Make It Personal: Maine-Themed Wedding Welcome Bags
At Whitney Farm Estate in Oxford, Maine, we believe the perfect celebration starts with a warm welcome! Nothing says “welcome to our wedding weekend” like a personalized welcome bag filled with local Maine goodies, especially for those out-of-town guests.
Whether it’s a custom tote, a gable box, or something uniquely you, the container sets the tone. Personalize it through platforms like Etsy or Zazzle, and consider choosing something your guests will actually want to reuse, long after the wedding weekend ends.
Local chocolates such as Ragged Coast Chocolates, Dean’s Sweets, Bixby Chocolates, and Ella’s Chocolates are great options for something sweet. You also can’t go wrong with Maine chocolate covered blueberries, or Needham’s famous “Maine Potato Candy” dating back to the 1870’s!
You’ll have to add something savory or salty to go along with the sweet. Perhaps crunchy chips from Fox Family Potato Chips or Vintage Maine Kitchen, or even popcorn from Coastal Maine Popcorn.
Want to go more gourmet? The well-known Stonewall Kitchen is another great addition featuring a variety of crackers, dips or jams.
For beverages, Poland Springs water is perfect to keep your guests hydrated, as we can’t get much closer to the source than we are in Oxford! If your guests are over 21, perhaps a bottle or two of local beer from one of several Maine breweries to choose from such as Oxbow Beer Garden, Norway Brewing Company, Sunday River Brewing Company, or one of the other many craft breweries in the area. Make it a perfect pairing with a lobster shaped bottle opener or perhaps a customized bottle opener with your wedding date.
Want to add a little local guide? Include a list of must-visit hiking trails like Shepard’s Farm Preserve, hidden gems, and shops around Oxford. We love Oxford Hills Mercantile/Ollie and David’s for those who are into vintage home goods, homemade pastries, coffee and tea! Cute boutique gift shops, like The Woods Maine Shop in Norway, is also a great place for your out of town guests to get some amazing Maine apparel and merchandise.
For the outdoorsy and adventure-loving crowd, consider tossing in practical extras like sunscreen or bug spray. Want to add a fun touch? Custom sunglasses with your wedding date or location make for a memorable (and useful!) keepsake.
We strongly recommending including a welcome note that has the weekend’s timeline and transportation schedule for your guests. It’s a simple touch that makes a big difference, and ensures that your guests know what is happening and when! Trust us, you don’t want to be bothered answering these questions on your wedding day!
For Maine themed welcome bag inspiration, check out our Pinterest page: https://www.pinterest.com/WhitneyFarmEstate/maine-wedding-giftswelcome-bags/ .
Cheers to your Maine wedding weekend!
