June 30th, 2010
How To Get The Right Godparent Gifts
Asking someone to be a godparent can be a very special time, and when the day comes around there won’t be a dry eye in the sight. Godparent gifts are a great way to show you appreciate them and what they’re doing for you and your child, but how can you make sure you’re getting the right presents?
When it comes to choosing gifts for godparents, it all comes down to making sure they suit the occasion perfectly. The present needs to be thoughtful and from the heart, and it should ideally be something they can keep for years to come. The godparent will be part of your family’s life for a long time, so it’s important a present conveys that bond.
Traditional gifts include things like tokens, trinket boxes, paper weights or angel figurines, but you could also go more modern and try things such as bookmarks, photo frames, vases or teddy bears. Engraving your godparent presents would be a great idea as it really adds that personal touch, and would perfectly convey the sentiment of the occasion.
So, the right godparent gifts can be the perfect way to thank them for their support and for being part of the special day. You want to give them something they’ll treasure which perfectly suits the occasion so make sure you choose wisely, and if you need a few extra ideas make sure to see what you can find here at Born Gifted.
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May 21st, 2010
As a godmother or godfather, you want to do the best you can for the little one whose happiness and wellbeing has been entrusted to you by their parents. It’s an amazing statement of love and friendship, and we at Born Gifted understand that your relationship with your godchild will be special from the start.
We know you’ll want gifts for a godchild to stand out at birthdays and on special occasions. A little bit of the responsibility for the way the godchild grows up and who they become belongs to you, so the baby and toddler toys you select as gifts should take some thought.
One of the ways you can do something positive for your godchild right from the start is to pick Fair Trade baby gifts. These are made by craftsmen and women working their way out of poverty in some of the most desperate places in the world. Through the Fair Trade scheme, they are paid a fair price for the baby and toddler toys or other wares that they make. It’s a small contribution towards a better, fairer world for your godchild to grow up in, and it shows the baby’s mum and dad how seriously you are going to take the responsibility of being a godparent.
Some of the best Fair Trade gifts for a godchild can be found in our wooden toys section. They are usually brightly coloured with a lovely smooth feel and texture ideal for young children to enjoy, and often have an educational component too.
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April 26th, 2010
You’ve got everything organised for your child’s Christening. The church is booked, the invitations have been sent to friends and family, and the party at your home is just about sorted out. That’s it then, isn’t it? It’s probably at this point that you will realise that you haven’t chosen Godparent gifts; a special way of saying thank you to the people who have agreed to be Godparents to your child.
You don’t have to worry, because the people at Born Gifted have hundreds of great ideas when it comes to gifts for Godparents, so all you have to do is visit their website and see the wide range for yourself. You might like to give them a Godparent Thank You candle, which comes inscribed with a message – the perfect Godparent gifts which will be treasured for years to come.
Born Gifted have built up an enviable reputation when it comes to choosing any kind of present. Whatever you are looking for, from baptism presents, personalised baby gifts, first birthday gift ideas or newborn baby gifts, they will have something perfect for you. However, don’t assume that Born Gifted’s forte lies only in presents for babies.
They can help you no matter what the occasion you want to celebrate. For example, if you are planning your wedding, you will want to give your Bridesmaids a present which will both thank them for helping you out on the big day and be treasured by them for many years to come.
Whatever your needs for gifts for any occasion, make Born Gifted an essential consideration.
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March 23rd, 2010
It is a great honour to have been given the title of Godparent. The parents of baby may have been guided by God’s loving thoughts to make you that special person in their baby’s life.
Your first thoughts will be centred primarily around Godparent gifts. What do you give which will speak where words fail and sum up everything that you feel towards your newfound responsibilities?
Every baby born into the world is a fresh new thought of God, so it is worth breathing some new ideas into perfect baby gifts for a Godchild. Whatever you choose, ensure that the present will withstand the test of time and remain a treasured memory of this symbolic day.
Christening gifts date back to biblical times when the three Magi offered baby Jesus Gold and Myrrh. Today, gifts for Godparents symbolise a future of honouring and loving God.
For that extra touch of Je’ne sais quoi, why not top all other Godparent presents with an antique christening gift?
These are charming, exquisite and lasting heirlooms which can be handed down throughout the generations. Choose from pewter angels to watch over baby, bedtime story books which carry the spirit of many peaceful nights or a silver christening cup to represent the cup of life.
Many antique pieces stem from the nineteenth century and were made by prestigious silversmiths. However, double check before purchasing that items are not monogrammed with the initials of the previous owner.
Other than this, antique christening gifts make special friends which bring forth special memories.
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February 18th, 2010
Choosing the godparents for your baby’s christening day is an important step regardless of whether you choose to have a traditional religious event or a simple naming ceremony. You are asking the chosen godparents to take on board an important responsibility and provide guidance and support to your baby as he or she grows up into adulthood. To show your thanks for them taking on this pivotal role, it is a lovely touch to provide godparent gifts when considering your Christening gifts purchases.
