Great Wedding Gifts to Add to Your Registry

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The Benefits of A Wedding Registry

Setting up a gift registry helps you and your guests determine exactly what you need to start your new life with your significant other. The last thing people want is to receive is a whole bunch of stuff that they really don't need, or want , as well as deal with the hassles of trying to return or get rid of the presents they received. A gift registry keeps you organized and plan your needs and wants together . When you set up a wedding gift registry at places like a department store, you are usually assigned to a consultant who will review your profile, make suggestions for your requirements, and follow through from pre-wedding and post wedding needs. A consultant will assist you in adding gifts to your registry for your wedding shower, wedding day, and possibly even your baby shower. :-)
Some registries offer incentives such as discounts on gift items to be purchased or completed after the wedding. The good thing about registries, especially with larger department stores, is that your friend or relative in another city, province, or state can access your registry online or at the department store kiosk and find exactly what you need and what has already been purchased for you. This takes alot of stress of your wedding guests as well as yourself so you do not receive duplicated gift orders.

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Starting Your Wedding Registry

Setting up your Profile

Starting a wedding registry requires a bit of planning and should start from the time of your engagement. You will need some time to figure out what you need and to give your wedding guests enough time to find your registered items. You and your partner might be starting out in a new home and will need things such as dinnerware, flatware, stemware, kitchen appliances, furniture appliances, bath and bed linens, home furnishings, etc. etc. You never realize how much you need to fill your home until you actually plan it out.

Questions you might be asked when setting up your registry are:

1. Are you moving into a new home or adding to an existing?

2. What is your style? ie-Contemporary, Country, Modern, Casual or Traditional

3. What type of residence are moving into? Apartment, condo, or House.

4. What rooms do you have in your residence? Living room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Basement, etc.

5. How many bathrooms or bedrooms do you have?

6. What major appliances do you require?

7. What is your color scheme for each room?

8. Will you be entertaining guests?

9. Do you enjoy cooking?

10. Are you planning a honeymoon?

11. Do you need luggage?

There are so many things to consider that will help determine what is best suited for your needs.

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Getting Started

Household Products

Here are some gift ideas to help get you started in your home.

Cutlery

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Kitchen Basics

Cannister set, storage containers, spice racks, te more...0 points

Bakeware & Cookware

Casserole dish, roasting pan, pots and pans, cooki more...0 points

Kitchen Gadgets

Cheese grater, garlic press,vegetable peeler, can more...0 points

Kitchen Appliances

Blender, coffee,espresso or cappuccino maker, kett more...0 points

Major Appliances

Fridge, Stove, Microwave,dishwasher, freezer, wash more...0 points

Bed & Bath Products

Towels, sheets, duvets, blankets, pillows, comfort more...0 points

Decorative accessories & Giftware

Artwork, picture frames, mirrors, clock, lamp, vas more...0 points

Home Furnishings & Home Entertainment

Bed, sofa, loveseat, chairs, coffee table, t.v. st more...0 points

Travel Accessories

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Dinnerware

Informal or formal place settings, cups & sauc more...0 points

Stemware

Water goblet, champagne glass, red wine glass, whi more...0 points

Bar Ware

Beer glass, Pilsner glass, Shaker, corkscrew, wine more...0 points

Table Linens

Napkins, tablecloths, napkin rings,placemats,table more...0 points

Flatware

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Items For Your Bathroom

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Add items to your registry that make your bathroom stylish, comfortable and inviting.

Think of patterns that will compliment your paint colors, wall coverings and flooring.

Items to consider:



LINENS

Face Cloths
Hand Towels
Bath Sheets
Bath Mats
Beach Towels

APPLIANCES

Blow Dryer
Electric Toothbrush
Heating Pad
Shaver
Scale

ACCESSORIES

Shower Head/Massager
Shower Curtain
Shower Liner
Shower Rings
Tootbrush holder
Laundry Basket

DECOR

Mirror
Towel Rack
Soap/Lotion Dispenser
Waste Basket
Candles and Candle Holders

For Your Living Room

Living Room

Whether you are entertaining, cuddling on the couch watching a movie, or relaxing with a good book, choose items for your registry that fit your style and decor.

Items for your living room:

HOME ELECTRONICS

Flat Screen TV
VCR
DVD Player
Stereo System
Home Theatre System
Speakers
Gaming System
Cordless Phone
Digital Camera

Decorative Accessories

Book Cases
Coffee Table & Side Tables
Rugs
Picture Frames
Baskets
Magazine Holder
Clock
Mirrors
Artwork
Lamps
Decorative Cushions
Throw
Candles & Candle Holders
Drapes

FURNITURE"

Sofa
Love Seat
Ottoman

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For Your Dining Room

Dinning room/Family room

Whether you are having a relaxing meal with your family, or entertaining family and friends, presentation is the key to a formal or casual setting.

There are hundreds of patterns and brands to create a great table setting.


CRYSTAL STEMWARE

Red Wine Glasses
White Wine Glasses
Water Goblets
Champagne Flutes
Ice Beverage Glasses

5 Piece Place Setting (8 to 12 sets)
Dinner Forks
Dinner Knives
Salad/Dessert Forks
Soup Spoons
Teaspoons
Butter Knives
Sugar Spoon
Serving Spoons
Slotted Serving Spoons
Serving Forks
Cake Server
Gravy Ladle

DINNERWARE

5-Piece Place Setting (8 to 12 settings)
Dinner Plates
Bread & Butter Plates
Salad/Dessert Plates
Rim Soup Bowls
Cups & Saucers
Coffee Mugs
Fruit Bowls
Soup/Cereal Bowls
Sugar Bowl
Creamer
Teapot
Coffee Pot
Espresso Cups & Saucers
Gravy Boat & Stand
Salt & Pepper
Serving Bowls
Large Platter
Butter Dish
Cake Platter
Covered Vegetable Dish
Casserole Dish

LINENS & ACCESORIES

Table Runners
Tablecloths
Formal Napkins
Placemats
Napkin Rings
Candles & Candle Sticks

FURNITURE

Dinningroom Table & Chairs
Buffet/Hutch

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For Your bedroom

Master bedroom

Your bedroom is your sanctuary for a good night rest and relaxation. Add items to your registry that will provide style and comfort.

Great gift items to add to your registry include:


LINENS

Pillowcases
Flat and Fitted Sheets
Bedskirts
Pillow Shams
Duvet Covers

PILLOWS & COVERS

Duvet
Comforter
Bed-in-a-bag
Throw
Decor Cusions
Mattress Cover
Blanket

ACCESSORIES

Bed Tray
Phone
Jewellery Box
Lamps
Picture Frames
Alarm Clock Radio
Mirror

For Your Kitchen

Whether you are a great cook , or just want to look like one, there are several products and appliances that will make your preparations easier and quicker that you could add to your registry.


GOURMET GADGETS & PRODUCTS

Cutting Board
Colander
Salad Spinner
Strainer
Ice Cream Scoop
Pizza Cutter
Peeler
Grater
Knife Block Set
Bread Knife
Carving Fork
Paring Knives
Carving Knife
Cleaver

SMALL APPLIANCES

Toaster
Microwave
Coffee Maker
Espresso Maker
Kettle
Blender
Bread Maker
Coffee Grinder
Juicer
Toaster Oven
Food Processor
Mixer
Rice Cooker
Slow Cooker
Fondue Set
Electric Can Opener
Wok

COOKWARE

Sauce Pan
Stock Pot
Saute Pan & Skillet
Roaster
Frying Pan
Pot Rack

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