Personalised gifts: initial necklaces, charm bracelets & name mugs

Choosing personalised gifts

Personalised gifts work because they are clearly chosen for one person. A name, an initial, a birth month or a star sign are the simplest details to build on. Keep the wording short and check the spelling twice before you order, as personalised pieces usually cannot be returned. Harfi makes most of the personalised jewellery here, and Habulous, Heiko Clothing and Flawless make the rest. Each brand was checked for how its products are made and what they are made from.

Personalised jewellery

Harfi makes initial necklaces in gold vermeil, gold plate and sterling silver, many set with a gemstone such as opal, garnet or moonstone. It also makes a personalised birthstone charm bracelet, a customisable paperclip charm bracelet and a number pendant necklace for a special date. These personalised bracelets for women suit a birthday, an anniversary or a first Christmas together. Harfi also makes birthstone studs and star sign constellation earrings for every month and sign.

Personalised mugs and homeware

Habulous makes personalised name mugs and handmade ceramic mugs by hand in Britain, plus a personalised match striker pot. A mug with a name or a short message makes a lasting present for a grandparent, a teacher or a new home. For a couple, a name mug each makes a simple pair, and for a child, a mug with their name makes breakfast feel special. Personalised gifts like these get used every day, so the name is seen often. Handmade pieces take a little longer, so check the making time on each listing.

Star sign tees and bridal gifts

Heiko Clothing makes organic cotton star sign t-shirts and sweatshirts, such as Pisces, Aries, Taurus and Virgo. Flawless makes personalised bridal gift boxes and bridesmaid and maid of honour gift sets for a wedding party. Order personalised gifts by early December, as each piece is made to order. Wrap them in reusable paper so the personal touch carries through. Initial Jewellery has more initial necklaces, Birthstone Jewellery has gifts by birth month, Zodiac Jewellery has star sign gifts, and The sustainable jewellery guide: What “ethical” actually means explains jewellery materials.