If you're like most engaged couples, you and your fiance will probably sign up for a wedding registry to list gifts and items you want most. It's important to note that signing up for a registry is a good opportunity to exercise compromise, something that all couples need to master. Maybe you want to use this gift registry to collect several patterns of fine china, but your fiance wants to register for camping gear or electronics. Before an argument ensues, follow these tips on how to utilize the registry to get what you both want.
1- Think about what you
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Choosing Gifts for Your Wedding Registry
by Anna P. May 27th, 2011 | For the Bride, For the Groom, Planning, Wedding Shower, Weddings
Bridal Shower Ideas
by Anna P. April 29th, 2011 | For the Bride, For the Groom, Wedding Shower, Weddings
In the past, a bridal shower was held as a small get-together where the friends and family of the engaged couple would give gifts, eat cake, and play games. Today's version of the bridal shower can be much more extravagant or more quaint, depending on the bride (and sometimes groom). Read on for unique bridal shower ideas you may never have thought of before.
1- Bowling Night
Head to the bowling alley for a little friendly competition! This plan works best for smaller parties (4 to 8 people) which will enable you to divide the party into smaller groups to have
1- Bowling Night
Head to the bowling alley for a little friendly competition! This plan works best for smaller parties (4 to 8 people) which will enable you to divide the party into smaller groups to have
The Rules Of Wedding Registries And Gifts
by Anna P. March 16th, 2011 | For the Bride, For the Groom, Planning, Tradition, Wedding Shower, Weddings
Like most celebratory moments in life, a wedding is an occasion that calls for gifts to be given. This, of course, doesn't mean that you and your fiance should expect or ask for gifts. Many old-fashion traditions have fallen out of vogue, but etiquette hasn't. If you decide to sign up for a registry, be sure to read the following rules as a general guideline.
Should You Register For Gifts?
Most engaged couples make a gift registry to ensure that they get gifts they really want and prevent duplicates from being sent (like 3 toasters). If this is your first wedding
Should You Register For Gifts?
Most engaged couples make a gift registry to ensure that they get gifts they really want and prevent duplicates from being sent (like 3 toasters). If this is your first wedding
Wedding Registry Essentials
by Anna P. August 19th, 2010 | For the Bride, Planning, Wedding Shower
Most engaged couples start a gift registry to simplify the process of gift giving for your guests and to prevent returns on your end. That said, the rules are pretty simple: you and your fiance choose a place, sign up and create a wish list, send the word to guests, and sit back while the gifts you want come your way.
What you and your fiance choose on your registry list is up to you, but don't forget these few essential items that you should not forget no matter what the goals of your registry is or your personal taste.
What you and your fiance choose on your registry list is up to you, but don't forget these few essential items that you should not forget no matter what the goals of your registry is or your personal taste.
Alternative Ideas To The Traditional Bridal Registry
by Anna P. December 8th, 2009 | Honeymoon, Planning, Tradition, Wedding Shower, Weddings
Not every engaged couple is going to want fine china, crystal, and a new blender. Many a couple these days don’t spend much time in the kitchen, and even less time actually cooking. Why make a list of gifts that will probably end up collecting dust in the pantry? If a gift registry is not your (nor your fiance’s) thing, then what options do you have? Aside from asking for money (not a bad idea once you know how to phrase it well), there are more creative options out there.
1. Ask Them to Chip in for Honeymoon Expenses
The whole wedding
1. Ask Them to Chip in for Honeymoon Expenses
The whole wedding
