Homemade golden wedding anniversary gifts: easy DIY ideas
Ideas for money gifts, greeting cards and last-minute 50th wedding anniversary gifts
A golden wedding anniversary is a very special occasion and represents 50 years full of shared memories and precious moments. What better way to celebrate this momentous occasion than with a personal and homemade golden wedding anniversary gift? With simple materials and a little time, you can create beautiful golden wedding anniversary gifts that the happy couple will remember for years to come. We'll show you step by step how to make a variety of gifts in no time at all: from creative money gifts to quick last-minute ideas and homemade greeting cards.
Golden wedding anniversary gifts: a classy DIY money tray with flower décor
If you want to give the happy couple money for their golden wedding anniversary, it doesn't have to be stowed away in a card. There are plenty of creative ways to style the banknotes to make your gift something truly memorable. This beautiful, tiered tray, embellished with money and dainty flowers, is a unique and elegant way to give the couple money for their golden wedding anniversary. Another advantage is that it will blend in wonderfully with the cheerful decorations and is a true eye-catcher.
DIY 50th wedding anniversary ideas: materials you will need for the money tray
A tray with two or three tiers
Small jars
Banknotes
Artificial flowers or fresh flowers (e.g. baby’s breath, roses and eucalyptus)
Decorative elements (e.g. a number 50, wooden hearts etc.)
Floral foam
Cling film
50th anniversary gifts: how to make a money tray
Place the tiered tray on a stable surface. Arrange the jars on each level to find out how many you need.
Place the banknotes in the jars so that they fit snugly against the inside of the jar. It can help to roll up the banknote a little beforehand.
Now cut your floral foam into cubes. These should be just large enough to fit into the jars.
Wrap the cubes in cling film to protect the banknotes from getting wet.
Place the floral foam cubes in the jars and insert the flowers.
Arrange everything on the tray. Now add the rest of the decorative elements. You can also fold a few more banknotes into hearts and attach them to the tray. Your creative money gift for the golden wedding anniversary is ready to put a smile on the happy couple's faces.
Golden wedding anniversary gifts: a DIY money frame
A picture frame with money in it is an original gift for a golden wedding anniversary. It will not only make your present memorable but it is also a great way to wish the happy couple good luck for their future together. The combination of copper coins, dainty flowers and thoughtful decorations will make your gift a true highlight that the couple will remember for a long time.
50th anniversary gifts: materials you will need for the money frame
A deep frame
Decorative craft paper
Banknotes (preferably four of the same kind)
Copper coins (e.g. 1 or 2 cent pieces)
Green ribbon and golden string
Small artificial or dried flowers
Adhesive strips / adhesive pads
Scissors, a pencil and a drafting compass
50th anniversary gifts: how to make a money frame
Cut the craft paper so that it fits into the picture frame. This will be your background.
Fold the banknotes into a clover:
Fold one of the banknotes down the centre by placing the left edge on the right edge.
Open the banknote again. Place the left and right edges on the centre crease and fold the banknote left and right again.
Now turn the banknote over so that the creased opening is lying on the table.
Now take the bottom left corner and fold it upwards so that it touches the centre line. Repeat this with the bottom right-hand corner.
Run your finger between the two layers of the banknote at the top, on the straight edge.
Fold the layer facing you to the straight folded centre edge of the triangle. This creates a small pocket.
Run your finger into the top and bottom corners and press on them from above to fold them flat. You should now have the first leaf of the clover. Repeat these steps for the other 3 banknotes.
Stick your money clover in the centre of the background. Use the adhesive strips for this.
Now arrange the coins in a horseshoe shape around the clover leaf. Once you are happy with the shape, use sticky pads or hot glue to attach the coins.
Use the ribbon to tie a bow around a small bunch of flowers and stick it to the horseshoe.
Place your homemade money origami in the picture frame and close it.
Now you can decorate the picture frame with the green ribbon and golden string. Now your decorative money frame is ready to be handed over.
You can find more ideas for beautiful, homemade money gifts in our article ‘Silver wedding gifts’. You can easily modify these ideas for a golden wedding anniversary.
Golden wedding anniversary gifts: a DIY gift basket for two
A gift basket is a particularly heartfelt, homemade gift for a golden wedding anniversary that is sure to put a smile on the happy couple’s faces. For example, you can plan a cosy evening for the couple and put cute gifts in the basket. Some great goodies for your gift basket could be a good bottle of wine, cosy accessories such as warm slippers and socks, a soft, warm blanket and a romantic film.
