Start shopping early to allow yourself plenty of time to make these decisions. They will be with you a long time - so don't choose with haste. With the many decisions to make and choices available, get organised before you start. Use the shopping list provided to determine what items you need. 

If you have both been living on your own, there are probably a lot of kitchen items you already have. You certainly don't need three toasters. Take your checklist and start window shopping. If your fiance hates to shop, you can narrow down the choices and bring him along to make the final decisions. 

The registry consultant can be a big help, so don't hesitate to ask about kitchenware demonstrations, fashion shows, or special sales coming up. Register for items in several different price ranges. Smaller, less expensive items make good shower gifts and large, more expensive items may be purchased by a few friends together. Once your final choices have been made, let both families and friends know so they can spread the word. 

The gift registry checklist will help you keep track of your wedding gifts. Take this list with you when you go shopping. Write down die name of the store where each item is registered and mark the number of items you want, Once gifts are received, update the number in the "rec'd" box.