One of my wife’s college room-mates is getting married this summer and she recently asked for some advice on wedding gift registry. After reading my wife’s response I thought that others might find it helpful as well. In the comments feel free to add your own suggestions and share mistakes you made in registering.
“My biggest mistake in registering was that I didn’t thoroughly think about how I wanted to decorate each and every room. For example, I wanted my kitchen to be mainly deep red and black, so I registered for pot-holders and towels and the like in those colors, but I completely forgot that my chinaware should match those colors as well. So I ended up with place mats with red on them with blue and green plates. Lame. Also think neutral color schemes for the things that will break and you’ll have to replace regularly. I’ve been married just over 2 years and we’ve already replaced our glass set almost twice, we need new (better) silverware, we got a new vacuum, we’ve purchased new (more) sheets, and I really wish we had more cute storage things. Another kitchen thing, the glasses you choose should have large enough rims that you can stick your hand in to wash them, if you don’t your husband will use this as one of his many excuses not to wash them! David adds that you should be sure to register for at least a table setting for 8, even if this means selecting those plates you like several times. Consider every kitchen utensil you may need as well, I mean everything from a garlic mincer to a piecrust cutter, Pampered Chef stuff is great. Moving on. Consider some guy items like jumper cables for the car and tools. Games and movies are good too. Pyrex anything is my favorite and don’t forget corning ware, mixing bowls and serving utensils. Gosh, I guess the kitchen is on my mind! Always consider quality use before an item’s attractiveness. Splurge with the registry and put items on there that maybe you wouldn’t buy yourself, like 1000 thread-count sheets and the most plush towels. You will regret going cheap because it will wear out before you know it, but take note of certain things you will wash a lot and if the will require special care, I love that all of my rugs can be tossed in the laundry and dryer. Consider also that you’ll most likely be having guests at your house eventually, meaning more sheets and towels may be handy as well as pillows and blankets. Items you may overlook include; trash cans, wall clocks, lamps, rugs, plastic shower curtains, throw blankets, accent pillows, window treatments, plastic cups and plates for visiting (and eventually your own) kids, fans, space heater, … etc. I know entire websites devote themselves to registry etiquette and must haves, but I think I’ve covered everything that someone with common sense can fill in the blanks.”
All I know is that I got to shoot the gun… so enjoy this fun time and hopefully you’re registry will be regret-free!
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