| You're the blushing bride-to-be, and as your | | | | other big ticket item.Use this bridal registry guide |
| wedding day approaches, remember there may | | | | for everything you'll need to know when making |
| never be another time in your life when you're | | | | your wedding gifts wish list.When to Register -Aim |
| lavished so lovingly in gifts. Take time from your | | | | to register at least 6 months before the big day. |
| wedding planning and create your ideal bridal | | | | Remember, there may be engagement parties, |
| registry. While creating a wedding registry may | | | | showers and other pre-wedding festivities where |
| seem self-serving, it is actually a convenience to | | | | gift-giving is appropriate. Help out your guests by |
| your guests. Through wedding gifts, friends and | | | | providing them with some options.How To Choose |
| loved ones celebrate your wedding (and help you | | | | Your Stores -Think about what stores you like |
| stock your home!). Having a registry eliminates | | | | and patronize frequently. If you will be creating a |
| the guess work.Even if you would rather receive | | | | more traditional bridal registry, a good bet is |
| cash gifts, consider at least registering for a few | | | | choosing an all-inclusive department store for |
| traditional wedding gifts. Remember, some guests | | | | items like china, glassware and flatware and also |
| feel more comfortable giving a tangible gift. And | | | | choosing a home goods specialty store (Pier 1, |
| don't worry if you are not the traditional china and | | | | Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel etc.) There is no |
| crystal type - you can still create a bridal registry. | | | | hard fast rule about the number of stores you |
| Home Depot has become a popular option for | | | | can choose for your gift registry, but 2-4 is a |
| couples, as well as registering for a honeymoon or | | | | good number. |