Contents:
- A gift from the godmother
- Godfather Gift
- Other gifts godparents and guests
Baptism - is a ritual, which takes place most kids. Therefore, sooner or later you will find yourself in the list of invitees to such a celebration. Did you visit the festival as a guest, but perhaps as godparents. Of course, no holiday is complete without gifts. No exception and christenings.
Of course, you have a question - how to choose a gift for the baptism of their children? Choosing a gift for the child - not easy, and even more so in such an important day. I'd like to gift not only to give pleasure to your baby, but also brought tangible benefits. And it is very difficult to do - as a rule, children are the most enjoyed toys. But toy bored very quickly - so a children's psyche.
Moreover, christenings - this is not New Year and birthday. For a long time there are certain traditions on this occasion - they also need to consider when choosing a gift. As you can see, not an easy task. But do not despair - there are no hopeless situations. Let's try to figure out what to give your child.
A gift from the godmother
Orthodox traditions are very clearly define the gifts that should buy godmother. Without fail Mom buys baptismal set, which includes:
Role kryzhmy can play a nice big towel or a special baptismal towel, which is embroidered in the center of the cross. Typically, such baptismal towels are sold in the church benches. But sometimes they can be found in stores, specializing in children's products.
And if godmother loves needlework, she can sew kryzhmu hands. Of course, for these purposes must be used only natural fabrics, pleasant to the touch - because the crumbs after the font will be wrapped in this towel. And, of course, do not forget the decoration - a beautiful braid can be very useful. After baptism - it is a holiday!
No less noteworthy and baptismal shirt. You can buy a ready-made, but you can do on their own. For example, in winter you can use a warm flannelette baby's undershirt or blouse, in the summer the same time the material has to be subtle - for example, cotton or flax.
If a vest or blouse, you need to properly decorate it. On the back can be embroidered cross and the initials of the baby. Do not neglect it - baptismal shirt kept all his life. And raised the child will certainly remember you fondly.
Godfather Gift
Do not remain aloof and dad. Gifts godfather is also very clearly defined:
Cross - an indispensable attribute of baptism. He dressed crumbs in the church, during the sacrament. Which godson to buy - it's up to you. If you allow the financial capabilities, you can buy gold cross. Well, if this is not possible - it does not matter, silver or copper cross perform its function just as good. The main thing that the cross was donated from the heart.
Sometimes the question arises - to be a cross on a chain or on tesemochke? Basically, here, too, it all depends on your ability. You can buy a chain - in the extreme case, if the child is too small, it will be able to wear it when older. And if you decide to use tesemochku, get it in the church shop - they sell tesemochki different lengths, with a convenient clasp.
On the day of his baptism, the child should receive as a gift an icon with the image of his Angel - Guardian and / or the name of an icon to the patron saint. And it should be godfather Dad this icon to give your child. Such an icon can also be bought in the temple.
That is the godfather must pay all costs in the temple associated with baptism. Therefore it is necessary to know in advance estimated not to be in an awkward situation.
Other gifts godparents and guests
In the event that the godparents will want to give your child anything else, it is best to consult with parents. Do not be shy - now in this family you will become almost native people. It makes more sense to consult with parents, that the gift was actually a place rather than gather dust on the far shelf. Godparents can purchase two different gift. And if they plan to give anything expensive, be quite appropriate to buy a gift for two.
In the event that you are invited to the christening of the child as a guest. You can donate anything - the main thing that the business gift from the heart. Incidentally, it would be appropriate to ask the parents that their child is necessary. And if possible, pre-negotiate with other guests gifts - 3 identical plush bear is unlikely to delight the child.
There are several practical win-win options for baby gifts:
Ideally, you can give your child a silver spoon or cup. Especially if the gift will be nominal - engrave in our time presents no difficulty. Just a few minutes - and an exclusive gift ready. Chances are your cup or spoon will be the first child's personal utensils. And certainly remain favorite for a long time. And who knows - maybe some time this is the cup or spoon will become a family value?
But in the event that afford such a gift you can not, it does not matter. In any cookware store a huge number of the most beautiful collections of different children's dishes. You are sure to find exactly what you like. A set of dishes have handy in any case.
If you are invited to the christening and girls have the necessary amount of money, it is best to buy some gold jewelry. Time flies, and today the baby will be a girl very quickly. And gold is always true. Therefore, such a gift is always a joy.
Always be relevant educational toys - the good, today in stores a huge selection. The only thing you need to pay attention - this is on the child's age. Hardly year-old kid come in handy puzzle. A six year old baby is unlikely to please develops mat. If you find it difficult to choose toys, ask the seller to help.
Do not rush smiling - linen and other accessories does not happen more than ever. Of course, it is not a cheap calico sets. Choose a nice bedding or plaid - sure to please parents crumbs such gifts. Do not forget that the baby bedding should be made exclusively from natural materials.
Another gift option that is sure to come in handy - the clothes. At this point everything is limited only by your imagination and possibilities. You can buy a smart suit or dress, but you can do something everyday - sliders, blouses, pants, tights - depending on the age of the baby.
If you decide to donate clothes, be sure to check with the parents in advance the exact size of the child. After all, if you buy odezhku bigger - so bad, the baby sooner or later it will grow up. And if odezhka would be small? So be sure perestrahuytes and consult with his mother baby. Incidentally, it was my mom, you can learn from what clothes will be the most important.
The only thing to give is not necessary - it's the shoes. Even knowing the exact size, you can buy the wrong shoes - for example, the rise of the crumbs is too high. Shoes need to buy only after fitting. After all, the right to pick shoes depends on the health of the feet remains.
If you want to excel particularly original, you can give crumbs ... photoshoot! This gift will surely delight if not the baby, the parents too sure. Of course, such a gift will cost dearly. But believe me - it will be a great memory for life baby! And as an adult, he would be proud to show these pictures to their children.
In that case, if you prefer to follow the path of least resistance, you can as a gift for a child to bring an envelope with money. The article says, such a gift recently gaining popularity. It is no coincidence - the parents certainly much better than everyone else know that you need their child. However, remember that all children's clothes are quite expensive. Therefore, giving an adequate amount of money to avoid being branded as a tightwad.
Remember that a gift for the christening must be purchased with great care and love - then it will bring its owner a small fortune, and you can thus give him a piece of his warm-heartedness.
Going to visit, do not forget the lady of the house and the other children if the baby in the family is not alone. It would be very appropriate to buy small gifts for children and flowers for the hostess. And do not forget to bring the most important thing - friendliness and good humor.