Suggested Registry Items…
DINING ROOM
Tableware
Tip: Choose a pattern and register for 8 to 12 place settings. (You can always add later).
Formal patterns have five pieces (entertaining)
** You may not have room to store these items at this point in your life, but this is something that should be
registered for if you don’t want to pay personally for this big ticket item later on**
Dinner plate
Salad/dessert plate
Bread-and-butter plate
Cup
Saucer
Additional pieces to consider:
9-inch accent plate
Rim soup bowl
Soup/cereal bowl
Medium-size platter
Vegetable bowl
Gravy boat
Sugar bowl and creamer
A more casual pattern will have four pieces (every day use)
Dinner plate
Salad/dessert plate
Soup/cereal bowl
Mug
Flatware
Tip: Register for flatware based on the number of tableware settings you've selected.
Each flatware setting includes:
Dinner fork
Dinner knife
Soup spoon
Salad/dessert fork
Additional flatware to consider:
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Salad server
Cake serve
Gravy ladle
Steak knives
Linens
Tip: Stick with neutral colors that will mesh with any decor for years to come.
2 tablecloths
8 to 12 placemats
8 to 12 napkins
8 to 12 napkin rings
KITCHEN
Appliances and Accessories
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Blender
Coffeemaker
Coffee bean/spice grinder
Electric can opener
Food processor
Hand mixer
Microwave
Toaster or toaster oven
Mixing bowls
Cookware
10-inch frying pan or skillet
Grill pan or griddle
Two-quart and three-quart saucepans
Six-quart stockpot
Roasting pan
Cutlery
Tip: Choose good quality knives that will last over the years!
8-inch chef's knife
Bread knife
Paring knife
Utility knife
Sharpening steel
Pair of kitchen shears
4 to 8 steak knives
Knife block
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Gadgets
Tip: Don't just register for a gadget that looks cool; choose ones that you'll actually use!
Garlic press
Spatulas
Wooden spoons
Whisk
Cheese grater
Instant-read meat thermometer Oven mitts
Bottle opener
Corkscrew
Glass or plastic containers for leftovers
Measuring cups and spoons
Dish towels
Salad spinner
Rice cooker
Glassware
Tip: Register for the same number of glasses as place settings, plus a few more for parties or to replace
broken pieces. You can also register for two sets of glassware—formal and casual.
Goblets
Iced-beverage glasses
All-purpose wineglasses
Champagne flutes
Double-old-fashioned glasses
Martini glasses
Martini pitchers
Iced tea pitcher
Margarita glasses
Margarita pitcher
BEDROOM
Tip: Some guests will want to spend more than the traditional $100 on your gift. So be sure to include some
bigger-ticket items, such as a bed frame or dresser.
Linens
Two sets of sheets (one for your bed, one for a guest bed); include flat and fitted sheets
Two sets of pillowcases
Comforter or duvet
Bed skirt
Pillows
Accent pillows
Blankets
Mattress cover
Tip: Register for one set of special towels to be used for company only.
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BATHROOM
Linens
**You'll need two sets of towels per bathroom:
Hand towels
Face towels
Bath towels
Washcloths
Accessories
Tip: Choose neutral, matching accessories; watch out for metals that can tarnish or rust.
Shower curtain
Bath mats
Soap dish
Toothbrush holder
Toilet cover
Trash Can
Miscellaneous:
Air mattress
Tent
Camping Gear
Picnic basket
Vacuum cleaner
Gas grill
Crockpot
Lawn mower
Tool box
Starter tool set
Hand held drill
Battery pack screw driver
Flash lights
** Please note; these items are only suggested items.
For a more complete list, please consult your sales associate assisting you with
your registry process**
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