What to give for 1 year of marriage - gifts for a “calico” wedding
The first year of marriage has flown by, and now the very day on which a year ago the newly-made spouses legalized their relationship is approaching. Still so fresh in my mind! No matter what has changed this year - perhaps a new addition is coming to the young family or the housing issue has somehow been resolved - feelings are still so new, and passion and tenderness still rule the roost in relationships.
This day cannot be ignored, regardless of whether a magnificent celebration or modest home gatherings are planned. Close people should express their attention and love to each other by presenting pleasant gifts. And if guests are invited to the holiday, they should not come empty-handed either!
We will help you choose original and traditional ideas for choosing a gift for your significant other or a young couple for their first wedding anniversary.
Lasting Gifts - List of Ideas
You always want to give your loved ones something that is kept in memory and evokes pleasant associations. A wedding anniversary is a great occasion for such a gift. In order for the gift to preserve memories, it is desirable that it be signed or engraved. These can be various things, either purchased or made with your own hands. List of memorable gifts:
- casket;
- personalized paired devices;
- photo collage with the best family photos;
- identical jewelry (pendants, bracelets, watches);
- photo album;
- congratulatory video;
- souvenir products.
Sometimes what is important for memory is not the gift itself, but the words of congratulations with which it was presented. Therefore, the gift can be supplemented with a poem of your own composition.
Photo lamp
The meaning of the first date together
The first wedding anniversary is popularly called “calico.” This not so romantic meaning is due to the fact that many couples by the end of the first year of seed life have already acquired or are about to acquire offspring, and chintz will be useful to them “for diapers.”
Another version of the origin of this interpretation is related to the fact that chintz is a fragile material, it is easy to break, just like relationships that have not yet gained strength. In addition, chintz is something ordinary, everyday, like everyday life, into which the first festive months lived together gradually turn.
There is also a third, most frivolous version - it is the chintz that goes into fabric for bed linen that probably needs to be replaced by the end of the first married year, since it has been very actively used by loving newlyweds all year.
If you want to choose a gift, certainly based on holiday symbols, then you have several options:
- traditionally following the “chintz” trend is not very romantic, but practical and certainly “in tune”;
- choose a gift that symbolizes the strength and construction of relationships that become stronger day after day;
- gift the newlyweds or your significant other with something individual that will allow them to get closer and remind them of passion and mutual attention;
- forget about stereotypes and give a simply useful or pleasant gift!
Original gifts
Surprise your husband on his 1 year wedding anniversary. Give him something unusual and original. A gift could be organizing a gala dinner. And it’s up to you to decide whether it will be a romantic dinner for two or a noisy feast with a bunch of guests. The husband will feel love and care for himself if his beloved woman prepares all the dishes or bakes the cake herself.
Romance may be banal for some, but dinner in a romantic setting, taking a fragrant bath by candlelight together and continuing in the bedroom - how can this go out of fashion? If you have favorite music that you both enjoy, play it as background music for a romantic dinner. Watch along with your favorite wedding video and photos. The main thing is that on this wonderful and memorable day for you, you feel warm and comfortable with each other.
If possible and the weather permits, have a romantic date on the roof with wine and fruit. Do everything so that it is a pleasant surprise for your husband, and until the last minute he would have no idea about anything. Keep him in suspense all day long by sending playful wishes and poems to his phone, put short declarations of love on the table or in his pocket in the morning. Give an official invitation to a date in person or send it by mail.
You can plan a honeymoon trip in advance to the same places you have already been, or go to new ones that you have long dreamed of visiting. This option is suitable if you are not short of money or have been saving for a trip for a year.
If your spouse likes to spend their holidays actively and is not against new experiences, then when you go on a tour to the sea coast, plan not just relaxing on sun loungers and swimming in the sea, but diving with special equipment, driving jeeps, and hiking in the mountains. Offer to go mountain climbing, visit caves, or kayak down a fast mountain river.
Serve your loved one's breakfast table or pillow with coffee and a fragrant croissant in the morning.
If there are no animals in your family, but your spouse has long wanted to have one, give him a kitten or puppy to please him like a child.
In addition to all of the above, you can present a set of spices, a certificate for a star in the sky, half of a heart pendant (and wear the second one yourself), a heart-shaped sofa pillow with a declaration of love or a photo of you together, a 3D lamp.
