You’re not behind - you just need the right solution.
Wedding planning has a funny way of doing this: you tick off the big things, feel organised… and then suddenly realise the guestbook hasn’t been sorted. Maybe it slipped down the list, or maybe you only just realised that the high street shops don't have much choice, which is what most clients tell us when they find us.
The good news? Leaving your wedding guestbook to the last minute doesn’t mean settling for something generic. There are beautiful, meaningful options that are ready to go - and can still still feel deeply personal.
Why a fingerprint tree works so well for last-minute weddings
Fingerprint trees are one of the most intuitive and relaxed guestbook alternatives. Guests instantly understand what to do, there’s no pressure to write long messages on the spot, and the end result becomes a piece of artwork rather than a book that’s tucked away.
For couples short on time, they’re especially appealing because:
there’s no wording to finalise
no proofs or approvals
and no waiting on customisation timelines
It’s simple, inclusive, and genuinely meaningful.
A ready-to-ship wedding guestbook that doesn’t feel rushed
The Pohutukawa Wedding Keepsake Set was designed with exactly this moment in mind.
This curated set includes:
a fine-art A3 Pohutukawa fingerprint tree print
a matching pair of hand-bound Pohutukawa vow books
guest instructions, archival pen, and ink pads
Everything arrives beautifully presented and ready to use - no personalisation required.
Handmade in New Zealand and inspired by relaxed, heartfelt weddings, it’s a calm solution when time is tight, without looking or feeling last-minute.
As a bonus, for every set purchased, a native tree is planted through Trees That Count, making it a keepsake that gives back long after the day itself.
Also perfect as a thoughtful wedding gift
While this set is ideal for couples organising their own wedding, it’s also a beautiful option if you’re looking for a meaningful wedding or engagement gift.
It’s especially suited to:
parents or close family wanting to gift something lasting
friends who know the couple values experiences over “things”
anyone wanting an alternative to gift vouchers or homeware gifts
Because it’s non-personalised and ready to ship, it works beautifully as a last-minute wedding gift that still feels considered and special.
Who this keepsake set is best suited for
Relaxed New Zealand weddings
Couples who love meaningful, tactile details
Anyone looking for a wedding guestbook alternative
Last-minute planners who still want something beautiful
Eco-conscious couples who value giving back
A keepsake that lives on after the wedding
After the day, your fingerprint tree becomes a framed reminder of everyone who stood beside you. Paired with your vow books, it tells the story of both your promises and your people - a quiet, lasting record of the beginning of your marriage.
If you’re looking for a wedding guestbook that feels thoughtful, calm, and ready when you are, the Pohutukawa Wedding Keepsake Set was created for exactly that.
