Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who loves writing poetry and attending poetry slams, I have a few gift ideas that will surely resonate with their passion and make for a meaningful wedding gift. Here are some suggestions:

1. Personalized Poetry Book: Create a custom poetry book featuring their own poems, or a collection of their favorite poets. You can include their most cherished works or even collaborate with their poet friends to contribute to the book. A personalized touch like this will not only showcase their talent, but also remind them of their love for poetry every time they read it.

2. Poetry Workshop or Retreat: Give them the opportunity to further hone their poetic skills by gifting them a spot at a poetry workshop or retreat. They will enjoy learning from experienced poets, participating in writing exercises, and meeting like-minded individuals. It could be an incredible experience for them to connect with other poets and gain inspiration for their own work.

3. Poetry Slam Tickets: Find out if there are any upcoming poetry slams in their area and get them tickets to attend. Poetry slams are exciting events where poets compete by performing their work in front of an audience. Your friend will appreciate the chance to witness the power of spoken word live and perhaps even get inspired for their own future performances.

4. Literary Journal Subscription: Help your friend stay up-to-date with the latest poetry trends and submit their work to different literary magazines by gifting them a subscription to a reputable literary journal. They will enjoy exploring new poems, discovering emerging poets, and potentially finding avenues to have their work published.

5. Vintage Typewriter: Enhance their writing experience by presenting them with a vintage typewriter. Typewriters have a certain charm and nostalgia that can inspire creativity and add a unique flair to their writing process. Your friend will appreciate the tactile nature of using a typewriter, creating a more profound connection to their art.

6. Poetry Prompt Deck: Consider getting them a deck of poetry prompts to help jump-start their writing when they experience writer's block. These decks usually contain a variety of creative prompts, such as word associations, images, or themes, that can ignite new ideas and fresh perspectives for their poetry.

7. Personalized Calligraphy Set: If your friend enjoys the aesthetics of handwritten poetry, a personalized calligraphy set could be a wonderful gift. Include high-quality calligraphy pens, ink bottles, and parchment paper with their initials or a special message engraved to make it truly unique.

Remember, the best gift is one that aligns with your friend's passion and reflects their unique personality as a poet. Consider their preferences, desires, and the impact you want to make with your gift, and you will undoubtedly choose a gift that will be cherished by your friend and serve as a reminder of their love for poetry on their special day.

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

Lisa Winkler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“My cousin loved her wedding gift.”