Annaprashan Return Gifts India: Handmade Ideas

Annaprashan, the rice-feeding ceremony, marks a baby’s first taste of solid food, usually at around six months. Families gather to bless the baby, and a small return gift is a thoughtful way to thank them. Here are handmade options from Crafted by Ann with current prices, plus ideas for what the baby can wear.

Return gifts for guests

Handmade Crochet Rose Keychain (₹69): a crochet rose on a sturdy metal ring, in yellow, blue, pink or rainbow. Yellow suits the festive colours of the day.
Crochet Bow Keychain – Red & Green (₹119): a bright red-and-green bow keychain that looks festive on a return-gift tray.
Crochet Flower Hair Clips (₹40 for a pair): for the women and girls in the family.
Personalised Mini Ring Album (₹149): a pocket album of the baby’s first six months, for grandparents. Confirm photos and the final price on WhatsApp.

Return-gift sets

Per-guest totals, based on listed prices at the time of writing:

Every guest (₹69): one rose keychain.
Women and girls (₹109): a rose keychain (₹69) and a pair of flower hair clips (₹40).
Grandparents (₹268): a mini ring album (₹149) and a bow keychain (₹119).

What the baby can wear

By around six months many babies have outgrown newborn sizes, so choose pieces made for older babies:

Crochet Baby Booties with Bow (0–12 months) (₹299): made for 0–12 months, with a stitched bow.
Red Crochet Baby Shoes with Bow (0–6 months) (₹299): classic red booties for 0–6 months, a festive touch.
Crochet Baby Cardigan – Red & White (₹899): a red-and-white crochet cardigan for an air-conditioned hall or a cool evening. Message us on WhatsApp to check the size for your baby’s age.

The crochet baby size chart helps you check measurements, and how to wash crochet baby clothes keeps the outfit looking good after the feast.

A keepsake from the day

The Personalised Pyramid Photo Album (₹699) and the Colorful Wings Personalised Scrapbook (₹800) are good ways to keep the photos of the first bite, the blessings and the family together. Send photos, names and the date on WhatsApp.

Tips

Keep gifts away from the food. Lay the return gifts out on a separate table near the exit, where guests pick them up as they leave.
Use the baby’s name. A small card saying “Thank you for blessing [name]” makes each gift personal.
Order once the date is fixed. The ceremony date is often chosen with an auspicious muhurat, so book as soon as it’s confirmed.

How to order return gifts

Choose the pieces and colours from the product pages linked above.
For more than a few pieces, message us on WhatsApp first with the quantity, colours and the date of the function, so we can confirm what is possible in time.
Allow time. Every piece is made to order. Standard orders are normally dispatched within 5–7 calendar days after payment and after we have all the details (including design approval for personalised items), and delivery time is additional. Bulk orders can take longer, so contact us as early as you can.
Delivery. Standard delivery is free on orders above ₹500, which most return-gift orders cross. A paid faster option, Speed Post, is shown at checkout.

Ordering for a function? See return gifts in bulk or custom orders.

Frequently asked questions

What return gifts are good for annaprashan?

Small, useful pieces that guests keep: crochet keychains (from ₹69), flower hair clips (₹40 a pair) for women and girls, and a personalised mini photo album (₹149) for grandparents.

What should a baby wear for annaprashan?

Choose pieces for about six months: booties made for 0–12 months (₹299), red booties for 0–6 months (₹299), or a crochet cardigan (₹899) for a cool hall. Check sizes on WhatsApp.

Can I order return gifts in bulk?

Yes. Message us on WhatsApp with the quantity, colours and the date of your function. Every piece is made by hand, so the earlier you get in touch, the better.

Do you deliver across India?

Yes. Pieces are handmade in India and shipped across India. Standard delivery is free on orders above ₹500.