Free Registry To-Do List Template
Registry To-Do List
Prepared By: [Your Name]
1. Define the Purpose
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Decide on the type of registry (e.g., wedding, baby shower, professional).
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Identify the event's theme or scope (if applicable).
2. Research & Choose Registry Platforms
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Compare registry services or platforms (e.g., Amazon, Target, Zola, etc.).
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Evaluate platform features (e.g., group gifting, cash funds, delivery options).
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Set up an account on the chosen platform(s).
3. Curate a Wishlist
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Brainstorm and prioritize items.
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Household essentials
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Luxury items
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Cash fund options (honeymoon, home improvement, education, etc.)
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Digital services or subscriptions
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Include items across a range of price points.
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Add a mix of practical and personal items.
4. Organize & Categorize
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Group items into categories (e.g., Kitchen, Electronics, Nursery, Entertainment).
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Ensure there's a balance between high-need and nice-to-have items.
5. Customize the Registry
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Include personal notes for each item (e.g., its significance or usage).
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Set priorities for must-have items.
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Update privacy settings as needed (public, private, or by invite link).
6. Share with Your Network
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Announce the registry via invitations, emails, or social media (as appropriate).
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Include registry links on event pages (e.g., wedding websites).
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Provide clear instructions for accessing and purchasing items.
7. Maintain the Registry
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Monitor activity (purchases, reservations, etc.).
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Update the list regularly to reflect new needs or fulfilled items.
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Respond to questions from contributors about items.
8. Post-Event Follow-Up
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Review the final list of unpurchased items.
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Use registry completion discounts (if available).
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Send thank-you notes to contributors for their gifts.
9. Evaluate Success
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Reflect on the registry experience: What worked? What didn’t?
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Save ideas or contacts for future registry needs.
