Perhaps the most mysterious event for a person can be called baptism. Preparation for it is carried out very carefully. We need to think through everything to the smallest detail. Particular attention is paid to attributes.
A cross is pre-selected for the baby. It can be purchased at the church. If you want to have an exclusive item, you must order it at a jewelry store. The best option for attaching a cross for a baby is a narrow braid. Clothing is also important, the range of which is quite wide. If for any reason you were unable to purchase a special kit, do not be scared, the main thing is that the clothing for baptism should be modest, clean, and of high quality. Mandatory attribute is kryzhma.
Baptism Towels
Kryzhma is, according to ancient tradition, a new clothes of snow-white color, which is a symbol of sinlessness and purity. But today, a white shirt is increasingly replaced by an ordinary diaper, linen or towel. This attribute should be acquired by the godmother. It is she who brings to the church a towel for the baptism of the child. After the holy font, the mother takes the baby into the kryzhma and holds it until the end of the rite.
Material and size
There are nuances that you need to pay attention to when buying a symbolic robe. The material of the baptismal towel must be soft and pleasant to the touch, and most importantly, natural, because it is prepared for the baby. It is recommended to use terry, linen or cotton. Kryzhma from silk and satin look very beautiful, but they are not too practical. To the touch, cold and poorly absorb water. Therefore, bona fide godparents choose towels for baptism from natural fabrics, and then they are beautifully decorated with various ribbons, bows, ruffles, embroidery.
As for the size, the kryzhma should be the size of the child so that it can be freely wrapped (the optimal size is meter per meter).
In addition, hoods are often sewn to such a robe. After bathing, the baby is thrown over his head, and the cool air is no longer terrible. A very convenient option, and you can perform it quite independently.
How to decorate the main attribute?
It does not matter what the godmother chose for baptism, because any thing can be originally decorated. Baptism towels can be sewn around the perimeter with a satin ribbon or made beautiful inserts, sew small flowers, bows, fringe or ryushek. Exclusive work will be embroidery or stitching. For the drawings, various ornaments, rhombuses, flowers, small angels, the initials of the godson, and a cross are used.
Main amulet
There are several options regarding storage. Some say that Kryzhma is sacredly cherished all their lives, without using it in everyday life, because on it, quite possibly, drops of myrtle could remain. Others are sure that the towel should be used as much as possible, as a protection of the baby from all the bad.
Even if you have figured out for yourself what kind of towel you need for baptism, you should remember that kryzhma is a mandatory attribute, a symbol of sinlessness, which should be absolutely white and crystal clear.