Anniversary gift baskets can carry other things aside from food. If the friend really knows that couple well, the contents could be something that the two enjoy. A good example could be soaps and body lotions with a free gift certificate to the spa. If the couple is into the arts, perhaps some goodies and tickets to a play or concert that both love or has just been recently opened in the opera or theater. Otherwise, you have to show up with nary a gift in hand. Here are some ideas that may help you come up with wedding anniversary gift with just a few dollars in your pockets. Make your own gift This will require a lot of effort and well, you really have to devote a lot of time in making the gift; But if you really don t have the money, this is the cheapest way that you can come up with a gift. Put a personal reminder Even the simplest gift item can be a reminder of the relationship and of good times if you know how to create that atmosphere of romanticism. For instance, if you have bought a mug, why not put your names inside a heart using craft paint? Or maybe buy a t-shirt and then design them with the lyrics of your theme songs? Some couples even abide with the annual themes and give each other gifts that are made of materials that are prescribed. According to the themes, paper is the material that is prescribed to be given at this period of the relationship. The modern gift that is recommended for the first year is the clock, perhaps to symbolize the continuous passage of time. Tenth anniversary is a personal history accomplished by couple s unique merging of their unconditional love. Sometimes being married is one year of being romantic during the childless years, then followed by timeless hurdling with responsibilities for the next nine years. What is worth giving for a tenth anniversary? Often, stores that sell pens already do engraving for free as additional service to improve customer relations. Still, there are others demand payment. If you are not keen in paying for this kind of service, make sure then that the service is free before you purchase the items. Mugs Giving matching mugs is perfect for couples who enjoy taking their breakfast together.