Registries, the most taboo subject of weddings. On one hand, it is polite and etiquette to gift your host or hostess when attending a party, it is also a big help for a couple just starting out their lives together. On the other hand, not many guests can afford to buy a gift, particularly if they are traveling from out of state or country. Whatever the case, registries are now part of wedding planning that couples must think about.
But what if you and your significant other are living together and have been for a while? You already have all the kitchen appliances you need and enough linens to stock your closet. Don't just throw the towel on registries and opt for cash/honeymoon funds! Below are 10 HIGHLY useful items you can put on your registry for those guests that may not feel comfortable gifting money at your wedding.
10 MUST HAVE REGISTRY ITEMS
1. Projector
We live in a day and age where T.V. is becoming obsolete. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon are releasing series that don't require a T.V. to watch. A projector is a unique way to display these images and versatile enough that you can take it outside and have a backyard movie night or use it while traveling! Through research on many projectors, Scotty and I added this projector to our registry.
2. Knife Set
In my opinion, this is the most exciting item of the registry. If you spend any time at all in the kitchen you need knives. And believe it or not you may actually enjoy cooking if you use decent knives. YES they are expensive but this is why they are put on your registry. For some reason it is culturally accepted to ask for expensive gifts for your wedding but not your birthday so take advantage of this! Now, if a knife set isn't something financially available (or you just don't want one) add a nice chef's knife and paring knives by themselves.
3. Upgrade Kitchen Appliances
Do you still have the pots and pans from you and your fiance's college days? We do. For us, upgrading meant having a lid on our pots. For you it may mean having sturdier cookware! Whatever it is, this may be the best time to upgrade. And along with the knife set, you can always put one or two specific pieces you need.
4. Experiences
If you want to do things instead of getting them then adding experiences to your registry may drop a subtly hint without asking for money. Many registry out there (such as MyRegistry) offer services that let you pick out a fun date idea such as romantic dinners or even thrilling adventures like skydiving!
5. Amazon Gift Card
I add this to the list because I don't know a single person who hasn't shopped at Amazon. With wedding planning and festivities going on, a few weeks after the wedding you may realize you really need something you forgot to add on your registry! For the wedding guest, this is an easy way to gift money without giving cash at the party and for you, there will most likely be something you can buy from the endless Internet shopping Gods.
6. Google Home/ Amazon Echo
This is one of those things that you don't know you need until you have one. I say Google Home/ Amazon Echo because I'm not affiliated to either. I have the Google Home and let me just say it has made my life easier. I use it to set timers while I am cooking or checking the time/weather when I am in a rush. There is something so nice about setting your alarm for the next day without having to grab your phone.
7. Cooking Utensil Set
While you most likely already have at least a couple cooking spoons lying around why not start fresh with a matching set or a sturdier set? This is one of those items that you will use on the daily and may have to replace throughout your life, so why not start fresh?
8. Food Processor
Or any item you have been putting off getting and being fine without. This is the time to treat yourself! So put that food processor, juicer, pasta maker, veggie spiralizer, on your list!
9. Camera
If you don't already have one of these DSLR cameras and you love to take pictures, put it on your registry! While these cameras can get bulky and are heavier than your phone, there's no doubt the image quality is significantly better. You are going to want to capture all the firsts as you officially start of your life as Mr. and Mrs. and you will be happy you got beautiful pictures of your honeymoon or your children growing up!
10. Vitamix Blender or Outdoor Furniture
Okay, okay. I have to be completely honest, I didn't come up with this one! I asked Scotty what he thought was important (since both of you should benefit) and this was his answer. Scotty is really into nutrition and smoothies so he has always wanted a nice blender, how can you say no to that? And when I asked if there was anything else, he said outdoor furniture because we really needed it when we moved into our apartment. So to summarize, I would say get anything you really need at the moment!
What do you think of this list? Would you add anything else? I use MyRegistry to help me keep track of everything I want. Comment below and thanks for stopping by!
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