What is an appropriate Baptism gift for an acquaintance?

i once gave a keepsake box where one could write simple messages for the child. this is actually a gift for the child, but a responsibility of the parents, at least until the child is old enough to read the messages. the child's parents can write simple notes, thoughts, and messages then put those in the keepsake box. they can do this for several years and when they feel it's a good time already, they can turn over this box, full of messages, to their child.

All good suggestions, and the gift sounds like a nice gesture. You should know though that Mormon baptisms aren't necessarily a gift-giving occasion. The child probably just turned eight, so they just got a bunch of birthday stuff. Just sayin', it's certainly appropriate for you to just show up if that's your preference. It's generally Sunday dress, which for Mormons is almost always dresses for ladies and dress pants with a white shirt and tie for guys. (But no one will care if you wear something different.)

Some baptismal gifts I received for my 2 babies were:

1) Baby bible (has stories for kids)

2) any religious themed book for kids

3) ceramic painted cross (small) with engraving on the back from my mom and sister

4) a check

5) a handmade blanket

All of the previous answers are good. But all of those gifts may have already been bought by people who know her well. I actually like to give gifts that the baby can use. Why not buy a cute little outfit that the baby can wear during the summer? Babies always need clothes.

a baby bible is nice, a savings bond, a small cross, a rosary they are all common gifts for a baptism personalizing the gifts are also nice. A small white frame personalized with the baby's name in gold or silver, you can do it yourself with rub on letters.

Good Luck

Appropriate Baptism Gifts

a savings bond

a gift card for a children's clothing store

a children's bible

a necklace with a cross

I would give money, or a savings bond. $25 if you are going alone.