At Personalization Mall's bustling headquarters in Burr Ridge, Illinois, skilled technicians and graphic designers render customer-submitted family photos and children's names onto coffee mugs, photo frames, and T-shirts. Gift-making artisans sandblast anniversary dates into glass chalices, while textile experts embroider his-and-hers towels and baby blankets. Family names are emblazoned across more than 5,000 different products, such as garden stones, golf balls, and handsome gift boxes.

Shipping times as short as one day allow for the immediate gifting of presents that convey messages such as “happy birthday” or “forgive me for falling asleep in your rose bush.” Customers can preview their customized design before purchasing to help fashion the ideal gift or individualized party favor.