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How to Set Up a Wedding Gift Registry. Planning a wedding requires meticulous organization.
Put together a headache-free registry with these tips. You will need A computer with
internet access Research on potential stores Gift ideas and family and friends. Step 1.
Visit an online wedding forum to get feedback from brides on their preferred stores. Look
for stores that have customer-friendly return policies and easy-to-use online registries.
Step 2. Consider what types of items you need before visiting stores to start your registries.
This will save time and ensure that you create a balanced selection of goods you really want.
Step 3. Select the stores after checking user feedback and considering what items you need.
Two to three stores is typical. Choose at least one national chain store that's easy
for guests to visit and that offers traditional gifts. Step 4. Create your registry 3 to 6
months before the wedding, giving people plenty of time to shop. Step 5. Select various items
that you feel you need or would enjoy using. Pick out two or three items per guest to give
people choices. Step 6. Include gifts that range in price from very inexpensive to bigger-ticket
items. Consider putting together a registry for your honeymoon, home down payment, or
a charity if you feel you don't need any household items. Step 7. Spread the word discreetly
on where you're registered. Mention it to close family and friends so they can help
get the word out. Don't mention registries in your invitations. Did you know On average,
there are about 2.2 million weddings every year in the U.S.