Personalised Baby Announcement Plaque

Introduce your little one with a personalised baby announcement plaque made in a beautiful wooden balloon shape. A hand-painted 3D first name, engraved extra names and a delicate satin ribbon turn this baby name sign into a special detail for newborn photographs and a keepsake to treasure.

A personalised baby announcement sign for your first photograph

Pack it in your hospital bag, include it in a birth announcement photo or surprise parents-to-be with a personalised baby shower gift. The natural birch wood, raised lettering and little engraved teddy create a gentle nursery look, while the custom names make every plaque personal.

Our examples read “Hello World, my name is”. Prefer “Welcome to the World”, different wording or no introductory message? Tell us in your personalisation details. Once the announcement is shared, your balloon baby name plaque becomes a lovely reminder of those first days.

Made personal, with a raised 3D name

• Material: 3 mm birch plywood with a natural wood finish.
• First name: raised wooden lettering, hand-painted in your selected colour.
• Additional names and surname: engraved into the plaque as standard.
• Design: balloon shape, engraved teddy detail and a Pink or Blue satin ribbon.
• Made to order: by our small family business in Hull, UK.

Choose your size, name colour and ribbon separately

• Small: approximately 12 cm wide × 14 cm high.
• Large: approximately 15 cm wide × 20 cm high.
• XL: approximately 21 cm wide × 27 cm high.
• Name Colour: Pastel Pink, Pastel Blue, White, Grey, Brown, Sage Green or Beige.
• Ribbon Colour: Pink or Blue.

Dimensions refer to the wooden plaque; the loose ribbon is additional. Either ribbon colour can be paired with any name colour. For example, choose White lettering with a Blue ribbon, or Pastel Blue lettering with a Pink ribbon. All three sizes display the personalised names clearly; longer names may need a smaller lettering layout.

Personalising your balloon baby name sign

1. Choose the colour for the raised first name.
2. Select Small, Large or XL.
3. Choose your Pink or Blue ribbon.
4. Enter all names exactly as they should appear, including spelling and capitals. Add any wording or layout requests in the same box.

Example 1: “Amelia Anderson” — Amelia in 3D Pastel Pink, Anderson engraved; Small; Pink ribbon.

Example 2: “Oakley Jaxon Davies” — Oakley in 3D Pastel Blue, Jaxon and Davies engraved; Large; Blue ribbon.

Would you like two first names in raised lettering? Write “both first names in 3D” with the names. For a long name or a more detailed custom message, contact us before ordering so we can check the layout. A design preview is available on request.

A newborn photo prop and a thoughtful keepsake gift

This wooden birth announcement sign is ideal for sharing your baby's name with family and friends. Use it for a supervised newborn photoshoot or give it as a personalised new baby gift, then display it safely in the nursery. Natural wood grain and the hand-painted finish make each piece a little different.

Planning the photograph? Our baby announcement ideas and wording guide includes captions, photo tips and a closer look at raised and engraved names. You can also explore our personalised baby announcement plaques to compare balloon, round and teddy designs.

Dispatch and UK delivery

We usually dispatch on the next working day once all personalisation details are confirmed. Standard UK delivery is free. Faster services, where available, can be selected at checkout; delivery time depends on the service chosen.

Frequently asked questions

Which names are made in 3D?

The first name is raised and painted. Additional names and the surname are engraved as standard. Clearly request “both first names in 3D” if that is your preference.

Can I choose different wording?

Yes. Add your preferred wording with the names, such as “Welcome to the World”, or ask us to leave off the introductory message. Contact us first for a longer custom message.

Are the ribbon and name colours separate?

Yes. Choose from seven name colours and independently select a Pink or Blue ribbon.

What size should I choose?

Small is approximately 12 × 14 cm, Large 15 × 20 cm and XL 21 × 27 cm. Choose Large or XL for a more prominent display or ask us about the layout for longer names.

Can I see a preview?

Yes, a preview is available on request. Send us your names and any layout preferences.

Will the colours look exactly like the photos?

Screen settings can affect colour appearance. Each plaque is hand-painted, and natural wood grain varies slightly.

How quickly will my plaque be dispatched?

Usually on the next working day after all personalisation details are confirmed. Select an available faster delivery service at checkout if you have a deadline.

Is this a toy?

No, it is a decorative photo prop and keepsake. Use it under adult supervision and display it out of children's reach.

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