2019 marks Heart of the Home's 25th anniversary! (The big day is April 1st. Yes, really!) Visitors often tell us that we're a favorite place to find a really beautiful, unusual wedding gift, but we also have lots of ideas for anniversary gifts, too! We'll have traditional and modern ideas for twenty five years of anniversaries on our blog throughout 2019.
First Anniversary
Traditional Theme: Paper / Modern Theme: Clocks
Traditional Theme: Paper / Modern Theme: Clocks
Paper seems like a simple thing, but we find the infinite potential in a brand new journal a thing of beauty. Imagine - a handmade journal, perhaps with a personal inscription on the first page? Or a photo of you and your beloved, tucked between the pages? How romantic! Personalize it a bit more by choosing one that speaks to your beloved's roots. We're mad for the gorgeous leather-bound journals by Tactile Craftworks, adorned with vintage cartography of Philadelphia, New York, Paris, and more.
And of course, no Paper anniversary would be complete without the perfect card. A sweet sentiment, or a bit racy? That's up to you, but either way: Tiramisu Paperie has you covered!
And of course, no Paper anniversary would be complete without the perfect card. A sweet sentiment, or a bit racy? That's up to you, but either way: Tiramisu Paperie has you covered!
Clocks are the modern theme for this anniversary. How perfect a way to feather your nest and commemorate the time you've shared together, and will continue to share! From classic to contemporary, organic wood to stylish metal, a clock can be a beautiful gift. We like the traditional Appalachian influence of Sabbath-Day Wood's wooden and copper-face clocks, and the intriguing industrial aesthetic of Pendulux.
Second Anniversary
Traditional: Cotton / Modern: China
Traditional: Cotton / Modern: China
"Socks?" we can hear you say. "Socks? For an anniversary gift?" For the Cotton anniversary, you bet! Solmate socks are not just any socks. They come in a kaleidoscope of perfectly mismatched colors. How about comfy-cozy socks, and a romantic evening by the fire? And yes, these are beloved by ladies and gentleman alike!
We love opportunities to think outside the box. The modern second anniversary theme is "China", which sounds limiting at first blush, calling to mind connotations like "fragile" and "only for special occasions only". But it doesn't have to be.
Consider: china - or, more correctly, porcelain - that can be worn. Boston studio Porcelain & Stone elevates this material to exquisite ornamentation. Hand-crafted from colored porcelain clay, their earrings and necklaces defy expectations about where this material belongs. Each piece in their marbled collection is unique, with whorls and swirls unlike any other. Exactly as unique as your love.
We can't go long without talking about pottery here at Heart of the Home. It's one of our passions, and has been a part of our store since our very earliest anniversaries. Our founder's motto has always been: "no useless pots!", and that unfussy, thoroughly practical philosophy brings the china anniversary into everyday functionality. A beautifully made, dishwasher-safe mug can be enjoyed over and over again. Or ditch the generic glass florist's vase and present an anniversary bouquet in a gorgeous ceramic vase that can hold cheery blooms for anniversaries to come. For coffee or carnations, Bill Campbell's creations have you covered.
Consider: china - or, more correctly, porcelain - that can be worn. Boston studio Porcelain & Stone elevates this material to exquisite ornamentation. Hand-crafted from colored porcelain clay, their earrings and necklaces defy expectations about where this material belongs. Each piece in their marbled collection is unique, with whorls and swirls unlike any other. Exactly as unique as your love.
We can't go long without talking about pottery here at Heart of the Home. It's one of our passions, and has been a part of our store since our very earliest anniversaries. Our founder's motto has always been: "no useless pots!", and that unfussy, thoroughly practical philosophy brings the china anniversary into everyday functionality. A beautifully made, dishwasher-safe mug can be enjoyed over and over again. Or ditch the generic glass florist's vase and present an anniversary bouquet in a gorgeous ceramic vase that can hold cheery blooms for anniversaries to come. For coffee or carnations, Bill Campbell's creations have you covered.
Stay tuned for more anniversary gift ideas!
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