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Registry Roundup: Outdoor Living

CasaSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:30:41 -0700

I love finding ways to make my outdoor space seem as welcoming and comfortable as my living room. After all, it's hard to beat the views and ambiance of a great outdoor space. Whether you have a small patio or a couple acres to stretch out on, you'll want to consider your outdoor needs when registering for wedding gifts. Do you barbecue a lot? Do you entertain guests with cocktails on the porch? Do you have a pool? How about a garden? Think about how you use the space before you register for an unnecessary item. If you're not sure where to even start when it comes to registering for your wedding, take a look at my downloadable registry PDF. Check out all of the Sugar network’s wedding coverage here.

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Registry Roundup: Bathroom

CasaSugar — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:00:12 -0700

As you continue contemplating your wedding registry, consider your bathroom. After all, the bathroom is the most public private room in your home: you can guarantee that every guest who steps into your home will use it, and they'll develop an impression of your style and habits through it. So, you want to keep your bathroom as organized, clean, stylish, and guest-friendly as possible. I've gathered a lot of different bath products and accessories that will dress up this space, many of which will add a lot of style at a small price point. Also, by registering for a number of smaller price-tag products, you're guaranteeing that your guests will be able to pick up a few gifts for you instead of just one. Take a look at my finds for some ideas. Check out all of the Sugar network’s wedding coverage here.

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Registry Roundup: Bedroom

CasaSugar — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:30:00 -0700

As you continue your wedding registry, consider your bedroom. I'm sure your first thought was to register for all of your entertaining necessities, like serving platters, silverware, etc. But where's all the goodness you keep to yourself? The bedroom, of course. As you may well know, a happy bedroom makes a happy marriage. So, that's one area you needn't omit on the registry. With our downloadable registry PDF as a guide, I've rounded up a variety of bedding and bedroom accessories that will be nearly all you need for ultimate nuptial bliss in the bedroom. Of course, these fab furnishings are all gender-neutral enough for both newlyweds to enjoy! Check out all of the Sugar network’s wedding coverage here.

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Registry Roundup: A Splendid Table

CasaSugar — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:00:55 -0700

If you've chosen the right kitchen registry thanks to YumSugar's tips, you're well on your way to having a beautifully dressed dining room for future dinner parties. But don't stop there - you must be sure to register for beautiful table linens, candlesticks, candles, and other essentials to have your table looking its best. If you're not sure where to even start when it comes to registering for your wedding, take a look at my downloadable registry PDF. Check out all of the Sugar network’s wedding coverage here.

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Registry Roundup: Furniture

CasaSugar — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:00:40 -0700

Though it may be a bit untraditional, for young couples living on their own for the first time or for recent grad student couples, registering for furniture is a good way to get the basics for your home, without running up credit card debt. In rare cases, a generous relative may pony up and buy you an entire sofa. For everyone else, there are retailers that will allow you to register for items at a range of price points, and then essentially exchange the sum for a credit to spend on a high-priced item you actually want, such as furniture. You can also register for cash gifts on MyRegistry, which can be combined to get you the dining table you're hankering for. If you do decide to register for furniture, choose the basics: bed, dresser, sofa, coffee table, dining table, and ottoman, along with four to six dining chairs. Following those guidelines, I've rounded up several furnishings that I myself would register for. My choices, I think, are a good combination of a masculine color scheme, some feminine curves, and classic designs that should last at least as long as a good marriage. We also have a downloadable wedding registry you can use, and be sure to check out all of the Sugar network’s wedding coverage here!

Eaton Ottoman - $1,150.00	Sasha Side Chair - $429.00
Astor Upholstered Chair - $575.00	Portica 1.5" 50x36 35h Custom Table with Solid Walnut Top - $1,189.00
Bryce Coffee Table - $950.00	Brentwood Sofa - $1,299.00
Farmhouse Tallboy Dresser - $1,299.00	Bento Bed - $1,599.00

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How-To: Register For Your Wedding

CasaSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:00:15 -0700

Planning your wedding can be stressful, but the fun part is registering for gifts! Unfortunately, some people get carried away at the thought of all the presents coming their way and register spontaneously, not methodically. You have to remember that you're going to live with these gifts, and your friends and family are spending real money on them, so you better like them! Beyond that, you should think about what you need, not what you want, so you can really "set up house" - that's kind of the point. I have a few tips that will make it all easy for you. To hear them, read more.

