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jozieb0925
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Josie
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I think it's great. I would bring a gift anyway and half the times, I have no clue what to bring. This just makes it easier!
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MrsNaunie
Kai helps my father dump out.
Member since 9/06 1181 total posts
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Lauren
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
in lieu of a bridal shower registry, I think it's a great idea.
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:17 PM |
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leighdvm
My golden boys!
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Michele
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
It's a big NO-NO!!
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:23 PM |
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Gertyrae
Peace out Homies!
Member since 5/05 20046 total posts
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I think it's tacky...I like the idea of people just bringing a bottle of wine or some small token gift to a housewarming. I don't think we need to add it to the list of expensive gift giving affairs.
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:40 PM |
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nyteacher13
Three Under Four!!! :-)
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I think it's tacky. You're financially stable enough to buy a home, and you can't buy your own "stuff" to fill it?
It's way too forward for my taste.
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:40 PM |
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MrsERod
Praying for Everyone.
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by Karen
In this case, I think it's tacky. Are they going to have a housewarming registry and then 6 months from now a wedding one?? That's over the top, IMO.
i agree
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:47 PM |
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KrisT
Two Boys for Me!!
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Kristin
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by Gertyrae
I think it's tacky...I like the idea of people just bringing a bottle of wine or some small token gift to a housewarming. I don't think we need to add it to the list of expensive gift giving affairs.
ITA! I never buy elaborate housewarming gifts that would require a registry. I usually bring a bottle of wine.
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| Posted 7/23/07 5:55 PM |
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saraH
happy birthday sweet kate!
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I know that God exsists, I held her in my arms...
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I am not a fan of the housewarming registery. if i went to a housewarming, i'd bring a gift, but i'd hate to think that i had to bring a specific towel or whatever.
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| Posted 7/23/07 6:33 PM |
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luvsbob4603
To a healthy 2013
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To a brand new year to a healthier me
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I think it's tacky.... I can understand registering for a wedding bridal shower or baby shower but for a house warming... NOT, i think it's rude.
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| Posted 7/23/07 6:46 PM |
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BaroqueMama
Chase is one!
Member since 5/05 27530 total posts
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Personally, I don't like registries for anything. Not for weddings, not for baby showers, etc. Practically speaking, I can see why using them for weddings nad baby showers is important so people get what they need and now what people THINK they need, but just the whole concept of saying, "Buy me this." irks me.
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| Posted 7/23/07 6:59 PM |
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by SweetestOfPeas
I said it depends - although I am leaning towards no.
if a woman (or man) is single (meaning they didn't have a shower) and just bought a house or condo, I think it's ok. it's more of a wish list anyway and I would NEVER EVER put that info in an invite!!  but some close friends and family would probably want to know what to buy the person in question and would love to have their wish list.
how many posts have we seen on here asking what is a good housewarming gift? 
I feel the same. There is a difference between registering to help out your family members who want to give you a gift versus sending the info out in an invite!
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| Posted 7/23/07 8:14 PM |
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MommyofG
just the girls
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Just wrong!
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| Posted 7/23/07 11:03 PM |
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Buttafli1277
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I didn't even think that people register when they purchase a new home. I thought registers were for Bridal Showers.
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| Posted 7/23/07 11:32 PM |
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mitabtrfly
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by BabyAvocado
Generally speaking, how do you feel about it when people register for a housewarming?
I think it's a great idea. We did it and I know a ton of people who have done it as well.
ETA: No matter what ...there is always going to be someone who finds this among other things tacky, or a no-no or god knows what else. I personally think it's a great idea...and most of the time housewarming parties, weddings, etc are for close friends and family..who will eventually ask you if anything is needed. So why not register.
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| Posted 7/23/07 11:39 PM |
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mtnmama
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bikramaddict
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by Arieschick29
I think this is a great idea- not only as someone who eventually would like to own a house but also as a friend who would like to buy something for my friends' housewarming that I cannot attend
IMO I think there should be registries for everyday so I know what to buy people for b-days, anniversaries, etc
Amazon has bday registries, I think.
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| Posted 7/24/07 8:54 AM |
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babymakes3
Almost there!
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by cpanyc
If it was a single person who has no wedding or marriage plans in their future, then I could understand doing this.
I agree. And if I were that person, I wouldn't tell anyone about the registry unless they asked. I'd register for the sake of getting a 10% completion discount after the event date.
edited for grammar
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Emily
Kasey & Me! Lurves it!
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Emily Post would roll over in her grave!
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Kara
Now Zagat Rated!
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by KrisT
Posted by Gertyrae
I think it's tacky...I like the idea of people just bringing a bottle of wine or some small token gift to a housewarming. I don't think we need to add it to the list of expensive gift giving affairs.
ITA! I never buy elaborate housewarming gifts that would require a registry. I usually bring a bottle of wine.
Same here.
People are getting out of control these days with throwing parties just to get gifts.
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| Posted 7/24/07 10:17 AM |
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dpli
Daylight savings :)
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I wouldn't do it and I do find it kind of tacky, but I think there is a difference between registering so that if anyone asks you what to get you, you can tell them, and announcing it to everyone.
I knew someone who had a housewarming party and enclosed registry cards in the invitations. That is over the top to me.
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| Posted 7/24/07 11:07 AM |
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browneyedgirl
family is all that matters
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by cpanyc
Generally speaking, new house owners are newlyweds or were married in the last 5 years or so. If this was the case, I would think it is tacky and I wouldn't buy anything from their "registry". Only because most people register for house things for their wedding.
If it was a single person who has no wedding or marriage plans in their future, then I could understand doing this.
i completely agree
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| Posted 7/24/07 11:10 AM |
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MST9106
My life:)
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I wouldn't call it tacky or obnoxious because nobody is forcing you into getting attending or getting a gift for the homeowners, BUT I personally wouldn't do it...I do think its a little over the top. Let people find out on their own what kind of color scheme you got going and get gifts on their own, or stack you up on liquor...I'm sure most of them would know to include a gift receipt and then its your decision to do what you like with it.
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sunflowerjesss
Mommy to 3!
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
I selected "depends".
I say that because if it's your first house and/or first time living with your SO etc, it's a great idea. People will want to get you something as a congratulations since it's such a big step in life.
However, if you have already lived together (whether it be in a previously owned home or apartment) or previously owned a home, it's over the top. That's like saying you are expecting people to buy you something. The people that will want to wish you well may still buy something or ask what you guys need at and that point it would appropriate to offer that information.
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nyteacher13
Three Under Four!!! :-)
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by Jessee
I think it's tacky. I have a friend who registers everytime she moves. She doesn't even own a place, but every time she moves to a new apartment she throughs herself a party.
now this is EXTRA tacky!!!
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| Posted 7/24/07 12:26 PM |
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nyteacher13
Three Under Four!!! :-)
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Re: Registering for a housewarming
Posted by Arieschick29
IMO I think there should be registries for everyday so I know what to buy people for b-days, anniversaries, etc
Yea, sure. Let's just turn everything into a materialistic event. Why not make registries for Hanukkah and Christmas, too? Sc.rew the sentimental value. Let's race to the registry!
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