What do you think the average amount for a wedding gift is? Some might say $50. But the truth is people spend an average of $126 on a gift. Even for a shower, people are spending $60. Crate & Barrel is a popular spot for these kinds of gifts. The store is almost set up to cater to gift-buying shoppers. Bed, Bath & Beyond is another popular spot, as are Target and Wal-Mart. Some unconventional things are also going on, including giving couples cash to help with a “house fund.” People register for a wedding with a mortgage lender and the gift is to help them with their down payment or mortgage.