Beyond the plastic horseshoe…

Available exclusively from Cox and Cox these badges are designed to be a wedding party icebreaker. They feature phrases such as 'my shoes are killing me' and 'I love the groom' which are funnier the truer they are, especially if the latter isn't worn by the bride. They are available in black, white and pink and cost £10.50 for 12.

Glasgow based designers Showpony have come up with this fun and frankly handy wedding souvenir which can be personalised with the bride and groom's names. The 100% cotton teatowel is an attractive item and perhaps also a useful reminder that much of marriage is about washing up.

Presents for people who already have toasters

These striking stitched pictures are created exclusively for Avocado Sweet by Edinburgh textile artist Malcolm Cruickshank. They feature a significant date on either a plain white background, vintage wallpaper or image of your choosing. We have a selection of 50s, 60s and 70s papers but you are welcome to supply something of your own that is personal to you. For weddings they look particularly good framed and mounted in white. To purchase visit our shop or drop us an email.