Kinds of personalisation
How personalised gifts are made
Engraving, embroidery, printing, illustration, hand-making and monograms each suit different materials and need different checks. Here’s what each involves, in plain English.
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Engraved
Words or a design cut or marked into wood, glass, metal, slate or leather — permanent, and it won’t wash off.
29 gift ideas
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Embroidered
Names, initials and motifs stitched in thread on towels, robes, blankets, bags and cushions.
13 gift ideas
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Printed
Names, photos, maps and designs printed onto paper, fabric, mugs, puzzles and more — the most flexible kind of personalisation.
20 gift ideas
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Hand-made
Made by hand by an independent maker — pottery, carved wood, leather, knitting and silversmithing — so each piece is a little different.
15 gift ideas
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Illustrated
Drawn or painted for you by an illustrator — pet portraits, house portraits, family portraits and wedding venues.
7 gift ideas
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Monogrammed
Initials — embroidered, engraved, debossed or printed — for a classic, understated finish on leather, linen, shirts and jewellery.
11 gift ideas