| tart --> | | | | evoke the memory of this special day. Even if you are |
| A newborn's baptism is a time when loved ones join | | | | not up for knitting a blanket or pair of booties, you can |
| together to witness a joyous occasion. It's an event | | | | often find luxuriously soft handmade blankets or |
| that should be marked by a gift, but many don't know | | | | stuffed animals at smaller children's boutiques. |
| what type of present is appropriate to celebrate a | | | | Handmade gifts like these will be used for years to |
| baptism. While some choose to give money or a | | | | come and are special enough to be passed down |
| savings bond, it is also thoughtful to give a gift that will | | | | from generation to generation. |
| help preserve the memory of this special day. Some | | | | Personalized Presents |
| ideas include a photo album, handmade gift or | | | | Another thoughtful option is something personalized. A |
| personalized present - gifts that will keep giving for | | | | monogrammed silver-plated rattle or cup is a classic |
| years to come. | | | | gift that will serve as a wonderful keepsake. You can |
| Photo Albums | | | | also have a blanket or stuffed animal monogrammed |
| A photo album will help to cherish the memory of this | | | | with the child's initials or date of the baptism. Lastly, if |
| special day. While a white or ivory album is a classic | | | | you choose to personalize something more practical, a |
| gift, you can also look for albums that are more unique, | | | | picture frame engraved with the child's name or date |
| yet still beautiful. Try looking for a pastel polka-dot, | | | | of the baptism is also a thoughtful gift. |
| striped or patterned album. Another option is a linen or | | | | Any of these gift ideas would be graciously received |
| cotton fabric-covered photo album. These albums are | | | | from the family. However, many of these presents, |
| becoming more and more popular and provide a | | | | such as handmade gifts, are not found at mass |
| special touch to this classic gift. | | | | retailers. If you don't have access to a city flecked |
| Handmade Gifts | | | | with unique children's boutiques, try scouting the web |
| A handmade gift is also something that will continually | | | | for online boutiques that specialize in baby gifts. |