CVS Photo Holiday Gift Guide: Personalized Gifts for Family & Friends
By Rachel Jerris
Health & Personal CareThe strongest photo gifts don’t sit untouched on a shelf. They become part of the recipient’s routine, turning a familiar face, shared trip, or family milestone into something they can use, display, or revisit throughout the year.
CVS Photo offers plenty of ways to match the memory to the recipient. A family collage can cover a fleece blanket for grandparents, while a pet portrait can brighten a pillow or mouse pad. Journals and tote bags suit recipients who value practical presents, while ornament cubes, desk décor, and photo coasters preserve smaller moments without taking up much space. Start by thinking about where the gift will live and how the recipient spends their day. Then choose a clear, meaningful image, and check local pickup or shipping availability before you place your order.
Brighten Their Morning With a Design Your Own Photo Mug, 15 oz
Start their day with a familiar face, shared memory, or message printed on a gift they can use often. This customizable 15-ounce photo mug supports wraparound images, background designs, text, and decorative elements. Personalize it for a parent, grandparent, partner, friend, or coworker without sacrificing everyday function.
- Custom photo wrap: Feature one standout image or create a design using personal photos and embellishments.
- Meaningful text: Include a name, holiday greeting, important date, or short message.
- Durable construction: Uses white ceramic and measures 4.75 inches tall.
- Everyday convenience: Safely reheats drinks in the microwave and cleans in the dishwasher.
- Design care: Hand-washing is recommended to help preserve the printed image.
Personalize the Design Your Own Photo Mug, 15 oz, with a memory they’ll enjoy at every coffee break.
Personalize Their Daily Routine With a Travel Tumbler, 22 oz
Carry a favorite memory into commutes, workdays, and outdoor plans with this personalized travel tumbler. Its 22-ounce stainless steel body provides ample room for a preferred beverage, while double-wall insulation helps maintain hot or cold temperatures longer. Photos, text, and custom designs turn the practical drinkware into a personal holiday gift.
- Insulated Construction: Uses double-wall stainless steel to maintain beverage temperature.
- Generous Capacity: Holds 22 ounces for coffee, tea, water, and other drinks.
- Custom Design Options: Add personal photographs, names, short messages, or decorative graphics.
- Versatile Use: Suits travel, office routines, outdoor activities, and daily errands.
- Recommended Care: Hand-wash the tumbler to help protect its printed image.
Customize the Travel Tumbler, 22 oz, for a family member, friend, teacher, or busy commuter.
Create a Casual Gift for Friends With a Can Cooler
Keep canned and bottled drinks cold during tailgates, parties, and outdoor gatherings with this personalized can cooler. Its food-grade stainless steel construction and double-wall insulation support longer-lasting cold temperatures. Add a favorite photograph or custom design to turn an outdoor accessory into a practical gift for friends, relatives, or hosts.
- Double-Wall Insulation: Helps canned and bottled beverages stay colder for longer.
- Food-Grade Stainless Steel: Provides a durable body suited to regular use.
- Three-in-One Fit: Accommodates standard 12-ounce cans, bottles, and slim cans.
- Secure Black Lid: Screws into place and should be removed before inserting a drink.
- Personalized Exterior: Displays uploaded photos and design elements for a custom finish.
Design the Can Cooler with a shared memory for their next party, cookout, or outdoor trip.
Dress Up a Loved One’s Table With Photo Coasters, Set of 12
Protect tables while keeping favorite memories on display with these personalized board coasters. Each piece can feature uploaded photos, optional text, and a selected theme or design. Their compact size and practical materials suit coffee tables, dining areas, home bars, and office desks.
- Twelve-Piece Order: Provides multiple coasters for entertaining guests or placing throughout the home.
- Customizable Design: Displays favorite photographs with optional wording, themes, and decorative layouts.
- Compact Dimensions: Each coaster measures 3.75 by 3.75 inches.
- Protective Cork Backing: Uses a 1/8-inch cork layer to rest securely against furniture.
- Glossy Surface: Offers a durable, easy-to-clean finish that keeps the printed image visible.
Include the Photo Coasters, Set of 12, in a holiday package for new homeowners, hosts, couples, or relatives.
Turn Family Time Into a Game With a Photo Puzzle, 11x13
Revisit a favorite family trip, celebration, portrait, or candid moment while assembling this personalized puzzle. The 252-piece format offers an engaging activity for family game night, quiet afternoons, or holiday gatherings. Use one clear photograph for a bold finished image or arrange several pictures into a collage that tells a larger story.
- 252-Piece Challenge: Provides an approachable activity for adults, older children, and families.
- Personalized Image: Features one uploaded photograph or a custom photo collage.
- Finished Display Size: Measures 11 by 13 inches once every piece is assembled.
- Helpful Reference Image: Shows the completed design to guide players during assembly.
- Sturdy Storage Box: Keeps the pieces organized and prepares the puzzle for gifting.
