I'm going to bypass the quote thingy. A basic shaker might be nice. However, even then I'd add a pint glass for stirring. (An all-metal shaker might be less intimidating for drinks that would be shaken.) As far as the three jiggers that I mentioned, it would allow for precision whilst learning. Then, they can choose to guesstimate later, if they wish. Schumann is dry, especially in the translation. However, the receipts are rock-solid. Barspoon might be optional as you've noted. But they're inexpensive, so why not? As far as napkins, Restoration seems to have them marked down most times I'm in there. But you're already on the right track, trillium. You can't go wrong at this point. Fine taste.