Gift-giving is challenging, especially when buying for someone who you’ve exhausted all of your options for. And when shopping for a gift for someone you care about, it can feel impossible to find something different that feels personal and thoughtful.
In a time of mass consumerism, packed with gift cards and online shopping carts, how do you find a present that’s personal? When you turn to custom-made options, the world of gift-giving opens with endless offerings that are thoughtful and meaningful.
There are so many items that can be customized, with ample options for personalized. Consider the different items you can customize for a special gift this season.
Custom Jewelry
Jewelry is a classic gift but, Instead of mass produced jewelry, consider opting for custom or handmade jewelry. The great thing is, custom and handmade jewelry can also be an affordable option.
Sarah Dougall, owner of Made You Look, specifically focuses on affordable custom options everyone can enjoy. “We believe that handmade and artisanal goods should [be] enjoyed by everyone, so we make jewellery that’s accessible to all,” she told the Toronto Star.
Whether you’re looking for a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings, you can have something handmade or custom designed for the person you love. Between all of the different stones, settings, and options for engravings, there are endless possibilities for creating the perfect present for someone tailored to their style and taste.
Pet Portrait
There are few options more fabulous than a pet portrait for the pet lover in your life. As much as people fawn over their pets, they’ll be sure to fawn over a custom-painted likeness of their little fur baby. Choosing someone’s favorite photo of their pet and having an artist capture their essence and personality is a gift that will be appreciated for years to come.
Customized Candle
Candles can be seen as a safe or generic gift option, but they are an excellent choice for scent and candle lovers, especially once you customize them. Scented candles can be personalized with an engraving, a unique design, or a photo. You can also choose a style and fragrance to tailor it to the person you’re gifting it to.
Soundwave Print
If the person you’re buying for is a music lover, consider getting a piece of art with the soundwaves of a song they cherish. This is when the wavelengths from a song are turned into a work of art. You can choose their favorite song, a song that’s meaningful to your relationship, a song from their favorite movie or even an original song you wrote for them and have it turned into a work of art they can appreciate whenever they look at it.
These are just a few personalized and custom gift ideas for various styles and personalities. Getting someone a gift that you can tailor to their individual taste is an incredibly meaningful gesture that will make them feel special the moment they unwrap it.
