First Year Wedding Anniversary Gifts

1. Paper 2. Cotton 3. Leather 4. Linen / Silk 5. Wood
6. Iron 7. Wool / Copper 8. Bronze 9. Pottery
10. Tin 11. Steel 12. Silk
13 .Lace 14. Ivory
15. Crystal
20. China
25. Silver
30. Pearl
35. Coral
40. Ruby
45. Sapphire
50. Gold
55. Emerald
60. Diamond
80. Oak

Besides the symbolic reasoning behind why paper was selected as a first anniversary gift idea is another very important reason as to why paper may have been chosen. This basis for paper as a gift could lie in the fact that money, stock portfolios, or a check of any denomination would be very suitable, and useful gifts for a couple in their early years of marriage.

Young people setting off on their own are not usually very asset heavy, so they often have a necessity to purchase a large number of household items as they prepare to live on their own, this gets expensive. Add to this the fact that weddings are often very expensive affairs and may take a substantial time period after the actual event to pay off, or that the couple may have student loan debt, a new mortgage or car loan and you can see why monetary gifts can be very important to a newly married couple.

Some individuals view giving money as being impersonal but it really isn't. A monetary gift actually shows a great deal of caring and concern for the financial welfare of the couple. But for those who would like to give a little more personal monetary gift then the selection of a favorite stock portfolio is a wonderfully thoughtful gift idea that has a bit more of a personal touch added to it.

For a very unique first wedding anniversary gift idea consider purchasing His and Hers personal Journals. These can be leather or cloth bond, and the theme of the covers can be decorated to either the personal interests of the couple, or in keeping with the first anniversary theme. Carnations are the first year anniversary flower, and a clock is the modern first wedding anniversary gift idea, so either of these themes could be used as a suitable cover for these journals.

Genealogy gift are another paper themed first anniversary gift idea that is unique and is is a gift concept that is very suitable for newly married couples. There are a number of books or kits available for uniting the couple onto a new family genealogy tree. A family tree book is a sentimental gift idea as well is a kit for tracing their history. Or a poster or print of a genealogy tree can be purchased, it can then have the history filled in by the couple, and be put on permanent display within their home.

Another nice genealogy gift is a poster or plaque that highlights the history behind their now shared name or one that highlights the history behind both of their birth names. A Coat of Arm Plaque can be a very unique and fascinating genealogical gift idea.

Gift certificates are always appreciated and come in a wide variety of themes such as to a favorite restaurant, favorite coffee shop, sports event, theater, movie or play. Gift cards for entertainment are always a great way to get a welcome reprieve from day to day living, while a gift card to a neighborhood department or grocery store, is always a useful gift item for a couple in their early years of marriage to receive.

1. Clock 2. China 3. Crystal or glass 4. Appliances
5. Silverware 6. Wood 7. Desk sets
8. Linens / Lace 9. Leather 10. Diamond 11. Jewelery 12. Pearls
13. Textiles / Furs 14. Gold 15. Watches 16. Silver
17. Furniture 18. Porcelain
19. Bronze 20. Platinum 21. Brass / Nickel 22. Copper 23. Silver plate 24. Music
25. Silver 30. Diamond 35. Jade 40. Ruby 45. Sapphire 50. Gold
55. Emerald 60. Diamond 70. Platinum

For a first year of marriage the modern anniversary gift suggestion is a clock.

If you are choosing a gift from the Modern Anniversary Gift List and considering a clock then select your gift thoughtfully. Most people don't need too many time tellers sitting around the house but if you select one with a unique twist to it then yours can still be a much appreciated gift. You could choose matching his and her watches, an old fashioned cockoo clock, or a grandfather clock. Just keep in mind that if you are selecting a clock as a 1st anniversary gift then choose this item with a great deal of attention to detail, it must be unique in its appearance or design, if it is to be appreciated!

1. Carnation 2. Lily Of The Valley 3. Sunflower
4. Hydrangea 5. Daisy 6. Calla
7. Freesia 8. Lilac
9. Bird Of Paradise
10. Daffodil
11. Tulip
12. Peony
13. Chrysanthemum
14. Dahlia
15. Rose
20. Aster
25. Iris
28. Orchid
30. Lily
40. Gladiolus
50. Yellow Roses / Violets

For an always romantic anniversary gift, consider giving a bottle of champagne or wine decorated with a large satin bow, or gift wrapped in a beautiful decorator box, and of course accompanied by two crystal wine goblets.

Don't forget that the packaging of your gift can add tremendously to the enjoyment of its giving. Be creative in your use of ribbons, wrapping, and add ons. Attaching a small gift, envelope, or flower to the outside of the main present can greatly enhance its attractiveness.

Other times the packaging itself can be a gift as with baskets, jewelry or other wooden or leather boxes, decorative metal tins, trunks or suitcases. Be imaginative.

Sometimes keeping the packaging and the gift entwined adds an amusing touch to the gift. For example a gift certificate for a local travel agency might be wrapped in a travel bag and displayed with a big red bow wrapped around it. Or the gift could be a stock portfolio within a briefcase or a check within a piggy bank or coffee canister.

You choose the theme for your gift, such as paper for that special first wedding anniversary that you have been shopping for, and then have fun with your gift idea. Be creative in your choice of gift, and in your wrapping of it, and your gift is sure to be received with a great big smile.

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