Personalized Stone Gift Guide

Quick answer: A personalized engraved stone is a gift people keep and actually see every day. Address and family name stones are the most popular choice for housewarmings and realtor closings, name-and-date stones work for weddings and anniversaries, and memorial stones make a lasting sympathy gift. Every Design A Stone is made to order in Rantoul, Illinois, ships within 4 business days and ships free to the lower 48 states.

Housewarming and new homeowner gifts

A new home is the moment people want to mark. An engraved address or family name stone goes straight into the front yard and gets seen every day, unlike a candle or a bottle of wine.

Welcome to our home family name stone in a bed of yellow flowers

What to engrave:

  • The family's last name and "Est. 2026"
  • Their new house number
  • A short welcome message

Shop Address Stones →   Also see: Family name and garden stones · Welcome stones

Realtor closing gifts

A closing gift that sits by the buyers' front door keeps you top of mind every time they or their neighbors walk by. Address stones are practical and personal, and they ship free straight to the new home.

Engraved house number stone in a front-yard gravel bed by a brick house

What to engrave:

  • The buyers' new address
  • Their family name and move-in year

Shop Address Stones →   Also see: Family name stones

Wedding and anniversary gifts

For a couple starting out or celebrating years together, a stone engraved with their names and date becomes a permanent part of their garden.

Mr and Mrs engraved name stone with an established date by a front porch

What to engrave:

  • Both names and the wedding date
  • "Est." with the year they married
  • A favorite quote or verse

Shop Personalized Name & Garden Stones →   Also see: Religious stones

Christmas gifts

A personalized stone is a gift for the person who has everything: one-of-a-kind, useful, and built for the outdoors. Every order ships free to the lower 48 states. For 2026, order by December 15 for delivery before Christmas.

Merry Christmas engraved stone in pine straw beside a front door

What to engrave:

  • Grandparents' last name or "Grandma's Garden"
  • A new homeowner's address
  • Their favorite team (NFL and college stones available)

Shop Christmas Stones & Gifts →   Also see: Best-selling stones

Memorial and sympathy gifts

A memorial stone gives a family a place in their own garden to remember someone they love, whether that's a person or a pet.

In Loving Memory engraved memorial stone under a tree near a pond

What to engrave:

  • Name and dates
  • A short verse or "Forever in our hearts"

Shop Memorial Stones →   Also see: Religious stones

Gifts for veterans and sports fans

Honor a veteran's service, or celebrate a favorite team with an officially licensed NFL or college stone.

Engraved eagle and shield America stone in a river rock bed by a porch

What to engrave:

  • Name, branch and years of service
  • Family name with their team's logo

Shop Veteran Stones →   Also see: NFL stones · College stones

Tips for ordering a stone as a gift

  • Double-check the spelling. Every stone is custom-made, so it can't be returned or exchanged.
  • Pick the size for the spot. The 15" x 15" stone (about 24-28 lbs) suits flower beds and entryways. The 21" x 21" stone (about 39-44 lbs) stands out from the street.
  • Ship it straight to them. Use the recipient's street address. FedEx can't deliver to PO boxes.
  • Plan the timing. Orders ship within 4 business days, plus 2-5 business days for FedEx delivery.

About Design A Stone: founded in 2020, we make every stone to order at our facility in Rantoul, Illinois. We hold an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and are rated 4.7 out of 5 on Trustpilot.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good personalized housewarming gift?

An engraved address or family name stone is one of the most useful personalized housewarming gifts: it goes in the front yard, gets seen every day and lasts for years. The lettering is filled with the same monument-grade paint used on headstones. Design A Stone stones are made to order in Rantoul, Illinois, ship within 4 business days and ship free to the lower 48 states.

What is a good closing gift from a realtor?

A personalized address stone with the buyers' new address or family name. It's practical, it stays at the home, and it keeps the agent top of mind.

How long does a personalized stone take to arrive?

Design A Stone orders ship within 4 business days, and FedEx delivery usually takes 2 to 5 business days after that. For 2026, order by December 15 for Christmas delivery.

Can I ship a stone directly to the gift recipient?

Yes. Enter the recipient's street address at checkout. FedEx can't deliver to PO boxes.

Can I return a personalized stone?

Because every stone is custom-made for you, personalized stones can't be returned or exchanged, so please double-check spelling, font and color before you order. If a stone is damaged in shipping, we'll send a replacement.

Want to know how our stones hold up outdoors? Read How Our Stones Are Built to Last.