Christening gift.

the_devil_made_me_do_it

I am soon to be god parent to twin boys & have no idea about suitable gifts.

Can anyone offer some ideas about what to buy please.

tealeaves

Hi, just a few ideas off the top of my head. Im sure someone will come along later with better suggestions.
My first bible, first prayer book.
Personalised gift.
Classic book like Peter rabbit. Something that would be a good keepsake.
Could buy a bond for them that they can withdraw in future.

Nanamia

What a great honour:) it will be lovely twin boys you will have your work cut out in years to come!
My granddaughter was christened last weekend - such a beautiful service and very special day. I'm a very proud Nana:)
Word of advice don't buy silver money boxes, christening photo frames etc seems everybody gets duplicates of those. Speak to the children's mum and dad see if they've got any ideas. My granddaughter got a children's illustrated bible which will be a nice keep sake but you would only need one wouldn't you. Why not take the boys (in their christening outfits) to have their photos taken (like an official christening photo) think Max Speilman are doing sittings for £6 a right bargain and a fabulous keepsake. And maybe a book of voucher for Mum and Dad promising babysitting, an hours ironing, take them to the park etc:)

the_devil_made_me_do_it

The twin boys are my partner's sister's babies. They are great little boys & it is indeed an honor.

However, my partner is not taking part as he is a staunch atheist. He will attend the christening but that will be it. So a bible or religious gift is totally out of the question.

Thanks for the ideas so far, it's much appreciated.

michelle2008

You could get a nice memory book for each of them - mamas and papas do lovely ones.

Fill in the early information yourself and concentrate on them as individuals as well as one of a set!!

It will be nice when they are older for them to have a personalised record. So much will simply be memories and photos of 'the twins' and parents can often forget which one made that funny noise or expression.

Dunroamin

the_devil_made_me_do_it wrote: »

The twin boys are my partner's sister's babies. They are great little boys & it is indeed an honor.

However, my partner is not taking part as he is a staunch atheist. He will attend the christening but that will be it. So a bible or religious gift is totally out of the question.

Thanks for the ideas so far, it's much appreciated.

But your partner isn't being asked to be the Godparent - you are. As a non believer (and a non Godparent), I don't really see why his opinion comes into it; you'll be the person having this important relationship throughout the children's life.

Nobody's expecting him to give them religious birthday presents but it's you that's getting them baptismal gifts.

mum2one

what about a silver (or gold - depending on prices) St Christopher neckalce for them, its something that boys can wear as well, even if its kept till they are older.

You have the religious element of the St Christopher, but also the pratical that they can use them. Argos is a good place to start
I know when DD was christened we had bracelets, money boxes, tooth + hair containers literally coming out of our ears. Not that we were gratefull for the thought, I didn't anything just people to share our special day. xx

NorthernDan

I always think this is a really awkward celebration to buy for as I like to try and get things a little unique.

Some good ideas though, I still have my St Christopher from my christening and Communion, so I think this is a great idea.

bazzyb

the_devil_made_me_do_it wrote: »

However, my partner is not taking part as he is a staunch atheist. He will attend the christening but that will be it. So a bible or religious gift is totally out of the question.

Your partner would object to you buying a Christian gift to celebrate a Christian ceremony, but is happy for you to help to bring the children up in the Christian faith? Sounds very strange, how does he expect you to help the children with their Christian faith upbringing without them having so much as a Bible?!

I assume that you both understand what a godparent is, and what the responsibilities are. If so, and you are not comfortable with this then with respect I would suggest that you decline to be a godparent.

the_devil_made_me_do_it

We are both non-believers. My partner was asked to be god parent but declined. I, on the other hand can put beliefs to one side for the service. However, I will play no part in the twins future beliefs.

There is a special bond between the mother of the twins & myself. So, this is why I have agreed to be god parent. I will be there for the twins, that's not in question.

Also, there are many other reasons why people are asked to be god parents & it's not necessarily about religion.

I just wanted some gift ideas

Dark_Star

Post office child savings bonds....these are for fixed amounts & can just sit there & be used to buy something special in years to come....

Or premium bonds!:D