Gifts for a young family
The calico anniversary is not always celebrated grandly, but sometimes couples do not want to leave this day unattended by inviting guests. Of course, you need to think about a good gift that will make the newlyweds happy. And we will help you with ideas: surely, among the mass of options, you will come across “exactly that!”
Calico gifts
As part of the traditional approach, you can purchase gifts for a married couple that are related to the material declared as a symbol of the anniversary:
- a beautiful set of bed linen;
- tablecloth and napkins to match;
- fluffy towels (always useful at home!);
- terry sheet of interesting colors;
- curtains, blankets or other home textiles;
- a fabric or embroidered picture (doubly valuable if created by the donor himself, but among ready-made ones there is an excellent choice that can decorate any home);
- a painting on canvas (not quite chintz, but also fabric), and if it depicts a family portrait, for example, from a wedding photo, then the first family heirloom is ready, which the couple in love will undoubtedly like.
“Paired” chintz
Such gifts can be given to newlyweds, giving both husband and wife at the same time: this will further emphasize their unity and hint at strengthening joint feelings. Such gifts can be both useful and funny:
- paired T-shirts or T-shirts with funny photographs, drawings or inscriptions (you can make them to order, then your gift will also be exclusive!);
- paired aprons for husband and wife (nothing brings people closer together than spending time together in the kitchen!), of course, also take care of originality;
- a pair of bathrobes or bathrobes (not necessarily the same color, it is quite possible to maintain a common style or embroider memorable inscriptions or at least the names of the recipients on the pockets);
- two cozy pajamas (of course, women's and men's), which will be so pleasant to put on and, more importantly, to take off each other in a fit of passion;
- if you are planning a very modest gathering, it is quite possible to give chintz scarves (it will be better if you decorate them with embroidery or original appliqué).
Other family gifts
Gifts “for two” are always in trend, because they are presented specifically to the family as a whole. Today, a responsible donor has a wide range of opportunities to please a young family by giving, for example:
- wedding calendar - you can order it from a printing company, using good photos for sketches, if you can get them (you can use exclusively wedding ones or expand the assortment with reminders from joint events);
- paired gifts “for lovers” - a couple will be pleased to remember those carefree days by intertwining their hands under a cozy blanket “for two” (with holes for heads), wearing paired mittens designed for holding hands inside them, or opening them above themselves “paired” umbrella;
- cups from sets “for two”;
- decoration divided into two symbolic halves;
- a board game for family pastime (today you can order copies with any names or inscriptions on the boxes);
- multi-photo frame for family photos, of which there are probably a lot already accumulated;
- a useful gift is household appliances, if the family has not yet purchased them, for example, a meat grinder, coffee maker, blender, high-quality iron, etc.;
- always “with a bang” - gifts-impressions, for example, to a spa or swimming pool, to an interesting master class, horseback riding, photo shoot, even tickets to a concert, theater or cinema. Well, the height of generosity, for example, parental, can be a tourist trip.
Gifts from guests.
The name chintz wedding speaks for itself and the priority when donating is items made from any fabric, currently not necessarily chintz.
During the year of living together, the family did not have time to settle down completely and curtains, towels, bedspreads, kitchen aprons, oven mitts, bed linen, T-shirts, home clothes will come in handy - all this will be useful in the household.
Fabric items can be hand-embroidered, which is highly valued as an exclusive item. The newlyweds will love this gift.
In fact, do not buy a set of beautiful bed linen made from chintz, since it fades quickly, preferably silk, calico, satin, or the now fashionable linen with plant fibers made from bamboo.
Paired T -shirts with drawings or inscriptions for young spouses. They will be happy to wear them at every opportunity.
For this first anniversary, a gift to a young couple must contain one of the above, as a symbol of the holiday, reminding the young that the most difficult year is behind them.
If the symbolic gift turned out to be inexpensive, add some more valuable things for the new family. This could be any household appliances, furniture, tableware, certificates, vacation vouchers...
Don’t forget to prepare a congratulatory speech, maybe in poetic form and set it to music. Video greetings, albums, posters, collages, photographs in an original frame are suitable. Make the moment of congratulations a small performance!
