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Best Wedding Registry Spots In the Twin Cities

Getting married can also mean a home full of new "stuff" to enjoy once the reality of marriage sinks in. But do you want to buy local or go to a "big box" store? We've found a few great local shops where any couple can register for all those toaster ovens and tongs. And we also offer links to national chains in Minnesota that offer gift registries. All of the options offer online purchases, making it easy for gifts to just show up at your doorstep. 
www.kitchenwindow.com
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Kitchen Window

3001 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, Minn. 55408
(612) 824-4417
www.kitchenwindow.com

The newly remodeled store in Calhoun Square is filled to the ceiling with anything and everything you need or want for your kitchen. They offer an online gift registry for those out of town guests. And check out hosting a bridal shower at Kitchen Window's cook school and event center -- they make the hosting easy and can take care of every little detail for between 14 and 50 guests.

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Cooks of Crocus Hill

877 Grand Avenue
Saint Paul, Minn. 55105
(651) 228-1333

3925 West 50th Street
Edina, Minn. 55424
(952) 285-1903
www.cooksofcrocushill.com

With an inventory of more than 12,000 innovative culinary items, Cooks of Crocus Hill is a place for the chef in all of us. Not only can you register here, but they also offer cooking classes to fine-tune your culinary skills. Those who want to register can do so by selecting gifts at the stores in St. Paul or Edina. Once the list is created, friends and family can view and buy gifts at the store or online. As an added incentive, couples can save an additional 15 percent on any items left on their registry, just in case you didn't get that rice maker you always wanted.

Ampersand
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Ampersand

3445 West 70th St. Galleria Mall
Edina, Minn. 55435
(952) 920-2118
www.ampersandshops.com

If you're looking for more than just kitchen fare for your gift registry, check out Ampersand that offers things to make your home warm and cozy. Not only is there tableware and home décor, they have soothing apothecary items for the body & spirit. Register for their unique gifts in store and update it whenever you want online.

www.mossenvy.com
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Moss Envy

3056 Excelsior Blvd
Minneapolis, Minn. 55416
(612) 374-4581
www.mossenvy.com

For a "green" option for your wedding gifts, check out eco-conscious "Moss Envy." The owners say their registry is an eco-alternative or eco-supplement to the big box store registries. It's the place to find gifts that will stand the test of time and contribute to the health the planet. You register either online or in store to choose eco products for your home and your life.

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