RE: Asking For Money Without Being Rude In A

Hi guys! I live in Lanzarote, and came back to England for my wedding. Most of my guests knew that I couldn`t take gifts back in the luggage allowance, however, I did make little poems suggesting money if they would like to give gift, also stating that it was the guests presence NOT presents. All the guests commented on the poem, and said it was not cheeky or rude, and if I didn`t put that in with the invites, I would be leaving several toasters and dinner sets in England.
I supose it depends on how you word your poem or whatever. I sat down and wrote it myself, (it took me ages though) so it was personal to my lifestyle and my needs, some of the ones on the internet and books were realy cheeky and tacky!
These accounts with shops are a good idea, but again, not for my circumstances! :(

What is the difference between asking for cash or gifts? If you go register for gifts, you are asking for them... 99.9% of the time, guests WANT to know what you want. It helps them. If it`s an aunt who doesn`t know what to get you, registering helps. If you don`t put any stores on their, most people will give gift cards or cash. I personally wouldn`t buy anyone a toaster ESPECIALLY if they already have a house set up. It was different years ago when the bride still lived with her parents and needed everything. Nowadays, people want to give cash or gift cards.