The Ultimate Guide to Personalised Celebration and Entertaining Gifts
Personalised gifts for celebrations and entertaining, from slate coasters to custom photo displays and music plaques, for someone who loves hosting.
The Ultimate Guide to Personalised Celebration and Entertaining Gifts
If someone you know is always the one hosting, personalised gifts for the table, the bar or the shelf are a good fit: things their guests will use or notice, with a name, a photo or a song on them.
This guide covers slate coasters, personalised photo displays, custom music plaques and a few gift pairings.
Why Personalised Entertaining Gifts Are Special
What They Add to a Home
Personalised gifts suit people who entertain because they:
- reflect the host's personality
- give guests something to ask about
- feel more special than an off-the-shelf present
- get displayed and used for years
- mark the occasions worth celebrating
Shop Entertaining Gifts
Coasters & Kitchen Gifts
Slate Coaster Set (£19)
Coasters get used every day. Full-colour UV printing handles both short text and photos on the same natural slate.
Text ideas:
- "[Name]'s Bar"
- "[Family Name] Household | Est. [Year]"
- "Reserved for [Name]"
- Monogram or initials
- Set with different messages for each person
Photo ideas:
- Family photos (one per coaster)
- Pet portraits
- Holiday memories
- Custom designs or artwork
- Logo for a home bar or kitchen
Personalised Cookbook (£30)
A custom recipe collection for the host who loves to cook.
Personalisation ideas:
- "[Name]'s Recipe Collection"
- "[Family Name] Kitchen Secrets"
- "Recipes Worth Sharing"
- Custom cover photo of their favourite dish
Photo Display Gifts for the Home Entertainer
LED Photo Frames (£25)
Warm LED backlighting makes a photo stand out on a shelf or sideboard.
Styles available:
- Round LED Photo Frame (£25)
- LED Photo Frame (£25)
Display ideas:
- Family gathering photo
- Holiday celebration photo
- Wedding or anniversary shot
- A photo from one of their own parties
Acrylic Mood Lights (£25)
Clear acrylic with warm illumination, which works as a centrepiece.
Options:
- Landscape U-Frame (£25)
- Portrait U-Frame (£25)
- Rechargeable Acrylic Light (£25), portable with no cables
They suit side tables, mantelpieces, bar areas and bookshelves.
Photo Blocks (from £20)
Freestanding displays that need no wall mounting.
Sizes:
Group several photo blocks on a shelf to make a small gallery of celebration photos.
Music & Memory Gifts
Music Plaque (£25)
Their favourite party anthem or a song that means something to them, displayed with a scannable code.
Song ideas:
- Their go-to party starter
- A song from a memorable evening
- "The soundtrack to our friendship"
- A classic that always gets played at their gatherings
Round Music Plaque LED (£25)
The LED backlit version, for a shelf or bar area.
Map Plaque (£25)
Mark the location of their home, their favourite venue or another place that matters to them.
Personalisation:
- Home address location
- Their favourite restaurant or pub
- Holiday destination
- "Our Favourite Place"
Decorative Tiles
Custom Tiles (from £24.99)
Decorative tiles for a kitchen, bar area or living space.
Styles:
- Custom Black & White (£24.99): upload any image
- Custom Delft Blue (£24.99): classic blue & white
- Custom Red Fineline (£24.99): bold artistic style
- Custom Black & White Fineline (£24.99): detailed line art
Use ideas:
- Kitchen splashback accent
- Bar area decoration
- Trivet / heat mat
- Wall display piece
Manchester Collection Tiles (£24.99 each)
For the Manchester fan, these picture tiles suit bars, kitchens and living spaces.
Fun & Unique Entertainment Gifts
Custom Rubik's Cube (£18)
Family photos on every face, and a puzzle guests tend to pick up.
Lego Photo Wall (£25)
A favourite photo rendered in mosaic style, which guests usually comment on.
Jigsaw Puzzles (from £15)
Turn a group photo into a party activity. Sizes run from 30-piece (£15) to 81-piece square (£25)
Gift Pairing Ideas
The Host/Hostess Package
- Slate coaster set (£19)
- LED photo frame (£25)
- A bottle of their favourite drink
- Personalised cookbook (£30) Total: ~£74 + drink
The Music Lover's Set
- Round music plaque LED (£25)
- Custom tile (£24.99)
- Slate coaster set (£19) Total: ~£69
The Photo Memory Collection
- Photo block 200x150mm (£40)
- Acrylic mood light (£25)
- Personalised cookbook (£30) Total: ~£95
The Golfer's Celebration Set
- Golf ball display box (£29.99)
- Personalised golf balls (from £10.99)
- Engraved ball marker (£15.99)
- Slate coaster set (£19) Total: ~£76+
Gifts by Budget
Under £20
- Slate coaster set (£19)
- Custom Rubik's cube (£18)
- Jigsaw puzzle (£15)
£20-£30
- Music plaque (£25)
- LED photo frame (£25)
- Acrylic mood light (£25)
- Custom tile (£24.99)
- Lego photo wall (£25)
- Personalised cookbook (£30)
- Photo block 180x130mm (£30)
£30+
- Photo block 200x150mm (£40)
- Gift packages combining multiple items
Care & Maintenance
Slate Coasters
- Wipe clean with damp cloth
- Don't soak in water
- Dry thoroughly
- UV print is permanent and scratch-resistant
Acrylic Items (Mood Lights, Photo Blocks)
- Wipe with soft, dry cloth
- Avoid abrasive cleaners
- Keep away from direct sunlight for best UV print longevity
- Handle with care
Photo Blocks & Frames
- Dust with soft cloth
- Avoid moisture
- UV prints are fade-resistant
- Display away from direct sunlight
FAQ: Personalised Entertaining Gifts
Q: Can I include a photo on slate coasters? A: Yes. Our slate coaster sets allow full-colour photo printing.
Q: Are the tiles food-safe for use as trivets? A: Our tiles are decorative items best used as display pieces or wall art. Use a trivet stand underneath for hot dishes.
Q: How long does personalisation take? A: Standard 2-7 working days including UK shipping.
Q: Can I include a logo on items? A: Yes, custom logos available for corporate or personal branding.
Q: What's the minimum order? A: No minimum; single items are available.
Why Choose Keep It What
- Quality slate, acrylic and wood
- Clean, lasting engraving and UV printing
- 2-7 working days standard
- Gift-ready presentation
- Live preview, so you see your design first
Choosing a Gift for a Host
For a host, think about where the gift will live: slate coaster sets for the bar area, a music plaque with their favourite party anthem for a shelf, or a photo display of a good night for the sideboard.
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Written By
Patrick
Content Team
Part of the Keep It What team, dedicated to helping you create meaningful personalised gifts.
