Sofia! Practical things th...I vote for LPC and / or Sofia! Practical things that will make their post-amazing-wedding-day life easier / more special are priceless without being pricey!Marlihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03245277105651259469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-34256343484074150842010-12-05T17:53:05.253-08:002010-12-05T17:53:05.253-08:00I heart the tattoo idea (I realize your sister wou...I heart the tattoo idea (I realize your sister wouldn't be able to partake in this until after she has her baby, but it would still be relevant & many reputable tattoo shops will allow you to purchase gift certificates & book the sessions well out in advance). <br /><br />I also extra-heart the photographer idea. Because with that, you can create a family memory book, starting with the wedding photos, and leave blank pages blank for photos of your niece/nephew. Also, parents/family tend to take the "surprise! we're married!" news a little better if they're able to see pictures of how happy & perfect the day was.ALKDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-55545980537248514002010-12-05T06:29:06.661-08:002010-12-05T06:29:06.661-08:00Yeah, women can't get tattooed while pregnant....Yeah, women can't get tattooed while pregnant. You might as well get her a bottle of scotch and a pack of marlbro reds.The Maiden Metallurgisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05897256429726150185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-74083211424127188062010-12-04T11:34:16.025-08:002010-12-04T11:34:16.025-08:00oooh i love the photographer idea! super sweet!oooh i love the photographer idea! super sweet!lizziehttp://loveyourway.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-90259177338018297832010-12-04T05:41:27.203-08:002010-12-04T05:41:27.203-08:00Oh man I am totally getting long winded (please ex...Oh man I am totally getting long winded (please excuse me). But you could get as elaborate as you want if funds allow:<br />- Hire a cleaning person to go in and scrub. I know I would love to come home to a sparkling apartment that I didn't have to clean myself!<br />- Get some cozy bathrobes/slippers etc.<br />- Leave candles and bubble bath by the tubsofia.rompshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08786740269820634494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-60657249741900546962010-12-04T05:26:27.094-08:002010-12-04T05:26:27.094-08:00* oops budget, not beget.* oops budget, not beget.sofia.rompshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08786740269820634494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-12574914258274264392010-12-04T05:25:23.051-08:002010-12-04T05:25:23.051-08:00I don't know if it is the fact that Christmas ...I don't know if it is the fact that Christmas is approaching that made me think of this but this could be a sweet (and low bedget!) idea-<br /><br />What if you set up an "It's a Wonderful Life" style honeymoon night for them? Do you remember that scene- they give away all the money that they were going to use for a honeymoon and their friends deck out their house with travel posters and dinner and wine so they feel like they were able to take a trip?<br /><br />Go to their house and go crazy with homemade decorations, stock the fridge with tasty treats (and in this case Martinelli's Sparkling Cider instead of champagne). Leave a stack of romantic old movies on DVD. Give them something special to go home to! A little staycation.<br /><br />Good Luck!sofia.rompshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08786740269820634494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-64555381558386011492010-12-03T20:00:39.339-08:002010-12-03T20:00:39.339-08:00"whether that means making them feel like ser..."whether that means making them feel like serge and jane or making them feel like wills and kate" - instant blog follow right there.Juleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00115449525177077466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-78421862643115230062010-12-03T19:36:52.955-08:002010-12-03T19:36:52.955-08:00You could hire their favorite band to serenade the...You could hire their favorite band to serenade them....<br />or commission a portrait. Very old school.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-15173329980373750332010-12-03T17:59:42.767-08:002010-12-03T17:59:42.767-08:00get a custom marriage certificate made! it won'...get a custom marriage certificate made! it won't cost you out the ass and it will be something they'll always have and can frame. hit up cevd & see if it's something she could letterpress<br /><br />rifle paper co is also known to do that but their turn around time isn't very quick. example of one they've done (the second, darker set of pics down)<br />http://riflemade.squarespace.com/blog/2009/11/4/new-work.htmlH.H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16448982070532862844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-54750106325673574092010-12-03T17:19:57.381-08:002010-12-03T17:19:57.381-08:00WOW, those quilts are amazing, and totally worth a...WOW, those quilts are amazing, and totally worth an IOU. the acorn idea is fascinating and just perhaps, this might be THE most appropriate time for a babymoon.<br /><br />thanks everyone - keep the ideas coming!!eRiNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16865710064975192266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-7851681698740531162010-12-03T15:57:28.559-08:002010-12-03T15:57:28.559-08:00i like the acorn idea. super cute.i like the acorn idea. super cute.17 beats.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13010462456433196213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-67653512285392447632010-12-03T15:44:32.239-08:002010-12-03T15:44:32.239-08:00set up a babymoon for them! aka set up a vacation...set up a babymoon for them! aka set up a vacation for them before the baby comes. :) it doesn't even need to be super fancy! maybe something like a cabin or random vacation home nearby away for a long weekend.Angelahttp://ten9ten.usnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-57676128849127984412010-12-03T15:21:02.358-08:002010-12-03T15:21:02.358-08:00hey erin!
