The Best 1st Wedding-Anniversary Gifts

Artifact Uprising photo albums are gorgeousandarchival, making them a fabulous gift for memorializing the couple’s special day (and othermomentous occasions).

Commemorate your anniversary with a bouquet of paperflowersthat will never wilt or need watering.

For some people there’s nothing more romantic than curling up together for a weekend of alone time andpuzzle solving. This puzzle, based on a New Yorker cover by Sempé, is both challenging and cozy.

An expertly crafted paper-mache replica of a 1977 signed Yankees baseball made by artist Bernie Kaminski.

Thisprintfeatures line drawings of restaurants and other storefronts in New York City’s Chinatown, making it a perfect addition to the shared abode of two foodies. According to its artist, Felicia Liang, the piece is “an illustrated artifact of a vibrant immigrant community.”

A“slightly deranged” adult coloring bookfilled withReal Housewives of New Yorkmoments to fill in together.

A very handsome copy ofJoy of Cookingto work their way through.

According to chef Cassidee Dabney, these parchment paper half-sheets are one of the mostingenious cooking tools you can have in a kitchen. “I use them to line pans for easy clean up,” she told us, adding, “they make a great piping bag, and you can go old school and use them to wrap food instead of using plastic.”

A pack of 50 pre-rolled cones (that also come in mango, strawberry, cherry, watermelon, grape, and lemon flavors).

Use these French incense papers to freshen dresser drawers or closets (and the clothes within), or just burn ’em the old-fashioned way.

This affordable subscription willhelp fill a gallery wallin no time: Each month, Brooklyn’sSummertime Gallery(a nonprofit space for artists with and without intellectual disabilities), will send an artist-made postcard featuring the work of a different creator.

Thisposterby graphic designer Milton Glaser (one of the co-founders ofNew YorkMagazine) was originally created for an exhibition at the School of Visual Arts in 1967. The larger three-feet-by-two-feet size is big without beingtoobig, but it comes in less expensive smaller sizes too, if you’re short on wall space.

These confetti cannons contain paper embedded with wildflower seeds. You can fire one in the backyard to celebrate your first full year together and then, by the time your second anniversary comes around, you should have a garden full of black-eyed susans, cockscomb, and sesame flowers.

According tocrosswordexpertAdrienne Raphel(the author ofThinking Inside the Box: Adventures With Crosswords and the Puzzling People Who Can’t Live Without Them), this collection of 200 Sunday crosswords from the New YorkTimescontains“the juiciest puzzles.”

Fashion stylist and designerLori Goldsteinsays one of Smythson’s tiny, leather-coverednotebooksis “perfect for a nightstand, where it is poised to take in late-night thoughts.” The notebook, we should add, would be effective for taking in thoughts from just about anywhere, thanks to its compact size.

Laura Fenton, the author ofThe Little Book of Living Small,says“this genius sculptural stool” that’s made out of paper and reminds her of a Noguchi lamp will add a design-y touch to any room without taking up too much space (or breaking a budget). It has a felt seat and “collapses down to flat and weighs next to nothing,” making it easy to store when not in use.

Speaking of paperlamps, this one comes recommended byJenny Kaplan, owner of design firmAn Aesthetic Pursuitand co-owner ofPieces Home. It also has a Noguchi vibe and makes a worthy dupe ifan originalis out of your price range.

If you want to invest in the real deal,Strategist editor Simone Kitchenssuggests this spindly legged option that she calls a step up from “starter Noguchi.”

Former Strategist senior editor Anthony Rotunno likenedCaspari napkinsto “tiny works of art.” (The brand collaborates with museums and cultural institutions on its designs.) These Matisse floral napkins would be perfect for any summer party.

These reusable, superabsorbentSwedish dishclothsare made from cotton and cellulose (a.k.a. wood pulp), the main ingredient in paper, but lookfarnicer than any paper towel.

The teachings of psychologist and meditation teacher Tara Brach arerecommended by therapistsfor exploring mindfulness practice.

According to Strategist senior writerLiza Corsillo, this Bob Ross–themed bingo game is a twist on the classic that’s fun for all ages. Instead of playing cards filled with numbers, “each square says something like ‘happy little trees,’ ‘big ol’ brush,’ or ‘find freedom on this canvas’ — things Bob himself said multiple times per episode on his show,” she explains.

Embrace the mystical with thisexpert-recommendedbook by astrologerJessica Lanyadoo, the host ofGhost of a Podcast. It’s a practical, inclusive guide to relationships of all types, from romantic to professional to familial.

If you live in a rental or are just not ready for a long-term décor commitment,removable wallpapercan transform a space … for the time being. Home decoratorCarrie Carrollorecommends trying this bold Scalamandré print that you might recognize fromThe Royal Tenenbaums.

Introduce them to a new paper-centric hobby — origami — with this kit that wasrecommendedto us by origami artist Talo Kawasaki. Not only does it come with “very clear diagrams and a DVD tutorial for extra help,” but paper is included as well.

Because of its material — you’d never know on sight that it’s papier-mâché — this sweet bowl that we’ve suggested as a greatValentine’s Day giftwould also make for an excellent first-anniversary gift. It’s an especially perfect perch for rings and other small valuables. While the piece is one of a kind, theEtsy sellerwho created it can make custom orders, which always adds a level of thoughtfulness to any gift.

Letter-writing might be a lost art in our age of texts and DMs, but if you want to keep up the tradition, buy a set of thisaffordable personalized stationery. Margaret Shepherd, a calligrapher, says knowing you didn’t spend a fortune on your stationery will make you more likely to use it.

Or, if you have the money to spend, you can go withnote cardsfrom Mrs. John L. Strong, longtime supplier of stationery to high-society types like Jackie Kennedy and Anna Wintour. According to Jon Call, the founder of the design firmMCD, “There is something nostalgic yet timeless about this little luxury.” Choose your favorite of the five different designs and an envelope color to make each set your own.

When wetestedthis pocket-size notepad, we were impressed that the pages could get wet without looking waterlogged or smearing the ink. It would be a smart choice for any couple that likes to travel to far-flung locales.

Those who want to optimize every aspect of their bathroom will love thistoilet paper’scheeky packaging.

Aimed at buddingoenophiles, this nonintimidatingbookbreaks down the world of wine in a way that feels friendly and accessible.

Book loverscan hang these vintage-book-cover postcards on the wall as decoration, use them as bookmarks, or mail them to other bibliophile friends.

Strategist editor Maxine Builder wrote about the joy oftrompe l’oeil notepads and sticky notes, and we’re smitten with this very realistic-looking stick-of-butter pad.

Newlyweds who are alsonew parentswill appreciate thisboard bookthat child-development experts say encourages language-enhancing interaction between babies and their caregivers.

Traditional etiquette dictates that you can send a wedding thank-you card up to a year after the big day, so if they’ve been vocal about slacking on the task, a box of punchy Marimekko note cards might provide some motivation.