Okay, maybe it’s a little early to talk holiday gift giving….. But I have a good reason 🙂
Yes, I know, Thanksgiving isn’t even here yet….. BUT in the world of personalized photo gift giving you really need to plan ahead for that extra time that a customized gift takes. I promise you though, it’s definitely worth the planning and effort!
I’ve developed a reputation for being the personalized gift giver in my family. I’m not going to lie, somewhere in the back of my head at the July family cookout is “Oh this photo of everyone will be great for a holiday gift” So, yes, I plan unnecessarily far in advance, but if you jump on this one soon, you too can have unique and affordable gifts to share with loved ones this year!
I’ve put together some of my favorite personalized gifts from holidays past as well as some new ones that I plan to give this year (shhh!). Check them out!
Customized Photo Sun Catcher
This gift is going to the grandparents this year and I’m so excited to get my hands on it. This is another that takes a few weeks, so order quickly! As soon as mine arrives I’ll be sure and update with a full review!
Personalized Jewelry Box
Personalization Mall always wins in my opinion. High quality, personalized gifts that are very affordable, how can you not love that! This jewelry box was such a huge hit that I am giving it to each of my girl friends this year.
Quality Key Chain
This was the gift I gave my dad on Father’s Day and he is still talking about it. It is super affordable and very unique, however it did take several weeks to receive. Definitely plan ahead on this one.
Easy Candy Jar
Last year I gifted dozens of these easy candy jars. I personalized each with names and gave them to everyone from my neighbors to our mailman. There is also an option to include a photograph. I love how easy and affordable this is to give a thoughtful gift.
Customized Flash Drive
Unique and affordable too, after you’ve finished that photo scanning project imagine how excited everyone will be with the surprise of having all of those old family photographs on their own personalized flash drive.
Customized Travel Jewelry Bag
This one is a bargain for a personalized gift! It’s cute and portable and a fabulous gift for a daughter or granddaughter. Add a favorite photo or memory and this one makes for an easy gift! Bonus, add text too! Think “Class of 2024”, your family name or an inspirational quote!
Personalized Photo Frame
A framed photo is always nice, but when that frame is engraved, it’s extra special! I love that this Personalization Mall gift has a ton of different personalized options to make fit anyone’s decor!
Customized Ball Marker
If you have a golfer in the family this one is always a hit! Personalized this golf ball marker with a photo with kids or grand kids.
Custom Photo Golf Balls
If she golfs she’ll get a kick out of this! Add a great memory to a quality golf ball. They will definitely be a holiday gift hit!
Photo Backpack
This mini backpack is simply adorable! A little ones first backpack or a special bag to take to school. How special would a kiddo feel if their favorite pet was featured on their backpack everyday!
Photo Bookends
Every college kid needs this! Or how about for mom or dad’s office? It’s photo bookends. A neat way to add a photo to the shelf and a great personalized gift!
Photo Monopoly
The most unique and customized game you’ll find! Use your photographs to create an entirely personalized Monopoly game! This year I’m creating this one for my own family. Follow along on my social media for all of the details on how this fun game comes together.
Photo Cutting Board
Check out this cutting board! All the grandparents are getting this gift this year. This is another Personalization Mall item I love. Check it out!
Photo A Day Calendar
This isn’t your average photo calendar! This daily calendar allows you to add a different photograph for everyday. That best friend that goes back to childhood or the grandparent with lots of kiddo’s this is a great personalized gift solution!
Personalized M&M candies – with pictures!
Okay, I love something unique and this one is definitely it! You can literally have tiny photographs and little messages put on those yummy candies! This would make that candy jar gift extra special!
Personalized Cookie Tin
This year I have some serious baking plans and I’m going to be adding all of those yummy treats to these customized tins. This will be that one gift I buy a dozen of and hand out to everyone this year!
This one is a classic but this quality definitely makes it a stand out. I’ve given these photo coasters several years and they always get a huge smile!
Quality Photo Calendar
This one isn’t unique in photo gift giving, but Persnickety Prints does such a high quality photo calendar that it is definitely a gift to consider.
These aren’t just a basic photo magnet, these definitely stand out! I’ve used these as stocking stuffers and they have been a huge hit!
Ceramic Bowl Customized with Photographs
This was last years gift for the grandparents and it was a hit. I filled it with candies and wrapped it up in cellophane to make it extra special.
Photo Cutting Board
Check out this adorable this cutting board! All the grandparents are getting this gift this year. This is another Personalization Mall item I love. Check it out!
Personalized Gift Wrap
Shhh… Don’t tell my family, but Santa is stepping up the personalization game this year! There is definitely going to be some unique gift wrap under our tree this year!
Photo Frame With Voice Recording
Grandma wishing well to her grand kids or a toddler saying “I love you”, there is definitely something special about adding a customized recording to this photo frame.
Photo Printed On Wood Block
This isn’t just on wood, it’s literally on a rustic piece of timber. Growing up in the mountains I know my father would love this very unique way to display a photo. I’m very excited to be sharing this one with him this year!
Wood Burnt Photo
This one is an art form! They will literally burn your image into baltic birch wood. Upload your photo and let them do their magic.
Customized Pillow
This is a family favorite in my house. Literally got the biggest laugh a few years ago when I added this to our holiday decorations and now it’s enjoyed every year. This Personalization Mall pillow has tons of other design options, including ones with photographs.
From 1983 to 2023, I have always enjoyed a great gift exchange. The more thoughtful the better! Of course then, Papa Smurf was the most thoughtful gift I could imagine receiving!
These days I’m all about those nostalgic photo gifts. The kind that make everyone smile! I’m sure this photo of my sister and I printed on the holiday gift wrap will do just that!
I hope my round up of personalized gift ideas is helpful for you too! And keep following along on Instagram and Facebook and I’ll definitely keep adding those special gift items that catch my attention!!
Happy shopping 🙂
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