Christening, unlike many other occasions is a once in a lifetime opportunity for most of us. However, like other occasions, you do want your children to look nice and eye catching. Most christening dresses usually involve some type of gowns which are usually in white or pale shades of yellow or pink. However today, its not about colour, but the styles of christening dresses, or rather gowns(both are rather interchangeable terms and mostly mean the same thing), you can choose for your baby. Heirloom GownsIf you live in a relatively large family, or have your relatives nearby, chances are, you...
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Author: Karen
Pewterware Christening Frames
There are many christening gifts out there, and it’s not just beloved jewellery that can come from Pewterware. There are also many Pewterware frames, and these can add a personal touch, especially if they contain a picture of the child on their christening. Pewterware christening frames are stylish and nowhere near as expensive as sterling silver, so you’re wallet will not feel the bite of the bullet. This form of silver works for jewellery, mugs, key chains and cutlery, but a Pewterware frame is one of the most popular christening gifts and they’re available at very reasonable prices, while you...
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Christening Invitations
There’s a lot to think about when it comes to christening invitations, and it’s not just the look of the card. There should always be a nice, well taken photo of the child on the front and straight away this will let people know that it is his or her christening invitation. Every detail should be included such as the times of the ceremony, a map, and perhaps even the after ceremony plans, which is usually a trip to a pub or the family’s house. There are many places that can provide you with a template christening invitation, but it...
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The Role of a Godfather
Not many people note the significance of a Godfather, and it’s not just a title for a christening, it can actually be an extremely important role. Traditionally, a Godfather was the individual whose role it was to take care of a child if anything happened to the child’s birth parents. It’s a Christina term and though this is not necessarily the case today, the Godfather is supposed to serve a purpose in terms of the child’s development. The Godfather should be around the family a lot, and he should be a trusting individual who can be relied upon. Not many...
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Buying a Georgian Sterling Silver Christening Cup
If there’s a christening present that can be really appreciated years down the line and not forgotten, then surely it’s a Georgian sterling silver christening cup. Sterling silver can be particularly expensive, and this can show that an individual has put a lot of thought into a christening gift. It doesn’t just tick the boxes of tradition, silver, and style; it can actually be a suitable present for a boy and a girl. Silver is relatively low in price at the minute with more of a popularity for gold and this is good news for those looking for christening presents....
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