Consider your timeline. If you're having any sort of engagement party, try to register by the time the invitations for that party go out, making sure you've covered all the price points. Many of your friends and family will want to buy your engagement and wedding gifts as soon as they hear about the engagement and get it out of the way. Don't feel rushed; you can always go back and add more items later on. If you're not having an engagement party, about nine months before your wedding day is a good time to register; it doesn't make you seem as if you're either rushing or procrastinating.
Do your Spring cleaning, and take note of what you already have and what you need for your home.
Then, get together and make a list of things you both want for your home.
Before you start checking boxes, cruise around to a bunch of stores and decide which one or which few suit your tastes the most. Stick to three stores or fewer to keep things uncomplicated, and make sure one of them is a national department store like Bloomingdale's or Macy's.
Most major stores have some sort of registry system, if not an online one. However, if you love a certain boutique or specialty store, they may not. But most will be more than willing to work something out with you, so just ask!
Go through all the questions. Figure out what kind of return policy each store has, how shipping works, whether they take phone orders, whether they have an online database to track orders, etc. Your older generation of friends and family may only want to shop by phone or in store, so there should be something available for them. And it's ideal to be able to track the orders as they come in, so you can add more items at different price points, or remove items if need be.
Use our downloadable registry guide to make sure you've covered all the bases for your housewares, and go ahead and register with each store, giving as much detail as possible to make it easy on guests. Choose size, color, brand, etc.
You can also use MyRegistry to register online from a variety of sources, giving your friends and family a central place to shop for you.
OK, so let's say you already have all the table runners and Le Creuset pans you could ever want. What then? Nowadays it's not uncommon to have an alternative registry. If you'd like, you can register with a charity or even to pay for your honeymoon. Although it's not the most proper of moves, if you really need help with your finances, you can even register for stocks or cash for big ticket items you may need.
Once you're registered, there's some etiquette you should follow for getting the word out. It's a bit taboo to send your registry information out with your invitation. If you have a website for your wedding, you can post it discreetly there. It's also common to have your maid of honor send out the details with the invitations for your bridal shower, and the same for the bachelor party. You can ask your family members to pass the word along to the guests as well. And, if your guests ask you up front where you are registered, go ahead! If you are sending out a package to your guests with other details about the wedding (maps, hotel information, etc.) apart from the invitation, you can slip in a printed card with the registry information.
Most registries remain active for at least a year after the big day so guests can make purchases after the fact. And many stores will give you a discount on the items that weren't purchased, so that you can buy them for yourself.

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Roundup: CasaSugar's Registries

CasaSugar — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:00:27 -0700

In case you missed any of my fabulous wedding coverage last week, no worries: you can find all of my coverage on our new site, IDoSugar. And just in case you're starting to plan a registry, or if you're looking for cool ideas for a couple who are registering, check out these posts. They'll have everyone toasting to your success (and well-appointed home!).

Look at my ideas for outdoor-living gifts.
Make your bedroom sexy and stylish with this registry.
Find out the best way to register for furniture.
Make sure your table is as well dressed as you are.
A brilliant idea: register for services.
Don't forget to register for a swank bathroom.
Couples can also decide that their registry will benefit a charity.

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Registry Roundup: Outdoor Living

CasaSugar — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 05:30:01 -0700

Since my guy and I are already set up with many of the items we need for outdoor entertaining, we're only registering for those things we need to fill in the gaps - like some cool '50s-style metal chairs, an eco lawn mower, and a sturdy hammock. If you're not sure where to even start when it comes to registering for your wedding, take a look at my downloadable registry PDF. And for all of our wedding coverage, check out IDoSugar.

