The feel of a scanning gun in your hand as you register for the perfect wedding gifts gives you a rush of power and excitement. The best news is that everything from china and glassware to ice cream makers and margarita mixers are at your fingertips. Your wedding registry can be as basic or as crazy as you wish, but before you shoot all your favorite items, there’s a few etiquette guidelines to follow.
Don’t Go Overboard on Expensive Items

There isn’t a set price on what the items in your registry should be because some guests may feel generous enough to splurge or several may want to group together to get you something amazing. That said, you still need to be respectful of all guests. Go ahead and put that vacuum cleaner, margarita mixer, and china on your registry, but also include items in a lower price range. If you only include the expensive pieces, some guests might feel trapped and you might end up not getting a gift at all. Don’t Register for Essentials Only
This is your wedding registry so go for the items you truly want. Traditional registry items include crystal, china and home goods. Remember that just because it is traditional doesn’t mean you have to include the item on your registry. Many couples don’t even register for china these days because they know it will just sit in a cabinet collecting dust. While it might sound crazy to register for something like a chainsaw just because your fiance is drooling over it, go ahead...