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15 First Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas

By Francesca Di Meglio, About.com

Paper is the traditional gift for the first wedding anniversary. It can be hard to come up with ideas for gifts that prominently feature paper but are still romantic. But it’s not impossible. Here some paper gifts that will make your spouse swoon on your first wedding anniversary:

11. Gift Certificates

A movie rental subscription or a gift certificate to a favorite store or spa gives your spouse the chance to pick whatever his or her heart desires. It can also become a great excuse to have movie night, go shopping together, or get a couple’s massage.

12. Stationery

Personalized stationery is a great gift for a spouse who does a lot of old-fashioned writing and keeps up with etiquette by sending out thank you notes to friends and family.

13. Coupons

Although handmade coupon books for things such as hugs and kisses, massages, or chores around the house sometimes seem corny, they are a practical and often well received gift. If you’re willing to put in a coupon for washing the dishes for a week, I’m sure your spouse who usually does the dishes won’t complain!

14. Paper Containers filled with Sweetness

Paper cones or Chinese food boxes are easy to find in stores and can be used to hold just about anything. My choice for filling would be delectable chocolates or your spouse’s favorite candy.

15. Paper Fans

In New York’s Chinatown, you can find beautifully decorated paper fans and paper parasols for affordable prices. Theses items are pretty and can be used decoratively in your house or apartment or whenever you’re having a celebration.

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