I took a while to ask my ‘maids to be in the wedding (sorry, pals) even though I’d known forever who I wanted to ask; the reason it took a bit is that I wanted to ask in a creative way…and here’s what I came up with!
It was around the Christmas holiday, so I bought clear christmas ornaments (super inexpensive at Michaels) to make “wishing ornament.” A wishing ornament is designed to hold a hope or a wish—usually a small piece of paper hidden inside.
I cut up small strips of paper that said “will you be my bridesmaid?” and curled them around on shiny blue paper:
I nestled each one in a package with a note that said “This holiday season, I give you a wishing ornament. A wishing ornament holds a holiday hope—in this case, a single question…”
One of the strips had a ribbon attached to it, so each ‘maid could pull out one slip and read the question. I thought sending them in the mail would be a cool surprise—who doesn’t love getting packages?
They all called me a few days later (to accept, thankfully), and although I did miss seeing them in person after asking, I think the surprise factor made it really special. Plus, it’s something they can keep for their Christmas trees if they want, and hopefully have a fond memory.
What do you think of this idea? What’s the most creative way you’ve seen to ask a ‘maid?
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This is so cool and unique! I’ve never heard of wishing ornaments before, but it’s such a fun concept!
I love this in so many levels, it’s creative and special and so cute!
What a cool idea. I’m a mail-lover myself, so I’m sure your BMs really appreciated your effort.
such a cute idea!!! Your ladies must have loved this because who doesn’t enjoying receiving packages in the mail?!?!
This is such a unique and lovely well to ask your maids! I just asked in person lol!
Super cute idea!! I adore these (and love Christmas!) I bet your maids loved them!
CUTE idea!! Some of my maids are all over, so I mailed all but my sister’s. I baked a cookie shaped like a dress and decorated it with the wedding colors and a simple note inside. They loved it. And since our colors are yellow and navy, the cookies were a lemon flavor
Yay, I love the “will you be my bridesmaid” cards/gifts trend! These are super cute!
I’ve never heard of a wishing ornament before, but that’s such a neat idea.
Mrs. Gray Wolf, Washington DC Age and Occupation: 26, Business Development Executive Fiance's Age and Occupation: 30, Research Scientist Engagement Date: November 11, 2011 Wedding Date: February 2013 Venue: Whittemore House About Me: I'm an ultra-organized, pun-loving, list-making, cheese-enthusiast bride-to-be. Although my day job is in cubicle land, I'm happiest in the modern art wing of a museum, having recently earned my Masters in Museum Studies. Shortly after a chance meeting five years ago, I moved in with Wolfman and haven't looked back since. We love music, movies, TV, and all things pop culture; we have an unspoken competition to be the first to share the latest YouTube sensation or indie song. Together, we've filled quite a few pages in our passports, but also love quiet nights in with a Game of Thrones marathon and our French Bulldog, Tonks (Harry Potter, anyone?). I'm planning a small, cozy winter wedding---think mercury glass and candle light---in the heart of DC. Our venue is a historic home with a lot of political charm, but needs a bit of work to be wedding-ready.
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