First Christmas Ornaments: Baby, Newlyweds, New Home, and New Pet
The first Christmas of anything is the one people remember. Here's how to mark it with an ornament that still looks right in thirty years.
Every ornament on a family tree has a story, but the ones that get the most attention are the "firsts." The first Christmas as a married couple, the first with a new baby, the first in a new house, the first with a puppy. Those are the ornaments people look for every year.
Baby's first Christmas
A name and a year are the basics. Some people add the baby's birth date or weight. Keep it simple, so it looks right on a small ornament and still makes sense when the baby is thirty.
Newlyweds
Two names and the wedding date are a classic combination. A newly married couple often gets several of these as gifts, so something with a personal detail, like the venue or a shared phrase, stands out.
New home
A house ornament with the year and the family name is a good keepsake for a first home. Before you put an address on it, think about privacy. The city and the year are usually plenty.
New pet
A paw print, the pet's name, and the year make a great ornament for a puppy's first Christmas. If your pet has passed, we also make memorial ornaments.
What should you put on a first Christmas ornament?
A name, a year, and maybe one small detail. That's it. A short line is easier to read on a small piece and holds up better over time. If it's a gift, ask yourself whether it will still make sense decades from now.
Can ornaments match year after year?
Yes. A lot of families start a tradition of one ornament each year in the same style. If you want a matching series, tell us, and we'll keep the style consistent from year to year.
When should you order?
Ornaments sell fast in November and December. Ordering in October gives you time for a proof and avoids the rush. If it's a gift, leave extra time for shipping.
Tell us who the ornament is for and what happened this year, and we'll help you design it.