Last Minute Christmas Gifts UK: Personalised Prints You Can Download Today
Quick answer: the best last minute Christmas gift that still feels personal is a personalised word art print made from your own words. You can design it, preview it free and download it instantly from £9.99, so a gift with real thought behind it can be ready today.
Updated October 2026
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Every print in the shop can be a digital download that arrives instantly (from £9.99). You can print it at home or at a local print shop the same day, and you get a free preview before you commit. Framed and unframed prints are posted (3-5 working days in the UK for framed prints), so those suit buyers who have a little more time. If the clock is ticking, choose the digital download.
In this guide
- Why a personalised print works when you are short on time
- Last minute gift ideas for wine, champagne and gin lovers
- Ideas for the home, for faith and for family pets
- A comparison table of gifts you can download today
- What words to put on a last minute print
- How it works, FAQs and a little about the shop
Why does a personalised print make a good last minute gift?
Last minute gifts often feel generic because there was no time to add anything personal. A word art print fixes that: the design is the carrier, but the words are yours. A name, a date, a memory or a quality someone is known for turns a quick purchase into something that clearly took thought.
It is also low risk. You see a free preview first, nothing needs wrapping paper to feel finished (a plain frame from a high street shop does the job), and at £9.99 for the digital download you are not overspending in a panic. If you are weighing up a print against other present types, our post on a personalised print versus jewellery shows how the two compare for sentimental value.
What do you buy a wine lover at the last minute?
Wine is the classic Christmas gift, but a bottle disappears by Boxing Day. A print lasts. The Personalised Wine Lover Word Art Print (£9.99) suits anyone with a favourite red, a regular wine night or a kitchen that needs a talking point. If you prefer a different style of artwork, the Personalised Wine glass word art print and the Word art print of a glass wine gift are both £9.99 too.
Words to put on it: favourite grapes and regions, the name of the wine bar you always go to, the years of your best holidays together, and phrases like “cheers”, “another glass” and “Friday night”.
Is there a good gift for someone who loves champagne?
For the person who toasts everything, the Personalised Champagne Word Art Print (£9.99) is a celebratory choice. It suits couples, a friend who has had a big year, or a host you want to thank at a Christmas gathering.
Words to put on it: the occasions you have celebrated together, names, the year, and words such as “bubbles”, “cheers”, “celebrate” and “new beginnings”.
What about a gin lover?
Gin fans tend to have strong opinions, which makes them fun to personalise for. The Personalised Gin Lover Word Art Print (£9.99) works for the friend with a drinks trolley, a colleague in your Secret Santa, or a sibling who always has a favourite garnish.
Words to put on it: their favourite tonic and garnish, “G&T o’clock”, names of favourite distilleries or places you have sampled, and inside jokes about gin nights.
What can I give someone who has a new home?
If a friend or relative has recently moved, the Personalised House Word Art Print (£9.99) is a thoughtful housewarming and Christmas gift in one. It suits first-time buyers, couples moving in together and parents downsizing.
Words to put on it: the family’s names, the street or town, the move-in year, and words about what makes it home: “welcome”, “together”, “cosy”, “our first”.
Are there gifts for faith, heritage or something more symbolic?
Yes. The Religious Cross word art print (£9.99) can hold favourite verses, names of loved ones and words of faith, which makes it suitable for a christening, a confirmation or a grandparent. The Personalised Thistle Word Art Print (£9.99) is a lovely nod to Scottish roots, while the Word art print of a Rose (£9.99) suits a mum, a nan or anyone who loves a garden. For a gift with a celestial feel, the Personalised Star Word Art Print (£9.99) works well for a child, a couple or a memorial tribute.
What if the person is mad about their dog?
The shop covers 130+ dog breeds, so there is likely to be a design for the dog in question. As an example, the Personalised Chinese Shar-Pei word art gift (£9.99) is perfect for a Shar-Pei owner. For anyone with a more unusual taste in animals, the Personalised Camel Word Art Print (£9.99) is a quirky pick for a travel fan.