As a beautiful keepsake, why not give the godparents a silver trinket box or heart token. These can be made unique with your own inscription. Another idea is to give a silver frame with a photo of the baby to commemorate the day. Again you can celebrate the occasion by getting the babies’ name and the godparent’s name engraved on its surface.
Tokens can also be given in glass and a verse or poem that is special to the day used to keep it unique. Cups are also a lovely idea and can be kept for years to come.
All these items are inexpensive, but can provide a wealth of sentimental value to your chosen godparents.
No matter what you choose make it extra special by personalising the gift. Inscriptions such as ‘to a special godmother’ and the date of the christening or naming ceremony will provide a much loved memento of the occasion as well as showing your appreciation.
At Born Gifted we have some wonderful gifts for showing appreciation to your chosen godparents. during the
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September 16th, 2009
Being asked to be the godparent is a true honour. The title does come with a lot of responsibility but most of all, it gives you the right to spoil you godchild.
As the newly appointed godparent, you may not expect anything from your godchild’s parents. The parents of your godchild may however find it appropriate to give you a gift in appreciation. This is something that you will cherish and treasure forever as a reminder of your godchild’s christening.
What happens when the tables are turned? Suddenly, you have a baby and ask a relative or a friend to be your baby’s godparent. You too will have to buy a godparent gifts to that person to say thank you.
Purchasing godparent gifts are made easy here at Born Gifted. We have a range of gifts specially designed for parents to give to their chills godparents. These godparent gifts are memorable and have sentimental value.
When on the lookout for godparent gifts, it is good to know that Born Gifted has got you covered. We have a spectacular variety of godparent gifts that can be ordered directly online.
Many people opt to give a silver Godparent token to their child’s godparents as a special way of saying thank you. These tokens can also be found in glass and are really inexpensive, but very beautiful.
A glass guardian angel carrying a baby also makes spectacular godparent gifts. It symbolises the role of the godparent and looks really gorgeous. Godparent mugs and candles are just as appropriate alternatives.
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September 7th, 2009
Asking a friend or a relative to be your child’s godparent is a decision you have to be absolutely certain about. Godparents play a huge role in your children’s lives so you want to make sure that you trust the person you have offered this job to.
The godparent is the person who will stand next to you while your baby is being christened and will be there for your child if anything happens to you. This is a major responsibility for a godparent to have to carry and so it is important that you remember to thank the person for fulfilling this role.
You can show your appreciation in a number of ways. You can tell the person ‘thank you’ or write them a letter expressing your gratitude. You could also do something special for them or return the favour by being their children’s godparents.
Godparent gifts are an even better way of saying thank you. Godparent gifts are something that reminds them of that special day they took on the responsibility of godparent. When choosing godparent gifts, remember that it does not have to be flashy or expensive. It is something that has sentimental value and therefore it is not necessary for you to spend a fortune.
Here at Born Gifted, we stock a selection of various godparent tokens in either silver or glass. You will be able to find these tokens in square or heart shapes. They make perfect godparent gifts because they are so meaningful. Candles, vases and mugs also make great godparent gifts.
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July 28th, 2009
When you become a parent your child becomes one of the most important things in your life. The choice of godparent is reflected in this. It makes perfect sense that your choice will be someone who reflects some of the characteristics that you desire.
After all this person is going to play an important and lifetime role in your child’s life, by being able to be there for them when you can’t.
There are so many things you can count on a godparent to do and is truly a blessing to know there is someone out there that you can trust to take care of your child. This is why some parents give godparent gifts as a token of appreciation.
With Born Gifted you can get the perfect godparents gifts to show your appreciation. We have a wide range of gifts you can give to your trusted friend.
You can give these tokens to show how much it means to you for someone to take that kind of responsibility for you and your child. This will always be something you will forever be thankful for.
Just For A Godmother And Godfather
Some of the godparent gifts are made specifically for a godmother or godfather. You can choose between a godmother and godfather Pewter heart token or you can get a thank you godparent candle.
The tokens will be given to the godparents as a “thank you” for them to have something to remember the wonderful day by.
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July 12th, 2009
When you have been chosen to be a godparent you automatically inherit certain responsibilities. You will not only be the person that provides that place where the child can be spoilt but also the person who can provide them with toys that help boost their mental capability. You do act as a second pair of hands that parents could use.
Your responsibilities can change to other realms where your expertise as a godparent would be needed. These could and should include organising the baby shower or even the baby’s christening party.
Time to Get Planning
Planning the baby shower can be a great deal of fun as this is the time where you can give the godparents gifts. After you have started with your guest list then you will need to sort out the venue.
Booking in advance gives you time to plan a theme that will go with your baby shower. Yes, these things are no longer slap and bang. They are real affairs where people can have fun celebrating the arrival of the new life.
We at Born gifted offer you with the chance to provide the best godparent gifts that you can. No need to think that money buys love but it does buy the right type of play gift that can make a difference in a child’s life.
As adults we can still remember certain gifts from our childhood and that is what we aim to achieve with our godparents gifts. We want you to be able to create those lasting memories that your godchildren will remember when they are old and grey.
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