You can decorate the basket with dainty flowers, a matching ribbon and golden details. This makes the basket look great and it will also suit the golden wedding anniversary theme perfectly. To complete your golden wedding anniversary gift basket, add the gifts and other decorative details such as the number ‘50’ made of wood or glitter paper.
Golden wedding anniversary gifts: thoughtful vouchers for shared moments
If you are looking for a last-minute idea for a personal and heartfelt golden wedding anniversary gift, small, homemade heart vouchers are a great choice. This homemade golden wedding anniversary gift allows you to write creative messages that show appreciation for the couple. These little vouchers for spending time together are easy to make and will bring joy to the happy couple.
DIY 50th anniversary gifts: materials you will need for the voucher
Card stock in gold, beige and white
A Pencil and scissors
Felt-tip pens or a gold pen for labelling
Decorative glass box or gift box
DIY 50th anniversary gifts: step-by-step instructions
First draw a small heart on the card stock with a pencil and carefully cut it out with scissors. You can now use this heart as a template and cut out lots of hearts in different colours.
Now take the hearts and label them with personal messages. Some ideas for the vouchers are: ‘Breakfast together’, ‘A trip to the countryside’ or ‘An evening at the cinema’. There are no limits to your creativity. Other possibilities are writing down kind words about the couple or vouchers for running errands.
Put all the hearts in a pretty box or gift box. Decorate it with a ribbon or other small embellishments to make your gift look beautiful. Your heartfelt last-minute gift idea is ready to be handed to the happy couple. This personal gift is sure to give the couple lots of lovely moments to look forward to.
Golden wedding anniversary cards: a modern twist on a DIY card
A 50th wedding anniversary calls for a greeting card that reflects how important this unique milestone is. If you have already made a gift for the golden wedding anniversary, a homemade card is a great way to complement your present. It is easy to make our modern greeting card, and it is sure to delight the happy couple.
Golden wedding anniversary cards: materials you will need for a modern DIY card
Card stock in gold, white and green
Ribbon
Glue and hot glue
Scissors and a pencil
A ruler and compass
A sticker with a number ‘50’ (optional)
Instructions for making your modern golden wedding anniversary card
Take the golden card stock and fold it in half so that the short sides are exactly on top of each other. Then cut along the crease. Now take one part and fold it down the centre once more. This is your blank greeting card.
Measure the length and width of the front. Subtract one centimetre from each side. Now draw a rectangle on the white paper with these measurements.
Draw a large and a small heart. Cut out both hearts and use them as a template. Cut out 2 small and 4 large hearts from golden paper.
Set the compass to 2.5 cm and use it to draw a circle on the gold paper. Cut out the circle. Then set the compass to 2.3 cm and draw a circle on the white paper. Cut this out too.
Arrange the hearts and circles on your card. Once you are happy with the layout, stick everything down with glue stick.
Now add the stickers or draw the number ‘50’ in the white circle with a gold pen. Glue a small golden bow and a small green heart to the card with a hot glue gun to add some special details.
DIY golden wedding anniversary cards: a stylish 3D effect
A golden wedding anniversary celebrates 50 years of marriage. This homemade greeting card highlights these golden years and creates a fun 3D effect. We'll show you step by step how to make this unique greeting card.
Golden wedding anniversary cards: materials you will need for a 3D DIY card
Mint green and gold card stock
Adhesive pads
A pencil and scissors
Instructions for making your 3D golden wedding anniversary card
Take the golden card stock and fold it in half so that the short sides are exactly on top of each other. Then cut along the crease. Now take one part and fold it down the centre once more. Place it in front of you so that the folded edge is facing upwards. This is your blank greeting card.
Draw a heart. Cut it out and use this template to cut out lots of hearts from gold card stock.
Arrange the hearts so that they form a large number ‘50’.
When you are happy with the position of the hearts, use the adhesive pads to stick the hearts on and create a 3D effect.
Conclusion: homemade golden wedding anniversary gifts are something special
A homemade greeting card or a DIY gift for a golden wedding anniversary are wonderful ways to express your appreciation for the couple and are quite personal. With a little creativity and simple materials, you can easily make unforgettable mementoes that will be true highlights on the gift table. Whether you choose a gift basket, a stylish card or a creative cash gift for the golden wedding anniversary, your homemade creations will have a personal and sentimental meaning. They will show the happy couple that you took your time and put thought into giving them the perfect gift.
