On your first anniversary of marriage, there’s no better way to show your love than with creative gifts that show just how much you care. Whether you’re looking for homemade or store bought, small or big, sentimental or sassy, they’ll be sure to the mark with a jaw-dropping gesture!
1. Homemade Token
You don’t have to be crafty in order to make a heartfelt present on your first anniversary of marriage. All it takes is to put a little thought and time into something simple and sweet. A heartfelt letter of love and commitment is one of the most genuine gifts that you can give to someone. In this letter, you can express all of your thoughts, emotions, and deepest feelings that you have for your partner. Accompanying this letter with a DIY memento such as a scrapbook, jar of favorite moments or other craftwork will make it an even more special gift.
2. The Adventure Of A Lifetime
Instead of a traditional gift, why not gift your spouse an unforgettable experience you can share together! Create memories for the two of you that you’ll never forget. This could be as grand as a weekend getaway or cruise trip. Alternatively, even just spending a romantic evening exploring your city with all its attractions could prove to be an excellent idea. Whether it’s a hot air balloon ride, a hot air balloon ride, or a gondola cruise, you will create beautiful experiences and hilarious stories to tell later. If you’re strapped for cash, this doesn’t have to be a zero-dollar present – just buy a set of tickets to a movie or a cookery class and together enjoy the moments.
3. ‘Just Because’ Gift Basket
A gift basket is an interesting and highly customizable gift that you can put together yourself and fill with whatever you think your partner will love. Whether it’s a selection of their favorite snacks, indulging delights, or a compilation of daily essentials, you can let your imagination run wild. Or, if you’re not the creative type, don’t worry– there are lots of store-bought option out there. However, no matter the size or the content, your thoughtful tiny gesture will be appreciated in the end.
4. Pampering Kit
Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a personalized pampering kit. Fill it with everything your partner loves to pamper themself after a long, stressful day. An at-home spa experience is the perfect way to show all your love and appreciation. Put in some cosy socks and a onesie, some bath bombs, and a luxurious candle. You can also add things like face masks, a nice body scrub, and their favorite bubble bath. Gift them a book of coupons good for a massage, a foot massage, a pedicure, or any other spa treatment. If you’re feeling extra fancy, maybe even plan a luxury spa escape for the two of you.
5. Getaway & Experiences
When you’re married and living together, sometimes it’s hard to find time to escape the daily routine. So if you’re looking for the perfect first-anniversary present for your spouse, what better than a vacation away together? Spend a few days in a beautiful destination nearby and get away from it all. Explore the sights, try out new restaurants, attend live music events. You can also opt for experiences – like a cooking class, a hot air balloon ride or a tandem skydive. Your first anniversary is definitely the perfect time to revive your passion and forget all the stresses of everyday life.
6. Customized Accessories
At the first wedding anniversary, it’s customary to exchange personalized items that can’t be found at the store. Personalized accessories are a great way to give a unique and meaningful gift that your spouse can cherish and wear for a long time. From necklaces with your initials to customized mugs with pictures of your first kiss, the options are endless. You can find a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items to choose from, or you can design something from scratch.
7. Jigsaw Puzzle
Choose a puzzle with a photo of your favorite memory, or select a jigsaw of your hometown or the place you got married. Another unique idea is to create a personalized jigsaw with a romantic phrase, initials or funny joke. Plus these days it’s possible to make them with digital images, so you’re really not limited in this area. Spiced up with plenty of snacks and a bottle of bubbly, it will be a night of reminiscence you’ll never forget. How special!
8. Create A Scrapbook
Everyone loves a little nostalgia, right? Put together a photo album or scrapbook that documents all of the memories shared by both of you. Note down the date, time and place of each event and attach memories such as playlist, ticket stubs, postcards, and quotes that you can think of. Add some extra sparkle by including favorite songs or poems that summarize your love and journey. At the end of the project, it’ll make a great storybook to look back at that gives you a sense of how far you’ve come in your relationship.
9. Make A Video
A creative and unique anniversary gift is to create a video documenting your journey together as a married couple. Include experiences such as vacations, special moments, and anything meaningful to you as a couple. This could involve interviews with each other, friends and family members, as well as video clips, music and more to give it a personal touch. Include shots of the two of you and make it into a fun montage. The end product will make a beautiful anniversary gift that your spouse would cherish for years.
10. Gift Filled To The brim
Incorporate all the things that make your relationship unique! A perfect basket for the occasion should include meaningful items like tickets from your first lunch/dinner, bottles of wine/champagne from a special occasion, handmade gifts, concert/sports tickets, postcards from destinations you two have visited and other romantic treasuress. Once you’re done filling your gift basket, you can get creative and dress it outfit! From love quotes to photos, you can decorate the outside of the basket with the meaningful mementos that will create a lasting impression.
