You're moving, and amidst the craziness of all the last minute details, you're also planning your housewarming party. Your friends want to know how they can chip in to make the new house 'home,' so you've decided to register to avoid unwrapping three coffee pots. Our sample housewarming registry offers oodles of suggestions for practical and fun things for the start-up home, beginning with some great kitchen appliances.

All your basic living room furniture is finally in its place, but something's still missing. Some accent pieces might really kick it up a notch and set the tone. Start with a stylish area rug, which can really warm up any room. Personal photos also make a living room feel cozier. Add a decorative desk lamp and a nice mirror to totally transform a den in the doldrums. Wondering whether to register for that fabulous flat screen TV you've had your eyes on? Go for it! Group gifts are much more common these days, and who knows? Your friends just might like you that much.

You can't wait to throw intimate dinner parties in your new home, but none of your dishes match. Ditch them and start fresh! Choose a pattern durable enough for everyday use, but dressy enough to glam up a dinner party. Most patterns offer service dishes in different sizes, and trust us, you'll need them! A hostess 'in the know' should also register for at least 24 wine glasses. This way, when you're entertaining, you can have glasses on the table and also use them for cocktails without having to scramble in between.

Does your bedroom literally put you to sleep? Has that quilt of yours seen better days? Give your bed a face-lift with a new duvet cover. Alleviate the bedroom drabs by covering that quilt with the duvet in the warmer seasons, and then filling it with warm down during the winter. Pile your bed high with decorative pillows: the more the better for a luxurious feel. Finally, add a new floor lamp and nightstand for a complete rest-and-relaxation room makeover!