exactly how tight is your budget? rock...hey erin!<br /><br />exactly how tight is your budget? rockstar gifts tend to come with rockstar price tags, if you know what i mean. what if you engraved their rings for them? obviously, you'd have to confiscate the rings beforehand, or do it after their wedding day, but it would still be a lovely gesture. or, how about giving them a custom portrait? i know ashley g and merilee make smart ones.<br /><br />http://ashleyganddrew.com/<br /><br />http://www.etsy.com/listing/52575342/custom-11x17-couples-portrait-drawingCeliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05922091596290930281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-46734989423223825912010-12-03T14:55:56.394-08:002010-12-03T14:55:56.394-08:00Lauren, R & I have matchies.Lauren, R & I have matchies.wool and mischttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14236788626234431666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-86650220533873969592010-12-03T14:52:51.345-08:002010-12-03T14:52:51.345-08:00So, if funds are limited, and tattoos are not okay...So, if funds are limited, and tattoos are not okay for the pregnant sister, then go for sentimental value.<br /><br />One way is the handmade route. Seems like being the photographer is already a great forever type gift in this mode though. But if you want something else, look at whatever other skills you have. I think an IOU is okay here if time is an issue for piecing that quilt or turning the spindles for that rocking chair.<br /><br />Another way is to use your insider family knowledge to your benefit. With you as her only family representative there, can you bring something that only people who grew up in your house would know about? Is there some piece of heirloom jewelry or some other special family talisman you have in your possession or can borrow for her to have with her for the wedding? Some silly toy or treat or book from your childhood that she always loved that will make her laugh? Is there something curmudgeonly your grandfather used to say at family events that you can have embroidered on a handkerchief? <br /><br />Or what about writing her and her fiance a letter telling them how awesome they are, how awesome their kid is going to be and how awesome you feel to be able to witness this kickass secret wedding? <br /><br />(But, also, those haptic lab quilts are definitely drool worthy.)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-60356169022999210522010-12-03T14:09:49.141-08:002010-12-03T14:09:49.141-08:00Is the wedding secret because the family/families ...Is the wedding secret because the family/families are difficult to manage? If so, you could craft the announcement and then deflect all discussion for a specified period of time. In my family, sometimes the biggest favor is to be the interface.LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6468279200135971946.post-9340700435500691892010-12-03T14:09:00.799-08:002010-12-03T14:09:00.799-08:00Here's a cheap idea,
Plant an acorn in a jam j...Here's a cheap idea,<br />Plant an acorn in a jam jar (cotton wool and water initially), let it germinate and grow a bit, then give it to them so they can plant it wherever they like (garden, woods etc). Then they can visit it and it will be their tree! I have an oak tree someone planted for me when I was born - it's nice, and it's exactly the same age as me.<br /><br />If you're short of time, buy a tree seedling ready grown a bit, or ask a farmer for help :)<br /><br />Also, if it's small enough you can carry it in your hand luggage. Maybe?ActsofBeautyhttp://www.actsofbeauty.co.uk/wordpressnoreply@blogger.com