1. Homemade Token
You don’t have to be crafty in order to make a heartfelt present on your first anniversary of marriage. All it takes is to put a little thought and time into something simple and sweet. A heartfelt letter of love and commitment is one of the most genuine gifts that you can give to someone. In this letter, you can express all of your thoughts, emotions, and deepest feelings that you have for your partner. Accompanying this letter with a DIY memento such as a scrapbook, jar of favorite moments or other craftwork will make it an even more special gift.
2. The Adventure Of A Lifetime
Instead of a traditional gift, why not gift your spouse an unforgettable experience you can share together! Create memories for the two of you that you’ll never forget. This could be as grand as a weekend getaway or cruise trip. Alternatively, even just spending a romantic evening exploring your city with all its attractions could prove to be an excellent idea. Whether it’s a hot air balloon ride, a hot air balloon ride, or a gondola cruise, you will create beautiful experiences and hilarious stories to tell later. If you’re strapped for cash, this doesn’t have to be a zero-dollar present – just buy a set of tickets to a movie or a cookery class and together enjoy the moments.
3. ‘Just Because’ Gift Basket
A gift basket is an interesting and highly customizable gift that you can put together yourself and fill with whatever you think your partner will love. Whether it’s a selection of their favorite snacks, indulging delights, or a compilation of daily essentials, you can let your imagination run wild. Or, if you’re not the creative type, don’t worry– there are lots of store-bought option out there. However, no matter the size or the content, your thoughtful tiny gesture will be appreciated in the end.
4. Pampering Kit
Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a personalized pampering kit. Fill it with everything your partner loves to pamper themself after a long, stressful day. An at-home spa experience is the perfect way to show all your love and appreciation. Put in some cosy socks and a onesie, some bath bombs, and a luxurious candle. You can also add things like face masks, a nice body scrub, and their favorite bubble bath. Gift them a book of coupons good for a massage, a foot massage, a pedicure, or any other spa treatment. If you’re feeling extra fancy, maybe even plan a luxury spa escape for the two of you.
5. Getaway & Experiences
When you’re married and living together, sometimes it’s hard to find time to escape the daily routine. So if you’re looking for the perfect first-anniversary present for your spouse, what better than a vacation away together? Spend a few days in a beautiful destination nearby and get away from it all. Explore the sights, try out new restaurants, attend live music events. You can also opt for experiences – like a cooking class, a hot air balloon ride or a tandem skydive. Your first anniversary is definitely the perfect time to revive your passion and forget all the stresses of everyday life.
6. Customized Accessories
At the first wedding anniversary, it’s customary to exchange personalized items that can’t be found at the store. Personalized accessories are a great way to give a unique and meaningful gift that your spouse can cherish and wear for a long time. From necklaces with your initials to customized mugs with pictures of your first kiss, the options are endless. You can find a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items to choose from, or you can design something from scratch.
7. Jigsaw Puzzle
Choose a puzzle with a photo of your favorite memory, or select a jigsaw of your hometown or the place you got married. Another unique idea is to create a personalized jigsaw with a romantic phrase, initials or funny joke. Plus these days it’s possible to make them with digital images, so you’re really not limited in this area. Spiced up with plenty of snacks and a bottle of bubbly, it will be a night of reminiscence you’ll never forget. How special!
8. Create A Scrapbook
Everyone loves a little nostalgia, right? Put together a photo album or scrapbook that documents all of the memories shared by both of you. Note down the date, time and place of each event and attach memories such as playlist, ticket stubs, postcards, and quotes that you can think of. Add some extra sparkle by including favorite songs or poems that summarize your love and journey. At the end of the project, it’ll make a great storybook to look back at that gives you a sense of how far you’ve come in your relationship.
9. Make A Video
A creative and unique anniversary gift is to create a video documenting your journey together as a married couple. Include experiences such as vacations, special moments, and anything meaningful to you as a couple. This could involve interviews with each other, friends and family members, as well as video clips, music and more to give it a personal touch. Include shots of the two of you and make it into a fun montage. The end product will make a beautiful anniversary gift that your spouse would cherish for years.
10. Gift Filled To The brim
Incorporate all the things that make your relationship unique! A perfect basket for the occasion should include meaningful items like tickets from your first lunch/dinner, bottles of wine/champagne from a special occasion, handmade gifts, concert/sports tickets, postcards from destinations you two have visited and other romantic treasuress. Once you’re done filling your gift basket, you can get creative and dress it outfit! From love quotes to photos, you can decorate the outside of the basket with the meaningful mementos that will create a lasting impression.