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Hi folks -

I'm looking for some advice and thought I'd try here. A relative is getting married. We aren't very close, but she is my first cousin. Should I give cash? There are several items on their registry that are still available and I'd rather buy and wrap gifts (just something I enjoy Smiley Happy I'm not sure what the proper etiquette is. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks!

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If there is something on her registry that fits your budget then go with it...:-)

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It's your choice. Do whatever makes you happy.
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I'd go with the gift registry if you enjoy the wrapping, etc. I've only given cash when I'm stuck on what to give-

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I would utilize the gift registry, I find it very useful. I assume their selections are things they really want and will use.

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Yep, I would go with something on the gift registry if you can afford it. If not, you can give a gift card for one of the places they are registered. If you don't want to bother with any of that, cash is a traditional wedding gift so I think it comes down to what you want to do.

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Either is fine.
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Buy her something off the registry if you like to give a wrapped gift. After all, the couple is asking for those things. It's not like you are going to give her something she doesn't want.

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Oh good! I'm glad to hear so many people say it's ok to buy from the registry for the wedding. I forgot to ask... how much should I spend on a gift? Is there a ""standard?""

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On 10/30/2014 mewsmomtoo said:

Yep, I would go with something on the gift registry if you can afford it. If not, you can give a gift card for one of the places they are registered. If you don't want to bother with any of that, cash is a traditional wedding gift so I think it comes down to what you want to do.

I would give a gift card from the place she is registered or cash.

If you choose a gift off the register, it should be sent to her, not taken to the wedding.