Family & Pets: How to Make One Perfect Personalized Christmas Ornament (Everyone Included)

Because the dog *is* part of the family. Here's how to fit your people and pets into a single, adorable keepsake.

A friendly guide to creating one ornament that includes family and pets—photo tips, layouts, and adorable examples.

Pick the right photo

Gathered & close: Sit or stand close so faces are big enough to stylize nicely.

Pet placement: Hold pets or seat them in front; avoid motion blur.

Light matters: Face a window or go outdoors in shade for even glow.

Choose a layout that flatters

Classic cluster: Everyone grouped shoulder-to-shoulder (best for 3–5 faces).

Center feature: Put baby or pet in the center, parents flanking left/right.

Cameo collage: Multiple head-and-shoulder cameos around a center heart.

Names & year: Keep it short: "The Parkers • 2025" or "Milo's First Christmas 2025".

Adorable ideas

New puppy reveal: Ornament with the first selfie—instant happy tears.

Grandparents' brag: All grandkids + pets in one scene. (Frame it every year!)

Baby & fur-sibling: "First Christmas together" to treasure forever.

Design your family + pets ornament

FAQ

How many faces can fit? 2–6 usually look great on a 3″ round. More is possible with tighter cropping.

Can you add a halo or little wings? Yes—we can style memorial elements tastefully on request.

What about different pets? Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds—if you love them, we'll include them.