10 Things to Know About Bridal Registry

If you are among the masses who recently got engaged over this post holiday season, or know someone that did, here are some tips and advice before you start registering.

1. This is your ultimate wish-list. It's okay to ask for "splurge" items.
2. When creating your registry, don't be afraid to ask in-store consultants questions and advice.
3. Always register for more gifts than you have guests. And remember to choose gifts for all price ranges to give guest options.
4. Register more than one place to make it easier for guests to buy gifts, and make sure these stores have online bridal registries for out of town guests.
5. Register early so guests can rely on your registry for all gift giving events, including the engagement party, bridal showers, and the wedding.
6. Think of the sort of living and entertaining you want to do - and select items accordingly. Will you ever need that Soup Tureen? Do you want sterling silver?
7. When it comes to tableware, it is okay to mix patterns and shapes.
8. Include your husband in the registry decisions - he will be using these items, too.
9. Register items to consider: table, bath and bed linens; flatware; cookware and bakeware; dinnerware - everyday and fancy; crystal - white wine, crystal, champagne, and cocktail glasses; things for entertaining - cheese board, barware, candlesticks...
10. Give your registry information to your immediate family and those who are throwing parties and let them spread the word. If you have a wedding website, like knot.com, include a section for your places of registry.

Some popular registry brands to look at:
China: Raynaud, Anna Weatherley, J.L Coquet, William Yeoward, Philippe Deshoulieres, Annie Glass, Juliska
Flatware: Ricci, Couzon
Crystal: Varga, William Yeoward, Steuben Glass
Table Linens: Le Jacqaurd Francais, SFERRA
Bed Linens: Yves Delorme, SFERRA, Peacock Alley, Matouk, Scandia Down
Bath Linens: Matouk, Yves Delorme, Peacock Alley, Abyss and Habidecor

Visit Sallie home's online registry, today. You can e-mail info@salliehome.com for questions about the registry.

Highly Acclaimed Silversmiths, Ricci Argentieri, Flatware Now at Sallie home

Sallie home is proud to offer Ricci Argentieri Flatware.Their fine 18/10 stainless steel collection will fool any eye; it is beautifully crafted and looks remarkably like sterling. Ricci is also offered in Sterling Silver, Silverplate and Goldplate which is all goes through a stringent inspection before being sold. There are a variety of flatware patterns to create the tableset you desire. The Leopardo and Via Veneto have a contemporary look where as the patterns, Francesca and Merletto, have a more classic look. One of my favorite's, Bamboo, brings a flair of fun to the table and looks amazing with many of the Lynn Chase dinnerware collections. Click here to view more Ricci Argentieri flatware available through Sallie home.

Sleek Flatware: Hussard by J.L. Coquet

J.L. Coquet's modern style transcends fine china to create an innovative line of flatware. In this line of flatware there is the Hussard flatware collection by J.L. Coquet. This 5-piece setting is unlike any other. It is chic, sleek, and oh so modern. The knife is eye-catching and comfortable; the handle is shaped to fit in your hand perfectly, giving it a cutting-edge look. It is simple in appearance, making it perfect for an everyday look and can be dressed up for a formal occasion. Try a new look with J.L Coquet's Hussard Flatware; it also comes in Hussard Striped!

Click here to view J.L. Coquet's dinnerware, stemware, and flatware available at Sallie home.

Price: $158 - $197

J. L. Coquet: More Than Fine China

J.L. Coquet is well known for his fine china built on the classic Limoges tradition. He is also known for creating functional art for the table with his avant garde designs and innovative shapes. What most people do not realize is that J.L Coquet goes beyond fine china to create a fantastic line of flatware, keeping in mind all the traits that make his china so special: innovative design and hand-crafted quality.

J. L. Coquet's flatware is truly brilliant. J. L Coquet's Infini Khazard flatware compliments his Khazard Platinum China Dinnerware which both sport the same detailed flower design. But this particular flatware is versatile, it is definitely not limited to use with just this one china pattern; it would compliment any simple yet unique dinnerware pattern. The Infini Khazard is one of J L Coquet simpler styles, so if you are looking to go more avant garde, try looking at his Nenuphar pattern of flatware. This stylized handle flows smoothly down the handle and finishes off with an interesting little loop at the end. It is the perfect fit for the modern table set. To view all of J. L. Coquet's tableware designs available at Sallie Home, click here.