Last-Minute Personalised Christmas Gifts You Can Still Order in 2025

Summer is here, school is wrapping up and the end-of-year Christmas craziness has officially arrived. If you’re still hunting for a thoughtful gift for a teacher, office Secret Santa, family member or that hard-to-buy-for friend, you’re not alone.

The good news? You can still order personalised gifts that don’t feel “last minute”. At Coastal Keepsakes, everything is custom made here on the Sunshine Coast with fast turnaround and local pickup in Buderim, plus tracked delivery Australia-wide.

Why personalised gifts are perfect when you’re short on time

• They feel considered – even if you ordered them a few days ago, a personalised name or message makes it look like you’ve been planning for weeks.
• They suit almost anyone – teachers, staff, kids, grandparents, neighbours, coaches and colleagues all appreciate something made just for them.
• They become keepsakes – many of these pieces can be reused every year or kept long after the festive season as a reminder of a special Christmas.
• You support local – every order is designed and made in our Sunshine Coast studio.

10 last-minute personalised Christmas gifts & keepsakes

1. Santa treat board – a reusable Christmas Eve tradition

If you know a family with young kids, our Santa Treat Board – Milk, Cookies & Reindeer Food serving board is a winner. It’s engraved with spots for milk, cookies and reindeer food, and can be personalised with the kids’ names or family name.

It’s the kind of gift that comes out every Christmas Eve, looks gorgeous in photos and quickly becomes part of their yearly traditions.

2. Personalised Santa countdown sign

For kids who ask “How many sleeps to go?” on repeat, our Personalised Santa Countdown Sign lets them update the days themselves. It features Santa and his sleigh engraved on timber, layered acrylic lettering and a star that you can wipe clean and re-write.

Add the family name (for example “Sleeps Until Santa Visits the Smiths”) and you’ve got a thoughtful, photo-friendly gift for families that love a bit of Christmas magic on the bench or entry table.

3. Personalised Christmas crate – fill it with goodies

Instead of another generic hamper, gift a Personalised Christmas Crate – Custom Name Acrylic & Timber . You can order it as a plaque only, or as a plaque plus wooden box ready to fill with pyjamas, snacks, books or small gifts.

It’s perfect for kids’ “Christmas Eve boxes”, family presents or even a teacher/office gift where everyone can chip in items for the crate. The best bit – the personalised plaque can be reused year after year.

4. Memorial angel wings ornament – a heartfelt keepsake

For friends or family who are missing someone special this year, our Personalised Memorial Angel Wings Ornament – Gold Mirror & Timber is a beautiful way to honour their memory at Christmas.

The front is gold mirror acrylic engraved with your chosen message, and the back is timber customised with their name and, if you wish, dates or a short line of text. It’s a small, meaningful gift that will be cherished far beyond this Christmas.

5. LED night light – personalised kids name lamp

Need a gift for a child, new baby or nursery? Our UV Printed LED Night Light – Personalised Kids Name Lamp is a gorgeous option that doubles as décor and a practical night light.

Each light is personalised with their name and custom artwork, printed in full colour on frosted acrylic and set on a warm wooden LED base. It’s ideal for kids who like a soft glow at night and looks incredible on bedside tables or shelves.

6. Custom BYO tumbler engraving – for YETI lovers & coffee addicts

Know someone who takes their favourite tumbler everywhere? With our Custom BYO Tumbler Engraving , you bring the bottle or cup and we permanently engrave it.

Add a name, logo, phrase or custom artwork – it’s perfect for teachers, co-workers, gym buddies or that friend who always has a YETI in hand. It’s affordable, practical and feels far more thoughtful than another generic mug.

7. Custom acrylic name tags – cute & practical

Our Custom Acrylic Name Tags are great little add-on gifts or stocking stuffers that still feel special. Made from two layers of acrylic with raised white lettering, they’re designed to clip onto school bags, daycare bags, sports bags or even luggage.

They’re a fun option for kids, teachers (for their work lanyard or bag), or as part of a bigger gift bundle with stationery or chocolates.

8. Personalised BBQ multi-tool – the ultimate grill gift

For dads, partners, neighbours or colleagues who love a good barbecue, our Personalised BBQ Multi-Tool is a practical gift they’ll actually use.

This clever gadget combines multiple BBQ essentials in one compact tool, with a timber handle that can be laser engraved with a name or short message. It’s ideal for Secret Santa, end-of-year work gifts or as a small extra present to go with their favourite rubs or sauces.

9. Personalised engraved wooden bottle opener – small gift, big use

If you need a budget-friendly gift that still feels personal, our Personalised Engraved Wooden Bottle Opener is a great choice.

Engrave one or both sides with a name, short phrase or in-joke – just keep the wording concise so it fits nicely. It’s perfect for colleagues, friends, coaches, parents or as part of a “drinks” themed gift box, and it’s something they’ll reach for all year round.

10. Full colour UV-printed gifts & signage

If you’ve got a very specific idea in mind – a bar sign, desk plaque, small business logo piece or photo-based gift – our full colour UV printing service opens up even more possibilities. We can print vibrant, detailed designs directly onto acrylic and other suitable materials, creating custom signs and keepsakes that really stand out.

You can read more and see examples in our blog post all about UV printing on the Sunshine Coast .

Ready to tick a few more people off your list? 

All of our products are made to order, so don’t leave it too late – but if you’re cutting it fine, we’ll always do our best to help. Most orders are crafted and dispatched within a few business days, with local pickup available from Buderim for Sunshine Coast customers.

Browse the full range of personalised gifts and Christmas keepsakes , and let us help you turn those last-minute ideas into something meaningful they’ll treasure long after the wrapping paper is gone.