It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we've rounded up the Best Picture Christmas Ornaments for 2020! But before we begin, what makes these ornaments so special?

Why Picture Christmas Ornaments?

A personalized Christmas ornament makes the perfect addition to your tree, but it also makes a great gift idea. Nothing beats a personalized gift, and what better gift at Christmas time than an ornament. Ornaments are used year after year, and they bring back memories when you see them hung on your tree.

When ornaments are personalized with a picture, a new factor is added. The recipient, or yourself, will remember the moment that ornament represents even more than if it was generic. A picture Christmas ornament is unique to you, there's nothing quite like it. You can add your favorite photos from the year and surprise your friends and family with a personalized gift that really didn't require much time and effort. Just grab a photo from their social media or even your phone, and you're good to go.

How do you choose the right picture?

When selecting the perfect picture for your Picture Christmas Ornament, think about the recipient and the quality of the photo you are choosing.

First, the recipient. Are you very close with the person you are gifting this ornament to? If so, you can choose more intimate photos, like photos of their children or pictures from their wedding. If the person you are gifting this picture ornament to is more of a distant friend, it might be better to choose a family photo or something more publicly shared on social media.

Next, consider the picture quality. The best pictures to submit for your picture Christmas ornament are high resolution images directly from your phone, camera, or computer. Pictures from social media still work great and will create a beautiful ornament, but the resolution is lower in those pictures so some of the details of the photo could be left out/more difficult to notice.

1. Custom Photo Christmas Ornament

Why print your photos out at the store only for them to sit in a box tucked away when you can print your favorite photos on a Christmas ornament that you'll use for years to come? This personalized picture Christmas ornament is simple but such a great gift idea. The personal touch of the photo on this Christmas ornament makes this ornament a great personalized gift idea for friends, family, and neighbors. Just pull a photo from their social media and you're ready to order!

2. Stuck at Home for the Holidays Photo Christmas Ornament

You know the saying, "nothing like home for the holidays". Well, I think we've all had a little too much "home" this year and this light-hearted ornament is the perfect way to remember quarantining at home this year.

3. Our First Home Photo Christmas Ornament

Remember the feeling of excitement when you bought your first home? Whether you're a new homeowner or you've moved many times, this picture Christmas ornament is the perfect way to remember that special moment when you moved into your first home!

4. Our First Apartment Photo Christmas Ornament

Did you just move into your first apartment together? It's a big milestone, and a picture Christmas ornament is the perfect way to remember it. 

5. Christmas at the Beach Photo Christmas Ornament

Does your family have a special place they travel to each holiday season? This ornament is perfect for families who spend their holidays at the beach. Customize it to include the specific beach you vacation at each Christmas! 

6. Our First Christmas as a Family Photo Christmas Ornament

Are you a part of a blended family? Or is it your first Christmas with a new family member? This Christmas ornament is the perfect way to remember your first holiday season as a family.

7. True Friends Are Hard to Find Photo Christmas Ornament

True friends really are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget. This Christmas ornament is the perfect gift for your friends to remind them how important they are to you! What better time to give them that reminder than the holiday season with a personalized Christmas ornament featuring a photo of you all!

8. Quarantined Class of 2020 Photo Christmas Ornament

Are you or someone you know part of the quarantined Class of 2020? This customizable ornament is the perfect way to recognize a 2020 grad. Whether they graduated in May 2020 or December 2020, this ornament will help them celebrate their big day. Customize this picture ornament by adding your favorite grad photo!

9. Family Name with Date Photo Christmas Ornament

10. Married Christmas Photo Christmas Ornament

11. Our First Christmas as Mr and Mrs Photo Christmas Ornament

12. Save the Date Photo Christmas Ornament

13. She Said Yes Engagement Photo Christmas Ornament

14. Engaged Photo Christmas Ornament

15. We Didn't Stay 6 Feet Apart Photo Christmas Ornament

 Did you get pregnant during quarantine? This light-hearted ornament is the perfect way to announce that your family is growing in 2021!

16. Baby Coming 2021 Red Floral Photo Christmas Ornament

 Are you looking for a creative way to announce your pregnancy this holiday season? This personalized 3D ultrasound picture Christmas ornament is the perfect way to surprise friends and family with the good news!

17. Christmas Miracle in the Making Photo Christmas Ornament

 Let your friends and family know that you have a Christmas miracle in the making, a new baby arriving in 2021! This sonogram picture ornament is the perfect way to surprise them with the good news.

18. Baby's First Christmas Red Floral Photo Christmas Ornament

There's nothing quite like a baby's first Christmas! Celebrate your little one's first holiday season with this picture ornament. You can include a photo of them in a Christmas outfit, by the tree, or posed with friends and family.

19. Baby Picture with Date Photo Christmas Ornament

Celebrate the addition of a new family member with this picture ornament! You can add the child's full name and birth date around the photo for an even more personal touch.

 20. Baby Birth Stats Photo Christmas Ornament

Did you welcome a new family member this year? Remember when they were "that little" for years to come with a picture Christmas ornament!

 21. Godmother EST Pink Floral Photo Christmas Ornament

Show your child's godmother some love with this godmother picture ornament! Whether she's been her godmother for years or your child was born this year, the godmother is sure to love this thoughtful gift.

22. Godparents Proposal Photo Christmas Ornament

Propose to your godparents with an adorable picture ornament of your child. How could they say no to that face?!

23. Godfather EST Photo Christmas Ornament

Surprise your child's godfather with a meaningful gift this holiday season. He can hang this picture ornament on his tree year after year to remember how much of a blessing his godchild is.

24. First Christmas as Grandma Photo Christmas Ornament

We always hear about baby's first Christmas, but what about your first Christmas as a grandma? There's nothing quite like celebrating the holidays with a little one. Show grandma some love this Christmas with a personalized picture ornament with a photo of her and her new best friend.

25. Siblings Make the Best Friends Photo Christmas Ornament

Siblings have their ups and downs, but they really do make the best friends. This picture Christmas ornament is the perfect gift for your children, or for your own siblings!

26. Forever in Our Hearts Photo Christmas Ornament

Losing a family member is hard, but especially your first holiday season in their absence. Remember the good times with this custom picture ornament, and remember that they are forever in your hearts.

27. Happy Pawlidays Dog Photo Christmas Ornament

You can't forget about Christmas ornaments for your furry friends! Wish everyone a Happy Holiday with this customizable pet ornament, great for photos of dogs or cats, or both!

28. Meowy Christmas Cat Photo Christmas Ornament

We wish you a "meowy" Christmas! Cat lovers, this one is for you. Pick your favorite photo of your cat(s) and you have the perfect personalized picture Christmas ornament.

29. We Woof You a Merry Christmas Photo Christmas Ornament

Dog lovers, this ornament was made for you! "Woof" your friends and family a Merry Christmas with this picture ornament. Add a family photo, or just a picture of your dog(s)!

30. He's Making a List, I Ate It Twice Dog Photo Christmas Ornament

Last but not least, this ornament is for the dog owners whose fur babies love to chew! This funny picture Christmas ornament is the perfect excuse to display even more pictures of your dogs in your home.

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