Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who has a love for cartography and mapmaking, there are several unique and meaningful gift ideas that you could consider for their wedding. These gifts would not only complement their interests but also serve as a symbol of their special day. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Custom Map Art: Find a talented artist who specializes in creating custom map artwork. They can create a personalized map of the location where your friend is getting married. This could be a detailed illustration of the wedding venue or even a broader map depicting the city or region. It will be a one-of-a-kind piece that captures the essence of their special day.

2. Antique Maps: Consider gifting them a beautifully framed vintage map or atlas. Scour antique stores or online marketplaces for maps from significant periods or regions. You can choose a map of a place that holds sentimental value to them, like their childhood town or a place they dream of visiting together. It will be a nostalgic and stunning addition to their home decor.

3. Map-Making Tools: Help them nurture their love for cartography by providing them with high-quality map-making tools. This could include different types of map pens, precision scissors, vibrant color markers, or a professional compass. These tools will encourage them to continue exploring their passion for creating maps.

4. Personalized Globe: Look for a customized globe where they can mark places they have been together or places they aspire to visit in the future. You could have their names and wedding date engraved on the base to make it even more special. This gift will not only remind them of their wedding day but also inspire them to embark on new adventures together.

5. Map-themed Home Decor: Explore various map-themed home decor options to enhance their living space. Consider map-printed throw pillows, vintage map coasters, or map-themed wall art. These items will add a touch of cartographic charm to their home and remind them of their common interest.

6. Map-based Experiences: Consider gifting them an experience related to their love for maps. This could include a guided tour of a historical map exhibit at a museum, a hot air balloon ride over a picturesque landscape, or even a trip to a unique geographical location. Creating memories together in places that fuel their passion for cartography will be truly unforgettable.

Remember, the most significant aspect of any wedding gift is the thought and love behind it. By tailoring your gift to their specific interest in cartography and mapmaking, you will undoubtedly provide them with a meaningful and personal gift that they will cherish for a lifetime.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Tracy Miller Fulks says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“This was such a beautiful gift for my son and his wife for the day they married. My only problem was I left it in the cart where I tried to buy a frame and they never got to see it. I have to order another one, it was too perfect of a gift 🎁👍❤️”