Description
The thistle has been Scotland’s symbol for centuries. This print takes that symbol and fills it with the words that make it specific to one person, one family, or one occasion — a personalised tribute to a Scottish life that goes well beyond a generic tartan gift.
It works as a birthday or Christmas gift for someone with a strong Scottish identity, a graduation gift for a Scottish university student, a memorial tribute, a homecoming gift for a Scot living abroad, or a celebration of Scottish heritage wherever in the world the recipient may be.
What to include
Their name, the region they’re from (Highlands, Lowlands, Borders, Islands), towns and villages that matter, Scottish landscapes — glens, lochs, mountains, castles. Family names and clan connections, Gaelic words and phrases that mean something, Scottish cultural touchstones — “Alba”, “Caledonia”, “Auld Lang Syne”, “There’s no people like Scotland’s people”. For university graduates: the institution, the degree, the city. For milestone birthdays: the decades, the places, the people.
What you get
- Instant digital download — print at home or a local print shop the same day
- Unframed print on 200gsm premium card — delivered in 3–5 working days
- Framed A4 (£22.99) or Framed A3 (£30.99) with white mount, delivered in 3–5 working days
- Free preview — see the finished design before you commit to buying
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a good gift for a Scot living outside Scotland?
Yes — it’s a particularly meaningful gift for Scots who’ve moved away. Include the places they grew up, the areas they’re proud of, and the connections that still matter regardless of where they live.
Can I include Gaelic words or phrases?
Yes — Gaelic terms, Scottish idioms, clan mottoes, and place names in Gaelic all work well and add an authentic layer of personalisation.
Does this work as a graduation gift for a Scottish university?
Yes — St Andrews, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Strathclyde. The thistle silhouette paired with the university name, degree, and personalised words makes a distinctive graduation gift with a specifically Scottish identity.
What colours suit the thistle print best?
Traditional thistle colours (purple and green) are popular, as are Scottish flag colours (blue and white). Neutral palettes (navy and white, dark green and gold) also work well for home décor.
Brilliant service. Creating the print is really easy. I wanted to make some changes after buying the initial print and I emailed to ask if I could change it, they were so fast getting back to me and explained what I needed to do. Delivery was quick and the print in the frame looks really great. Overall, I am extremely happy with my purchase and the service I received. I would definitely recommend.
OMG! This was the perfect gift for the coaches at the end of the football season. They usually get vouchers, so this was a real step up and they absolutely loved them, as did all the parents. The final product soooo much better in the flesh than the proof! Website and process really easy to navigate and the price was great. I would buy again and again. If you’re thinking twice…. no need to!
Very helpful and good quality product
very easy to find and personalise
I have bought 2 of these as 50th birthday presents and they’ve been amazing – memories of life put into words – and an excellent service too. Thank you so much 😊