You've been invited to a bridal shower, and sometimes it's easy to know what to get for the bride because she has registered for the things she will need. But other times, it may be trickier to decide what to get her, especially if she didn't take the time to register. Since most newly married couples enjoy entertaining, here are ideas for gifts that will help them welcome guests to their new home.
1. 3 Liter Double Walled Stainless Steel Ice Bucket
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No matter what kind of cold beverages will be served at the new couple's home, they'll be sure to need plenty of ice. An attractive, double-walled bucket sure beats a plastic bowl for leaving ice out for guests who want to help themselves to drinks.
2. Bunn Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker
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With its large, 10 cup capacity, a coffee maker like this is just what the bride and groom will need for the finishing touch to an evening of entertaining. Plus, the thermal carafe will let them prepare the coffee in advance and have it ready when guests need a cup.
3. Aluminum Rectangular Serving Tray
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You can never have enough serving trays when you entertain. Whether you're bringing appetizers to your guests on the patio, organizing your party goods to move them to another room, or setting up glasses and beverages for cocktails, one or more of these trays will save many trips back and forth to the kitchen.
4. Pinzon Cheese Knives and Board Set
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You don't even need to know how to cook to serve your guests cheese and crackers as a first or last course, that's why a nice looking cheese board and knife set is perfect for a newlywed couple. The storage tray under the board will keep the knives from getting lost and the sustainable bamboo board will appeal to the eco-conscious couple.
5. Mixed Salad Serve Bowl
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A salad must be one of the easiest side dishes for a new couple to prepare for their guests. I received a similar bowl at my bridal shower (even though I didn't register) and I still use it to this day.
6. Pottery Barn Glass Cocktail Shaker
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Made of glass and stainless steel, this cocktail shaker will add style to the couple's parties when they serve their special drink. It can also be monogrammed for the happy couple.
7. Reidel Happy O Stemless Wine Glasses
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Reidel's O line of stemless wine glasses have become very popular. This new design adds color to the bases for an extra splash of style. They're sure to be more impressive than plastic cups when the couple serves wine to their guests.
8. Vera Wang Vera Lace Bouquet Champagne Flutes
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Every couple needs a set of champagne flutes to toast their special occasions from the first month anniversary to the fiftieth anniversary party.
9. BIA Cordon Bleu Nouveau 2-Piece Rectangular Bowl Serving Set, White
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It's always good to have a few serving bowls when entertaining. Whether you're setting out snacks or a side dish, these modern design bowls will fit with most decorating schemes.
10. PolkaDot Cup and Saucer Set of 6
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This colorful set of cups and saucers will always be useful when entertaining, whether the couple invites guests over for tea, dessert, or serves a hot beverage at the end of a festive meal.
