Finding the right Christmas gift for every member of the family can be tricky — you want something that feels thoughtful, a little different, and genuinely useful or loved. Personalised gifts are a lovely way to do that, adding a name, date or special message that makes a present feel one-of-a-kind.
We’ve pulled together 20 quirky, personalised gift ideas — in partnership with Not On The High Street — covering everyone from tiny babies to grandparents, with a few fun edible treats thrown in too.
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#1. Welly Boot Family Print
This popular watercolour Welly Boot Family print, set in a handmade solid wood frame with a finish of your choice, makes a lovely gift for family or friends this Christmas.
Customise the text, choose from a few bunting options, and pick which pair of wellies best represents each member of your family.
#2. Scratch The World Map
The Scratch The World map is a great gift for travel lovers. Simply scratch off each destination you’ve visited to build your own personal, ever-changing travel record.
It’s also a sweet idea for children whose parent travels a lot for work — they can scratch off each new destination and see how far (or near) home is.
#3. Personalised Handmade Christmas Bauble
Add a little extra magic to the tree with this handmade bauble, featuring a delicately constructed personalised Christmas signpost and winter snow scene inside clear glass, finished with a festive satin ribbon.
You can customise the top sign and up to six arrows with your own wording — perfect for marking family names or favourite places.
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#4. Chorizo Sausage Kit
For the food lovers, this Chorizo Sausage Kit is a fun, hands-on gift that lets you make your own chorizo at home with minimal prep and trusted ingredients — a quirky present for anyone who enjoys getting creative in the kitchen.
#5. Gent’s Watch Stand
This beautifully crafted solid oak Gent’s Single Watch Stand is a smart alternative to a watch box, and a lovely addition to any bedroom dresser.
Choose a personal message to have engraved on the front, making it a thoughtful gift for Christmas, an anniversary, or a milestone birthday.
#6. Personalised Print for Music Lovers
This striking metallic personalised print turns a favourite song into a visual sound wave, set against a choice of coloured backgrounds — a unique gift for any music lover.
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#7. Birthstone Locket
Choose your and your partner’s birthstones for a lovely couple’s gift, or your children’s birthstones for a truly personal present. This handmade locket necklace can be personalised with up to four birthstones, is available in a choice of metals, and arrives gift-boxed with a personalised card.
#8. Chocolate Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are the Christmas vegetable we all love to hate — so why not give the chocolate version instead? These chocolate sprouts are piped from solid chocolate, rolled in white chocolate with a hint of green colouring, and come in a few flavour options — a fun, playful stocking-filler.
#9. Personalised Pet Decoration
This decoration, cut from either eco-friendly bamboo or glossy white acrylic, is a sweet keepsake for animal lovers. Choose from a wide range of animals and breeds, and personalise with your pet’s name.
#10. Personalised Penguin Robe
This personalised penguin dressing gown, made from soft fleece with penguin-detail hood, is a cosy gift for a baby or small child. Initials can be embroidered on the gown for a lovely finishing touch.
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#11. Personalised Russian Ring Necklace
This beautiful Russian Ring Necklace is handmade in sterling silver, with the option of a gold or rose gold plate finish. Have a name, date or message stamped into the metal for a truly personal piece.
#12. Personalised Bar Necklace
Available in a choice of silver, gold or rose gold finishes with a matching trace chain, these bar necklaces are simple, everyday pieces that suit both casual and dressed-up looks.
The bar pendant can be hand-stamped or engraved on up to all four sides, making it a meaningful, personal keepsake.
#13. Friendship Knot Earrings with a Personalised Card
These dainty sterling silver stud earrings make a thoughtful gift for a special friend. Available in standard or large sizes, they arrive in a muslin bag with a personalised message card.
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#14. Marshmallow Toasting Kit
This marshmallow toasting kit comes with two flavours of gourmet marshmallow, a gel burner, bamboo skewers and a gift box with a printed “how to toast the perfect marshmallow” guide — a fun, quirky treat for the whole family to share.
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#15. Engraved Bracelet
This colourful collection of bracelets features a silver or rose gold plated bead engraved with your chosen words. Pick a heart, star or circle bead, a coloured band, and a personal message for a special gift.
#16. Personalised Peter Rabbit Decoration
Celebrate a new arrival with this hand-illustrated personalised flat bauble, painted in watercolours on a glazed ceramic bauble or star and personalised with your child’s name — a lovely keepsake to bring out year after year.
#17. Personalised Map of The Stars
This print shows the stars and planets exactly as they appeared from a chosen place and time — a meaningful gift for a birthday, anniversary or wedding. Simply provide a date, location and personal message.
It can be framed with black aluminium and high-quality glass for a polished finish.
#18. Star Earrings
A modern classic, these star earrings are handmade in polished sterling silver, with a choice of classic stud or climber style, and available in silver, rose gold or gold plated finishes.
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#19. Personalised Name Necklace
Design your own Name Necklace, handmade in a choice of sterling silver, rose gold plate, gold plate or solid gold. Necklaces can be tailored to different lengths and include accents or hyphens as needed.
#20. Personalised Wooden Xylophone
Introduce a baby to the joy of music with this colourful pinewood xylophone, which can be personalised with your little one’s name for a unique keepsake gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a personalised gift a good choice for Christmas?
A personalised gift shows extra thought — adding a name, date or message turns an everyday item into a keepsake, which is why they work well for family members of any age.
How far in advance should I order personalised gifts?
Personalised items are usually made to order, so it’s worth ordering earlier than you would for off-the-shelf gifts to allow time for production and delivery, especially in the run-up to Christmas.
Are personalised gifts suitable for babies and young children?
Yes — items like embroidered robes, name necklaces (for older children) and personalised decorations make lovely keepsake gifts that can be treasured for years.
Can I personalise a gift for a pet?
Yes, several of the ideas above — like the personalised pet decoration — let you add your pet’s name, making them a fun option for animal-loving families.
More Christmas Gift Inspiration
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