Personalised Christening Gifts: A UK Buyer's Guide for Godparents

A christening gift carries weight. As a godparent, you want something the family displays — not stores in the loft. The trick is choosing something personal, beautiful and a little understated.

The classic personalised christening gifts

• Engraved keepsake box for storing the christening gown, candle and cards
• Personalised silver-plated frame for the christening photo
• Wooden name plaque with date and verse
• Embroidered christening blanket in cream or white
• Engraved wooden cross or memento ornament

What to put on a personalised christening gift

Stick to: full name, date of christening, and (optionally) a short Bible verse, parents' or godparents' names, or a single meaningful word. Less is more — clutter ages badly.

Allow time

Christening gifts are made to order and engraved by hand. Allow at least 2 weeks before the christening date for UK delivery.