Gift ideas
Choosing a name for a personalised gift
10 November 2026 · Maffy
Sometimes the best name for a gift is the one nobody else uses. A short guide to getting the wording right first time.
Sometimes the best name for a gift is the one nobody else uses. A family nickname or a handwritten-style initial can make an everyday bag feel like theirs.
Write it exactly as you want it printed
Write the name exactly as you want it printed. Check capitals, accents and spacing, then read it back before adding the gift to your bag. We print what you type — we do not tidy it up, because what looks like a typo is often the whole point.
Long names and small spaces
A long name on a small item usually wants a single line in a narrower font rather than two cramped lines. If you are unsure, add a note at checkout and we will send you a proof before we press anything.
When an initial is better
For anything that will be out all year — a cushion, a set of coasters — an initial ages better than a full name. It survives a change of surname, and it suits a room rather than shouting across it.
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