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Special Birthday Gifts: Text

Personalised Birthday Gifts

A Note on Timing

Because the pottery needs to be glazed and fired in our kiln ensure you book your session or place your commission at least 2 weeks before the birthday to ensure it’s ready for the big celebrations!

Say "Happy Birthday" with a One-of-a-Kind Pottery Gift

Whether it’s a 1st, 18th, 21st, 40th, or a grand 80th, milestone birthdays deserve more than just a standard high-street card. At Crafty Monkey, we believe there is nothing lovelier than a beautiful, decorative piece that's been hand-painted and personalised specifically for the recipient.

A custom piece of pottery isn't just a gift; it’s a commemorative keepsake that captures a moment in time.

​​Birthday Gift Options

 

We know everyone has a different level of "craftiness," so we offer three ways to get that perfect birthday gift:

1. Commission Us

 

​If art isn't your thing and you don't feel confident with a paintbrush, let us do the work! You can commission our talented in-house artists to paint a personalised design, name, and date on any piece you choose.

2. DIY Pottery Painting

 

Want to add that "handmade with love" touch? Book a pottery painting session in our St Neots studio.You can choose the pottery item, the colours, and we can help with guidance. It’s a lovely way to spend an afternoon creating a gift for someone special.

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3. Gift an Experience

 

Buying for someone who loves being creative? A Crafty Monkey Gift Voucher is the perfect choice. It allows them to book their own session whether it's painting, a pottery class or building a bear.  Give the gift of creativity!

Cupcake Pots to Platters!

 

We have one of the largest ranges of "bisque" (unpainted pottery) around.  Something to suit all ages and personalities:

  • Classic Milestones: Plates, platters, vases, and photo frames.

  • Daily Favourites: Personalised mugs, teapots, and breakfast sets.

  • Something Different: Whimsical cupcake trinket pot, money boxes, or even our popular gonks!

 

Whatever their hobby or style, we have a piece of pottery that will be adored for years to come.

Birthday plate for mummy painted by chil

Get The Kids to Paint!

 

If the gift is for a family member like Grandma, get the kids to paint a piece. There's something so special about childrens drawings and artwork!

🎂 The 1st Birthday Plate Tradition

 

 

 

Have you seen the 1st Birthday Plate tradition on your social feed?  Trending Tiktoks and reels have brought lots of people to us to paint birthday plates, the most popular being for their baby's first birthday but other ages too.

The idea is simple:: you create a plate for your child’s first birthday. This plate then becomes a "family heirloom" that is brought out every single year for their birthday cake. It’s a fab way to create a tradition.

 

Read More: Want to know more? See Check out our Birthday Plate Tradition blog post and see some of the 1st birthday plates our customers have painted!

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