Wedding Gifts They'll Cherish

Choosing a great wedding gift can take some thought.  Yes, picking something from their registry is helpful and all, but it won't be something they'll remember you by.

Here are some out-of-the-box ideas to help you select a wedding gift they'll cherish they're whole life together.  The best part is they'll always think of you whenever they use it!

A mosaic mirror is for an extra special gift.  The mosaic frame suits a modest budget

Options

18x22 mosaic mirror $350.00 USD silver mosaic frame $62.00 USD

Seattle's Angie Heinrich studied mosaic-making with masters in Italy and Spain.  The craftsmanship she applies to her mosaics is very high.  Shown here is a lovely oval mirror measuring 22" x 18".  Easy to hang with a picture wire on the back.  This one features brick red and golden tiles - perfect for homes with warm colors.  Other colors and sizes are also available - just email me with ideas and I'll send pictures for you to review.

If your budget is more modest, check out the gorgeous silver picture frame on the right.  It holds a 6" x 4" photo - perfect for their favorite wedding portrait.  A great gift at $62.  Other colors also available - just ask.

Bud vases of copper and steel between glass

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5" bud vase $48.00 USD 7" bud vase $58.00 USD 9" bud vase $68.00 USD Trio - one of each size $168.00 USD

The ancient technique of fusing metal between two pieces of glass is brought into the 21st century by Charlton Glassworks.  Here we see elegant simplicity in a trio of bud vases that were created by fusing pieces of copper and steel between the glass.  When copper is heated up to fuse the glass together, wonderful colors like burgundy, purple, brick and black come out in a beautiful array that's never the same twice.  The steel turns a shiny black.  

Due to the simple style, this design works well in nearly any home decorating style.  For a special couple, get the trio.  For someone less beloved or a more modest budget, just choose one.

Mid-Century inspired fused glass trays

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Red-White-Black Tray $70.00 USD White-Red-Black Tray $70.00 USD Pair of Plates - one each $135.00 USD

Here at the gallery we are hearing that more and more couples are decorating in the mid-century style of the 50s and 60s.  This pair of fused glass trays picks up the mood of that style, adding a touch of elegance as well.  Each tray measures 10" x 10" and is fully functional.  Some use them for dinner plates, others for appetizers.  They're also excellent to simply display as a work of art.  

Get the pair for a special couple, or just one if the budget is more limited.

"The Chalice" - sculptural piece that's also functional as a vase

This is a fabulous gift for a couple near and dear to your heart.  Sculpted by the masterful hands of Barry McAlister, this is actually two separate pieces that nestle inside each other, with the center depicting a flame.  What could better capture your hopes for lasting, vibrant love between these two about to embark on a new adventure together?

Four options for a limited budget

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"Colors of Home" painting $58.00 USD Lime/Amber/Purple Salad Set $58.00 USD Amber/Sage Salad Set $58.00 USD Burgundy/Amber/Black Salad Set $58.00 USD oil/vinegar bottle $34.00 USD

For various reasons, you may not wish to spend a large amount on a wedding gift.  Never fear!  Here are some great options starting at $20.

At top left we have an original acrylic painting (this is NOT a reproduction), "Colors of Love", by Julie Terrell.  For a couple who loves color, this is a wonderful gift, and easy to place, measuring 10" x 10".

At top right we have a delightful pair of Everyday Drinking Glasses, perfect for milk, orange juice, water, or whatever you want.  At just $20 for a pair, that's a gift they'll use every day!  Sorry, but this item is SOLD OUT.

At the lower left we have three choices of the elegant yet fun beaded salad sets by Chantal Trandafir.  These are the three most popular color choices because they go with so many different types of plateware.

At lower right, a charming oil or vinegar bottle features a fused glass heart.  Celebrate their love for each other and their love of cooking with this simple, elegant gift.  This particular oil/vinegar bottle is SOLD OUT, but many other options are available.  Let me send you images.

Of course, we have many more options in the gallery, but this gives you some fun ideas to contemplate as you plan for your weddings this summer.

Hope to see you soon,
Manya and Jeff

Creative Wedding Gifts for Every Budget

Aluminum and Glass wreath

Many of our customers refuse to buy wedding gifts based on the bridal registry.  "It's too boring!", they exclaim!  And so they come to MaJe Gallery to find something meaningful, beautiful, and handmade!  

And the best part - we have a great gift for every budget!

Take this lovely aluminum and glass wreath by Washington artist Celeste Stuhring.  What a perfect gift for the wine-loving couple who are setting up house together.  And since aluminum doesn't rust or tarnish, it hangs equally well outdoors too.  It's 15" in diameter.  $74.99.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Hand-sculpted clay

This hand-sculpted clay vase is called "The Flame."  A great gift for a couple who are proclaiming the flame of their love to the world through their marriage.  It stands 15" tall x 9" wide.

It's actually two separate pieces, that fit snugly inside each other - another metaphor for a great partnership!  Both pieces can hold water and live flowers, but it is also very lovely simply as a sculpture.  Made in Washington by Barry McAlister.  $225.

Original 10" x 8" acrylic painting on canvas

It sometimes feels tricky to buy original art for someone else, but if you know they love colorful things, this could be a real winner.  It is a great size (10" x 8") to tuck into a lonely spot on any wall.  And what a lovely message to send to the new couple! Oregon artist Julie Terrell painted this, and has others like it as well.  $64.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Stemless wine glasses with heart embellishments

If your budget is smaller, check out this charming pair of stemless wine glasses with fused glass heart embellishments.  One red heart and one blue heart is just perfect for the newlyweds!  No wine charms necessary, as these are permanently adhered to the glass itself.  Made in Washington by Celeste Stuhring.  Get the pair for $40.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Mosaic Mirror

For a spectacular gift for a special couple, a mosaic mirror by mosaic master Angie Heinrich from Seattle is an excellent choice.  This one features a brick red and gold color palette, but many other color choices are available upon request.  

This classic oval shape measures 18" x 22".  The mosaics consist of hand-made Italian glass tiles, and glass and metal beads.  Angie studied mosaic-making with masters in Italy and Spain, and her meticulous attention to detail shows that training.  $370.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Copper and steel fused between two sheets of glass make distinctive vases.

Size Options

5" bud vase $55.00 USD 7" bud vase $65.00 USD 9" bud vase $75.00 USD One of each size $186.00 USD

A small but elegant gift is one of these bud vases.  Made by fusing copper and steel between two sheets of glass, they are the same on both sides.  A simple metal stand holds them up.  When copper is heated up, all the gorgeous and rich colors come out that you see here, and steel turns black.

Made in Washington by Charlton Glass, each is signed by the artist.  Get just one, or choose the trio to make a bolder statement.

Trio of fused glass art platters

Art Glass is beloved by both men and women alike, which makes it a particularly lovely gift for a couple.  These unique Art Glass Bowls by Washington artist Heidi VanderWerff are just the ticket.  Available in a variety of colors such as mixed brights (top left), Red (top right), and Ocean (bottom), you can find a color to compliment any decor.

Each bowl measures approximately 12.5" in diameter.  Completely functional, it sits evenly on a tabletop.  It can also be placed on an easel for display purposes.

Choose a creative and distinctive gift for your next wedding!  Let us help you find the perfect gift at MaJe Gallery!

Jeff and Manya
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