Things to Consider When Buying That Perfect Wedding Gift 3

Buying a perfect wedding gift can be difficult, especially if the happy couple already have a home together. In this series of blog posts we take a look at 5 important things to consider when you are looking for that perfect wedding gift and ways to avoid an expensive blunder.


Money or a gift voucher is always acceptable. Yes it may seem a bit impersonal and lacking imagination, but it can be very useful especially if the couple is saving up for something big, a deposit for a house or a large piece of furniture for example. 

One word of warning though, the amount you give could be tricky. What may seem a generous amount to one couple, may seem less than generous to another.

If you're looking to buy the perfect wedding gift, why not check out the range on offer at www.plattersslate.com, you'll find something to suit all tastes and budgets.

Personalised Gifts – The Way to Show Someone You Really Care

If you're looking for a gift that really makes a statement, nothing says you care more than something personalised. In this blog we look at some of the options available and give you some ideas for that special person in your life.


Sometimes it's difficult to find the right gift that is appropriate for the occasion or the person. A great way to show someone that you have put thought and time into choosing their gift, is to choose something that can be personalised and therefore unique to them.

Personalised gifts can be quirky, humorous or sensitive depending on the occasion and there is something out there for all types of event whether happy or sad.
Slate is an ideal base for personalised gifts; it is stylish, elegant, long lasting and suitable for indoor or outdoor applications.

Engraved plaques can be given as stand alone presents or as an addition to another gift to make it unique. Examples are a name, number or address plaque for a house warming, a name plaque for a bedroom for a young person or a comical message that could be a private joke.

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Or check out the range of beautiful hand crafted personalised slate gifts at www.plattersslate.com

Things to Consider When Buying that Perfect Wedding Gift 2

Buying a perfect wedding gift can be difficult, especially if the happy couple already have a home together. In this series of blog posts we take a look at 5 important things to consider when you are looking for that perfect wedding gift and ways to avoid an expensive blunder.

Give some thought to what message you want your gift to convey to the couple. Do you want something that is practical and functional or do you want something more decorative and ornamental? Also take into account that your gift could be something that will have a special memory for them to look back on in future years. A special hotel room for the wedding night, an excursion somewhere special on the honeymoon or a camera to take those never to be forgotten photos would all make excellent choices.

If you're looking to buy the perfect wedding gift, why not check out the range on offer at www.plattersslate.com, you'll find something to suit all tastes and budgets.

Things to Consider When Buying That Perfect Wedding Gift

Buying a perfect wedding gift can be difficult, especially if the happy couple already have a home together. In this series of blog posts we take a look at 5 important things to consider when you are looking for that perfect wedding gift and ways to avoid an expensive blunder.

1. Does the couple have a wedding list? If they do, a look at the list will give you some indication of what the couple need or want to set up their home together. Usually there is a range of items both large and small to cater for all budgets. Remember though that the list is a guide and not obligatory. Therefore if you have something in mind that isn't on the list, than that's fine.

If you're looking to buy the perfect wedding gift, why not check out the range on offer at www.plattersslate.com, you'll find something to suit all tastes and budgets.

How to Decorate the Perfect Christmas Table

With Christmas and the Holiday season approaching fast, now is the time to start thinking about the Christmas day festivities and how you are going to decorate your table for the big day. In this article we will give you some hints and tips for the perfect Christmas table that will wow your family and friends.

Whether your taste is traditional or contemporary you will want to make the Christmas day meal special for your guests and how you decorate the table is a key part of that overall enjoyment.

A stylish way to compliment your table is to use slate for your place mats and coasters. The black of the slate will contrast beautifully with a white tablecloth and highlight the dinner plates and serving dishes. Slate table centrepieces are also available in a variety of designs to suit all tastes. They can be used for decorative or practical purposes.

Some examples would be as a base for candles, as a serving platter or as a base for small serving bowls or pepper and salt mills.

 If you plan on serving cup cakes or pastries, then a slate cake stand is a perfect addition to the table and shows off your confections beautifully.

If you want to Decorate the Perfect Christmas Table then why not take a look at the range of slate tableware and gifts at www.plattersslate.com and impress your family and friends this Christmas?