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Once the ceremony\u2019s booked and your little one\u2019s outfit is all sorted, it\u2019s time to start thinking about some Christening after party ideas. From your venue to your d\u00e9cor and food, there are plenty of things that go into making the celebration feel super special.<\/p>\n

To help inspire you, we\u2019ve rounded up a selection of Christening party ideas, so all you\u2019ll need to do is have a look through our guide and pick out your favourites!<\/p>\n

Recently received an invitation to a Christening? We have a beautiful collection of Christening cards<\/a> for you to explore too. Whether you\u2019re looking for something sweet or traditional, our independent illustrators have drawn up a range of lovely designs:<\/p>\n

\"On
\"Zoe

Zoe Spry<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"With
\"Jon

Jon Higham<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"Colourful
\"Kali

Kali Stileman<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"Hopes
\"Eskimo

Eskimo Kiss Designs<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"To
\"Here's

Here's to Us<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"Christening
\"Angela

Angela Chick<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"To
\"Here's

Here's to Us<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div>

\"Christening
\"Louise

Louise Tiler<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n

Once you\u2019ve chosen, feel free to take a peek at our guide on what to write in a Christening card<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What is a Christening or Baptism party?<\/h2>\n

A Christening or Baptism party is a celebration held after a child\u2019s religious Christening or Baptism ceremony. It gives loved ones and guests an opportunity to gather in a relaxed setting, spend time together, share food and drinks, and celebrate the happy occasion.<\/p>\n

Exactly how you celebrate is completely up to you. Some families might book a private room at a restaurant, while others might head home for sandwiches, cake, and tea. If you\u2019re having your Christening ceremony in a church, hosting the celebration in the church function room is another popular option.<\/p>\n

You could have a big guest list with everyone from grandparents to old family friends in attendance, or keep it small with immediate family and godparents. There\u2019s no set way to do things, and the best Christening party will be the one that works best for you.<\/p>\n

Ideas for a Christening party<\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019ve got an idea of how you\u2019d like to celebrate and where you\u2019re going to host, it\u2019s time to start planning all the fun details that will bring your Christening party together. Below we\u2019ll run through themes, food ideas, and more Christening party ideas to help you put your own stamp on the day.<\/p>\n

Baptism party themes<\/h3>\n

Choosing your theme first is a brilliant idea as everything else can be planned around it. If you\u2019ve got no idea where to begin, here\u2019s some inspo!<\/p>\n

1. Storybooks<\/h4>\n

If your little one has a favourite bedtime story, you could use it as inspiration for the party! Choose a single book and base everything around that or create a more general book theme with character illustrations and nods to popular stories.<\/p>\n

You could also ask guests to bring along a book with a personalised message inside as a gift. This way you\u2019ll have a library filled with stories and messages from everyone who attended.<\/p>\n

2. Florals<\/h4>\n

A floral theme is perfect if you\u2019re after something pretty and traditional. This will work wherever you\u2019re hosting, whether that\u2019s a church function room or your own home. Choose a few favourite flowers (hydrangeas, carnations, and white roses would look lovely) and let them inspire your cake design, table decorations and more.<\/p>\n

3. Outdoor picnic<\/h4>\n

If the Christening is taking place in the summer months, spread out some picnic blankets in your garden (or other green space) for a sunny celebration afterwards. Keep things relaxed with finger sandwiches, fresh fruit, and plenty of drinks, and make sure there\u2019s enough shade for younger attendees.<\/p>\n

4. Stars, moons, and clouds<\/h4>\n

Look to the skies for your Christening party theme! Go with a white, gold, and soft sky-blue colour scheme, and build a crescent moon balloon arch against a fairy-light backdrop. This dreamy, celestial setting will create a special atmosphere for the big day.<\/p>\n

Baptism party decoration inspiration<\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve got the theme sorted, it\u2019s time to bring everything together by picking out some complementary d\u00e9cor. Here are some suggestions to get you thinking, but don\u2019t be afraid to add your own touches:<\/p>\n