Paper Anniversary and finding the perfect gift.

Did you know that the first anniversary is symbolised by paper?  Paper is innocent and fragile just like the first year in marriage and It’s been a year of adjustments and new beginnings. Paper represents a journey together at the very start and that the story is still being written.

Each piece is a blank page for people to fill in. Paper comes from trees and starts from little seeds that naturally grow every year just like a marriage. Although paper is fragile it can be very strong if it is looked after and nurtured but woe betides if it is neglected it can rip or tear apart.

Below is our list of gift ideas for this wonderful anniversary that you will be sure to remember.

Paper Charts

Have a look at the paper chart of your wedding date. Full of interesting facts and figures and in addition tells you things about each other. It is made of paper but comes in a laminated pouch to keep it safe or you could have it in a leather folder.

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Anniversary books or journals

A great gift for you to fill in yourselves with photos and notes of your anniversaries together. A lovely keepsake that you can get out every year to share wonderful memories.

Photo Frames

You could write a lovely poem or your wedding vows and put them in a lovely photo frame. Or you could put a photo of your wedding or the best memory of you both in the photo frame. We have a great choice of photo frames. Also, have a look at our personalised frames. You could even put a paper chart in a frame.

Gift Experiences

A good way to give a paper gift is to give a voucher with a lovely experience to share, it may be a lovely getaway in a hotel with a romantic meal for two.  It could be a tea for two with prosecco or for the more adventurous it could be a ride in a hot air balloon. You could also buy plane tickets to go somewhere special to you both or tickets to the theatre or a concert. There are plenty to choose from.

Flowers

According to our research, the Pansy is the flower that symbolises the first anniversary, not the carnation that a lot of sites suggest. Carnations are more profoundly used as they are seasonal and are readily cut for bouquets. Whereas the pansy is more seasonal and is better for planting in the garden.

Pansies are small and fragile just like the beginning of marriage but if you plant them and nourish them, they will form good foundations to grow.

The purple pansy symbolises the thoughts of happy days spent together.

The white pansy symbolises the thought of love. You are in their thoughts.

Carnations symbolise young passionate love and affection and come in many colours.

Jewellery

The gemstone for the first anniversary is freshwater pearls. These come from mussels in freshwater lakes, rivers, or ponds. Whereas cultured pearls come from oysters in saltwater.

You can get beautiful jewellery made with freshwater pearls. Have a look at our necklaces, bracelets and rings.

Humorous gifts

If the couple has a good sense of humour how about buying one of our mug sets. Mr Right/ Mrs Always Right or The Boss/ The Real Boss.

Celebrating.

Keeping with the paper theme how about a romantic picnic using paper plates and cups or if you want to celebrate with family and friends you could have a BBQ. Just don’t forget the champagne.

Modern List First Anniversary Gifts

The modern gift for the first anniversary is a clock. Clocks represent all the years you and your partner have ahead of you as time never ends.

Check out our other blog posts to discover what other gift themes that are appropriate for the first anniversary

In Conclusion

Hopefully, you will find the perfect way to celebrate your paper anniversary, and let’s hope you find a lovely meaningful gift. Just remember to relish your time together and make lots of wonderful memories to treasure. Cherish every moment and remember when you said your vows. Most importantly, Enjoy!