Paper anniversaries mark the beginning of a couple’s lifetime together, and there’s no better way to celebrate it than with thoughtful gifts that will last a lifetime. There’s no doubt that your first year will be filled with lots of unique memories and special moments, so why not capture some of those memories and make them last with paper anniversary gifts? From personalized photo albums to thoughtful journals, here are some great paper anniversary gifts that will keep those special moments alive in your hearts and minds for years to come.
1. Personalized Photo Album
Gather all the photos you took over the past year, create a custom photo album, and fill it with all of your special memories. Whether it’s a small photographic scrapbook, or a full size binder style album, or even a modern technology filled album, you’ll be able to look back on all the photos that documented your first year of marriage.
2. Scrapbook
Pick up an art or craft scrapbook and dedicate it to all the unique moments of your first year of marriage. You can add pictures, captions, even song lyrics and special messages to each page. Not only will you be able to go back and visit all your fond memories, but you’ll also get to look through all the special adds-on of your first year of marriage.
3. Letter to Each Other
Take a few moments to write a letter expressing your love and admiration for your spouse. Include all your favorite memories, some thoughts on what marriage means to you, and any advice you have for the future. Place it in a special envelope and have it placed in a dedicated box or time capsule to be opened on your one year anniversary.
4. Personalized Journal
Purchase a personalized journal between the two of you that you can use to keep track of the major happenings of your first year. It could be used to document special moments, or even to record big decisions and negotiations you had during the year. It’s also a great record of your daily lives and everyday memories.
5. Custom ‘Wedding Day’ Collage
You can take all the pictures from your wedding day, put them together in a custom collage, and hang it somewhere special in your home. This will keep your wedding day alive for many years to come.
6. Personalized Picture Frame
Whatever picture you choose to hang in your marriage home, you can have it customized with a unique label. Choose any phrase that means something special to you and make it even more special with a personalized picture frame.
7. Special Board Game
Create a personalized board game out of all the memories you’ve gone through as a couple. Pick up one of your favorite board games and then modify its pieces and playing cards with your favorite memories and experiences. You can invite family members and friends to come over and play with you.
8. ‘Love’ Coupon Book
Create a coupon book filled with special offers, romantic gestures, and other activities that you can do together when you feel like it. Add coupons for free hugs, a homemade dinner, or a few hours of uninterrupted playtime. Have fun with it and come up with unique offers that will show your spouse how much you appreciate them every day.
9. Card Collection
Save all the cards your partner gave you during your first year of marriage and put them in a special place. Combine them with new ones for future anniversaries and create an impressive collection that will have your heart filled with joy.
10. Travel Pack
Gather all the items you plan to travel with and put them together in a travel pack. Include everything you will need for your first year of anniversary trips. This will be an excellent reminder of your travels together and will give you something special to look forward to for the upcoming years.
The sweetest way to show your appreciation for each other is through creative paper anniversary gifts. From personalized albums to scrapbooks, from letter exchanges to journals, and from custom frames to personalized board games, your unique paper anniversary gifts will trend as lasting memories for years to come. Your first year of marriage is as memorable as it is unique, so don’t forget to capture those special moments and make them last for years.
1. Personalized Photo Album
Gather all the photos you took over the past year, create a custom photo album, and fill it with all of your special memories. Whether it’s a small photographic scrapbook, or a full size binder style album, or even a modern technology filled album, you’ll be able to look back on all the photos that documented your first year of marriage.
2. Scrapbook
Pick up an art or craft scrapbook and dedicate it to all the unique moments of your first year of marriage. You can add pictures, captions, even song lyrics and special messages to each page. Not only will you be able to go back and visit all your fond memories, but you’ll also get to look through all the special adds-on of your first year of marriage.
3. Letter to Each Other
Take a few moments to write a letter expressing your love and admiration for your spouse. Include all your favorite memories, some thoughts on what marriage means to you, and any advice you have for the future. Place it in a special envelope and have it placed in a dedicated box or time capsule to be opened on your one year anniversary.
4. Personalized Journal
Purchase a personalized journal between the two of you that you can use to keep track of the major happenings of your first year. It could be used to document special moments, or even to record big decisions and negotiations you had during the year. It’s also a great record of your daily lives and everyday memories.
5. Custom ‘Wedding Day’ Collage
You can take all the pictures from your wedding day, put them together in a custom collage, and hang it somewhere special in your home. This will keep your wedding day alive for many years to come.
6. Personalized Picture Frame
Whatever picture you choose to hang in your marriage home, you can have it customized with a unique label. Choose any phrase that means something special to you and make it even more special with a personalized picture frame.
7. Special Board Game
Create a personalized board game out of all the memories you’ve gone through as a couple. Pick up one of your favorite board games and then modify its pieces and playing cards with your favorite memories and experiences. You can invite family members and friends to come over and play with you.
8. ‘Love’ Coupon Book
Create a coupon book filled with special offers, romantic gestures, and other activities that you can do together when you feel like it. Add coupons for free hugs, a homemade dinner, or a few hours of uninterrupted playtime. Have fun with it and come up with unique offers that will show your spouse how much you appreciate them every day.
9. Card Collection
Save all the cards your partner gave you during your first year of marriage and put them in a special place. Combine them with new ones for future anniversaries and create an impressive collection that will have your heart filled with joy.
10. Travel Pack
Gather all the items you plan to travel with and put them together in a travel pack. Include everything you will need for your first year of anniversary trips. This will be an excellent reminder of your travels together and will give you something special to look forward to for the upcoming years.
The sweetest way to show your appreciation for each other is through creative paper anniversary gifts. From personalized albums to scrapbooks, from letter exchanges to journals, and from custom frames to personalized board games, your unique paper anniversary gifts will trend as lasting memories for years to come. Your first year of marriage is as memorable as it is unique, so don’t forget to capture those special moments and make them last for years.