What to give to your beloved husband
If a wife wants to please her significant other with some kind of “themed” gift on this significant day, she won’t have to rack her brains for long. We offer a wide range of possible surprises for the “husband with a year of experience”:
- If we talk about traditions, on this day the wife presented her husband with a shirt that she had once sewn with her own hands; now, of course, you need to buy a model you like that will suit your husband;
- personalized gadget (depending on what exactly your man is committed to); today you can choose from a variety of options, ranging from a flash drive with his name in various designs, a personalized external battery for a computer or charger, to a custom-made case for his smartphone;
- a comic “award”: a medal, a statuette, a diploma with an inscription, the meaning of which will be clear to you two like no one else;
- a useful technical souvenir (men love all kinds of devices), for example, a thermometer, pedometer, barometer, compass, etc. original design;
- a gift that will remind your loved one of you while he is in the office: a beautiful fountain pen with his name (so that no one accidentally takes it!), a notebook or diary with embossing on the cover, a pencil with an interesting engraving, an individually made folder organizer, an original press -papier;
- a lovingly chosen lunch box in which loving hands have placed the lunch “snack” will always remind you of your care;
- if your man is a dandy, then please him with beautiful cufflinks or a tie pin;
- An interesting gift could be a bottle of champagne or beer with a personalized label made especially for your loved one;
- It’s always nice to receive a keychain, personalized watch, wallet or other men’s accessory as a gift.
Inexpensive creative gift for husband for wedding anniversary
If you are on a budget, you can consider budget options. After all, for your spouse, material support is not so important as your desire to please him. Therefore, symbolic gifts and/or something made with your own hands may be the most appropriate. Ideas:
- • Postcard made using scrapbooking technique.
- • A written poem.
- • Handmade embroidery of initials or a short wish in satin stitch on a towel, hem of a shirt, bed linen, bathrobe.
- • A cooked and elegantly decorated dinner or breakfast brought to bed.
- • Good news. You didn't know when and how best to talk about your long-awaited pregnancy? Please him on this day. An alternative is to show a gender-specific ultrasound.
- • Poster with wishes. When decorating it, you can use joint photographs, as well as sweets and fruits.
- • Any souvenir photo products.
- • Cake or cupcakes, gingerbread. You can order them from a pastry chef or prepare them yourself.
All the options presented above are inexpensive. But their preparation will require time and effort. It shows care and sincere feelings, so your spouse will like it.
How to please your beloved wife on this day
First of all, pay attention! Many women, as experience and numerous questions show, are even inclined to be offended by an overly practical and utilitarian gift from a loved one, but for the attention shown to her feminine essence they are ready to forgive many past and future insults! Give your wife:
- something new: a woman is partial to new and beautiful clothes! Traditions spoke of a cut for a sundress presented by the spouse, but modernity dictates different norms . In such situations, “surprise” may well give way to appropriateness: even if you go to choose clothes together, your wife will be happy, and you will be spared the problem of choice and possible failure with the size;
- beautiful lingerie: this is in your interests, let her have something to seduce you with;
- jewelry: a win-win option any day; it could be a ring, a bracelet, new earrings or a set (and if you get a personalized engraving, your spouse will be smitten!);
- if your wife already has a lot of jewelry, give her an original organizer for her jewelry;
- if the budget is more limited, sweets can be an excellent choice, just present it in an original way. Today you can order a personalized chocolate wrapper with a portrait of your loved one, a box of individually designed chocolates, a package of tea with an original picture or inscription, or even a caramel with a precious name;
- beautiful lamp with name engraving;
- New “clothes” for her smartphone, tablet or e-reader will also be relevant;
- flowers: if not a bouquet, then a blooming flower in a flowerpot;
- poems of your own composition or written to order (you can also arrange such a gift in an original way).
Some of the personalized gifts listed above can be purchased using the links below.
MEN, REMEMBER! A woman will appreciate not so much the amount of money invested in a gift as the personal attention given to her. Spend just a little time on the selection and process of presenting a gift, and believe me, it will pay off handsomely.
And never, never, and especially on the first family anniversary, give your better half a few bills with the words: “Buy yourself something.” And forgetting to give gifts to your beloved woman, especially on such a day, is a direct path to discord in the relationship. Let love and mutual understanding always reign in them, and gifts in such a matter, along with everything else, are also a good “glue” that unites close people.
