Building a registry is a fun way to show your guests how they can support your new life together, but it can be overwhelming with so many options available. Below are a few must-have items to add to your registry, from high quality cookware sets to dinnerware sets that won’t break the bank.
Free of PTFEs and featuring a non-toxic coating, Caraway is a must-have way to add quality and design to your kitchen. It’s on the pricier side, but reviews rave about its durability and exceptional quality.
If you’re going to have any item in your kitchen, make it a Le Crueset dutch oven. Not only does it serve a variety of functions, but, similar to the KitchenAid stand mixer, this brand is well known to be one tough cookie and stand the test of time.
You’ve likely seen this product featured in your favorite cooking channel and there’s a really good reason for it being there. KitchenAid is a household name, known for its durability and kitchen functionality, and the stand mixer is likely their most raved about product. If you’ve ever tried to make bread from scratch or needed to make a few dozen cookies for a bake sale, you’ll understand what a blessing this mixer is. As a bonus, KitchenAid makes attachments (for separate purchase) that can be used for making pasta, grinding meat and more.
There’s a lot of great espresso machines on the market, but this one is the perfect option for somebody brand new or wanting a no-frills, lower cost option. Not only does it take up less room than traditional espresso machines and incredibly easy to use, but the pods designed for this specific machine are easy to find at your local grocery store, Sam’s Club, Costco and more.
At less than $25 USD (but typically $11-$15 USD), this can sometimes appear a little suspicious, especially not having a well known name like KitchenAid or Cuisinart attached to it, but there’s a reason this handheld milk-frother has thousands of 5 star reviews. Having one myself, I can attest to it’s longevity and high quality. As a bonus, it’s also a great way to mix liquids beyond milk!
The butt of many COVID-era jokes, an air fryer is a fantastic way to cook and reheat many meals in less time than a traditional convection oven. The Ninja 9-in-1 is especially noteworthy due to it’s ability to go above and beyond with options like dehydration and roasting, but the star of it’s functionality is its space saving ability to be stored upright.
Often an overlooked item, a comfort kitchen mat is usually made with memory foam and a great way to add style to your kitchen for little money. My suggestion is to get one at least 60″ to cover more standing space, but this is dependent upon the couple’s living space. This is also a low cost way to add variety to your registry.
A lot of couples like to add expensive, high quality dinnerware to their registry, but many couples need something for every day use. Made of stoneware and coming in basic colors like cream, white and black, this IKEA set won’t break the bank (less than $50 USD), looks of high quality and is easy to replace, should a piece or two break.
A handy alternative to whipping out the iron and ironing board, the Conair Handheld steamer is a great way to sooth out those pesky wrinkles when you want to just fix a handful of items. Easy to store and gentle on the piggy bank, this is a must have for any couple.
We’ve all been in a situation where we come home, only to realize we forgot to set the meat out to thaw. At just $20 USD (or less), this tray is a great way to thaw meat and other frozen items much faster than traditional methods.
Some items on this page feature affiliate links, Learn how this helps keep the lights on at ListKiwi and see our affiliate and profits disclosure here.
