My fiance and I have been trying to think of a polite way of letting people know that we don't want anything but money and gift certificates to put towards building a new house. Between the two of us, we have everything that you need to fill a house. So we aren't registering for anything. We are having trouble figuring out the wording and where we should put this message. Any help or suggestions would be great! Thanks!!
I'm sorry but there is not polite way to ask for gifts, or mention gifts,on a wedding invitation. Doing so implies that you are expecting a gift which is an etiquette no-no. Spread the word through family and friends and, if asked outright you can say that uoi really have everything you need and that your guests' prescence is all you expect. Most people will want to give you some token of their esteem and will choose the gift they want to give. If given a gift other than what you need or want, accept it graciously (send a thnak you note, of course!) and either return the gift or donate it to charity.
Perhaps you could set up your own personal wedding website to tell people of your plans. I believe there are stores which will allow you to register for gift cards or American Express Gift Cheques. You can also consider signing up for a honeymoon gift registry, if you will be taking a honeymoon. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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