A damask covered photo album, frames for wedding pictures, camera equipment, a VCR, use small picture frames as place cards and favors. Party favors might include a wooden spoon or refrigerator magnets. Equip the health-conscious couple with gifts to help them stay in shape. Host the shower at a health club or decorate in a sports theme. Set up a juice bar and buffet with raw vegetables, salads and a big fruit platter.
Guests can also pool their resources for a big gift like a camcorder, barbeque or television.
Print out invitations on computer paper for a home-office shower. Circulate a leather-bound address book and ask guests to add their names. Give a set to each guest. Gather for a fabulous special meal and bring gift certificates for fine dining, cookbooks, a subscription to a cooking magazine, kitchen gadgets, china, glassware, expresso maker, or a gift certificate to a cooking course. Shower the bride with gifts to help her feel relaxed, pampered and beautiful.