Unique Anniversary Gift Ideas
You’ve almost shared one orbit around the sun as a
couple and you have no idea what makes for a good anniversary gift. No problem.
We’ve got some unique, first-anniversary gifts that are sure to be very
well-received!
What is the traditional first anniversary gift? Paper! Sounds lame, but it definitely doesn’t
have to be! Read on for a great selection of gift ideas that are in line with
the traditional paper theme, including a custom star map, personal timeline and
custom comic book.
UNIQUE PAPER ANNIVERSARY GIFTS
CUSTOM STAR MAPS
Create a star map that shows the stars exactly as they were on a specific
date. Opt for your wedding date, the day you met or any other day you desire
that has special meaning to you and your partner.
LuxeArtPrints on Etsy offers a digital download of a custom star map. A 16”x 20” is $20; you're on the hook for your own
frame.
CUSTOM SOLAR SYSTEM MAP
Celebrate your anniversary with a customized and framed solar system art
print that depicts how the solar system appeared on any day you choose.
Space and Time Coordinates offers a framed 12” x
18” product for $80 and a lower-cost digital download option.
GetYourNerdOn (best Etsy shop name ever) has a simple custom star map that’s $35 for an 11” x 14” unframed print.
CUSTOM STREET MAP PRINT
Commemorate any special place on earth that you choose. The location of
your first date, where you got engaged, your favorite spot to vacation or your
current address.
Mapify.com allows you to customize a map poster for any
location with the option to add a heart icon and “romantic” font.
This Mountain Shaped Map from WorldVibeStudio features
multiple locations printed together. Other shapes available!
CUSTOM SONG PRINT
There are many creative ways to showcase any tune from your wedding
ceremony, first dance or “your” song.
YinxYangPrints offers a unique vinyl record art print featuring your song’s lyrics for only $12 for a
digital download.
Print a song sheet for your wall like this one from Nellyscustomart. An 11” x
14” canvas is $91.
CUSTOM TIMELINE PRINT
Tell your story in a custom timeline print that features icons and dates
that represent milestones in your journey together.
$20 will get you an unframed 8" x 10" of this custom timeline print from LolaandElvis.
This colorful love
timeline is available from PuffPaperCo as
a custom digital download or print.
CUSTOM COMIC STRIP
This is definitely one of the most personalized and unique first
anniversary ideas. Your love story can be recreated in comic form with you and
your partner as the stars of your love story. BAM.
YourComicStory is an online company that will print you a custom,
four-page comic book for $500.
MakeMeAComic will create you a 10-panel, custom comic strip print or canvas that represents your love story.
ROMANTIC GAMES
They say the couple that plays together, stays together! Here are a couple
of gift-able games designed just for two to enjoy.
The Marital Bliss Card Game costs $15 and challenges couples to complete secret tasks with fun rewards.
The Couples Bucket List contains 100 different date night and activity
ideas for you and your partner.
UNIQUE ANNIVERSARY CARDS
It's not a great gift without a complementary card featuring the perfect
sentiment! Here are some of our top picks.
This IS the Star Wars anniversary card you are looking for from Poshandprep ($5 with envelope).
This Han and Leia card is available for $5 as a digital download
from EnjoyPrintable.
There you have it. Some unique first anniversary gift and card ideas for
you from small businesses, entrepreneurs and Etsy shops that could use your
business now more than ever. We hope you celebrate your first, big anniversary
milestone by shopping small.
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