Let’s get sentimental. A baby’s Christening or Baptism is his first big event in a lifetime of religious faith. It’s something to be remembered years down the road. Most of us have a trinket or two from different special events that have become a keepsake to us–a prized possession. Our Christening keepsakes have become our treasures as years have passed. Each memento serves as a memory and link to the past; the beginning promise of a wonderful life. These treasures are often shared with our family and close friends, bringing us together with love and memories. These are precious traditions! As parents, we long for our children to have the same special sentiments, the same fond memories and feel the same love. These are some sweet Christening sentiments that can become mementos for baby’s lifetime and even generations to come.

• Christening gowns often become treasured keepsakes that are used by many other children in the family and handed down from generation to generation
• Other Christening clothing, such as a slip, is often shared between siblings. Each one’s initials can be embroidered on the hem to make it even more special
• Christening booties become a lifetime keepsake
• A cross necklace can be shared between siblings and generations
• A special picture frame becomes a lifetime keepsake
• A special memory book from the event to share the event with future generations
• Baby’s boutonniere may become part of the wedding bouquet or garter
• Baby’s bracelet may become part of the wedding bouquet or garter
• Baby’s bonnet may become a trousseau hankie
• Her headband can become her wedding garter
• A special scripture book may be used at their first communion, then become a wedding keepsake
• A special Mother’s hankie can be used at all her precious little one’s special occasions, including the wedding down the road

{Turn your Christening headband into your wedding garter.}

Share with us! What sweet Christening traditions do you have?