They said yes, now give them something that captures this exact moment
Fondfolio helps you create a one-of-a-kind book to celebrate a newly engaged couple by collecting heartfelt words, stories and relationship wisdom from everyone who loves them.
Before the wedding planning takes over, bottle this feeling.
Create an Engagement FondfolioDon’t pay until all your words are collectedPricing options
Each book is handmade and comes ready to gift in a reusable wrap
How it works
Create and collect
Sign up and create a new Engagement Fondfolio. Share the unique questionnaire url with friends and family. You’ll be notified each time someone contributes. They can make edits, and so can you.
Make it personal
When you’re ready, add your customizations and place the order. You’ll get the digital version immediately and we’ll send you a pdf proof of the pages to approve before we start printing.
Enjoy togetherness
Each book arrives ready-to-gift in a reusable wrap, so all you need to do is thank everyone who contributed. And, like a compliment spoken aloud, everyone involved will share in the joy — even if they’re not there in person.
The engagement is its own beautiful, fleeting thing — before the to-do lists begin
A gift that captures the joy of right now, before the big day takes over
Different from a wedding guest book, in the best way
A wedding Fondfolio captures the day itself. An engagement Fondfolio captures something different: the collective joy of everyone who loves this couple at the moment they decided to commit to each other. It’s about the relationship they’ve already built, not just the one they’re about to formalise — and that’s a different, equally precious thing.
Relationship wisdom they'll actually want to read
Instead of “Congratulations!” scrawled on a card, your questions prompt contributors to share how they’ve seen the couple grow together, what they love about their relationship, and what advice they’d genuinely offer. The result is something the couple will return to throughout their marriage — not just on the day.
Perfect timing
The period between the engagement and the wedding is often consumed by planning. A Fondfolio is a rare chance to pause and let the people who love them express what this news actually meant to them — before the guest list debates and seating charts take over. Share the link in the engagement announcement or with the immediate circle and let contributions roll in at their own pace.
For the friend group, the families, or both
Whether this is an intimate book from the couple’s closest friends, a broader collection that includes both families, or something in between — Fondfolio works at any scale. You can collect as many or as few contributions as feels right, and the book grows accordingly.
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They loved it! They both cried tears of joy at the great memories that were shared with them. Thanks for making a great and beautiful gift for two of my favorite people. The Fondfolio site and process itself was seamless.
Meghan, New York
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How is an engagement Fondfolio different from a wedding one?
They complement each other beautifully, but they’re distinct. A wedding Fondfolio tends to focus on the day — wishes, memories of the couple together, hopes for their future. An engagement Fondfolio is earlier in the story: it’s about the moment of the announcement, the joy of the people around them, and the relationship they’ve built to get here. Some people create both — one to mark the engagement, one as a wedding guest book.
Who should I invite to contribute?
It’s entirely up to you. The most common approach is close friends and immediate family on both sides, but there’s no rule. Former colleagues who were there through the relationship, old school friends, even people who introduced the couple — anyone who has a meaningful connection to their story is worth including.
When should I give it?
The engagement party is a natural moment, but it doesn’t have to be. Some people give it as a surprise shortly after the announcement, while the excitement is fresh. Others wait for a quieter moment — a dinner, a visit — when the couple can actually sit and read it together.
Each contribution is printed on creamy 100% recycled speckletone paper. We carefully proof and typeset each spread to ensure the best reading experience.
After you place your order, we’ll follow up with a pdf of the pages so that you can have a final look before we start printing.
Sewn with durable waxed Irish linen thread, the exposed spine allows for an infinite number of contributions, and serves as a visual reminder of the real human connections expressed within. We’ll select a thread colour that best compliments your cover.
Collect as many contributions as you can — the more the merrier, at no extra cost.
The inside back cover of each Fondfolio is engraved with befitting words from a socially conscious visionary — we’ll select from one of our favourites.
We giftwrap each book in a locally sourced vintage scarf using the Japanese “Furoshiki” technique — another unique touch that also helps reduce our impact on the environment.
After the order is complete you’ll immediately receive a digital version of the Fondfolio which can be shared with everyone who contributed — great for those who can’t be there to celebrate in person.
We’ll print a scannable code in the back of each book so the recipient can bring their words with them wherever they go.
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Becky and Ryan LOVED their gift, thank you very much for all your help! I thought the process was easy to follow and complete.
Kelly, Santa Monica
Digital Only
Portable words of wisdom — all the contributions in a personalized Fondfolio website — easily share with everyone who contributed. An elegant alternative to cheesy group greeting cards.
$10 - $25
Digital + Hardcover
Everything you get with digital, plus a beautiful handmade hardcover version — each contribution occupying a spread. One-of-a-kind cover design. Free Furoshiki giftwrapping. A physical manifestation of love.
$200
Digital + Custom
We offer some upgrades to help make your gift extra special: Solid hardwood covers, a custom slipcase (a cosy made-to-measure home for the book) and custom cover engravings (inspired by the recipient).
$260+
Don’t pay until you’ve collected all your words and you’re ready to order. All prices are in US Dollars (USD).
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