I am looking for ideas for a baptism gift other than money. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Pending the religion, maybe a Bible, or a necklace, bracelet. If you are attending maybe you could take pictures and make a photo album.
hope this helps,
Denise
When my oldest was baptized my Sister-in-Law got her a glass, or ceramic not sure without looking at, cross that has a scripture verse on the base and a spot to put a picture of her in her gown right in the center of the cross. Other friends just got her toys to play with. Not the most typical, or for that matter religious, but she loved them. She still loves her cross though as well. Her God-parents got her a small cross necklace and a nice adjustable bracelet. I would recommend going to a Christian bookstore and seeing what they have there. You never know what little object you might find. I know that they typically have some religious type gifts as well.
I recently attended a First Communion and gave a savings bond. The only catch is that you need the social security number of the person to whom you are giving it.
My daughter was just baptised and got some of the sweetest little gifts. Here are some of the really thoughtful things she received that might work for you and if I know where they came from I included that as well.
A small gardian angel medallion necklace.
A small cross necklace. (Macys)
A precious moments baby girl cross. (Family Christian Store- There is one by Great Lakes Crossing and another by Lakeside)
An engraved snowglobe of a little girl praying. (Things Remembered)
A book called "The Day I was Baptised" where we could write about the day's events.
Hope this helps!
The best gift for a infant baptism is a keepsake. I think it's something you want the child to remember year to come. My children received children's Bibles, Prayer Books and wall hangings that were great gifts. I applaud you for not giving money b/c for me that is exactly what Baptism is not about.
We often give a copy of a childrens bible. If it's a niece, you might ask the parents if they have a cross necklace. Maybe a childrens religious story book. Hope this helps
Allison,
A cross to hang in the bedroom. Boy or girl? If girl you could buy a little cross necklace. Things Remembered also has a variety of stuff for baptisms. A childrens bible, or praise lullabys for the nursery.
Allison,
I'm not sure if this is for a boy or a girl or how much you are looking to spend.
Precious Moments makes a nice baptism doll if it is for a girl.
Any Christian Book Store will have plaques, Bibles (that have been written in with names baptism dates and so forth) and other nice things that will work for either a girl or boy.
Maybe a nice picture of the person in a frame that has to do with baptism - if you're into scrap booking and can decorate an insert for the frame?
Good Luck, I hope something here helps,
Kellie
I got our neighbor a piggy bank with her name on it from mybambino.com (I've also usd personalizedpiggybanks.com) I've bought quite a few as gifts and they're always super cute. I know it's not religious but everyone always loves them.
Books! Books! Books!
Here are some titles for ya-
You are Special and Just in Case You Ever Wonder, both by Max Lucado. Really any of his books are great!
I'm Thankful Each Day! by P.K. Hanllinan
Why is There a Cross by Kathleen Long Bostrom- part of the Little Blessings series
Any first Bible- you can never have too many books!
Crystal
At Make It Yours there are a number of items you could make -cross box, cross to hang, - by painting the pottery or you could make a really unique cross from fused glass. These are things that the child can keep and use for years, (and in the spirit of full disclosure I am the owner of Make It Yours and would be glad to help you. Stop in and mention this response and I will also give you 10% off.)
Peggy Hill
We were given a lovely engraved picture frame of the date and their names. I have a picture of my twins in their gowns in it.
A close friend got my daughter a beautiful ceramic cross from Hallmark. It reads:
"Jesus, bless this little girl and keep her always in your care."
Hallmark has a nice selection of religious gifts. You could also check their website.
Here are some of the things my children received when they were Baptized: child's rosary, picture book of saints, framed cross-stitch baptismal poem with name and date, baptismal plaque with area for baptismal photo, children's bible, specially made photo album, crucifix for their bedroom wall, jewelry (girls received charms for a bracelet and son received a lapel pin), prayer books, children's religious videos (veggie tales are popular now)etc. Perhaps the most unique gift from my daughter's Godmother was a lilac bush. My daughter is 14 now and we take her picture next to her lilac bush every year around the time of her Baptism--it's amazing to see how much both have "bloomed" over the years. Sure hope this helps :)
P.S. I see that another Mom suggested a savings bond---DON'T GET BONDS!!!! They now take an average of 17 years to mature and are barely worth the paper they're printed on. My banker friend tries very hard to not sell them and suggests other types of investments instead. I learned the hard way when I had hoped to cash in several for my oldest daughter for college. I was still under the impression that they matured in only 7 years :(
My children received savings bonds from their godparents. I have given Baby Bibles with their names, date of baptism, Pastor's name, and godparents/witnesses. At out church, we give each child or adult a baptism candle to light on the anniversary of their baptism. I know there are already ideas about books, gift card, and frames. My daughter also received a cross (not crucifix--He isn't there anymore is my philosophy) necklace or you could give a baby ring. There are so many things that can be given that help a child and family remember such an awesome and special day. I think it is great that you want to do something with memories and not money.
barb
Hi Allison,
My children received a child's version of the bible. I am assuming the person making their baptism is a baby or a child and that is why I suggested this. My children have referred to the bible repeatedly and it has been such a lovely gift.
Warm regards,
Mary Beth
I just went to a first communion party for a little girl. We went to the Carlton Card shop in the mall and they had a lot of little statues and gifts specifically for the two occasions (both 1st communion and baptism). I was impressed and it gave me some great options at various price points!!! Good luck!!
Go to www.personalization.com they have a lot of cute baptismal gifts there. Or do Savings bonds those are so appreciated down the road.
I have bought a baby's first rosary at Hallmarks...it is wooden with primary colors and is about $8.00. I always get compliments on it cause it is cute! Good Luck!