What's the (old time-y) word for the things that a woman collects/makes/sews in anticipation of her marriage?
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The word is "trousseau" from French.  Throughout history, single young women all over the world have prepared for their change in marital status by accumulating a trousseau. A traditional trousseau -- stored in a hope chest -- included bridal accessories, jewelry, lingerie, toiletries and makeup, plus bed linens and bath towels for her new home. \n\nI hope this helps.
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wife makes life\nlike leads love\n\nlife needs love\nwife like life
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PARRAMI GIFTS\n\nor\n\n"PARAMISA"
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Table cloths, place mats, quilts for your bed, throw blankets for your couch, lace curtains, dish cloths, towels & face cloths, sheet sets & pillow cases, a set of flatware, pot holders, a baby blanket & layette set, scented sachets (to give everything a pleasant smell), head & neck scarves, your mom's wedding dress & veil (you may want to wear it or pass it on to your children). You might want to check with your mom for more items that she would suggest. She might have items that she's been saving for your hope chest, like a copy of the family photo album, or your christening outfit. These are all acceptable. I want to commend you for carrying on this old family tradition. Many young ladies are too concerned with which guy they want to sleep with, not even planning much beyond tonight, let alone a future with one man. I hope you will keep this tradition alive in your family and pass it on to the next generation. You might want to also include a story of your family...like a family tree...but in story form. Interview older family members, writing their family stories down, passing it on to future generations. It will really help you when telling your kids family stories of their great grandma, long after she's gone. Get their stories now, before it's too late. Then, keep them in your hope chest. <*)))><
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If you want something creative, try http://www.verseit.com (Under Verse it > Weddings > Respond)\n\nThis one is kinda nice:\n\nM _____________________\n\nLooking forward to the toasting,\ndining, dancing and reminiscing!\nNumber attending ___\n\n__ Can't attend, but we send NAME our best.
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I sent my husband a pillowcase once that I had slept on.  Shampoo, perfume, all of the familiar scents of home.\nLittle refrigerator magnets with cute sayings or that hold pictures.  Candles with promises of romantic dinners or baths by candlelight.  A book of poems with handwritten notes along some that remind you of him.  Coupons for backrubs, strip teases etc.  Use your imagination.\nHave fun!!
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my wife and i....i make my own stuff with steel and chains...start by just tying her or you to the bed or chair...and go from there....or go to a fetish night at a club to see how they do it....ps...dress in black if you go
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I would go for something small and thoughtful, rather than "inexpensive".  If you talked with your FIL (father-in-law), I'm sure you could gather some quick information about the things she likes to do, her favorite cologne and such.  Maybe she's into crochet or knitting, then you could buy a pattern book and some yarn.  Or maybe she's into golf, you could get her some club-covers or some personalized golf-balls.  Or maybe she's into photography, you could get her a new camera bag.\n\nSome other, more general, ideas off the top of my head are:\n\nHallmark (or Wal-Mart, if you prefer) has some nice photo ablums, memory boxes and such.  \n\nA scrap-book starter kit with everything she needs except the photos to get started with scrap-booking.  \n\nA "frou-frou" bath set with bath crystals, lotion, soaps, ect.\n\nA gift certificate to a local salon for a manicure and/or pedicure.\n\nA robe and nightgown set.\n\nA set of mittens with a scarf and hat.\n\nIf all else fails, get a gift certificate for some place nice like "Bed, Bath and Beyond" or a nice restaurant as a couple's gift.
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1. She had many quilting bees with the ladies...(good excuse to keep up with the latest gossip).\n\n2.She used her "ties" to have a 3-some with George & Martha.\n\nYou are "sew" rude!!\nWhat a "stitch"!!
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Warm, cosy, sharing, forgiving and loving!\nOh, did i get it wrong?!
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rags, and or old cloths
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renewing vowels??  hehe!\n\nif you mean vows then i suggest getting your family to make everything, cuts down on costs. \n\nPick a theme.. like white, or roses or classic or something..\n\nthen think of what fits the theme and is cheap.. \n\nBrainstorm!!
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trinket, blanket, plank, tank, ink, anklet, ankle\n\n.....keeping in mind they must be objects.
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i know. only in a dictionary the word divorce comes before marriage
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In German wedding called 'Hochzeit'\nMarriage is called 'Ehe'
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I know this web site that has fabulous ideas and it might help you.Best wishes to you! Oh and they have a million dollar wedding dress on it!
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when you are married. duh.