Tropical Outdoor Pillow - $32.00	Seeded Glass Pendant Light - $178.00
Disc Fountain - $1,245.00	Lawn Bowling Set - $89.00
Gardener Chair and Tools Set - $39.99	Seed Kits for AeroGrow Indoor Garden - $20.00
Victorian Edger - $60.00	Arbor Pot - $10.95
Icon Embroidered Outdoor Pillows - $68.00	Audubon Cedar Wren/Chickadee Birdhouse - $29.00
Coal Stripe Accent Pillow - $49.00	Garden Watering Can - $19.00
Continuous-Use Composter - $299.00	Indigo Planter - $14.95
Fleur-de-Lys Hose Guide - $18.00	Faux Cement Planters - $69.00
Amaranth Hose Hanger - $39.00	Fleur-de-Lys® Window Box, 5' - $199.00
Cedar Garden Arch, Round - $469.00	Small Orb Spreadable Trellises, Set of 2 - $33.00
Bandera Lanterns - $29.99	Latticework Urn - $159.00
Garden Torches - Stainless Steel - $45.00	Copper Hose Pot - $149.00
Moroso Nest Armchair - $699.00	Panisse Bench - $115.00
Chesapeake 4-Pole Hammock - $799.00	Chesapeake Hanging Lounger - $1,129.00
Cast-Top Outdoor Dining Table with Umbrella Hole, Curry Finish - $1,487.00	Red Vine Window Boxes - $26.00
Five-Tier Hummingbird Feeder, Blue - $69.00	Black Rural Mailboxes - $79.00
Organic Mini Tomato in a Bag - $9.95	Each Obelisk/Hurricane - $495.00
Horseshoe Set - $69.00	Hardwood Octagonal Umbrella - $565.00
Marlowe™ Bench, Evergreen - $349.00	Modular Gazebo - $1,224.00
Santorini Teak Storage Bench - $1,650.00	Upholstered Outdoor Chair-Coffee - $299.00
Rattan Meditation Chair - $299.00	Best-of-Market 9 ft. Aluminum Umbrella, Bronze Pole - $499.00
Tecta f 41 'lounge on wheels' - $2,165.00	Botanical Print Outdoor Circle Stool - Pistachio - $169.00
Copper Cauldron Firepit, Large - $499.00	Square Metal Lounger - $269.00
Bronzed Steel Hammock Stand - $149.00	Natural Adirondack Rocking Chair - $149.99
Rex Lounge Chair - $79.95	Devon™ Swing - $145.00
Parsons Dining Table - $889.00	Chesapeake Changing Cabana - $399.00
Hudson Camelback Upholstered Armchair - $625.00	maku furniture Teak Ottoman - $99.00
Acrylic Beverage Bucket - $30.00	Wood-Slat Ottoman/Coffee Table - $149.00
Calypso Arm Chair - $399.00	Fun in the Sun 3-pc. Dining Set, Red - $599.00
Ottoman - $849.00	Gillow Armchair by Hickory Chair - $950.00
Fuego Gas Grill - $1,999.00	Cedar Grilling Planks, Set of 4 - $19.00
The Book Of Plants: The Complete Plates - $30.00	Lily Pad Bird Bath - $39.00
Mini Blossom Hummingbird Feeder, Red - $29.00	Audubon Peanut/Black Oil Seed Birdfeeder - $29.00

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Registry Roundup: Giving Back

CasaSugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:00:32 -0700

Since my guy and I are pretty set up as far as our home is concerned, we didn't want to register for a lot of stuff. That's why we registered for a hodgepodge of art and home items on MyRegistry. We also wanted to give guests the option of donating to a charity in our names, instead of buying goods we don't need.

If, like us, you have a well-established home without a lot of need for specific registry items, you might also want to consider giving guests the option of donating to a charity. You can do so in a number of ways, but perhaps the most effective method is by linking to the charities on your wedding website. To give you some ideas, I've linked to some home, garden, and environmental charities in the widget below. Take a look and see if anything inspires you!

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Registry Roundup: The Bedroom

CasaSugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:30:59 -0700

As you continue your wedding registry, consider your bedroom. By now, you've got your bathroom covered, as well as set the perfect table, both areas of the home seen by your esteemed guests. But where's all the goodness you keep to yourself? The bedroom, of course. As you may well know, a happy bedroom makes a happy marriage. So, that's one area you needn't omit on the registry. With our downloadable registry PDF as a guide, I've rounded up a variety of bedding and bedroom accessories that will be nearly all you need for ultimate nuptial bliss in the bedroom. Of course, these fab furnishings are all gender neutral enough for both newlyweds to enjoy! For all of our wedding coverage, check out IDoSugar.