Calico wedding gift for friends
A calico wedding is the first wedding anniversary. This is a very touching holiday, marking the first serious milestone of the young spouses. That’s why it’s so difficult to decide what to give to friends for a chintz wedding. You need to approach the choice of a present responsibly and try to ensure that it not only matches the theme of the holiday, but also turns out to be useful to the family.
How a chintz wedding was traditionally celebrated
If your friends are going to celebrate a chintz wedding, be sure to ask whether the celebration will be traditional or according to the author’s script. This will help you choose the right gift. Traditionally, the holiday included several important elements:
- Young people always give each other cotton handkerchiefs. At the same time, they can tie knots “as a keepsake,” stand with their backs to each other and say their wedding vows again. Handkerchiefs with knots must be stored in a secluded place.
- For the holiday, husband and wife wear cotton clothes. Traditionally, these were a shirt and a sundress, respectively, but today they can be replaced with any dress, shirt, etc.
- The room for the holiday is decorated with a garland of chintz patches, as well as napkins and textile toys.
DIY gifts
If your wife has a talent for needlework, you can give your husband a gift yourself. Such gifts testify to love and tender intimacy with your loved one. They are made with soul and good intentions.
Among the options for interesting gifts that you can make with your own hands are:
- A hand-embroidered shirt with symbols of love, fidelity, longevity and protection.
- Knitted warm gloves, scarf, socks or jumper for cold winter evenings.
- A beautiful panel depicting a married couple.
- A chintz couple toy symbolizing the tender relationship between lovers.
- A chintz sofa cushion with beautiful embroidery, ruffles or flounces.
- A chintz envelope in which you can place a hand-made card with wishes and thanks to your husband for a happy first year of marriage.
- A painting commissioned from the artist is a portrait of a married couple. The master can draw it based on one of the joint photographs of the spouses.
- A talisman that can serve a husband as a talisman or protection from troubles and troubles.
On the day of the holiday, as confirmation of a successful year, husband and wife exchange cotton scarves and gifts.
In most cases, 1 year after marriage is a kind of probationary period for spouses.
Wedding anniversary gifts can be traditional, original, emotional or memorable. The choice of a suitable gift for a spouse is based on the interests and preferences of the latter.
Comments (2)
Timofey
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Lesya
Thanks for the useful and interesting article! A family anniversary is a serious and solemn event, so choosing a gift for a married couple must be taken very seriously
What gifts are given for a chintz wedding?
Traditionally, chintz items are given as gifts on the first wedding anniversary. Most likely, this is due to the fact that previously couples tried to give birth to their first child as early as possible, and often already had a baby by the first anniversary. A child needs a lot of diapers and vests, so the guests brought them chintz. Modern couples approach family planning a little differently, but the tradition of a chintz wedding has been preserved among the people. Therefore, for modern chintz weddings such gifts as:
- Festive tablecloths made of chintz;
- Bed linen and bedspreads;
- Napkins and towels;
- Bathrobes;
- Warm blankets;
- Curtains and sofa cushions.
If a young family has recently moved into their own home and is just establishing life without their parents, such gifts will be very helpful. If you are not sure whether your gift will be useful to the recipients, it is better to ask in advance or give something universal, for example, money in a chintz bag.
If your friends have a long-established life, and they don’t need tablecloths, linen and napkins, you can present something symbolic. A family photo album with a cover decorated with bright chintz would be a good present. You can also choose a box covered with fabric or a beautiful pincushion.
Gifts for hobbies and work
If your man has a hobby, you can give him a more expensive gift based on his interests. Maybe it’s worth giving a DSLR camera, a spinning rod (for fishing enthusiasts), and a simulator? The best gift for a spouse on a chintz wedding will be something that he has long dreamed of, but did not dare to buy, so as not to spend money from the family budget on all sorts of “nonsense”:
- give board games (hockey, billiards or football);
- if your family is avid travelers, give your loved one a globe or map, and together color in the countries and cities you want to visit;
- if your husband likes to play computer games, give him a game console;
- a good gift is an e-book, especially for lovers of reading, plus a cup with a humorous declaration of love;
- if your husband spends a lot of time at the computer, you cannot do without fashionable gadgets (tablet, laptop) or accessories (flash drive, fan or cup warmer, powered by USB);
- if your husband loves gambling, give him a beautifully designed poker set;
- It would be appropriate for a hunter to give a hiking kit, a navigator, a tent, a sleeping bag;
- a fishing enthusiast will sincerely be happy with a cool spinning rod, a set of spinners and floats;
- if your husband loves to play sports, but sometimes he doesn’t have enough time, give him an exercise bike, a punching bag or bicycles (for you and him for going out together);
- Present a construction tool to a handyman.
