The significance of baby footprints

Many people find joy in finally seeing their child’s pretty little feet after nine months of pregnancy and generally before our kids are even able to take their first steps, you’ll notice that we’d have long taken interest in their footprints.

This is probably because in many instances, there’s a subconscious sense of security we find in the fact that the uniqueness of every child’s footprints gives them a distinct identity.

It is amazing how babies grow and change so quickly. Over the course of a few months, we can observe their cute and adorable feet and hands transform. In such a short time they go from infants to toddlers. In fact, a year after your child’s birth, your baby would have doubled in size and before you know it your precious little baby girl or boy is an adolescent.

It is for this and many other reasons that we enjoy finding new fun and memorable ways to document their growth by creating relics that will remind us of these magical moments. Since your baby’s hands and feet will not always remain small, fragile and innocent as they are right now you should consider using baby footprints as a way to create mementos you can cherish years from now!

Baby footprint kit

There are many ways to make baby footprint souvenirs or gifts and as kids grow older, you can also keep them occupied and entertained by giving them their own personal stamp projects. The easiest way to get started is to have a baby footprint kit that is suited to your ideas. There are many forms of baby footprints and each requires a set of tools to create.

Baby footprint kits can consist of a variety of items depending on the method which will be used to create them and what kind of footprint you intend on making.

Some of the DIY footprint kits will include items such as clay, rollers, shaping rings, frames, ribbons, molding tools, paints, non-toxic washable ink pads, paper cutters, colored pencils, water-proof pens or marker and envelopes just to name a few.

Bubzi Co is providing you ink and natural clay kits for your baby's little feet and hands.

Baby footprint art

If you want a piece of art to express the love for your child, or want to make a precious keepsake for your little ones, footprint art is a good way to achieve that.

Perhaps you just want a unique ornament or gift, some cool wall art, or an interesting home decoration to make your home look different. All these fancies can be within your reach if actually considered creating footprint art.

Some of the things you can create include:

• Personalized cards - personalized cards can be created using your baby's footprints and give it to a loved one like the grandparents or godparents for keepsake.
• Wall art – baby footprint art is perfect for decorating your baby’s nursery because it gives it that personal feel when you involve them in branding their own personal space. Also, the wonderful thing about such types of wall art is that they can be used even the family living room or for decorating other areas of the house.
• Event art – whether it’s baby shower, Easter, Christmas, or Birthdays, using baby footprint art for gifts is a fun and thoughtful way of presenting loved ones with meaningful gifts. This creates a stronger bond among family members and helps with the integration of kids into extended family dynamics.

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Baby footprint ideas

The list of ideas for baby footprints can be inexhaustible but some of the most popular creations include:

• Rainbow Butterfly – the toes will make up the wings. If artwork is put in a nice frame this can be an awesome gift idea.
• Stepping Stones – these can used to decorate footpaths in your back garden or outdoor space.
• Footprint Potholder – decorating your child’s pot holder can be a fun way to assume and engage your kids
• Footprint Plaque – cute and often chubby baby feet can be displayed on a plaque and are actually a good addition to your home décor if you want to create that sense of warmth and love.

It’s always good to remember that your baby's first clothes and toys will eventually get old and worn out which means you’re bound to eventually dispose of them. Your baby's footprints on the other hand, are time markers you’ll always want to hold on to.

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Footprint gift ideas

If you want some simple but special footprint gift ideas then you should check out our Baby Hand and Footprint DIY Frame Package which is a keepsake sure to preserve your priceless memories, or our Natural Clay Baby Footprint and Handprint Casting Frame Package which comes in a white and a brown color.

Baby footprints DIY

A good example of a simple and easy way to create DIY baby footprints is by using salt dough because the actual process is not complicated but it’s definitely memorable.

For instance, all you really need to create beautiful footprint art will be a cup of plain flour, a cup of salt, and two-thirds cup of water to make your dough which your baby will step into and you can let it dry.

Baby footprint frames

There are many different types of footprint frames that you can buy to put your child’s footprints in for keepsake.

Our children grow up so fast, but as parents we all wish we could sometimes keep them at their littlest and cutest so frames are a great way to preserve that artwork you’ve created with your baby’s footprints.

Frames can come in all shapes and sizes and depending on where you want to place the frame in your home; you may have varying specifications for which are well suited and fit in with the rest of your décor.

Baby footprint stamp

Getting the perfect stamp of your baby’s footprint is all about making sure you’re careful and gentle when press baby’s feet into dough for example by pressing firmly but very delicately to get a good impression.

If dipping your little one’s feet in paint you also want to make sure you’re holding them and supporting them. A good way to get a clean stamp is to do it while your child is sitting in its swing or someone else's lap to keep them still.

Baby footprint ornament

Remembering our children’s earliest days by keeping a record through footprint ornaments is an art to be treasured.

Being able to create such items which will always have great sentimental value as a way to preserve memories is something we should all try.

It’s a creative, thoughtful and fun way of telling the story of your child’s growth.

Who can resist those tiny little feet and hands? Your baby’s foot and handprints make the cutest art and are the perfect starting point for a piece that will last a lifetime. Their hands and feet are only little for so long so it’s important you capture that precious moment when you can. Whether you choose to use a DIY Keepsake kit like Bubzi Co.'s Handprint and Footprint Air Drying Clay or Ink Frame Keepsake Kit, or choose to use a DIY method like salt dough, you’re sure to create a memento that anyone would treasure. Use the ideas above to help you capture your infant’s prints in the most memorable way possible so you can cherish the memories for years to come.

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