What Makes a Good Custom Order?

Before You Hit “Add to Cart,” Here’s What to Think About So We Can Bring Your Vision to Life the Right Way

So, you’re ready to go custom. Love that for you. 🫶 But before you smash that “add to cart” button, let’s talk about what makes a good custom order. Because here’s the thing: custom doesn’t mean complicated (you already know our motto), but it does mean we need the right info from you to make it perfect.

Think of it like ordering food — if you just say “surprise me,” you might end up with anchovies on your pizza. Same energy here. The more you tell us, the better we can nail your vision.

1. Be Clear About the Vibe

Are you going for bold and sassy? Sweet and sentimental? Minimal and modern? Give us a hint about the mood of your order. Even one word can point us in the right direction.

Example: “This is for my bestie who’s extra, funny, and obsessed with iced coffee.” → We already know to pull designs that scream playful + caffeinated queen.

2. Details, Details, Details

Details are the difference between “meh” and chef’s kiss.

Names & Spellings – Double-check ‘em. Nobody wants a hoodie that says “Jesscia.”

Dates – For anniversaries, events, or milestones.

Colors – If you have a fave color scheme, let us know.

Trust me, these small things save big headaches.

3. Think About Use (Not Just Looks)

Yes, custom gifts should look cute, but they should also fit their life.

If your friend’s always on the go → think tumblers, totes, or hoodies.

If they’re the homebody type → think mugs, candles, or cozy sweatshirts.

If it’s for a party → favors they’ll actually use instead of toss.

When you match the gift to the lifestyle, it goes from “nice” to nailed it.

4. Don’t Overcomplicate It

Sometimes less is more. A simple design that feels personal beats a cluttered one with too much going on. You don’t need to squeeze every inside joke, date, and quote you’ve ever shared into one product. Pick the highlight, and let it shine.

5. Trust the Process (We’ve Got You)

Here’s the beauty of working with Craftopia: once you tell us your vision, we handle the rest. You don’t need to figure out fonts, layouts, or design software. That’s literally why we’re here.

The Bottom Line

A good custom order = clear vision + right details + a product they’ll actually use. You give us the vibe, we’ll bring it to life — stress-free, cute, and ready to impress.

Ready to find your people-pleasing, personality-packed gift? [Shop Craftopia’s collections here.]