Last-Minute Personalised Gift Ideas That Still Feel Thoughtful (Yes, Even in the Christmas Rush)
We’ve all been there. It’s mid-December, Christmas is somehow next week, and suddenly you realise you still need gifts for… several people. Maybe more than several. And while panic-buying a generic candle or multipack of bath bombs technically counts as a present, it never feels like you’ve quite nailed it.
But here’s the good news: being last-minute doesn’t mean being thoughtless. In fact, some of the most meaningful gifts come together quickly — you just need the right kind of personalised magic.
At The Little Things Company, all of our personalised illustration prints are designed to help you say:
“I know you. I love you. I pay attention to the little things that make you you.”
And at Christmas, that message hits even harder.
So here are some heartfelt, last-minute personalised gift ideas (all of which you can order today!) that still feel bespoke, aesthetic, and 100% thoughtful — without the December chaos.
🎁 1. A Favourite Things Print They’ll Treasure Forever
This is our bestseller for a reason.
The Favourite Things Print lets you build a design using a curated collection of illustrated items — everything from hobbies, food obsessions, favourite TV shows, cosy comforts, books, travel memories, pets, and more.
Why it's a brilliant last-minute gift:
You choose the items from our menu — no waiting for custom illustration concepts
It’s instantly personal without needing lots of info
It’s affordable
It looks designed, not rushed
It arrives ready to gift or frame
Who it’s perfect for:
Best friends who love cosy nights in
Partners with oddly specific food obsessions (we see you, baked beans lovers)
Siblings who are impossible to shop for
Secret Santas who want something thoughtful (simply listen closer during those random office chats)
If you need a gift that feels meaningful but takes seconds to customise, this is the one.
📚 2. A Custom Books Print for the Cosy Bookworm
BookTok girlies… this one is for you.
Our stacked-book print lets you choose five of their favourite reads. Each spine is recoloured to complement the original cover, making the stack instantly recognisable and aesthetic while fitting seamlessly into any room.
Why it’s perfect for December gifting:
It feels ultra-cosy — total autumn/winter vibe
Readers get emotionally attached to books, so it’s guaranteed to hit the heart
It doubles as pretty wall décor
Choosing their five titles takes seconds
Gift it to:
Your book-obsessed partner
Your cottagecore bestie
A sibling deep in their dark-academia era
Anyone redecorating their reading nook
Shop favourite books print HERE
🌍 3. A Travel Memories Print for the Wanderluster
Travel is one of the biggest identity markers for so many people, and our travel-themed Favourite Things items are some of the most popular. Suitcases, globes, postcards, cities like Paris/New York/London, sunsets, backpacks — they’re all there.
If you're shopping for someone who’s spent the year collecting passport stamps (or planning to), a personalised travel print is a stunning last-minute option.
Even better:
We offer a Custom Backpack Print where you can add embroidered-style country badges for every place they’ve visited.
This one feels especially special for:
Gap year travellers
Couples who’ve explored the world together
Friends heading off on big 2026 adventures
Family members who love sentimental décor
It’s an easy way to gift nostalgia — without needing a single boarding pass.
Shop the custom backpack HERE
🐾 4. A Pet-Inspired Print for the Animal Lover
We all know someone whose pet is their entire personality (no judgement — we love that energy).
From cats to dogs to geckos, bees, flamingos, whales and so many more, our illustration list includes adorable animal options you can add to a Favourite Things Print.
Why it’s a last-minute saviour:
Pet gifts always do well at Christmas
It’s sentimental AND cute
Even if you don’t know much about the person, you always know their pet’s name
Also: zero risk of ordering the wrong size, colour, or toy. Win.
Shop pet name prints HERE
🍰 5. Food & Drink Prints for the Friend Who Always Has a Snack in Hand
Whether they’re obsessed with brunch culture, bottomless cocktails, sushi, cake, coffee, or cheese boards — you can build an entire gift around their favourite little treats.
This makes a perfect last-minute present because:
Food is universally relatable
It gives instant personality to their kitchen or dining area
It’s quirky, fun, and guaranteed to get a laugh
Ideal for Secret Santas, coworkers, or that one friend whose personality is: “Iced coffee.”
🎄 6. Why Personalised Gifts Work So Well at Christmas
When you’re running out of time, gifting becomes stressful. But personalised presents take the pressure off because they’re simple and meaningful.
A customised print says:
I know what you love.
I put thought into this.
This is completely unique to you.
And when it arrives framed or ready to gift, it feels like something they’ll look at for years — not just a December throwaway.
⏰ 7. Order Today To Guarantee Christmas Delivery
If you want a personalised gift that feels thoughtful (without spending hours brainstorming), today is the perfect day to order.
Just choose your items, place your order, and your festive gifting crisis is officially handled 💫
And hey — saving Christmas at the last minute? That’s a talent.