Wrap the Photo Puzzle, 11x13, for relatives or friends who enjoy games and shared memories.
Keep a Favorite Face in View With a Photo Magnet, 5x7
Place a family portrait, baby announcement, vacation photograph, or pet picture where it can be seen each day. This personalized 5-by-7 format prints the selected image and attaches it to a flexible magnetic backing. Its simple design works as a small holiday present, stocking filler, or addition to a larger photo gift.
- Flexible Magnetic Backing: Attaches the printed photograph to refrigerators and other suitable magnetic surfaces.
- Two Display Options: Supports portrait or landscape orientation to suit the selected image.
- Useful Photo Size: Presents the picture in a visible 5-by-7-inch format.
- Individual Envelope: Includes an envelope for a neat, gift-ready presentation.
- Same-Day Option: Qualifies for Same Day Pickup at participating locations.
Order the Photo Magnet, 5x7, for grandparents, parents, friends, or anyone who enjoys displaying personal snapshots.
Add a Tiny Memory to Their Stocking With an Acrylic Magnet, 2x2
Frame a favorite face, pet, or holiday snapshot in a compact keepsake designed for everyday display. This acrylic magnet holds a 2-by-2-inch photograph beneath crystal-clear optical acrylic, adding visible depth without taking up much space. Its polished construction suits refrigerators, lockers, and office file cabinets.
- Optical Acrylic: Uses clear, high-quality material that keeps the photograph easy to see.
- Polished Edges: Creates a clean, finished look suitable for gifting.
- Strong Magnetic Hold: Adheres to refrigerators, lockers, file cabinets, and other magnetic surfaces.
- Durable Construction: Resists cracking, chipping, and scratching during regular use.
- Compact Dimensions: Measures 2 inches wide, 2 inches high, and half an inch deep.
Slip the Acrylic Magnet, 2x2, into a stocking or pair it with another personalized present.
Give a Standout Photo Extra Impact With a Metallic Poster, 16x20
Elevate a dramatic portrait, cityscape, travel photograph, or other high-impact image with an iridescent metallic finish. Printed on high-quality poster paper, this 16-by-20-inch format adds gloss and dimension while emphasizing the photograph’s color, contrast, and fine details. It offers a polished holiday gift for relatives or friends who enjoy distinctive wall décor.
- Metallic Finish: Creates a glossy, iridescent surface that catches the light.
- Enhanced Color: Emphasizes rich tones and helps standout images appear more vivid.
- Added Depth: Strengthens contrast and dimension across detailed photographs.
- Large Format: Measures 16 by 20 inches for a noticeable wall display.
- Flexible Presentation: Works as an unframed print or inside a compatible frame.
Choose the Metallic Poster, 16x20, for a photograph that deserves more space and visual impact.
Add Natural Texture to Their Décor With a Bamboo Panel, 8x10
Display a family portrait, wedding photograph, travel scene, artwork, certificate, or meaningful memento on a natural bamboo base. The image is pressed onto the panel to preserve vivid color and clear detail while allowing the wood grain to remain part of the presentation. Its freestanding and wall-ready format suits offices, bedrooms, living rooms, and entryways.
- Natural Bamboo Base: Features visible wood grain that gives each display a warm, organic character.
- Eco-Friendly Material: Uses bamboo for a more natural approach to personalized décor.
- Vibrant Image Quality: Maintains strong color and lasting clarity across the printed design.
- Versatile Personalization: Accommodates photographs, artwork, certificates, and other keepsakes.
- Flexible Display: Stands on a desk or tabletop and can also hang on a wall.
Select the Bamboo Panel, 8x10, for someone who prefers personal wall art with a natural finish.
Gather Several Memories in One Photo Collage Print, 4x6
Collect favorite celebrations, candid snapshots, travel scenes, or family milestones in one compact photo print. The collage format places several images within a single 4-by-6-inch layout, making it easier to tell a fuller story without selecting only one photograph. Frame it, tuck it inside a holiday card, or add it to a larger personalized gift.
- Multi-Photo Layout: Combines several selected images in one organized collage.
- Compact Format: Measures 4 by 6 inches for easy sharing and display.
- Quality Photo Paper: Provides a reliable surface for printing personal photographs.
- Clear Reproduction: Produces vibrant color and sharp detail across each included image.
- Same-Day Availability: Qualifies for Same Day Pickup at participating locations.
Create the Photo Collage Print, 4x6, for friends or relatives who would appreciate several memories in one place.
Photo gifts offer plenty of room to match different personalities without repeating the same present. Choose practical drinkware for someone always on the move, a metallic poster for a décor fan, photo coasters for a new homeowner, or a puzzle for a family that enjoys game night. Smaller magnets can round out stockings and gift exchanges. Head to CVS Photo Gifts to upload your images, compare formats, and prepare a gift list shaped around the people in your life.