11 years of marriage - what kind of wedding and what do you give for your anniversary?

Updated July 22, 2022 231 Author: Dmitry Petrov
Hello, dear readers of the KtoNaNovenkogo.ru blog. “I pronounce you husband and wife!” — these words are considered the starting point of the joint journey of people who have decided to link their destinies.

At this moment, the birth of a family occurs - a separate organism, each of which has its own character and individual characteristics.

Every year, the couple celebrates another milestone in their marriage. According to the old custom, each such date has its own “name” and requires special treatment.

What is the name of the 11th wedding anniversary, what is customary to give to the other half and the “newlyweds” from guests, what traditions need to be followed and how best to celebrate - you will find out all this right now.

What do spouses get for their 11th wedding anniversary?

On the 11th wedding anniversary, it is customary to give gifts directly or indirectly related to metal.

If this is a man, then you can give him a barbecue, a knife, a metal pen, or any other tool.

If this is a woman, then the first option is jewelry: it can be rings, earrings, chains. The second option could be a set of pots, pans, knives and various kitchen utensils.

wife to husband

The husband is the strong half, which means he can cope with any difficulties. This meaning can be put into a gift. Heavy metal objects, such as weapons, knives, tools are appropriate on this day.

The gift can be selected according to the type of hobby, hobby, temperament:

Connoisseurs of decorative weapons are given a steel blade, saber, knives, swords, guns, etc. In order to leave a memory of the anniversary day, engravings with the name, date and wishes are ordered.
When the husband is a fisherman or hunter, a special knife or flask with a set of shot glasses will do. A thermos with a metal frame, fishing gear, a barbecue grill or a barbecue grill would also be useful.
For a businessman husband, a ballpoint pen made of steel is suitable.
A lighter, cigarette case or ashtray is the dream of many men. Why not give them as a gift to your loved one.
A watch, phone, tablet later become my husband’s favorite thing.
The home craftsman is confidently given tools: screwdrivers, screwdriver bits, keys.

A woman can be forgiven for every little thing given to her husband on his 11th birthday:

Key ring;
Wrench;
Family photo in steel frame;
Bottle opener;
Talisman according to the zodiac sign, made of steel.

Even if the gift does not have metal components, it can be safely packed in steel-colored gift paper.

Husband to wife

Any gift to a woman should carry deep meaning and leave warm memories for many years. The husband must prepare in advance for the holiday and think through everything in advance, taking into account the preferences of his beloved.

What does a husband give to his wife for 11 years of marriage:

Useful household items with a metal body that make life easier: electric kettle, multicooker, bread maker, toaster, blender, dishwasher, microwave oven, etc.
Interior decorations: sconce, flowerpot, box.
Little things for the kitchen that will resemble a holiday: a tea sieve, baking tins, metal sets, napkin holders, salad bowls, etc.
Women things". A mirror in a steel frame, a figurine for hanging jewelry, a metal powder compact, a miniature box with an embedded decoration, a metal flower, hairpins.
A gift in the form of a phone or fashionable glasses would be creative.

You can order engraving on any item - your wife will appreciate your love and care.

Children from parents

Parents, as a rule, on this day are happy for the young people that they were able to overcome such a long journey.

Their wishes are usually presented in the form of wise parting words. At the same time, no one canceled the gift.

It can be both practical and symbolic, but in any case it is intended for general use by a married couple:

Set of steel utensils, pots, household appliances.
Miniature family tree made of steel.
Metal photo frame with a family photo.
A decorative steel horseshoe that brings happiness to the family will be an excellent option for a steel wedding.
Wall sconces with steel decorative elements, chandelier, floor lamp, candlesticks, etc.

To parents from children

A steel wedding gift from children to parents can be in the form of:

A drawing depicting parents and written wishes;
Flowers made of shiny metallic paper;
Postcards;
Inexpensive little things: key chains, magnets;
Wall newspapers with pasted photographs reminiscent of some pleasant events;
Figurines symbolizing family;
Slideshow with family photos and congratulations.

Children are always sensitive to the congratulations of their parents and are ready to give everything, so mom and dad, who have lived through 11 years of marriage together, will be happy with simple kisses and help on this day.

To friends from friends

The closest friends, whose friendship has been tested by time, usually know the tastes and preferences of the “celebrants”, so a gift is often necessary and useful for the family rather than expensive.

The most common gift on this day are metal kitchen items that are designed to make the life of a couple easier or brighter: sets of pots, pans, tea sets, spoons, ladles, trays, vases, etc.

