Christening Dresses » Preparations For Christening http://www.christeningdresses.org Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:14:58 +0000 en hourly 1 Top Tips to Sew a Christening Dress http://www.christeningdresses.org/sew-a-christening-dress.htm http://www.christeningdresses.org/sew-a-christening-dress.htm#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2010 09:08:56 +0000 Lenvin http://www.christeningdresses.org/?p=56 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> The most special part of the christening occasion is the christening dress. It adds grace to the ceremony and also to the child. However, the thing that should deserve your special attention is definitely sewing of the christening dress. It takes a lot of time to sew, still the handmade ones made by the loved ones are even more meaningful. Moreover the handmade sewn clothes can be handed down from one baby to another, or even through the generations to carry the family tradition . Mostly, the christening gowns are sewn from white fabric, such as linen, cotton and sometimes silk. In some cases there are hand or machine sewn embellishments. To accessorize the dress, you can chose from lace, ribbons, embroidery or decorative tucks. However, the christening gowns can be simple or fancy according to your preference. Traditionally, boys wear the same long gowns as girls, but if you follow contemporary styles you can chose a white shirt and shorts for boys. Here are few simple tips to sew christening clothing easily.

1.       Choose patterns for the style of gown you want to drape your baby. Christening gown patterns can be of different lengths, and a variety of sleeve and collar styles. In some cases, the dress is also complemented with a matching bonnet. Although highly embellished gowns look beautiful, they consume more time and effort to sew. For sewing heavy embellishments, you must start long before the occasion.

2.       To sew the christening gowns, buy a good quality of white fabric. The kind of fabric should be according to the pattern you are choosing for the dress. Now pick out any ribbon or trim at the same time that seems appropriately matching to the fabric. Many plain white fabrics come in a variety of shades. Pick out good quality white thread, white buttons and other accessory, which you deem necessary.

3.       It’s time to cut out the pattern pieces with the help of a sharp scissors. Since baby clothes are small, there should not be much error, but put all your attention to cut them as accurately as possible. If you have started sewing several months ahead, you should make a good guess of the size the baby will have on his christening day.

4.       Finally, fold the white fabric in half right sides together and then pin the pattern pieces to the fabric. It’s the perfect time to cut out the fabric pieces and gradually sew them together. The pattern pieces come with guidelines and manual in the packaging. Sew the christening gown carefully, because it may going to be an heirloom for generations.

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]]> http://www.christeningdresses.org/sew-a-christening-dress.htm/feed 0 Top ways to Preserve Christening Gowns http://www.christeningdresses.org/top-ways-to-preserve-christening-gowns.htm http://www.christeningdresses.org/top-ways-to-preserve-christening-gowns.htm#comments Sun, 19 Dec 2010 09:08:58 +0000 Lenvin http://www.christeningdresses.org/?p=57 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> The holy Christening dress is no less significant than the event itself. Christening dresses carry the significance of the occasion in which the child is offered with his God parents. Therefore, many parents prefer preserving this holy attire for lifelong. However, preserving this special outfit is not easy. You need to follow some strict tips to preserve the brightness of this dress. Here is given a few guidelines about maintaining a christening gown


1. After using it, wash the gown thoroughly with a good quality of detergent powder. Christening gowns are usually white therefore, be careful to wash it in such a way that does not mar the brightness of the color. Pay careful attention to any cleaning instructions on the tag. Most of the gowns require a through hand wash. Sensitive detergents are also sometimes acceptable. It is recommended to use purified water to rinse the gown and make sure that no soap residue is left after rinsing out the gown.

2. Now dry the christening outfit overnight. After it dried out properly, you need to press it using an iron. Make the heat settings sensitive to the gown’s material. The heat settings are clearly mentioned in the iron.

3. Now, hang up your newborn’s ensemble for ideal preservation. To do this, use a cotton- or muslin-padded hanger with a rubber or plastic base. Avoid using wire hangers because wire is not suitable for sustaining the gown because the hanger’s metal may corrode easily.

4. Now, put it in a preservation bag, which should be made up of cotton or muslin. A baby’s gown is always soft and sensitive; therefore, vinyl or plastic bags and boxes are not good options. Instead, you can order a 100 percent cotton gown cover or buy muslin (mot very expensive) material bag and keep the baby gown in it. The material you choose for making a preservation bag should be completely free of bleaches, dyes or other chemicals, so that it cannot damage the threads of the gown.

5. Preserve the christening gown in a safe, out-of-the-way place. Check out if the place where you have kept it maintains a consistent temperature. Basements and attics are not a good idea for storing the gown; instead, choose a clean, dry closet.

So stop worrying any more. Get your child’s Christening dresses washed properly and preserve it in a way mentioned above.

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]]> http://www.christeningdresses.org/top-ways-to-preserve-christening-gowns.htm/feed 0 Preparations For Christening http://www.christeningdresses.org/preparations-for-christening.htm http://www.christeningdresses.org/preparations-for-christening.htm#comments Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:44:54 +0000 Lenvin http://www.christeningdresses.org/?p=5 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Christening is an important time for celebration. Baptism and christening is the way to allow the child to enter Christianity. It is a primary step to inculcate in the child, the values of the Church. Certificates for Baptism are required to be obtained. There are many formal and informal duties for the parents of the christening child. Firstly it is a personal choice to select a day. Church timings are also important to adhere too. Sometimes it is clubbed with the Sunday mass or also group baptisms are encouraged. Also it is important to get a feeling about the time available with your very close relatives and friends.

The christening dresses for babies are great choices. Discriminating choice is found in silks, satin and also polycot fabrics. Fur trims and woolen clothes are specially tailored for christening if the winter christening is decided. Clothes come in all sizes. White symbolizes purity-innocence and this is a common trait in children. Though it is common to use white, pink and mellow blues create a combination effect. It would be fine to keep the main dress in white satin. Little blue or pink bows with lace can add further grace to the dress.

The caps or headpieces are not allowed during the ceremony. The anointment is done till the chest and hence the clothes must be easy to loosen up. The baby bag must essentially have a lot of changing clothes, easy use bibs and cleaners and a whole load of diapers. It is also important to carefully arrange for an extra set of clothes for your older child and also adequate water and food to tackle temper tantrums. Keeping your older sibling comfortable will save you a lot of hassle and ask your in-laws to help you in dressing the other kids.

If you wish to have a thematic christening in the vintage style, then make sure to coordinate all efforts in the same way. Photographs are allowed in the church and make sure to capture the memory and the presence of your esteemed family. Parents of the christening baby also need style. Though white is preferred, ivory and coffee hinted creams are also perfect. Invest in a good pair of waistcoat or a matching tie for the occasion if you do not wish to splurge on a new suit. Make it very special for the sibling of the christening baby with formals or a flowing gowns in a comfortable pattern.

God parents are important people for the baby. Choose Godparents whom you believe can guide and be a support to child. Faith is important and it is more important for the child to be influenced by the character of the Godparents. Keep all baptism and parish certificates ready to register the christening function. After the christening, get togethers can happen with a tea party with cakes, sandwiches and other delicacies. If you have people who have specially made it from far away, a detailed arrangement about convenient stay and food has to be thought of. Party time after christening is all about bonding.

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