When choosing a gift for a birthday or any other occasion, it's easy to get it wrong, which means the celebration will be ruined. To avoid this, you can give money, but do it in an original and unforgettable way. One of the suggested methods will impress not only the guest of honor but also the crowd of guests, delighting and surprising them.
How to give money for a birthday in an original way?
If the birthday person's tastes are unknown or there's a risk of choosing the wrong gift, it's also better to give money, which they can use to buy a gift they truly need. You can give the money in a unique way by choosing one of the methods described below.
«"Happiness Injection"»
To create a gift, simply buy a regular medical syringe. Now remove and discard the needle, and stuff the syringe with a few bills. Once you've made the money syringe, you can package it in a beautiful matching box, complete with a card with creative wishes or a greeting.
Money postcard
Money in a card – is it boring and banal? Perhaps, but there's an original approach that can make the money a real surprise. You can create a unique gift of money by gluing rolled-up banknotes, decorated with "lights," inside the card. They'll resemble holiday candles that need to be blown out to make all your dreams come true.
A box of chocolates
Such a sweet gift may seem simple and banal to many, but with the right approach, the surprise will be pleasant and unexpected. After buying a box of chocolates, you can replace all the sweets with folded banknotes. Ideally, use bills of different currencies and denominations.
Money bank
This method is probably one of the simplest, so it's best used only in extreme cases. Simply take a jar and fill it with tied bills. You can add some large coins to the surprise, then seal the jar with a lid. You can glue a funny caption on top of the lid, such as "Ready to eat.".
A bucket of sand
This gift is perfect for birthday celebrants whose main goal is to acquire real estate. We all remember playing in the sandbox as children, creating beautiful sand castles. A bucket of sand and a shovel is a unique analogy for childhood memories, complemented by banknotes symbolizing help in achieving this goal.
How to give money as a wedding gift in an original way?
When it comes to newlyweds, money is a classic and universal gift. To make it unusual and special, simply think of an original way to give it. In this case, you can use one of the methods suggested below.
A gift for travelers
If the newlyweds enjoy traveling, they might consider giving a unique monetary gift. You can create a collage of currencies from around the world, but large bills (like $100 or euro) aren't necessary—variety is key. You can also create a picture of the money arranged in the shape of an airplane or a ship, which will also look very original. You can complement the gift with beautiful poetry or parting words.
A gift under glass
An equally interesting option is to give money encased in glass. Simply buy a frame, such as a photo frame, and place the money inside. You can add a hammer and the phrase, "Break glass in case of emergency.".
A humorous surprise
In this case, you need to prepare in advance by purchasing a large box. Before decorating it with ribbons and bows, place glass jars inside. When presenting the gift to the newlyweds, pretend to accidentally fall, causing the box to fly out of your hands and break with a distinctive sound. After apologizing for the mishap, you can offer to look inside, as instructions for use (an envelope containing money) are included.
Money composition
You can make a creative gift of money by creating a unique composition. For example, you can make a money painting with the money placed under glass. The whole point of this gift is that you can write a funny phrase next to each bill, such as "for a manicure," "for beer," "for diapers," etc.
Original umbrella
In this case, simply buy a regular umbrella and give it to the newlyweds. They'll likely be surprised by such a gift, but the real surprise will come when they open it. To create a surprise, simply tie some banknotes to the inside of the umbrella with strings. You can accompany the gift with lines from a song called "The Weather in the House.".
Money balloons
If the previous methods don't seem appealing, try using money balloons. This gift is very easy to make: just fill the balloons with helium and stuff them with money.
A gift in the style of "The Death of Koschei"«
A simpler, yet interesting and original, cash gift option is a "Death of Koschei"-themed surprise. Simply take the money and place it in an envelope, then in a bag, then in a small box, then in a larger box, and so on. The gift should look like a large box or chest.
Thermos
Another simple yet original idea for a cash gift is to give the newlyweds a thermos. To do this, buy a metal thermos and have it engraved with their name. Ideally, you could create a set, complementing the thermos with metal cups. Hide some money under the thermos lid and present it to the couple, offering them a cup of hot tea. When presenting it, you can subtly hint that this thermos can keep them warm not only in winter but also in summer.