Gift Registry
Your Presence is the Present: The Gift Question, Answered
Why We Don’t Expect Gifts
First things first: we don’t expect gifts. Truly. Your presence is the best present, and we mean that with our whole hearts.
We’re very aware that just coming to celebrate with us isn’t free. For some of you, it means booking plane tickets and accommodation. For others, it might mean filling the car with petrol for a long drive, juggling kids, or having to take time off work. And then there’s the whole “wedding guest prep” side of things — new outfits, hair, makeup, babysitters, pet sitters… it all adds up. We know that, and we don’t take it lightly.
So if all you do is show up, hug us, and eat cake with us — we’ll already feel spoiled.
And on the flip side: yes, we now know exactly how expensive weddings are too. (Spoiler alert: very, very expensive.) Which is just another reason we don’t want anyone to feel pressured into spending more than they want to.
What People Traditionally Do
Traditionally, weddings have “gift registries.” These are basically lists of household goodies — fancy toasters, shiny cutlery sets, sheets, towels, décor — all the nice things couples might need when setting up home together.
That’s a lovely tradition… but here’s the thing: Jayke and I already have a home full of all those basics. So while we love the sentiment, it doesn’t quite fit our situation.
Our Twist on Gifts
Instead of a registry, if you do feel strongly about giving us something, the best way to support us is through a contribution toward one of our two “funds.”
Think of it this way — you’re not just handing us cash. You’re helping us build something we’ll treasure:
• ✈️ The Honeymoon Fund
We’d love to finally take a honeymoon (eventually — it might not be right after the wedding, but it’s on the dream list). Contributing here helps us create those memories together.
• 🐄 The Farm Fund
If you know us, you know our hearts are set on expanding our little slice of land into a full animal haven. Your gift here helps us add a few more acres and a lot more furry friends.
So if you’d like to give a gift, those are the two “jars” we’re filling. But again — absolutely no pressure.
We also know some people love the joy of picking out a physical gift. And if that’s you — go for it!
To make it fun, we’ve made a “wishlist gallery” of quirky, totally-not-serious-but-kind-of-serious ideas. Some are useful, some are just hilarious, and all of them would make us smile. (Think things we’d never buy ourselves, but would secretly love.)
So whether it’s from our wish list or something thoughtful you spotted and just know we’ll love — that’s amazing. We’ll treasure whatever comes from you.
But What If You Have Something in Mind?
Wishlist Gallery
our not-so-serious
The Practical Stuff (Logistics)
If you do decide on a gift, we also don’t want you stressing over how to get it to us.
A few options:
• Bringing something on the day? Totally fine, but please don’t feel like you have to lug anything heavy across states or countries.
• Ordering something online? If you’d prefer to ship directly, you can send it here:
📮 Mailing option:
Abbie & Jayke
PO Box 800
Oxenford QLD 4210
• Cash gifts? We’ll have a secure card box at the wedding for envelopes. That way, no one’s awkwardly juggling gifts on the dance floor.
We’ll say it one more time because it matters most: your presence is truly the present. If you want to gift beyond that, we’ve made it fun, lighthearted, and easy. But just showing up and celebrating with us means more than anything you could wrap up with a bow.