When my daughter was christened last year, a friend gave her an apple tree. I thought it was a brilliant idea, as it will grow with her and not be stuck in a box on top of the wardrobe like most of her presents! I would agree with Dr.Moriarty - a lot of well-meaning people (who shall be nameless due to risk of assassination) gave us a lot of silver-plated tat. Also, I would have strangled my husband had he appeared in jeans instead of a suit for his girl's big day!