As an different option to the universal high street baby presents, which may often be replicated or look ‘department store’ you could opt for a different and more unconventional gift, which indicates you have put your effort and consideration into selecting a unique gift for the newborn baby. These unique and thoughtful presents are often kept as souvenirs and can be put in memory boxes and kept as keepsakes of baby’s earlier years. Individual and unique gifts are our ethos, whilst adhering to strict ethics and environmental production policies. Some ideas and suggestions for babywear are listed below.
1) A baby record book is the ideal present to record and cherish all those first memories and special experiences such as baby’s and family’s details, Christenings or baby showers and birthday celebrations. Also the ideal place to record special events like taking first steps and saying first words. Individual, unique and handmade, whilst made ethically in helping less fortunate communities to support their families, they are made with natural linen cover and closed with twine and complimented by a baby tag. Perfect as a newborn baby present for your own baby, or a special gift for a newborn baby of relations or close friends. East of India range also includes first memory boxes, birth certificate holders and photograph albums all made with their strict adherence to ethical policies.
2) The Fairtrade Cotton Crochet Pixie Rattle Doll by Pebble available in six different designs with a rattle inside to encourage hand and eye co-ordination and promote hearing. Without having a face these dolls are recognised to stimulate creativeness and role play. Pebble promotes dependable and maintainable rural jobs in a reputable and secure working environment for over 5,000 women of all ages in 52 different regions of Bangladesh. More than simply a unique gift, these toys are both educational and ethically made. Other fairtrade gifts by Pebble include, knitted fruit and vegetables, crochet pink flower rattles, knitted floppy bears, knitted little wonky bird rattles and pastel knitted cupcake set.
3) The Maxine Pharoah customised cushion, in its handmade classic style, includes a high quality printed image from her original artwork. Made with linens, natural cotton, ribbon and buttons, stitched by hand and complete with button flap detail on the reverse, they are personalised and hand crafted to order. This unique and individual baby present is ideal for a New baby gift, Christening or Naming Day gift, special birthday present or to go with baby’s nursery. Carefully made and personally chosen, they are guaranteed to become a favourite keepsake.
4) The Trousselier Giraffe rattle by Trousselier Paris is crafted from the highest quality soft fabrics and ideal for newborn gifts. His soft mane and long neck make him easy to grip by small hands. Beautifully presented in his own pale blue Trousselier box, he is sure to be a most liked and valued present. The Trousselier range includes Bunny Angel, Squeaky lamb, Squeaky Kangaroo and bab, Dotty Rabbit Set and Long eared bunny. As an alternative to soft toys, Trousselier additionally have a wonderful range of Magic Lanterns which project eye catching moving images onto the lamp and also Wooden Music Boxes, a modern design of a traditional toy, with Mozart and Skaters Waltz tune, for 3 years plus.
5) For an unconventional and eye catching baby gift with soft textures, bright colours and ethically made with the environment in mind, the Lilliputiens range of toys include everything from Noah’s ark, Farmhouse, Pirate Ship and Wigwam and little Indians set to dolls and animal squeakers. They are all refreshingly unique, something different. They increase creative imagination through play and look amazing. The Lilliputien Xmas Nativity Set would certainly make an excellent gift for Baby’s first Christmas.