But many married couples, escaping the ordinary, give exclusive gifts:

Family talismans, figurines, paintings, panels and other interior decorative elements;
Floor stands and flower vases;
Photo albums with decorative steel inserts.

Here the imagination should not stop at the dishes. All items symbolizing durability, strength, strength can bring joy to the 11th anniversary of marriage.

With your own hands

A gift made with your own hands carries all the tenderness, tenderness and love that the giver puts into it.

What gifts can you make for a steel wedding:

A bouquet of flowers made of foil, symbolizing metal.
Jewelry made from wire.
Wall panel decorated with steel elements.

Any gift made independently, but given sincerely, will bring a lot of joy to a married couple.

Original and inexpensive

Gifts for the newlyweds can be original, while being just an insignificant trinket. You can buy these in specialized stores.

Usually they look comical, but they carry all the symbolism of the festival:

A set of corkscrews made for women and men;
Wine bottle holder;
A pair of cup holders with wishes printed on them;
Shoe shovel;
Pizza cutting knife.

It is important to prepare in advance with your choice, and this requires spending valuable time and shopping.

Cool (comic) gifts

As a rule, comic gifts are designed to bring joy and admiration.

Items should imitate family life or symbolize some wish, for example:

A figurine in the form of a frog on money is given as a gift for prosperity and wealth.

In a comic version, a wine horn is suitable, which embodies health and wealth. And the added wish: “Let this horn be the only one in your life” will make all the guests laugh.

Handcuffs and a whip purchased from an intimate store can serve as a cool gift. This kind of gift can be accompanied by wishes for “diversity in life” or “sewing bonds with handcuffs for life.”

The most important thing when giving such gifts is not the significance, but the memories that will remain in the memory several years later.

Unusual

Unusual ones may include:

Metal items ordered from the forge: flowers, vases, stands, hangers, portrait frames. Any thing that a blacksmith forges is an excellent gift for your 11th wedding anniversary. But it is important to decide in advance what needs to be ordered.
Another unusual gift will be the decoration of the hall for the celebration in a metallic style. Improvised shiny balls, fireworks, streamers, firecrackers, everything related to glitter.
Interesting table setting with metal objects: cups, spoons, glasses, etc. It all depends on the imagination of the giver.

Interesting

It’s fun to organize some kind of excursion for newlyweds as a gift:

The trip could be to the same forge, where the couple will be given a master class on making a steel object.
A boat trip, weather permitting, will also be a wonderful embodiment of sincere wishes, and the sparkle of the water will remind you of the meaning of the day.
Steel figurines that embody a married couple and, in the future, will remind you of a significant day can be interesting.
If you choose two saucepans as a gift, then you can put an improvised veil on one, and a hat on the other, and make eyes and a mouth. It will be an interesting option.

Practical and useful

Such things should make life easier, simplify it, while the married couple will use them together, but the content of meaning should not be lost:

Small household appliances;
Items for decoration and comfort in the home;
Personal items for daily use.

A Turkish glass can be useful, but at the same time original - it will add vigor to every day, and a pair of steel wine glasses will make the evenings romantic.

Ideas for statuses

If you want to congratulate your lover on one of the social networks, for example, on Instagram or VK, then we present to your attention several interesting options for status:

“So we have exchanged our second decade of married life - 11 years! The Internet says that the relationship is already fully established and has become as solid as steel. Of course, you can’t argue with the Internet, but I’ll add that not only the wedding, but also my nerves and patience became steel. Different things have happened in life, but the main thing is that we always, of course, believed each other, were sincere and loved until a single minute... Always... Let it remain so!!! It’s bitter for us!”;
“Our eleventh wedding anniversary has arrived! Happy holiday to us!”;
“Eleven years of marriage!!! During this time we have hardened ourselves! We have experienced a thousand wonderful happy moments together and the most terrible ones too... The main thing that we understood is that if you want to look in the same direction, then everything will be fine! Even great!!! Happy anniversary to us!”;
“Today is our family’s birthday. It’s already 11 years!”;
“Today is a wonderful day, our holiday! We have been officially married for eleven years! Happy holiday to us!”;
“We have been enjoying each other for 11 years now. Love you!";
“Eleven years since the wedding, it’s not for nothing that this anniversary was called the steel anniversary. The relationship is strong, tempered like steel, polished. We often say the same thing at the same time, which means we think the same way. We are one. I love you, my best!”;
“It’s hard to believe, but today is already 11 years of our legal marriage. I love you more than life, sincerely and forever!”;
“How time flies, our family is already eleven!”;
“11 years... with the same last name, common plans and dreams...”;
“Today my husband and I celebrate our eleventh year of marriage. Thank you my beloved for the happy days spent together. I love you my dear!!!";
“11 wonderful years together! Happy wedding anniversary to us!”

