Tuesday, August 5, 2008

The Quinceañera Party and Gifts


Are you planning a Quinceanera party for your daughter. We have a beautiful array of party favors for you to choose from. In addition, below are the traditional gifts given.



Traditional gifts for the Quinceañera


Tiara: The Tiara symbolizes a princess before God. This usually replaces a headpiece worn by Quinceañera until she is blessed during the festivities.


Scepter: A Scepter is placed in the hand of the Quinceañera to symbolize her taking on adult roles as well as the authority that goes with her new position in the family and society.


Prayer Book or Bible: A prayer book or Bible is given to the Quinceañera as a resource to keep the word of God in her life.


A Ring or Bracelet is given to symbolize the never-ending circle of life, the never-ending cycle of womanhood as well as symbolic of her future contributions.


Earrings: Earrings are given to remind her to keep her ears in tune to the voice of God, or to listen to the word of God as well as the world around her.


Medallion: A medallion may be given to the Quinceañera as a symbol of her faith or as a reminder of her Quinceañeras celebration, usually numbered 15.


A Rosario: A Rosario or Rosary Beads are often given in combination with the bible as a useful tool in prayer life of any young Catholic Woman.


Accessories Bouquet: Used if a mass service is held to place at the Altar of the Virgin Maria as a gift of thanksgiving.


Headpiece: A headpiece is worn as an adornment until replaced by the Tiara.


Quinceañera Doll: A Quinceañera Doll is used to hold ribbons with the Quinceañeras name and the date of her birth imprinted upon them.


Pillows: There are several pillows used during a Quinceañera ceremony. One is for kneeling during the service, one for carry her new shoes and usually one for the Tiara she receives.


Cake Decorations: Cakes vary from region to region and various cake toppers are available. The most common are a statuette of a Quinceañera fully decorate with an array of flowers.

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