4 Easy Steps to Hosting Your First Thanksgiving Together

We're big fans of any get-together that includes yummy food, tasty bubbly and a whole lot of friends and family. Especially Thanksgiving. So today we're teaming up with our friends at Macy's Registry to bring you a list of how-to's for hosting with the mostess, newlywed style. Think everything from baking essentials to fab barware to the perfect decor. Celebrate in style below.

Stock Up On Baking Essentials


You can't have Thanksgiving without a whole lot of tasty food, and if you plan to take over the kitchen like your very own version of Martha Stewart, you'll need the goods to pull it off. Thankfully, Macy's Registry is totally here to help with a never-ending list of fab products that will kick your baking game up a notch. Think everything from a gorgeous Le Creuset French Oven to a KitchenAid Mixer that will keep your pie game strong. Oh, and if you don't receive everything on your list, you can use your Macy's Newlywed Discount for 20% off most remaining items for up to six months (!!) post-nuptials. Awesome.

Don't Forget The Entertaining Must-Haves


Hosting Thanksgiving is basically throwing the party of the year (it's a big deal, y'all), so making sure you're home is stocked up with all of those entertaining must-haves is sooo important. I'm talking sophisticated Waterford napkins, a dazzling cheeseboard from Thirstystone and kate spade new york flatware that will leave all of your guests talking. Not 100% sure on ALL of the items you need? No worries. Macy's Registry Checklist and Registry Guide will guarantee you don't miss one. single. thing. Sooo handy.

Become the Mixologist You Always Wanted to Be


Kicking back with all of your loved ones in celebration basically calls for a tasty libation, and when it comes to stocking that home bar with all of those mixologists tools, Macy's Registry has you covered. From Lenox Stemware to Waterford Champagne Buckets to electric cocktail mixers, you'll be completely prepared for an entire evening of making sure everyone's glass is always full.

Cozy Up Your Home


Inviting over all of your loved ones? Then cozying up your home is a definite must. Start with adding some ambience with gorgeous candles (we're loving this Home Design Studio candle holder) and a beautiful wool throw, then head straight to the throw pillows for even more comfy goodness. And don't forget that with your Macy's Registry Star Rewards, you'll receive 10% back on all eligible purchases, so you can guarantee your guests will be full, happy AND warm. Now THAT'S a successful Thanksgiving.