Anniversary DIY Arts and Crafts
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Posted on 29th July 2025 by Papermill Direct
Filed under Projects And Cards By Type, Anniversary Card Ideas
An anniversary card is a perfect way to reflect on your journey together, celebrate those special moments and show appreciation. What better way than to personalise it and make it from scratch?
At Papermill Direct, we love that you can create beautiful, innovative designs with paper and cards. That’s why we’ve rounded up five of our favourite DIY anniversary craft tutorials, combining paper, card and simple art techniques to create something your partner can cherish forever. These ideas are easy to follow and can be made using materials available on our website.
Pinterest Inspired Anniversary Card by Sandra Dunne
This project is perfect for those who love a clean, minimalist style with a romantic twist. Popular designs on Pinterest inspire this card, which features layered hearts arranged in a subtle and beautiful manner. See the full tutorial on our page.
What you’ll need:
- Plain white card for the base
- Soft-coloured cardstock – like blush pink, ivory or grey
- Heart-shaped dies or a heart template and scissors
How to make it:
Start by cutting your coloured cardstock into a heart shape. You can make all of them the same size or vary them for dimensions and visual interest. Fold your card base in half and arrange the hearts in a vertical pattern. Use glue dots or double-sided tape to secure them and slightly lift the edges for a 3D effect. Add a stamped or handwritten message for a personal touch.
Embossed Heart Anniversary Card by Sylvia Ames
If you’re looking to add a touch of elegance to your DIY anniversary card with embossing. This technique creates a professional-looking texture that is easy to achieve at home with the right tools.
What you’ll need:
- Heart-shaped dies
- Embossing folder and die-cutting machine
- Distress oxide inks
How to make it:
Cut out a heart shape from a coloured card and run it through an embossing folder to add texture. Then, you can layer this heart on a white card base using foam pads to make the heart stand out. You can also emboss a background panel or keep the rest of the design simple, so all the focus goes onto the heart. A strip of ribbon or a stamped sentiment is all you need to complete the card. Find the full step-by-step embossed heart anniversary card tutorial on our blog.
Double Heart Anniversary Card by Sylvia Ames
This double-heart anniversary card is simple and perfect for beginner crafters. Interlinked hearts make an appearance here, which is a classic romantic motif.
What you’ll need:
- The heart dies or heart templates
- Embellishments like pearls, ribbon or stickers
How to make it:
Cut two large hearts from the card colour of your choice and glue them so they overlap slightly in the centre to symbolise connection. Mount them on the white card base to add contrast. You can decorate around the hearts with initials, a date or tiny embellishments like glitter, gems and ribbons.
DIY 1st Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Emily
Your first anniversary is traditionally celebrated with paper, so why not create a one-of-a-kind keepsake to commemorate the occasion? This idea lets you turn your favourite memories into something lasting and beautiful. Follow the full tutorial on our blog.
What you’ll need:
- Printed photos, quotes
- Handwritten notes
- Scrapbook
How to make it:
Trim your chosen quotes, notes and photos into reasonable sizes and mount them on layers of decorative cards for contrast. You could also add die-cut shapes or stamped details for extra something. Arrange everything in a collage or a timeline format and bind it into a small scrapbook. It’s personal, meaningful and unique!
3D Heart Card by Nicole Mullen
If you want to surprise your partner with something fun and playful, this 3D heart pop-up card is a fun activity that adds an element of surprise when opened.
What you’ll need:
- Heart template
- Scissors or craft knife
How to make it:
Cut out several identical heart shapes and fold each one in half. Glue the folded sides together, one by one, until you have a stack that opens into a 3D heart when the card is opened. Attach the back of the heart to the inside fold of your card so it “pops up” when opened. You can decorate the front with matching colours and a heartfelt message.
Why DIY Gifts Make Anniversaries Special
Creating your anniversary card or DIY gift shows that you care, you've made an effort, and you’re taking the time out of your day to create it. It’s not about being a professional crafter; it’s about creating something real and meaningful that came from the heart.
With Papermill Direct’s selection of arts and crafts supplies, cards, and premium paper, you’ve got everything you need to make something special, whether you’re new to crafting or a DIY enthusiast.
Browse our full range of cards and paper, and stock up on craft supplies. Don’t forget to head over to our Inspire blog for more creative tutorials and inspiration for your next crafting project.
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