Last-Minute Personalised Birthday Card

Sometimes birthdays arrive faster than expected. If you need a thoughtful gift quickly, you can create a personalised birthday card online in just a few minutes. Using hand-drawn portrait elements, you design the card yourself by choosing the hairstyle, face, outfit and accessories, then adding your own message.

What is a last-minute personalised birthday card?

A last-minute personalised birthday card is a greeting card you can design online in a few minutes by customising a portrait and message. It can be sent digitally or ordered as a printed card.

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Why personalised cards work for last-minute gifts

  • You can create it in just a few minutes

  • No design experience needed

  • You can add a personal message

  • Digital delivery for same-day gifting

How it works

A custom illustration of Jennifer Aniston using the Design Your Own portrait builder

Step 1

Personalise the portrait

Choose from illustrated elements such as hair, facial features, outfits and accessories to create the character.

Birthday card with a portrait illustration of a girl holding balloons surrounded by party decorations on a light pink background.

step 2

Add your message

Write the name of the recipient or a birthday message directly on the front of the card, for a keepsake that can be framed.

Girl looking at her phone reading a monthly newsletter Art Drops by Jun-Yi

step 3

Choose digital or printed delivery

Receive a digital file by email or order a printed card with envelope posted from the Netherlands.

When a last-minute personalised card is useful

  • You forgot to buy a card in advance

  • You are sending birthday wishes from another country

  • You want to send something more personal than a generic e-card

  • You need a quick but thoughtful gift

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Why choose a personalised card instead of a generic e-card?

  • The card reflects the person receiving it

  • You can add a personal message

  • It feels more thoughtful than a generic template

  • You can still send it quickly when time is short

Create your personalised birthday card

If you need a birthday card quickly, you can design one in just a few minutes using hand-drawn elements in the online builder.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send a personalised birthday card the same day?

Yes. If you choose the digital option, the card can be delivered by email once it is processed, within the same working day.

Do I need illustration skills?

No. The card builder uses pre-drawn elements that you combine.

Can I send the card internationally?

Digital cards can be sent anywhere. Printed cards are posted from the Netherlands and can be sent directly to the recipient in a lovely premium envelope with textured lining.

  • Made with ❤️ in the Netherlands

  • Loved around the world

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Give someone a card that will be treasured for a long time to come