Custom Gift ideas

At Cash’s, we’ve spent over 111 years helping Australian families add a personal touch to everyday essentials. Whether it’s a back-to-school essentials, a thoughtful travel companion, or a cosy gift for winter nights, a personalised gift turns the ordinary into something truly special.

In this guide, we’re sharing our top 9 personalised gift ideas that are as meaningful as they are practical. All personalised products are designed & printed in Australia, backed by quality craftsmanship, and loved by families across generations.

Personalised Blankets – A Hug in Every Thread

Soft, plush, and printed with your loved one’s name, our personalised blankets are perfect for chilly mornings or bedtime rituals. They’re a favourite for:

  • Birthday presents for kids
  • Comfort items in aged care settings
  • As a throw on the couch

Why it’s great: Colourfast fabric, and completely customisable.

Customer Quote: “We gifted this to Mum in her nursing home, and the staff always know which blanket is hers!”

custom gift ideas - blanket

Bento Lunch Boxes

Aussie parents love our BPA-free, personalised bento boxes for school or day care. With 4 to 6 flexible compartments, they help keep meals neat and non messy

Why it’s great: Dishwasher safe, organised, and reduces mix-ups of items in lunchbox.

Hot Tip: Bundle the bento with a personalised lunch bag and drink bottle for the ultimate Lunch Time Combo.

custom gift ideas - lunch bag
Custom gift ideas - Bento lunch box

Personalised Water Bottles (Plastic & Metal)

Hydration made stylish. Our plastic and stainless steel bottles come with names, monograms or initials. Choose from fun patterns or sleek, minimalist designs.

Perfect for:

  • School or sports
  • Gifts for him or her

Eco bonus: Reusable and built to last.

personalised water bottles

Name Labels for Clothing & School Gear

Preventing lost property since forever. Cash’s labels are trusted by generations of Aussie families for their durability and legibility.

Great for:

  • Name labels for school essentials
  • Camp gear
  • Day care blankets & bottles
  • Clothing labels for school uniforms, jackets, hats & more

Did You Know? Our iron-on and sew-in labels are laundry-safe and ideal for aged care.

name labels

Personalised Towels

Whether it’s pool day, beach season, or bath time, a towel with your child’s name printed on it is a practical and personal gift.

Top uses:

  • Swimming lessons
  • Sleepovers
  • Travel towels for the family

Style tip: Match with a personalised water bottle!

beach towel

Personalised Luggage Straps & Bag Tags

Jetting off or heading to school camp? Make sure your bags are easy to spot and hard to lose.

Why travellers love them:

  • TSA locks with personalised luggage straps
  • Bright colours and printed names or icons or cute quote
  • Bag tags that clip to backpacks or lunch bags

Great for: Travel lovers, school camps, sports events.

Luggage Strap
Acrylic Bag Tag Initial

Personalised Pencil Stands & Pencil Boxes

Add organisation and flair to any desk. Our wooden pencil stands and coloured pencil boxes are ideal for:

  • Creative kids
  • Back-to-school bundles
  • Homework nooks

Material matters: Made from durable pinewood with smudge-resistant prints.

Pencil Stand
Pencil Box

Custom Jigsaw Puzzles

Turn pictures with children’s names into hours of screen-free fun. Our personalised puzzles are a great way to bond.

Why it’s unique:

  • Available in multiple piece counts
  • Packaged in a protective sleeve
  • Great rainy-day activity or a gift

Jigsaw Puzzle

Personalised Pet Accessories

Yes, even your furry friends deserve something custom! Our pet range includes:

  • Dog bone toys
  • Custom blankets
  • Rope toys,  storage baskets
  • Personalised collars & leashes

Perfect for: Pet lovers, new puppy gifts, dog birthdays.

Customer Love: “Our pup loves the rope toy, and the personalised blanket looks amazing in photos!”

Pet Toy
Storage box
Pet Collar
Pet Blanket

Trending in 2025: Why Personalised Gifts Are So Popular

In a world full of mass production, Australians are choosing gifts that reflect care, creativity, and connection. According to Google Trends, searches for “custom gifts Australia” have increased steadily year-on-year, especially among millennial parents and grandparents.

How to Order from Cash’s

All Cash’s products are customisable online. Simply choose your product, select design & colour, and add your name or initials. We handle the rest – personalisation, packing and fast shipping Australia-wide.

Frequently Asked Questions – Custom gift ideas

Q: Are Cash’s custom gifts made in Australia?
Yes! Many of our products are locally made or assembled with high-quality Australian standards in mind.

Q: How fast is shipping?
We ship Australia-wide with tracked delivery. Express shipping is available at checkout.

Q: Are the products suitable for aged care or school use?
Absolutely. Our labels, blankets, and water bottles are durable, legible and easy to care for.

Final Thought

Whether you’re buying for a child’s birthday, a parent in aged care, or your travel-happy partner, a personalised gift always leaves a lasting impression. At Cash’s, we’re proud to help Aussie families make gifting more thoughtful and practical.

🛍️ Shop the full range of custom gift ideas at cashs.net.au

Written by the Cash’s Team

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