Original gifts for a chintz wedding
In modern souvenir shops you can find many interesting things that are suitable as a gift for a chintz wedding. But, if you want to choose something truly original, you will have to work hard and spend a little time. If you know how to sew, you can make textile dolls from chintz for friends, for example, the popular tildes, and a couple with a good sense of humor can be presented with Voodoo dolls that resemble them.
Today it is possible to order printing on any surface. Make original T-shirts for your friends with interesting inscriptions, or, for example, with their wedding photo. You can also apply unique images to pillows or pajamas for the heroes of the occasion. If possible, you can order a large family portrait of friends from the artist.
Needlewomen can embroider a tablecloth, napkins or a picture for friends with their own hands. You can also make a picture or a whole blanket using the patchwork technique. Such a gift will definitely be unique and may well become a family heirloom.
An excellent option for an original gift is a chintz party with a creative twist. All participants in the holiday must be given identical pieces of white chintz or T-shirts and textile paints. As the party progresses, real artistic masterpieces will be created that the heroes of the occasion will be able to use or keep as souvenirs.
List of bad gifts
Sometimes anniversary guests fail to guess the wishes of the newlyweds and choose the right gift. Well-mannered people will not say this to their face, but an unpleasant aftertaste will still remain. Knowing that the couple is superstitious, you should not give them sets of knives or cutlery. It is believed that these objects bring quarrels and disagreements to the family. It would be inappropriate to give a watch, as it is a symbol of separation.
If there are no children in the family yet and it is not known whether new additions are planned in the near future, you cannot give gifts directly related to the birth of a child on the 1st anniversary. This may upset the newlyweds or cause unpleasant feelings. From the outside it may seem that the guest is imposing his opinion or rushing the young family.
Relatives and friends of a married couple sometimes prefer monetary gifts, unable to choose just one thing. In many cases this will be appropriate, but sometimes such a gift may be misunderstood. Situations when you should not give money for a wedding anniversary:
- the guest is much younger than the spouses;
- one of the newlyweds is the guest's boss;
- The wealth of a married couple is much higher than that of a guest.
In such situations, it is better to choose something original and non-standard as a gift.
A gift for 1 year from the date of marriage may not bring positive emotions if:
- chosen without taking into account the preferences of the recipients;
- not of good quality;
- duplicates what is already available in the house;
- the item has already been used;
- has an outdated shelf life;
- The item is untidyly packaged.
All these nuances should be taken into account so as not to spoil the festive mood of the newlyweds.
What to give a couple if they are expecting a baby
If your friends are expecting a baby, you can give them something necessary for the child. It can be any vest, suit, blanket, pillow, etc. d. Modern parents rarely use diapers, so it is better not to give them as gifts. A good gift is a sling scarf or a sling with rings.
If future parents are superstitious and do not buy clothes and other things for the child in advance, you can buy something to decorate the children's room, for example, curtains or bedspreads.
If the baby has already been born, you can give him any suitable gifts without fear. This could be clothes, toys or useful little things like special sippy cups. It is better not to buy skin care products if you do not know which brand of cosmetics your parents prefer.
Useful gifts for a chintz wedding
If you want to give your friends something they really need, then fitting into the chintz theme will not be easy. It is difficult to come up with something useful in everyday life and at the same time made of fabric, unless it is bed linen, etc. Therefore, you can choose any gift, but pack it according to the theme of the holiday. For example, small items can be packed in a bright chintz bag, sewn by yourself. Volumetric boxes will look good if they are tied with chintz ribbon.
If you often visit friends, then you probably know what they need. Feel free to choose any useful gift and complement it with a chintz scarf or a postcard with textile details.
If you are not sure what exactly a young family needs, you can give them a gift certificate. This is truly the best solution for those who do not want to make a mistake in choosing a gift. It can be presented by packing it in a cotton bag or attaching it to the hands of a textile doll.
Calico or paper?
