Five Star Gift Ideas

For a friend who loves thrift store shopping and upcycling, a unique and personalized wedding gift that reflects their interests would be a great idea. Here are a few suggestions that cater to their passion for finding hidden treasures and transforming them into something new and beautiful:

1. Customized thrift store painting: Consider purchasing a vintage painting from a thrift store and then having it customized by an artist to incorporate elements that are meaningful to the couple. It could be their names or wedding date painted in a whimsical way, or even a collage of their favorite memories together. This thoughtful gift would be a perfect way to combine their love for thrift store finds with a personal touch.

2. Upcycled furniture piece: If your friend enjoys upcycling, consider finding an old, worn-out piece of furniture that they can transform into something unique and beautiful. It could be an antique side table or a vintage chair that they can refurbish and give a new lease of life. You could even include a gift certificate to a local hardware store or a DIY workshop, providing them with the resources and inspiration to complete their upcycling project.

3. Thrift store treasure hunt: As a fun and adventurous gift, create a personalized thrift store treasure hunt for the couple to enjoy together. Prepare a list of specific items or categories for them to find at different thrift stores in their area. Include clues or riddles for each item, making the experience exciting and engaging. Not only will they have a great time exploring their favorite thrift stores, but they will also have the chance to discover unique items that they can further upcycle or repurpose into their new home.

4. DIY upcycled photo album: Make a handmade photo album using upcycled materials like old fabric, cardboard, or vintage wallpaper. Fill it with pictures of the couple's favorite memories, their engagement photos, or even include blank pages for them to add more photos from their wedding day. This gift not only celebrates their love for thrifting but also provides them with a beautiful keepsake filled with cherished memories.

5. Subscription to a thrift box service: There are several subscription services available that offer curated boxes of thrifted and upcycled items. Consider gifting your friend a subscription to one of these services, where they can receive a selection of unique and sustainable items on a regular basis. This will allow them to discover new treasures and continue their love for thrift store shopping even after their wedding.

Remember to add a heartfelt note explaining the thought behind the gift and how it aligns with their hobbies and passions. Your friend will appreciate the effort and personalized touch you put into selecting a wedding gift that resonates with their interests in thrift store shopping and upcycling.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Linda Sagberg says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Very happy with the poster. The stars above our city right at the moment we got married ⭐️❤️”