Custom Cat Ornaments: 6 Personalized Gifts for Cat Lovers in 2026

Quick answer: A custom cat ornament turns one clear photo of your cat into a keepsake for the tree, with their name added. The most popular styles are a watercolor portrait in a striped frame with a gingham bow, a portrait ornament that arrives gift boxed, a striped ceramic ornament with the name in script, and a funny “Year We Got Meowwied” ornament for couples who are cat people. Most cost $19 to $25 and are made to order from the photo you upload.

Cats run the house for twelve months and then get left off the tree. A personalized cat ornament fixes that: it is your cat, with their actual markings and name, not a generic tabby from a store shelf. Below are six ideas, who each one suits, and a few tips for taking a photo of a cat who refuses to sit still.

1. A watercolor cat portrait with a gingham bow

Your cat is painted in soft watercolor inside a pastel striped frame, with a red gingham bow on top and their name lettered above the ears. The style keeps every stripe, spot and whisker from the photo but softens the background, so even a picture taken on the couch looks like a portrait.

Best for: the main cat of the house, or a cat mom who has everything.

Watercolor Cat Portrait Ceramic Ornament $24.99 $36.99 Personalize it

2. “The Year We Got Meowwied” couple ornament

Two cats in a wedding suit and veil, with “The Year We Got Meowwied,” the couple’s last name and the year. It is one of the cat gifts our customers order most this season, and it lands as a funny wedding or first Christmas married gift for a couple whose cats came first.

Best for: newlyweds who are cat people, or a white elephant exchange where everyone knows the couple.

The Year We Got Meowwied Couple Ornament $19.99 $28.99 Personalize it

3. A portrait ornament that arrives gift boxed

A cream ceramic ornament with your pet painted from the photo and the name written beside them with a paw print. It comes in a red gift box, so it is ready to hand over at a party. Order one for each animal and you get a matching set where the cat and the dog finally share a shelf in peace.

Best for: a gift for a cat-loving friend, coworker or neighbor.

Gift Boxed Cat Portrait Ceramic Ornament $24.99 $36.99 Personalize it

4. A striped ceramic ornament with their name in script

A classic round ceramic ornament with a soft striped background, the pet’s portrait in the center and their name in handwritten script along the top. It is simple enough to order for every pet in the family, and it looks right on a farmhouse or neutral tree.

Best for: multi-pet homes that want one ornament per cat (and dog).

Striped Ceramic Pet Name Ornament $18.99 $25.00 Personalize it

Have a dog in the house too? See our ideas for custom dog ornaments from your photo.

5. A stocking ornament for every member, cat included

A set of mini stocking ornaments in red and green plaid, each with a name, and a paw print stocking for the pet. It puts the cat on the same row as everyone else, which is exactly where they think they belong.

Best for: a family Christmas tree, or a first Christmas with a new kitten.

Family Names and Paw Stocking Ornaments $19.99 $24.99 Personalize it

6. Beyond the tree: a miniature cat office set

Not every cat gift has to hang. This tiny desk scene has a cat at a laptop on a mustard chair, with a custom name plate. It is a favorite for the coworker who keeps a cat photo as their wallpaper and joins every video call with a cat on the keyboard.

Best for: coworkers, remote workers and a cat lover’s desk all year.

Miniature Cat Office Set with Name Plate $21.99 $27.99 Personalize it

How to get a good photo of your cat

• Use daylight from a window. Soft side light shows the coat pattern and eye color best.

• Get down to eye level. Photos taken from above make cats look small and squashed.

• Wait for the “loaf.” A relaxed cat with both eyes open beats an action shot.

• Crinkle a treat bag behind the camera to get the ears up and the face toward you.

• Black cats: pick a photo where the eyes and outline are clear against a lighter background.

Ideas for what to write

• Just the name and year: “Mochi 2026.”

• A title they have earned: “Chief Napping Officer” or “Head of Household.”

• “First Christmas with us” for a newly adopted cat.

• For a cat who has passed, a short line like “Forever in my heart.”

Frequently asked questions

Can I get an ornament of my own cat, not a lookalike?

Yes. Each portrait ornament above is made from the photo you upload, so the markings, eye color and face shape are your cat’s.

Do these work for more than one cat?

Most portrait ornaments show one pet each, so order one per cat for a matching set. The stocking set lets you add a name for every member of the household.

What is a good Christmas gift for a cat lover?

Something with their own cat on it. A custom cat ornament with the cat’s name is personal, affordable and easy to ship, and a cat-themed desk set works for a coworker.

How long does a custom cat ornament take?

Each piece is made to order from your photo. Shipping options and estimated delivery dates are shown at checkout.

See all personalized pet ornaments, gifts for couples, or our guide to pet memorial gifts if you are remembering a cat who has passed.