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Absolutely! Just leave their name and address at checkout. I don't include prices in the parcel, and you can add a printed message if you'd like. I will seal the envelope for you - if you would like me to add any name to the front, just message me.

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Yes – most cards and all poem prints can be personalised with names, relationships, or sign-offs (like “Love Mummy x” or “From All of Us”). Just include your details in the box at checkout. You can also choose to add a name, age or date to some of the cards.

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Our cards are 6in x 6in Square or 5in x 7in Portrait Cards are printed on high-quality textured laid card with a premium coloured or Kraft ribbed envelope. All items are packaged in ‘Do Not Bend’ envelopes to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. *Our 5 x 7in portrait cards are not available for personalisation.

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Our cards are unique and have a thoughtful and sentimental verse on the front. Our heartfelt poems aim to send the gift of loving words to the family we love.

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Personalised 18th Birthday Card for Son – Poem by Helen Walters

Name: Personalised 18th Birthday Card for Son – Poem by Helen Walters
Brand: ShmunckiPoemGifts
SKU: 1044904453
Price: 5.52 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (26 reviews)

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Designed by ShmunckiPoemGifts
Materials: Cardstock
Width: 150 millimeters

Length: 150 millimeters

Celebrate your son’s 18th birthday with a personalised birthday card created especially for him.
This Son 18th Birthday Card features his name prominently at the top, followed by an original poem by Helen Walters and a special 18th birthday message.
It is designed to feel much more personal than a standard birthday card and makes a meaningful keepsake for one of life’s biggest milestones.
Perfect for a son turning 18, this card celebrates the young man he has become and gives you a way to tell him how proud you are of him.
The card can be personalised with your son’s name so the front feels completely individual to him.
For example:
DANIEL
followed by the poem and birthday message.
This card is perfect for:
• Son’s 18th birthday
• A personalised 18th birthday card
• An 18th birthday card for him
• An adult son birthday card
• From Mum to Son
• From Dad to Son
• From Mum and Dad together
• Parents looking for a special 18th birthday keepsake
Turning 18 is such an important milestone, and this original poem has been written to celebrate your son, the memories you share and the person he is becoming.
The large personalised name makes the card feel especially individual and helps turn it into something he can keep and look back on after his birthday.
You can personalise the card with:
• Your son’s name
• A personal sign-off
• Your own printed message inside, if required
Simply enter the wording you would like in the personalisation box when ordering.
Card details:
Size: 150mm x 150mm square
Card: Premium quality cardstock
Envelope: Included
Poem: Original poem by Helen Walters
Personalisation: Son’s name displayed prominently on the front
Inside: Blank or personalised printed message option
Packaging: Sent protected in a sturdy hard-backed envelope
If you would like us to send the card directly to your son, simply add your personal message when ordering and enter his delivery address at checkout.
Royal Mail 2nd Class is automatically selected at checkout.
Please allow a minimum of 3–5 working days after dispatch for delivery.
If you need the card for a specific birthday date, please select 1st Class delivery at checkout and order as early as possible.
First Class is a faster service, but delivery dates supplied by Etsy and Royal Mail are estimates and cannot be guaranteed.
Every Shmuncki poem is written by poet Helen Walters.
Our cards are created for those moments when a simple “Happy Birthday” doesn’t feel quite enough – helping you tell the people you love not only that they matter, but why.
Colours may vary slightly between screens and the finished printed card.
Personalised products cannot normally be returned unless damaged or incorrect.
Poems and designs are protected by copyright and must not be reproduced without written permission.
If there is any issue with your order, please message me and I will always do my best to put it right.

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