The symbol of the first anniversary of the wedding
Calico fabric was invented in India and began to beproduce in the 11th century. The ancient Sanskrit word "sitras" translates as "motley". The Dutch translation of the word "sits" means a thin cotton fabric with a plain weave. Calico fabric differs from many other materials by the richness of the color palette and the variety of patterns. Based on this, the calico wedding was called so for the varied and bright impressions of the first year of married life, as well as for the fragility, delicacy and tenderness of the relationship and feelings of the happy newlyweds. By the way, the day of the first wedding anniversary is the last day when the spouses are called newlyweds. But not in all countries is calico a symbol of the first holiday of marriage. Only Holland, together with Russia, give gifts to the husband and wife and congratulate them on the calico date. In France, they celebrate a cotton wedding, in Germany - a paper one, and in the USA, they even consider a watch to be a symbol of this event.
Traditions of the first anniversary
At the chintz wedding, the newlyweds opened one oftwo bottles of champagne hidden from their wedding day and, as it were, brought back the emotions and feelings that they had experienced a year ago. The very first year of married life is the first test of the seriousness of the relationship, a test of feelings for each other, a willingness to understand and make concessions, care for each other and a true desire to stay close in sorrow and joy. It is also the ability to cope with everyday life, as well as equally share household chores. The very first tradition of celebrating certain wedding dates was born in medieval Germany. They were the first who decided to celebrate the wedding again after some time. If only the closest relatives were invited to the wedding itself, then after half a month, friends brought gifts to the newlywed husband and wife, and now the table was set for them. A year later, the holiday was celebrated in the circle of good acquaintances, and after a few years, distant relatives and new friends were gathered at the same table. Following such a cordial tradition, close relatives and dearest friends should be invited to the chintz wedding. The heroes of the occasion should not leave food on their plates, according to signs, they leave their happiness on them. You can celebrate both in a noisy restaurant and at home. Here everything completely depends on the desire and financial capabilities of the newlyweds. If desired, it would be good to celebrate the chintz wedding according to the scenario of the second day of the wedding. On this day, the funniest and most varied competitions are usually held. If the holiday is held at home, then chintz fabric should be used to decorate the room. You can spread a chintz tablecloth on the table, napkins are also sewn from it, even dishes can be served in the form of an assortment, reminiscent of the riot of colors of this fabric.
Gifts for a cotton wedding
According to legend, on this day spouses need toBe sure to exchange cotton handkerchiefs. On the handkerchiefs given to each other, it is necessary to tie strong knots diagonally. This symbolizes a long and happy family life. Then the wife, as a true keeper of the hearth, should hide these handkerchiefs in a secluded place and keep them there until old age. If everything is done correctly, then such a couple will live in perfect harmony for a very long time. If you are in the right mood, then you can offer such a ritual to your husband. If the Russian custom does not interest you, then you can go the American way and give your husband a wristwatch for the cotton wedding. Such a gift is very appropriate on this day, because a watch is a symbol of time and, in general, a very useful and worthy gift. In order for gifts on this day to be associated with a semantic meaning, then choose something pleasant, necessary and beautiful. You can give your husband a fashionable cotton shirt or a heart-shaped pillow. A good gift would be any product made of multi-colored semi-precious stones. A wonderful idea is to present your spouse with a "tree of happiness" made of them with your own hands. If the wife is into needlework, then such gifts will be more appropriate than ever on this day. After all, it is precisely such a present that expresses true feelings and care for the husband. You can embroider a beautiful picture or the initials of your beloved husband on a chintz scarf, knit a warm and cozy sweater, weave macrame for home use. It would be quite appropriate to make a wicker flowerpot and even special shelves for souvenirs. Those who are good at drawing on fabric will be quite capable of creating a work of art on an ordinary white T-shirt. Invited guests should be given useful gifts in everyday life: tablecloths, pillows, napkins, curtains, bed linen and a variety of towels. If the family is expecting a new addition or already has a baby, then it is very good to give a dowry for him: clothes, sheets, a bedspread, diapers. Gifts can be absolutely anything, but there is one strict taboo - if there is no child in the young family, and the spouses are not expecting one yet, then you cannot give any toys, especially soft ones.
A few creative ideas and gifts
The first year of married life isa great opportunity to create your own family traditions, especially since over the year the character and habits of the husband have become known. If he is a homebody, and prefers quiet companies of close friends to night clubs and noisy parties, then you need to choose a gift for him accordingly. You can arrange a holiday at home or book a table in a cozy restaurant. You can celebrate just the two of you or invite the closest and nicest people. It would be nice to find “your” music, which is dear and close only to the two of you, or the one to which you danced your wedding waltz. You should put your husband’s favorite dishes on the table, and buy the flowers to decorate the room that he gave you on dates. You can look at wedding photos together or just your favorite movie. The main thing is to create the warmest and coziest atmosphere. For a romantic husband, you can arrange a date on the roof, where your only guests will be the moon and the stars. But let it be a surprise that he won’t know about until the last minute. During the day, you can send some playful poems to his phone, and put sweet declarations of love in his pockets. And in the evening, solemnly hand him an invitation to a date in person or send it to his email. It is enough to take a bottle of good wine and fruit with you. If funds allow, the chintz wedding can be celebrated with another honeymoon, choosing the same places where you vacationed a year ago, or, conversely, completely new ones, thereby giving birth to your own tradition of vacationing in unknown places. You can fill this day with romance and make an “airy” gift, taking a walk over the city in a hot air balloon, so that there, high in the sky, you can tell your husband once again how much you love him. If your husband, on the contrary, loves active recreation and new experiences, then the gift should be just as bright and unexpected. For example, you can book a tour to the gentle sea in advance, but not for passive lying on the beach, but for scuba diving, horseback riding, jeep riding. You can suggest mountain climbing or going down into caves, or kayaking a fast river. Those who are not ready for such large expenses or do not have the opportunity to manage their time, can consider symbolic gifts with a touch of humor and enthusiasm. Two original bright kitchen aprons are just right for a chintz wedding. You can choose a Superman and Cinderella apron. In such an outfit, any cooking will turn into an exciting game and will certainly lift the mood. In online stores, you can find various designer things, or you can order a portrait of your husband, made with watercolors on canvas or embroidered with threads. You can also buy a small pillow that is convenient to take with you on a car trip. The very organization of the holiday is already a gift, be it a modest romantic dinner or a chic feast with a company. Especially if the wife cooks all the food herself or at least bakes his favorite cake. The husband will definitely feel warmth, love and care for himself. And this is priceless.