Siberian White Goose Down Comforter, 312 Thread Count - $349.99	Classic Cotton Blanket - $99.00
Heritage Washable Wool Blanket - $185.00	European Goose Down Reversible Mattress Pad - $139.00
Cool Luxury Fiberbed by Wamsutta, 80% Cotton/20% CoolMax® Sateen, 400 Thread Count - $44.99	Homedics TheraP Contour Pillow - $29.99
Matte Diamond Matelassé Bed Skirt - $105.00	Tamarind-Print Pillow Cover - $24.00
DwellStudio Draper Stripe Ash bedding - $77.00	DwellStudio Quilted Bedding - $53.00
DwellStudio Draper Stripe in Ash - $308.00	DwellStudio Thicket Shams - $99.00
William Bench - $1,025.00	Montreaux Nightstand - $1,150.00
Bridget Mirror - $249.00	Baby Alpaca Throw by Collection Fiftynine - $299.99
Mercury Glass Sea Urchin Vase - $138.00	Bone China Bamboo Vases - $95.00
Elodie Vase Grey Large - $95.00	Cable Rug - $549.00
Taksim Tile Rug - $599.00	Theatre Armchair - Fabric 2 - $1,800.00
Black Grouse Decoy Print - $220.00	Honeycomb Block Print - $498.00
Zenitex Window Treatments, Empress Silk Energy Saving Collection - $100.00	Window Hardware - $38.00
Lantern Window Panel - $39.00	Gallery Frames - $12.00
St. Charles Lamp - $310.00	Zola Melon Lamp - $360.00
Roost Clear Glass Table Lamp - $190.00	Woodgrain Small Lidded Box by Michael Aram for Waterford - $75.00
Cunill Ebony Frame - $165.00	L'Objet 4 X 6 Equestrian Frame - $130.00
Lacquer Bed Tray - $49.95

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5-Piece Coventry Dining Set - $1,095.00	Classic Garden Fire Pit - $249.00
8-Volt Impact Drill by Tomboy Tools - $79.00	Stainless Steel Infrared Tabletop Heater - $229.00
Great American Rain Barrel - $189.00	The PolyGreenhouse - $899.99
Veneto Adjustable Folding Chair Sunbrella® Cushion - $130.00	Bullet Planter Short - $159.99
Vintage Garden Tool Set - $39.99	Elemen'tary Design Screwdriver Set - $75.00
Tuuci Razor Shade Platform - $1,350.00	Fold-It Cart - $320.00
Wood-Handle Pruning Shears (Set of 2) - $70.00	The Ultimate Hammer Tool - $14.99
Teak Croquet Set - $498.00	Galvanized Drink Bucket by Charcoal Companion - $29.95

Square Feathergrain Wastebasket - $19.99	Modern Glass Bath Accessories - $16.00
Mediterraneo Toothbrush Holder by Alessi - $42.00	Vetiver Folding Hamper - $59.00
Shower Curtain Roller Rings Set Of 12 - $9.95	Shower Curtain Liner - $14.95
Italian Hotel Satin Stitch Shower Curtain - Select Colors - $79.00	Hotel White Bath Rug - $59.95
Fez Bath Mat - $19.00	PB Organic 700-Gram Weight Bath Towels - Select Items - $8.00

Heritage Washable Wool Blanket in Chocolate - $265.00	Area Harry Blanket - $155.00
PB Organic 400-Thread-Count Supima® Bed Skirt - $79.00	Draper Stripe Duvet Set F/Q - $249.00
Down Alternative Bed Pillows - $24.95	Blissliving Home Silk Duvet Fill - $335.00
PBK Waterproof Mattress Pads - $39.00	Baffled Box 95/5 Feather Bed and Cover in Full - $139.00
Blissliving Home Snow Sheet Set - $150.00	Blissliving Home Snow Pillow Cases - $40.00
Isotonic® Ultra Comfort Extra Loft Contour Pillow with Outlast Cover - $79.99	"Ella" Matelasse Coverlets and Shams - $84.00

Marc Jacobs Jean Footed Flare Posy Vase - $125.00	Sferra - $27.00
Maxfield Napkin Ring, Set of 6 - $30.00	Did Someone Say Drama Candleholder - $89.00
Octagon Napkin Rings by Aman Imports - $10.50	"Gaby" 3 Branch Candelabra by William Yeoward - $368.00
kate spade "Camelia Avenue" Pink Posy Vase - $25.00	Lalique - $199.00
Linen Cocktail Napkin Set - $39.95	Dragon Vase - $240.00
Celadon with Platinum Handled Hostess Tray (10.5-in.) by Noritake - $74.95	Ballet Table Linens by Waterford - $10.00
Simrin Solid Linen Napkins - $36.00	Unison - Porter Tablecloth - $64.00
Blissliving Home Maren Candlesticks White - $50.00	Orrefors Regina Medium Candlestick Pair, 7.5" - $150.00
Monogrammed Hotel Runner, White - $35.00