Candle Favors for Baby Showers - Symbolic in Their Use
written by Donna Gorenflo
When someone lights a candle, it can symbolize
creation, as the burning flame springs forth from the wick like new growth in the spring. The literal meaning of the word candle is to shine, so a candle is a representation of
the hopefulness and happiness of renewal that shines forth with each new birth. The flame of a candle has for hundreds of years, signified creation and rebirth. The candle's position in the
celebration of an impending birth at a baby shower is assured by history.
Candles are perfect for baby shower decorations. A glowing candle's ambiance is one of joy and celebration. The new mother and the guests will delight in the lovely glow of the candles. A focal point of flowers, storks, teddy bears, or whatever theme you select, with a center candle is the excellent complement for the gift table.
As a souvenir of remembrance, votive candles or decorative candle tins to match the theme could be given as baby shower favors. A larger version of the shower favors could also be given to the new mother so she can
think back on the abundant love of friends and family each and every time she lights it. Candles in jars
make the greatest prizes for games and even unique baby gifts and can be located to go with any baby shower theme.
Giving candles as baby shower candle favors came about because they serve as a reminder of the blessed event that can be enjoyed long after. Each lighting of the candle brings back the memory of the baby's birth, making the candle a fabulous memento.
Along with the beauty of candlelight is the smell that can kindle a sense of tenderness, innocence and rebirth that a brand new baby stirs within us. Setting
candles scented with baby powder and pillars at
various points in the room will communicate a sense of serenity and contentment, soothing the mother-to-be and her guests, allowing for a great baby shower experience for everyone.
To make a baby shower especially memorable, an arrangement of candles can be set up with one for each and every guest and a bigger candle for the expectant mother. Lighting the candles starts with the mommy to be.
She will light the biggest candle and says a wish for her new child. Each guest then lights one of the smaller candles from the mother's candle and bestows their blessings on the unborn child, for example, May she be kind or may she be a blessing to
the mom and dad. This is a great opportunity for the shower guests to indicate their love for the mother and father. Watching as the light goes from one little
flame to a brilliant glow, filling the room, contributes to the wonderful party.
Donna Gorenflo, owner and operator of Bama Babies & Birthdays
recognizes the need to host an eventful
baby shower. Customizing is the key in creating a momentous event and our extraordinary line of
unique favors to the guests have been sought after among baby shower party hosts since before 2001.
