Flatware

So you've picked out your dinnerware and drinkware, looks like the flatware is next!

Just like dinnerware and glassware, you will (traditionally) want to register for both fancy and everyday versions. Your fancy flatware is reserved for holidays and special occasions, while your everyday flatware is the stuff that is going to get banged around and ground up in the garbage disposal (come on, who hasn't done that at least once). You may decide that fancy flatware is not your thing, and that you would rather your guests spend the money on other accessories (soup spoons, knives, serving sets) instead. To check out a few tips on what to look for in flatware, as well as get a list of useful things to add to the flatware portion of your registry,

1. When choosing flatware make sure that the pieces feel balanced in your hand. If it's too heavy it may feel even worse when there's food at the other end.
   
   
2. Make sure the flatware you choose complements your chosen dinnerware. The fancy should complement the fancy and the everyday complements the everyday.
   
   
3. Choose a good quality stainless steel, 18/10 stainless steel is a combination of steel, chromium and nickel for its shine.
   
   
4. A lot of people think it's bad luck to receive knives as a wedding gift. If you think this way and get knives, then turn your "gift" into a financial transaction by giving a penny for each knife to the person who gave you the knives.
   
   
5. Your everyday flatware should definitely be dishwasher safe.
   
   
6. A five piece place setting includes salad fork, dinner fork, knife, soup spoon and teaspoon.
   
   
7. Be sure to choose serving sets that will complement your flatware and dinnerware.
   
   
8. If you choose an elaborate design for your dishes, you may want to go simpler in your flatware and vice versa.
   
   
9. Register for the same number of place settings as your dinnerware and glassware.
   
   
10. A checklist of flatware related items that you might want to consider:
    
    

- 5 piece fancy place settings (get the same number as plates)

- 5 piece everyday settings

- Serving Sets

- Soup Ladle

- Butter Knife

- Cheese Knives

- Chef Knife

- Steak Knives

- Paring Knife

- Bread Knife

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Appliances

So we've gone through what you need to look for when choosing dinnerware, drinkware and flatware, so today I thought we'd cover the fun stuff: appliances!

Now every couple is going to be different. If you don't drink coffee, there's no need to register for a coffee pot or espresso machine. Also, since so many couples tend to live together before getting married, they've probably already accumulated quite a few great items, so look at what you have, what you need to replace and what you want. To check out the appliances you might want to consider and some tips on what to look for,

1. As I mentioned, think about what appliances you want. I know of one girl who registered for a stand mixer, only to give it away (unused!) two years later. She hated baking and knew it before her wedding, but felt she had to register for it anyways.
   
   
   
2. Just because you want a Kitchen-Aid mixer, doesn't mean you have to select all Kitchen-Aid products. Research each product individually and register for the one that suits you the best.
   
   
   
3. Some appliances come in different colors, be sure to select ones that coordinate with each other, as well as your kitchen scheme. Personally I think chrome and stainless steel never go out of style. However a fun orange mixer might really suit your kitchen well.
   
   
   
4. Don't feel obligated to register for a cheaper product, just because it's cheaper. If you want the $400 one, but feel your guests could only justify spending $100, don't feel obligated to register for the cheaper one. Remember, your guests can always go in something as a group, and if no one gets it for you... well, in my opinion, nothing is better than something you didn't really want.
   
   
   
5. If you don't have the space - and I know a lot of people (myself included) feel they don't - ask yourself if there is a place you can store it until you move into a larger place. You might be in a tiny apartment now, but how about next year?
   
   
   
6. If you have a huge guest list, you may even consider registering for major appliances like washers, dryers, refrigerators, etc.
   
   
   
7. Finally, a list of appliances you might want to consider:

- Stand Mixer

- Food Processor

- Hand Mixer

- Toaster

- Waffle Maker

- Blender

- Slow Cooker

- Espresso Machine

- Coffee Pot

- Rice Cooker

- Kitchen Scale

- Thermometer

- Bread Maker

- Juicer

- Ice Cream Maker

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