12 thoughtful gifts for godparents


by Samantha Ball |
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It's an honourable role for a close friend or family member to be chosen as godparent for your child, so it's understandable that when it comes to choosing gifts for godparents, you want to choose something that's a little more thoughtful.

Whether you're planning to buy a gift as a token of appreciation on your child's christening day, or for another occasion such as Christmas or birthday's, a thoughtful gift for godparents is always a lot more appreciated.

Best gifts for godparents at a glance:

Best keepsake gifts for godparents: Willow Tree Guardian Angel Figurine - buy here on Amazon.
Best candle gifts for godparents: Will You Be My Godmother Christening Keepsake Candle - buy here on Etsy.
Best proposal gifts for godparents: Will You Be My Godparent - buy here on Not On The High Street.

From sentimental keepsakes to gifts asking for someone to be a godparent, we've found the best gifts for godparents that will be treasured.

Best keepsake gifts for godparents

Best gifts or godparents Willow Tree Guardian Angel Figurine

Rrp: £24.00

Price: £21.25
Alternative retailers
Argos£25.00View offer
Wayfair UK£28.99View offer

Description

The Willow Tree Guardian Angel Figurine can symbolise the little ones godparents watching over

Pros

  • Symbolises love and closeness
  • Beautiful ornament

Cons

  • It only comes as a female guardian

Best candle gifts for godparents

Description

The Will You Be My Godmother Christening Keepsake Gift Candle doesn't just have to be a proposal

Pros

  • Presents beautifully
  • Choose the scent you want

Cons

  • Can't know the scent strength

Best T-shirt gifts for godparents

Description

Ideal for fans of the hit comedy show, the Ladies Godmother I'll Be There For You T-shirt is a

Pros

  • Unique gift
  • Great for a FRIENDs fan

Cons

  • Personalisation of name changes is hard to see

Best mug gifts for godparents

Description

The Godparent Proposal Gift mug is a lovely way to commemorate the year loved one become godparent

Pros

  • Simple design
  • Great as a general gift or proposal

Cons

  • Very simple design

Best plant gifts for godparents

Description

For something a little different, why not gift your child's godparent's this gorgeous Personalised

Pros

  • Beautiful tree
  • Personalised for the godparent

Cons

  • No onsite reviews

Best glass gifts for godparents

Description

This Personalised Pint Glass for godfather's is a lovely, sentimental gift. It can be reused for

Pros

  • Personalised with name and established year
  • Easy to clean

Cons

  • No onsite reviews

Best thank you gifts for godparents

Description

A simple thank you gift to a godparent, the 'Little Something' Thank You Heart Earrings are a

Pros

  • Presented lovely
  • Thoughtful git

Cons

  • No onsite reviews

Best proposal gifts for godparents

Description

The Will You Be My Godparents baby vest comes in sizes from birth, up to 18 months. It's a simple

Pros

  • Sweet design
  • Soft material

Cons

  • Sizes are a little bigger

Best coaster gifts for godparents

Description

A coaster will always get used and this Godparent Ceramic Coaster is bound to be a hit. It's made

Pros

  • Beautifully presented
  • Personalised

Cons

  • Limited to only sibling and friend personalistion

Best plant pot gifts for godparents

Description

This glazed pottery plant pot makes a great gift. The Personalised Godparents Indoor Plant Pot

Pros

  • Hand engraved
  • Option to add plant seeds

Cons

  • Plant not included

Best necklace gifts for godparents

Godmother and Godson Necklace
Price: £13.65+

www.etsy.com

Description

Choose between three colours: gold, rose gold and silver and then you can add none, one or even

Pros

  • Beautiful design
  • Thoughtful gift

Cons

  • Additional costs for additional birthstones

Best photo gifts for godparents

Description

The Will You Be My Godmother / Godfather box is an extremely thoughtful gift and proposal gift. It

Pros

  • Includes four photos
  • Personalised with name on lid

Cons

  • Photos will be cropped to a square

Does the gift for godparents need to be personalised?

If you're buying a gift for a godparent, you don't need to choose something that's personalised or godparent related. You can opt for a generic gift such as a hamper or piece of jewellery. The gift will still be thoughtful and appreciated.

Samantha Ball is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby and freelanced for the website for two years before joining the team full time. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best products and cute outfits.

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