10 creative wedding gift ideas for the happy couple.

Is there anything better than watching the people you love get married? But finding a gesture to show how much you care can be easier said than done. From extravagant dinner sets to pottery classes or even contributing to their new home renovations, wedding gifts can be expensive. But they don’t have to be.

Weddings are a great opportunity to get creative and indulge in some DIY. That’s where our creative wedding gift ideas come in. Each one can be easily personalised and sorted last minute – all through the power of Adobe Express.

From photobooks filled with treasured memories to framed photographs, say ‘I do’ to the perfect wedding gift.

1. A personalised print to commemorate the big day.

The wedding day famously flies by. So why not capture a moment of the big day that the happy couple can treasure forever?

Take a photo of a meaningful moment at the wedding and transform the memory into a personalised print. In years to come, the couple can look back and be transported out onto the dance floor, standing in front of family and friends cutting the cake or throwing the bouquet into the crowd.

2. A photobook filled with pre-wedding memories.

Everyone loves looking back on fond memories. Create a photobook full of happy times with the couple before the wedding. It could be filled with cherished moments you’ve shared with the couple or focus on the newlyweds themselves and their journey falling in love. You could even leave some extra pages blank for the new memories they’ll create together.

Add a custom book cover with their names and wedding date on the front for the perfect finishing touch.

Unique and editable wedding gift prints, posters and vouchers.

3. A collage documenting your favourite snaps of the newlyweds.

Get crafty and put together a collage of all your favourite pictures of the happy couple. Arrange your photos creatively – be it a timeline of your friendship with the couple or a collection of the funniest snaps of the hen or stag do.

This small but meaningful wedding gift idea is simple to create. Start from scratch or use the photo collage maker to build and decorate your collage however you feel reflects the newlyweds best.

4. A framed photo of the happy couple.

A framed photo is one of the simplest, but still effective, last minute wedding gift ideas. You can either choose a memory that’s already been captured and deliver this to the newlyweds at the wedding, or snap a picture on the big day, get it framed and gift it after the honeymoon. Use the Adobe Express image editor to remove the background, add text effects or try out some filters for a professional finish.

5. Get a gift card for their favourite places.

Treat your favourite couple to a gift card or voucher for their favourite date spot. Wedding gift voucher ideas could include one of their go-to restaurants, a trip to the place where they met or got engaged, a pottery workshop they’ve always wanted to try, or the furniture boutique you know they’ve been eyeing.

Attach the card to a personalised gift certificate design or pop it inside a homemade congratulations card for delivery.

6. Create personalised matching mugs.

Who doesn’t love matching mugs? Create a custom mug design for the newlyweds – for a treasured gift they’ll use every day for their morning coffee. Whether you want to add pictures of the couple or keep things simple with some cursive text, the options are endless.

Last minute wedding gift ideas you can make with Adobe Express.

7. Put memories to fabric with a personalised t-shirt.

Why not take a leaf out of the hen and stag do book and create personalised t-shirts for the newlyweds? Get creative with this unique wedding gift idea and design with free clothing templates on Adobe Express.

Add the date of the wedding to commemorate the occasion. You could even gift the t-shirts before the wedding, so the bridal party and groomsmen can wear them while getting ready for the big day.

8. Add to the honeymoon pot with a picture-perfect postcard.

If you know the newlyweds are asking for contributions towards their honeymoon, create something physical to mark the gift. Play into the theme of romance and design a postcard of their dream honeymoon destination.

Add a personalised note, let them know the amount you’re gifting, and either share digitally or print and physically post it off to arrive at their door. You could even pop it in with the wedding card.

9. Video of treasured memories.

If a picture paints a thousand words, what about a video? This thoughtful wedding gift idea for friends will transport the couple back into those cherished memories, whether it’s a video of the happiest day of their lives or a combination of special moments before the big day. Maybe a box of tissues is a good idea too.

10. Calendar of moments from the wedding.

Use your creativity to turn moments from the wedding into a calendar, for the newlyweds to enjoy throughout the following year. Add different photos from the big day to each month, then play around with different quotes and text effects to bring your design to life.

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Good to know.

What is a good wedding gift for couples that already live together?

Any wedding gift idea involving photographs is sure to be appreciated, like a photobook or a collage of magical memories. Or create something for their new life together that’s personalised with the date of the wedding, so it’ll always have a special place in their heart.

Is it rude not to give a wedding gift?

There are differing opinions as to whether you must always provide a wedding gift. Often, the most important thing to the happy couple will be your presence on their special day. But if you would like to contribute something without breaking the bank, a small DIY wedding gift can be a more personal option.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes, our free plan offers many core features including thousands of templates, photo editing and effects, animation, and 2GB of storage. See our  pricing page for details and to compare plans.