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Adding Big Ticket Items to Your Wedding Registry

GeekSugar — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:30:54 PDT

Now that you've set up your Online Wedding Registry, it's time for the fun part - adding items! Before you start panicking, listen up - it's totally OK to add big ticket items like TVs or cameras to your registry. Some couples may feel uncomfortable including expensive electronics on their registry list, but if you really need (and/or want) a certain item, go ahead and include it!

Trust me, friends and family members would much rather combine their money to get you something you will actually use, than waste their money on that fancy blender that hides in the cupboard. Take a peek at my slideshow for some great gadget gift ideas to add to your registry!

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Big Ticket Wedding Registry Items

GeekSugar — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:08:50 PDT

With wedding season upon us, many of you will be spending time searching online registries for the perfect gift. Wedding registries often include items ranging in price so family members and friends have many options to fit their budget. High ticket items often include electronics such as camcorders, televisions, DVD players and cameras. If you're creating a registry and want to include some reasonably priced tech gadgets, I've compiled a few of my favorites below. These suggestions may also be helpful for those of you who are looking for the perfect gift for a close family member.

Television: Samsung SlimFit TX-S2782H
The Samsung 27" SlimFit HDTV is an all around great television. This high definition TV has exceptional clarity and color, includes surround sound and its sleek design makes it the perfect fit for any room. Priced at $460 from Samsung.

Camcorder: Sony DCR-DVD308 Handycam
This Sony camcorder is something all newlyweds will appreciate. What's unique about this camera is its ability to record directly to a DVD during taping so you don't have to do it later. You can also transfer your footage to your computer with a USB cord so you can quickly upload online. This Sony cam includes a large 2.7" wide touch LCD monitor for easy viewing and navigation. With a price tag of $500, you're definitely getting a bang for your buck. To purchase and for more info, go to Sony Style.

Digital Camera: Canon PowerShot SD700
Priced at $300, this digital cam by Canon is the perfect wedding gift to give. With six megapixels and a high resolution option, this cam can produce up to 14 x 19 inch prints. You can also take short film clips for those memorable moments. Go to Amazon online for more product info.

Wondering where you can register for these items? Check out my registry guide.

Dance Through Wedding Season on a Budget

LearnVest — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:15:00 PDT

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy!

Flowers, dresses, friends, yummy food, cake, and dancing. What’s not to like about weddings? Well, just one little thing: its drain on our bank accounts.

Getting married is a big deal, and you want to be there to celebrate with your friends. But that often entails shelling out for an engagement gift, a shower present, the bachelorette party, the wedding gift, a dress to wear, the right shoes–plus, hotel and transportation if the wedding isn’t local.

Multiply that by the number of weddings you have in a year, and your friends’ nuptials can put you in the poorhouse.

Make your way through wedding season gracefully while going easy on your budget with these tips:

Gifts 1. Be The First Person On The Registry

“Get in on the registry early so you have the widest variety of price points available,” says Amy Eisinger, associate editor of WeddingChannel.com. This way you won’t be stuck with the $800 mixer or the $10 napkin holders.

2. Buy A Registry Item-From Another Site

One of our staffers loves this savvy tip. Registries are often just a representation of what the couple is in need of, and they may not be wedded to the exact version they selected. Search online for a gift from the registry to see if you can find the same or similar item for a lower price. After you’ve placed your order, go back to the registry and mark the item as fulfilled. Don’t use this tip for the patterned china, of course-stick with items that are likely to be more generic, like towels or kitchen appliances.

3. Go In On Group Gifts

Team up with a few friends to get a present beyond your budget. Perhaps each of you pitches in $100 to get them a few nights at a B&B for a getaway weekend, or you each drop $50 to get them a couples massage.

4. Buy In Bulk

This one is a bit trickier. There aren’t that many things you can buy in bulk that you’d actually give as a wedding gift, but we did think of one great wedding season standby: champagne. Get a discount case, and it can be your no-brainer go-to gift for showers, engagement parties, and other wedding events.

For more ways to save your bucks during this pricey wedding season, read on.

4 Wallet-Friendly Tips For Gifting the Bride and Groom

Emily Co — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:21:16 PDT

You're happy for the two lovebirds, but the gifts on their wedding registry are way out of your budget. Drop the old tradition of resorting to the cheapest gift on the registry when you're strapped for cash! instead, take a more modern, savvy approach and pick a personalized gift that'll portray your thoughtfulness and give your wallet a breather. Dana LaRue, from The Broke-Ass Bride blog gives us some tips on the smart way to give below.

If you need more ideas on how to save on your wedding, join @BrokeAssBride and @SavvySugar Twitter chat this Thursday at 5 p.m. PST. The hashtag is #svychat. See you there!

Check Out Coupon Codes: Never hit "purchase" on an online order without checking RetailMeNot.com for a coupon or promo code. You can score percentages off, free shipping and more by doing some stealthy searching around the web, which adds up to big savings!
Go With the Gift of Experience: Sometimes experience is the best gift of all. Rather than a novelty gift or trinket that will just sit on a shelf, show your gratitude by taking your giftee out on an adventure that suits their interests. A fancy gourmet dinner out (or cooked at home with love) will satisfy your foodie friends, a hike and picnic out in nature will tickle your hippie-buddy's heart, massages at the spa for your luxury-loving sister, or tickets to a concert or play could be just the thing for your cultured crew. Personalizing the gifts for each recipient is a very special touch that will not be soon forgotten.

Read on for more tips.