Words to put on it: the pet’s name, nicknames, the date you brought them home, favourite walks and the habits that make them theirs.
Which last minute gifts can I download today? A comparison
| Product | Best for | Example words to include | From price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalised Wine Lover Word Art Print | Wine fans and hosts | Favourite grapes, wine nights, shared holidays | £9.99 |
| Personalised Champagne Word Art Print | Couples and celebrators | Names, year, “cheers”, milestones | £9.99 |
| Personalised Gin Lover Word Art Print | Gin fans, Secret Santa | Favourite gin, garnish, “G&T o’clock” | £9.99 |
| Personalised House Word Art Print | New homes and families | Family names, street, move-in year | £9.99 |
| Personalised Star Word Art Print | Children, couples, tributes | Names, birth date, wishes | £9.99 |
| Personalised Thistle Word Art Print | Scottish heritage | Family names, home town, favourite places | £9.99 |
| Word art print of a Rose | Mums, nans, garden lovers | Names, qualities, favourite memories | £9.99 |
What words should I put on a last minute Christmas print?
With little time, you want words that are quick to gather but still feel personal. Here are three starting points you can adapt in ten minutes.
For a partner or close friend
- Their name and yours
- The year you met
- A place that matters to you both
- Three qualities you love: “kind”, “funny”, “steady”
- An in-joke only the two of you will understand
For a parent or grandparent
- Names of children and grandchildren
- Their favourite sayings or phrases
- The family home town
- Words such as “love”, “always”, “thank you”, “home”
- Meals, songs or traditions they are known for
For a hobby fan or host
- Favourite drinks, places or nights out
- Nicknames and running jokes
- A few dates for events you shared
- Short, upbeat words: “cheers”, “friends”, “cosy”, “celebrate”
Tip: aim for 10 to 20 words and double-check spellings and dates in the free preview before you download. If the print is for a teacher, our guide to what words to use on a teacher print has more wording ideas, and the anniversary print guide is useful for couples.
How does it work?
- Choose a print. Pick the design that suits the person.
- Design it with your own words. Add names, dates, memories, qualities or places.
- Preview it free. Check it looks right before you commit.
- Get it. Take the instant digital download from £9.99, or choose a printed or framed print to be delivered.
Prices start at £9.99 for a digital download and for an unframed print, £22.99 for a framed A4 and £30.99 for a framed A3. Framed prints ship within 3-5 working days in the UK and 7-15 days internationally.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good last minute Christmas gift that still feels personal?
A personalised word art print is a strong choice because it is built from your own words: names, dates, memories or qualities. You can preview it free and download it instantly from £9.99, so a thoughtful gift can be ready the same day.
Can I really get a personalised gift today?
Yes, if you choose the digital download option. Every print can be a digital download that arrives instantly, and you can print it at home or at a local print shop. Framed and unframed prints are posted, so they suit buyers with more time.
How long does a framed print take to arrive in the UK?
Framed prints ship within 3-5 working days in the UK. We do not give posting deadlines for Christmas, so if you are short on time, the instant digital download is the safer route.
How much does a personalised print cost?
A digital download starts from £9.99 and an unframed print also starts from £9.99. Framed A4 prints start from £22.99 and framed A3 from £30.99.
Can I see my print before I buy?
Yes. You design the print with your own words and get a free preview first, so you can check the spelling, dates and layout before you decide.
What should I write on a last minute gift print?
Keep it simple and specific: a name, a date and a few words that sum the person up, such as shared memories, favourite places or in-jokes. A short list of 10 to 20 words usually looks best.
About Word Art Prints
Word Art Prints is a UK shop making personalised word art prints since 2017. With over 470 designs, every print is made to order with your own words, from names and dates to memories and places. If you are thinking about how to display your gift, see our ideas on personalised framed prints.