Baptism gifts: what are good presents for a christening?
DIY: 5 great ideas for baptism gifts
Are you looking for a personalised christening gift that is unique and comes from the heart? We'll show you simple DIY ideas for christening gifts that not only look beautiful but are also easy to make. Whether it's a money gift for a christening, a present for the child being baptised or a party favour to round off the ceremony, we’ll give you five great christening gifts that you can make yourself at home.
Best gifts for a baptism: framed baby socks filled with money
This christening gift idea is very cute and is guaranteed to make the parents of the little one being baptised smile. It consists of a picture frame with baby socks that serve as little savings stockings, filled with a small contribution to symbolise the start of an abundant life. This is a great way to give a christening gift that is creative and shows that you have put thought into your present.
Materials for making a money gift for a baptism
3D picture frame
Jute string
Design paper (e.g. with designs matching the christening or cute baby designs)
Small clips
Money to fill the savings stockings
A gift voucher, if applicable
How to make a money gift for a baptism
Open the frame and remove the back.
Cut the design paper so that it fits into the frame.
Cut the jute string long enough so that you can wrap it once around the passe-partout and design paper and tie a bow.
Now, attach the baby socks with the clips. Roll the banknotes and stick them into the socks.
Add a voucher if desired, carefully press the picture with the socks into the picture frame and close it to complete your money gift for a christening.
Should you bring a gift to a christening?
Yes, it is customary to bring a gift to a christening, especially if you are invited as a godparent, family member or close friend. It doesn't have to be anything big, but a carefully selected or homemade christening gift shows your appreciation and is fitting for this type of celebration.
Baptism gift idea: a flower wreath with money butterflies
Are you looking for a unique way to wrap money for a christening to make it a memorable gift? Then this pretty flower wreath, with cute butterflies made from banknotes and a homemade guardian angel for the little one being baptised, may be just what you are looking for. This christening gift is a true eye-catcher and expresses that it's not just about the money, but also love and appreciation.
Materials for making this baptism gift
A metal ring with a base (e.g. 25 cm diameter)
Clips
Twisted macramé yarn in white and two other colours for hair & dress
Wooden angel wings
A wooden bead (diameter 25 mm)
Fresh or dried flowers
Wire
A pair of scissors & a ruler
A needle & a comb
Banknotes and a voucher if desired
How to make a money gift for a christening
1. First, make the little guardian angel. Decide which colour you want to use for the hair and which for the dress. Now cut 8 strands of each colour to a length of 20 cm.
2. Take the strands of one colour in your hand and comb them out. Repeat this with the other colour.
3. Now take a few strands of the hair colour, place them around the middle of the large strand and tie a double knot. Thread the ends onto a needle and pull the thread through the wooden bead.
4. Now, put the needle aside. Take the combed-out strands for the dress and place them in the centre of the wooden bead. Use the thread on which you threaded the wooden bead again and tie another double knot in order to attach the body to the head.
5. Cut two 20 cm strands of white macramé yarn. Centre both strands over your last double knot. The strands for the hair and dress should run horizontally, the white strands for the arms and legs vertically. Place the wings vertically in the same place and tie another double knot with matching thread.
6. Pick the angel up and arrange the hair so that it falls back over the wooden bead and the dress hangs over the front and back of the arms, legs and wings. Take the arms and position them to the left and right of the body.
7. Wrap a third strand of white macramé yarn around the dress directly under the wings. You can use a wrap knot for this.
8. Comb out the hair and dress again and trim both with a pair of scissors.
9. Knot the ends of the arms and legs and cut off the excess yarn.
10. Your little guardian angel is ready! To hang the angel up, put a thinner thread around its neck and pull it up through the wooden bead once more with a needle.
11. Attach your guardian angel to the wooden ring using a clip.
12. To fold butterflies out of banknotes, use our visual instructions. Attach the butterflies to the metal ring from behind with clips.
13. Tie flowers to the bottom of the ring and attach a voucher if you wish to complete your christening gift.
What is a good gift for a christening?
Traditionally, personal, symbolic or practical gifts make good christening presents. Classic gifts include children's Bibles, toys, jewellery or engraved mementoes. However, creative DIY gifts are also popular, as they are particularly personal and show your appreciation.
Baptism gift idea: a personalised keepsake box
Memories are the true treasures of our lives, and this lovingly designed keepsake box is the perfect place to store small mementoes. Whether it's baby shoes, birthday gifts or a christening bracelet, there's a place for everything in this homemade memory box. This christening gift is easy to make, even for beginners, and only needs a few materials.
Materials for making a baptism memory box
A wooden box in a size of your choice
Acrylic paint
Wooden decorations (e.g. tendrils, wooden flowers, other small wooden decorations)
Wooden letters
A brush & glue
Instructions for making this christening present
Paint the wooden letters and decorations in a colour that you like with acrylic paint and leave everything to dry thoroughly. As soon as the paint has dried, you can arrange the decorations on the box and glue them in place. Voilà, your christening gift is ready to bring joy to someone!
Alternatively, you can also paint the name and/or designs directly onto the box using acrylic paints. If you already have experience in woodworking, you could also work with a branding iron!
Baptism gift ideas: a gift basket with cute baby clothes & accessories
This christening gift is always a great choice because it is both personal and practical! With a few carefully selected items of clothing and toys, you can create a christening gift that is personalised and has a purpose.
Shop for a cute outfit, accessories such as hats or scarves, baby socks or practical items such as baby blankets, towels or bibs and arrange everything in a beautiful gift box. Add a small toy or a practical voucher to round off your christening gift.
Little baptism gifts and party favours: candles with pretty decorations
Sometimes it's the little things that truly touch one’s heart, like these dainty DIY christening candles. They are perfect as a party favour at a christening or as a small christening gift if you have pooled together with others for a larger christening gift.
All you need for this christening gift is a few candle sticks wrapped with jute string. A small sprig of baby’s breath and a sticker or a small wooden christening symbol make this little christening gift a real treat. You can place one on each guest's seat and use them to complete your table decoration at your christening party.
If you would like to add this little christening gift to a handmade christening card, you can find lots of great DIY ideas here:
Conclusion: unique and personalised gifts for a baptism made easy
A christening gift doesn't have to be expensive or extravagant. Most of all, it should come from the heart. With a little creativity, time and attention to detail, you can create unique DIY christening gifts that everyone will remember for years to come. Whether it's a creative money gift, a personalised keepsake box or a practical gift box with items for the baby, homemade christening gifts are unique and show that you care.