If you wish, you can accompany your beautiful congratulations with hashtags, such as: #Steel Wedding, #11 Years of Marriage, #Eleven Years of Marriage, #Eleven Years, #Eleventh Anniversary, #Together Forever, #Wedding Anniversary, #This is Love, #Family, #HusbandsWife, #Marriage, #Relationships, # Happiness for Two, #MarriageAnniversary, #Love, #HappyTogether, #LoveIs.

So you have become acquainted with all the nuances of a steel wedding and now you know after how many years of marriage it is celebrated. We wish you a wonderful celebration of this anniversary and that it will be remembered for a long time!

Is it worth giving money?

It is not customary to give paper bills for a steel anniversary, but with copper coins things are different:

You can make a tree from coins, a talisman symbolizing prosperity.
You can present an expensive gold or silver coin purchased from a bank. Another option is the gift of a collectible coin with engraving.
The desire to give a large amount in the form of a certificate for a certain amount in a supermarket, a coupon for visiting a beauty salon, tickets to the theater, cinema or circus is also a good idea.

You shouldn’t get hung up on the meaning of a gift—the main thing is how and in what form you present it.

Gift for wife

While many women are asking the question: “What should I give my husband?”, men, in turn, are asking the question: “What should I give my wife for her eleventh anniversary of marriage?” So, a wedding anniversary gift should be thoughtful and memorable. For this reason, you should start choosing a gift in advance and, when preparing for the same date, think through everything in advance, not forgetting the symbolism of gifts for a steel wedding.

A win-win gift for a wedding anniversary can be household items made from a metal case. These include: a microwave oven or an electric kettle;
You can also give interior elements to your wife for 11 years. A jewelry box or flower vase is the best option in this case;
You can give all kinds of baking dishes, sets, tea sieve;
A gift for women's needs will be especially pleasant. Originally shaped mirror, hairpins, etc.

Any of the items for donation can be engraved. I’m sure your wife will appreciate such a reverent attitude towards herself.

How to present it in an unusual way?

Even a small thing or trinket can be original if it is presented to the celebrants in an unusual way:

You can use the services of florists or designers to wrap your gift.
Another option for an unusual greeting is a prank involving animated characters.
A married couple can be invited to a restaurant, cafe, or outdoors - as creativity dictates.
It’s unusual to receive a custom-made barbecue on a special day - such a thing is necessary and useful. In addition, a chrome flask with cups is perfect. And that's it, you can have a picnic.

Bad ideas for gifts

What to avoid:

You cannot give antiques or items that have been previously used.
You cannot directly gift paper bills.
A clock is an association with counting down time, any kind (wall, wrist, floor).
Wall mirror. A mirror is not a gift at all, since it carries negativity and takes away energy, health, and well-being from the new owners.
Empty vases should not be given as a gift, but if you fill them with flowers, decorative stones, fruits, coins or anything else, you will get a worthy gift.
Candles burn out quickly, and living together will quickly fade away. It's still worth giving them up.
On the 11th anniversary of cohabitation, glassware and household items are not given as gifts. Since the bonds are sealed with steel, then the gifts must be durable and strong.

A steel wedding sounds resonant and reliable. If you are at a loss about what to give to your newlyweds, it is better to ask them. And if you do it in an original way, the holiday will be remembered for many years.

From the history of the name

Steel is not a natural metal, but a man-made alloy of iron and carbon. On the one hand, it is strong and strong, just like the relationship of a married couple during this period of time. On the other hand, it can be melted, so spouses must take care of each other in order to prevent discord.

It is also known that steel items must be carefully monitored, because they can lose their shine, become faded and become rusty. Like a husband and wife, in order to avoid conflicts, misunderstandings and “coldness”, you should make every effort, continue to listen to your significant other, pay enough attention, care and make compromises.

The 11th anniversary is also a symbolic date. After all, if you expand the number “eleven”, you get 1+1, which in itself means a pair. The union of two loving people who have been walking through life hand in hand for so long and living in perfect harmony can confidently be called real, strong and lasting.

This is interesting! By the way, according to statistics, less than 50 percent of married couples live to see their 11th wedding anniversary.