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A first Christmas ornament in round glass, with your photograph in full colour, in three sizes. Round is the shape the occasion has always used, and for a baby it is a better fit than it would be for almost any other subject.

One Subject, Which Suits a Baby

A baby first Christmas ornament holds one face, and that is all a circle at this size will take. For this occasion the limitation does not matter: the picture people want is a close one of a newborn, often asleep, and that is precisely the crop a round ornament is good at. A circle removes all four corners, so nothing important should sit near an edge.

Newborn Photographs Are Usually Dark

Most of them are taken indoors, in December, in poor light. Thin glass passes light from the tree behind it, which helps a dark picture more than it helps a bright one, but the source still has to be there.

Three Sizes

The smallest disappears among larger decorations and the largest holds its own on a full tree. For an ornament that will be looked for every year, the large is the one people do not regret. All three weigh little enough that a branch takes them without bending, and glass is brittle rather than flexible, so this hangs out of reach of small children and animals.

Files and Alternatives

Our designers crop the image to the circle and set the wording before production. Use the original from the camera roll rather than a version that has been shared and re-shared, since each pass through a chat app costs resolution. A heart-shaped version of the same design is made for a first Christmas as a married couple rather than a baby's, and bell, square, octagon, paw and bone shapes are made in the same glass if a circle is not what you want.

The photo keeps its full colour, which on a tree is most of the effect. Order early, since December post is slower than the rest of the year and a Christmas ornament has a date that cannot move. An ornament is brought out and put away once a year, so the box it arrives in is worth keeping.

The range runs to seven shapes. Heart, round, square, octagon, bell, bone, paw. Sets are built to your own choice of shapes. Ten per cent off at two, fifty at fifteen. Colour Enhancement can be added for $1.99 per image.

Full Gifting Experience

Gift Wrapping Service

Let ArtPix 3D wrap your present for you! We have a variety of festive patterns for you to choose from while customizing your item.

Pop-up Greeting Card

Add a 3D Greeting Card to your order! Each one opens to reveal a beautiful pop-up surprise.

Video Books

Make your message unforgettable with this sleek, hardcover video brochure, combining audio, video, and print for a truly personal touch.

  • Made in USA

    Every crystal is crafted in Chicago with care, precision, and premium materials.

  • Same-Day Shipping

    Order before 2 PM CT for same-day shipping, other shipping options available at checkout.

  • 30-Day Return

    Shop with confidence knowing every order is backed by our 30-day return policy.

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First Christmas Photo Glass Round Ornament FAQs

You can upload any high-quality image that you’d like to have engraved in your crystal. That could be a favorite family photo or a picture of you and your spouse. It could also be a really great selfie or a picture of your dog. Everyone has unique memories that are special to them, and at ArtPix 3D, we totally get that.

So go ahead! Upload a photo of the llama you saw at the petting zoo, the cactus that poked you on your family vacation, or the treehouse you used to hang out in before it got struck by lightning. Maybe this picture is linked to a significant moment in your life, or maybe it’s part of an elaborate inside joke; either way, we’re happy to engrave it in a custom crystal keepsake that you can treasure forever.

All our crystal items come in a custom black gift box with internal padding, which protects your crystal during shipment, and offers a great way to store your crystal securely when not on display.

Ordering a custom crystal online at ArtPix 3D is easy! You’ll start by selecting a crystal product from our shop. Next, you’ll upload your photo and adjust its position on a template of your crystal shape. Once you’re happy with your preview, you can customize your crystal by choosing your size and writing a note or caption to be engraved below your image. You can also select various add-ons to be included with your order, such as light bases, greeting cards, and a cleaning kit.

When you’re finished, double-check to make sure you’re satisfied with the customization options you selected. Next, check the box that reads “The personalization I entered is correct,” and select Add to Cart.

You’ll have another opportunity to confirm your personalization in your cart. Check your order summary to verify that the size, shape, and orientation (if applicable) of your crystals are correct. You should also proofread any text and make sure your selected add-ons are all present and accounted for. If you enabled ArtPix HD for your photo, your summary should confirm it.

Next, enter your payment and shipping details. If you have a discount code, you can apply it at this stage under Apply Coupon. You can also provide any custom instructions under Order Notes. Finally, select Place Order to finalize your purchase.

Order before 2pm CT for same-day shipping!

Our estimated delivery timeframes are as follows*:

Free Shipping (1-4 days) with orders $79+

Standard $9.99 (1-3 days)

Express $22.99 (1-2 days)

High Priority Express $39.99 (1 day)

Tracking information is provided with all shipping options for your convenience.

*Please note that actual delivery times may vary, especially during peak seasons. Precise delivery times are available during checkout. Additionally, our shipping services are subject to specific cutoff times for same-day processing (2pm CT) and may have limitations on delivery locations. Same-day processing does not apply on Sundays and, therefore, may add an additional day to our estimated delivery timeframes.

The international shipping options that will be available to you during checkout are:

CountryFreeEconomyPriorityPriority PlusExpress
Australia4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
Canada5-9 days4-7 days2-4 days2-3 days1-2 days
Germany4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
New Zealand4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
United Kingdom4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days

Great question! You earn 2 points for every dollar spent on any Crystal items and 1 point for every dollar spent on any non-crystal add-ons (light bases, wrapping paper, greeting cards, cleaning kit, ornament stands, candles, etc).

You can also earn points by leaving reviews on purchased items, referring a friend, following us on Instagram, liking us on Facebook, and subscribing to our Newsletters. We also celebrate our customers with points on Birthdays and Anniversaries! For more information, check out our Rewards page

Does ArtPix 3D specialize in custom crystal gifts? The answer to both questions is a hearty yes! We handle your digital photos with the utmost care, and we’ll never use them for any purpose other than to create your custom crystal.

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Choosing the Best Pic for Your Glass Photo Ornament Circle

To create your glass ornament with a photo, it’s important to keep in mind our best tips and tricks:

  1. For optimal clarity, ensure your photo is blur and grain-free.
  2. Select ‘Enhance to HD’ during customization to make your photo POP.
  3. Remember that the photo is cropped to fit perfectly in the shape of your glass photo ornament!
    1. For best results, we recommend a close-up photo or portrait.
    2. Use our easy-to-use photo editing tools to line up your pic just the way you want.

Looking for other glass ornament photo shapes and designs? Check out our shop!