Piscataway, NJ (PRWEB) October 8, 2007 -- This holiday season, don't wander the mall aimlessly. Instead, give thanks for the gift of family and friends by incorporating prized photos into one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.

"You can't go wrong in giving these very thoughtful gifts," says Anna Nanavati, owner of E-personalizedgifts.com (http://www.e-personalizedgifts.com). "They let the receiver know that it's been well thought out and planned. The photo that one selects is what makes the gift unique."

Here are five hot personalized photo gifts sure to "wow" everyone on your holiday list -- from your mom (who says she has everything she needs) to your daughter (who never seems to like anything you pick out) and even your boss (whose taste you're still not 100 percent sure of):

1. Photo Tapestries (http://e-personalizedgifts.com/?event=tapestry) -- Cuddle up with happy memories with super-soft tapestry blankets featuring your favorite photo. E-personalizedgifts.com's warm blankets are created from a patent-pending sublimation process of cotton-poly blend. Since the photo becomes part of the fabric, the feel of the fabric remains soft and cozy to the touch. And the photo is permanent -- so no worries about it rubbing off or fading. The blanket throws highlight a picture in full color and incredible detail.

Perfect for: An original baby gift. Upload a photo of the new prince or princess, add the newborn's name and date of birth, and vóila: a baby gift a new mom or dad (or grandparent) will adore. Or, present your favorite newlyweds with a snapshot of their wedding they can proudly display.

2. Photo Pillows (http://e-personalizedgifts.com/?event=pillows) -- Photo Pillows are a fun way of prominently displaying a favorite photo on a sofa, bed or couch. The personalized photo pillows are 18" x 18", overstuffed with 100 percent polyester fiber fill and backed with 100 percent cotton duck fabric, currently available in black. Get a matching tapestry with your pillow to add to your décor and gift set. Or order a few photo pillows from the same event and mix and match.

Perfect for: A hostess or housewarming gift. Bring along a photo pillow reminiscent of good times, or if you can get your hands on an old black and white photo from generations past, you'll keep family history and memories alive.

3. Photo Totes (http://e-personalizedgifts.com/?event=totebags) -- Carry memories with you at all times in this sleek Photo Tote. The totes are made of very soft micro fiber suede fabric. And at 14" x 17", they're big enough to hold everything you need. Photo Totes are available in dark brown, camel or black.

Perfect for: Giving a one-of-the-kind diaper bag, or a clever way for grandma to tote her knitting supplies and show off her grandkids.

4. Photuzzles (Photo Puzzles) (http://e-personalizedgifts.com/?event=photuzzles)-- Turn favorite personal photos, artwork or a company logo into a jigsaw puzzle. Photuzzles make memorable gifts. In addition to 11 standard jigsaw puzzle sizes, E-personalizedgifts.com will allow users to customize the size and number of pieces. Surprise the kids with personalized photuzzles. Then hang the completed photuzzles of your children in their bedroom. Jigsaw puzzles also make great promotional items.

Perfect for: Creating a unique toy they don't already have. Take a photo of your child with his or her friends. Turn it into a Photuzzle, and invite all your child's friends over. They'll have a blast putting their photo jigsaw together.

5. Crystals (http://e-personalizedgifts.com/?event=crystals) -- Crystallize fond memories with Photo Crystals -- one of the most popular photo gifts. Choose from crystals shaped like pianos, icebergs and fans. Photo Crystals double as paperweights.

Perfect for: A working spouse. Turn a favorite family photo into a crystal colleagues won't stop exclaiming about.

About E-personalizedgifts.com:

E-personalizedgifts.com, an online gift store, boasts personalized gifts of the highest quality. E-personalizedgifts.com's product line includes photo tapestries, pillows, totes, crystals, photo puzzles, snowmagic and more. If you are looking for personalized gifts for birthdays, christenings, weddings, graduations, baby gifts, grandparents' gifts, Christmas, or any other special occasion, E-personalizedgifts.com is the perfect resource. Just upload or mail in your photograph and email E-personalizedgifts.com what you have in mind. The company's gift specialists will create a unique gift that will be cherished forever.

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