In many countries, the first anniversary of marriage is called not a calico anniversary, but a paper one. This greatly expands the scope for choosing a gift. A good present for such a holiday is a cookbook. You can also choose a publication by the spouses’ favorite author if their tastes coincide. And for a family expecting a baby, something about the health and upbringing of children would be suitable.
Board games are another option for a first wedding anniversary gift. Now the spouses will never be bored, even if there is nothing to do.
A good gift for a paper wedding is a ticket to an interesting event. Music lovers will enjoy going to a concert; some prefer theatre, others prefer cinema. You are probably aware of the interests of your friends, so you can choose a cultural event that will definitely lift their spirits
A couple who loves active recreation and extreme entertainment can be presented with certificates for horseback riding, paragliding or an off-road driving master class. They will definitely be grateful and remember your gift for a long time. And lovers of a more relaxing holiday will appreciate a certificate for a visit to the spa or couples massage.
In any case, when choosing a cotton or paper gift, try to please your friends and wish that you have to choose at least 49 more anniversary gifts before your golden wedding.
What do spouses traditionally give each other on their first anniversary?
The spouses themselves traditionally give gifts to each other on their first anniversary of marriage. The range of gift choices is endless, because loved ones know best what can be given to a loved one. The main thing is to evoke pleasant emotions and leave memories of this day.
What to give your wife for her first wedding anniversary - list of ideas
A gift for your wife on her first wedding anniversary does not have to be precious; sometimes simple ideas give more positive emotions. Since many women love fresh flowers, a floral arrangement or a beautiful home flower would be a good addition to the main gift. An attentive husband knows what to give his wife for her wedding anniversary. If you have difficulty choosing, a list of win-win gift options will help:
- Jewelry;
- certificate for cosmetic services;
- SPA treatments;
- items of clothing;
- beautiful linen;
- jewelry box;
- kitchen appliances;
- souvenir.
If the husband does not know what to give his wife for their wedding anniversary, in many cases a romantic evening together in some new cozy establishment will be a good gift. This could be traveling together or going to an event that is interesting to both. To know what to give your wife for 1 year of marriage, it is enough to be aware of her hobbies and interests.
Ideas for husband for 1st wedding anniversary
A gift to a man from his wife should be practical rather than beautiful or precious. What matters is what response the gift will generate, not its cost. A wife can give her husband for their first joint anniversary:
- a stylish wardrobe item or accessory;
- technical accessories;
- men's gift set;
- massage session;
- certificate for extreme entertainment.
Various master classes are becoming very popular as gifts. It would be appropriate to give something made with your own hands.
We follow traditions
Now such gifts are regarded as symbolic. It is not customary for expectant mothers to sew or buy clothes and diapers in advance. But if you want to follow traditions, choose things that will emphasize the significance of the first family holiday:
- bedding set;
- blankets and pillows;
- decorative pillowcases, blankets;
- covers and bedspreads for furniture;
- curtains;
- tablecloths, potholders, aprons;
- a set of napkins for table setting;
- terry towels;
- bathrobes.
Chintz speaks of modesty and unpretentiousness, so gifts for a chintz wedding do not have to be expensive. When making a choice, take into account the tastes and desires of the young:
- when visiting the newlyweds, think in advance about how your gift will fit into the decor of the house, if you want to give any interior items;
- When choosing robes or T-shirts, find out whether the clothes you have your eye on are suitable in size, style, and color.
Practical gifts
A young family is organizing their life. Buying everything for your home at once to create complete comfort and coziness is only possible with the help of a magic wand. If you become such a lifesaver for children, your newlyweds will be very grateful. Find out what is missing in the house. A simple little thing in everyday life for your children may be the most necessary at the moment:
- set of pans;
- cutlery;
- lockers, drawers for storing things;
- tables, chairs, stools;
- ironing board;
- shelves and stands;
- electric dryer, electric heater;
- a chandelier or a pair of night lights.
Household appliances are the best gift for newlyweds. You will not only save the budget of young owners, but also save them from the problems of finding and choosing the right thing.
Ideal options:
- fridge;
- TV;
- plate;
- washing machine;
- Dishwasher;
- computer;
- vacuum cleaner.
If global purchases for the home have already been made, donate appliances that are not essential. It will give comfort and free time that spouses can devote to each other:
- microwave;
- multicooker;
- bread machine;
- food processor;
- multifunctional blender;
- stationary steamer for clothes.
