Christening Gifts
Christening gifts should last long after the day itself — keepsakes marked with the child’s name and christening date. The most-loved pieces in the range are exactly that: the On Your Christening personalised candle, a wooden train carrying the child’s name, photo blocks and jigsaws printed from a favourite picture, and a first hurley with their name on it.
Buying a christening gift as a godmother or godfather? Tradition leans towards a keepsake the family will bring out years from now — a personalised keepsake box, an engraved christening glass cup, or a plush bear with a matching personalised blanket. A christening gift from grandparents is usually the bigger keepsake — a photo book or a wooden train — while family friends and relatives are well served by personalised candles, embroidered bathrobes and baby gift hampers: safe, lasting choices for boys and girls alike.
Most pieces here are personalised gifts made to order with the child’s name and christening date — each product page shows what you can enter — and you can add a personalised card with your own message at checkout, with delivery across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Looking for a gift for the new arrival rather than the christening? See our new baby gifts.
Choosing a christening gift
If you’re buying as a godparent, tradition leans towards keepsakes: a personalised keepsake box, a first hurley with the child’s name, or an engraved piece the family will bring out years from now. For family friends and relatives, personalised candles, embroidered bathrobes, photo books and baby gift hampers are safe, lasting choices for boys and girls alike. Most personalised pieces are made to order with the child’s name — and many with the christening date — so the gift is tied to the day itself.
What is a traditional christening gift?
Godparents traditionally give a keepsake — something made to last, such as a personalised keepsake box or an engraved gift. Family friends more often choose a practical or decorative personalised piece: a candle, bathrobe, photo book or baby hamper.
Can christening gifts be personalised?
Most of the range can be personalised with the child’s name, and many pieces can also carry the christening date. Personalised items are made to order.
How will the gift be presented?
Gifts sent straight to the recipient always arrive well-presented — exactly how depends on the gift. A hamper typically arrives in its own gift box, while other items are usually wrapped in tissue with a gift bag and ribbon, though presentation varies by item. You can also include a personalised card with your own message, added at checkout.
When should I order a christening gift?
Order a little ahead of the day: personalised pieces are made to order, so allow a few extra working days on top of normal delivery.
Explore our wide range of personalised Christening gifts including Name's First Hurley, personalised candles, photo books, baby gift hampers, embroidered bathrobes, and keepsake boxes. Whether you are looking for a unique present for a baby boy or girl, our selection offers thoughtful and memorable gifts perfect for celebrating this special occasion.