So you've been invited to a baby shower or a friend's just had a new baby and now you have to decide on a gift. But with so much choice out there, where do you start? Here are my top 5 unusual new baby presents to give you a helping hand:
1. The Nappy Cake.
Before I hear you say 'bleurgh!' this isn't a cake that you eat! A nappy cake is made from rolled nappies, arranged into tiers to resemble a wedding cake. They are then filled and decorated with useful baby items and make a fantastic centerpiece for the baby shower as well as a fantastic gift as they really have the 'wow' factor. They are available in different sizes and to suit all pockets so there'll be something amazing for your budget.
2. The Baby Bouquet
Instead of the usual bunch of flowers, why not go one step further and give a bouquet made from baby clothing rolled to look like flowers? Usually combined with foam or silk flowers and foliage these can be difficult to distinguish from the real thing. Also, unlike real flowers, this gift won't wilt and can be enjoyed until the arrival of the new baby when the clothing will come in very handy.
For those on a more limited budget, go for a sock rose. Make from 1 pair of baby socks they are rolled to resemble a single rose complete with leaf and then wrapped in cellophane & ribbon. Especially good as a small token baby shower gift if you are planning on getting a larger baby present after the baby has arrived.
3. Baby Sock Cupcakes
Just like the real thing, but kinder to the waistline! These cupcakes are actually made from little baby socks each nestled within a reusable silicone cupcake case and packaged in bakery boxes. Get pinks for a girl, blues for a boy or a combination of candy colours for a mouthwateringly visual treat.
4. Baby Smoothies
Want a unique gift? Go for a baby smoothie - so delicious mum-to-be will want to drink it! Looking like a fruity smoothie topped with whipped cream, they are in fact made from a baby sleepsuit & hat within a smoothie cup, topped with a weaning spoon. A very practical gift with fantastic & unique packaging!
5. Candy Box Socks
Strapped for cash but want to give a memorable & useful gift? Try Candy Box Socks - looking like a box of brightly coloured sweets, they are actually individual baby socks. These will definitely last longer than a box of candies!
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