It is not necessary to give one gift for the whole family. If you know what your daughter or daughter-in-law needs, what your son or son-in-law dreams of, make a gift for everyone. Call your matchmakers for help. Make a joint gift that will be doubly pleasant for the newly-made spouses:
- For your husband, a jack of all trades, you can give him a set of tools and wrenches, an electric drill, a jigsaw, a hammer drill, a screwdriver;
- to your wife, a needlewoman and craftswoman, give her a sewing machine or overlocker;
- For those who love to bake, pastry tools, molds, professional mixers, and a turntable for decorating cakes will be useful.
For the soul
If the house of the young couple is full, you can make original memorable gifts. Handmade products are especially good for this occasion:
- photo frames and photo albums;
- original candlesticks;
- paintings;
- portraits of newlyweds;
- embroidered wall panels;
- souvenir toys made from chintz: decorative pillows, hearts, lovebird dolls in the form of a cat, birds, a pair of horses;
- boxes for storing valuables;
- towels and T-shirts with the names and photographs of the loving couple.
Give your children modern gadgets. Anyone will be happy with a new phone, e-reader, tablet. The camera deserves special attention. The first photographs he took at the chintz wedding will be included in the collection of family heirlooms.
An excellent gift is indoor flowers. They will not only decorate the interior, creating an atmosphere of home warmth, but will also bring benefits.
Violet, geranium, myrtle tree, ficus, sansevieria are symbols of family happiness. These plants actively absorb harmful substances and saturate the room with oxygen.
When purchasing a plant, find out if the spouses are allergic to such flowers.
We give a holiday
It is not customary to celebrate a chintz wedding in a grand manner. Only relatives and close friends of the newlyweds are invited to the celebration. But this will not stop you from preparing a pleasant surprise for your spouses.
- Book a table at the restaurant where the newlyweds dreamed of visiting. Order your favorite dishes, live music, and give the couple the opportunity to enjoy a romantic dinner together.
- If your children want to celebrate their first anniversary brightly, invite original actors. The bartender show will present an explosion of impressions and emotions to the heroes of the occasion and guests. The sand show will give you a romantic mood, recreating the touching love story of a young couple. Very young newlyweds and their guests will love the bubble show or dance extravaganza.
- Make a couple's wildest dream come true. Give them a ride in a hot air balloon, paraglider, parachute or wind tunnel. This cannot be forgotten. Two loving hearts, transfixed with delight, will retain the impressions of such a gift for many years, and their feelings will become stronger.
- A trip for two is a great gift. Take the kids on an exciting trip or cruise. Every day spent together will be a holiday for them.
Gifts from family and friends
Relatives and friends of the couple who were invited to the wedding are also invited to the first anniversary. Gifts most often do not differ from those given to newlyweds at a wedding, since in most cases these are practical and necessary things.
Gifts from friends - TOP 10 good options
Friends are people who know a married couple well, so they don’t have to choose for a long time. It wouldn’t hurt to ask the spouses themselves for advice on what they would like to receive. If ideas don’t come to mind, you can notice what you think is missing in their home environment. 10 successful variations of a gift from friends:
- bedding and bath accessories;
- kitchen set;
- electrical engineering;
- a painting of a couple;
- pieces of furniture;
- home clothing sets;
- paired accessories;
- decorative elements;
- souvenirs;
- watch.
When thinking about gift ideas, you should take into account the age of the couple, their hobbies and living conditions.
What to give as a gift from parents - 10 ideas
The parents of a young couple are always concerned that their children have everything they need. Therefore, the choice of gifts often comes down to practical and useful things. In the hardware store you can choose any gift, depending on the preferences of the newlyweds:
- household appliances (vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, hair dryer);
- digital equipment (TV, camera, laptop);
- kitchen accessories (oven, coffee maker, blender, multicooker);
- climate control devices (heater, fan, air purifier).
If the couple already has all of the listed items, you can choose an intangible gift:
- romantic excursion for two;
- joint SPA session in Turkish;
- dinner in a chic restaurant;
- horseback riding;
- master class on pottery;
- family photo session.
Gifts for one year from parents can be anything, the main thing is that the heroes of the occasion like them. Giving children your love and attention is always more important than precious gifts.