A poem makes a wonderful gift, especially when it’s been personally written for someone. It’s the perfect way to show that you care or to commemorate a special occasion, and it can be read time and time again. However, how often it’s looked at may well come down to how you choose to display it. There is the simple option of printing it on plain white paper, but that’s just the beginning. In fact, if you’re feeling really creative, the way you display your poem can be as elegant and unique as the poem itself.
4 Ways to Display Your Poem
- Frame it – Perhaps the most obvious option, but certainly not the least impactful, framing your print turns it into a piece of artwork that can be displayed for all to see. To frame your poem, you can choose an online service that will print and frame it at the same time, or you can choose your own frame and mount and then have the poem printed to the right dimensions to fit.
- Engrave it – As an alternative to framing, why not have your poem laser-engraved onto wood, metal or porcelain to make a truly unique gift? The beauty of natural wood can create a warm, timeless feel, whereas the contrast of words on metal delivers a more modern twist. As with a more traditional framed print, there are many companies and online services that will be able to take your poem and etch it or engrave it onto all sorts of materials.
- Print it – As with having your poem engraved, you can print it onto all lots of different materials too. The obvious option is paper or card, and there are many different types and qualities of both. However, a popular choice is to have words printed onto canvas. A borderless canvas print can deliver a great impact. What’s more, canvas weighs less than a framed print, is easier and more economical if you want a larger size, and the frameless presentation creates a modern style.
- Post it – While you could surprise someone with a personalised poem in the post, you could also choose to post the poem online and share it with all their friends and family. You could simply share your poem on whichever social media site they use most frequently. Or, you could create a webpage to display the poem and share it alongside pictures of special memories and moments.
Creative Ideas for Shorter Poems
Framing and engraving are the most popular choices for displaying longer poems. However, if you’ve got a shorter poem that’s around ten lines long or less, there are even more options available to you. You could embroider the poem onto a pillow, paint it on a wall, or have a magnet or keyring made with those special words. Short and sweet doesn’t have to mean without impact.
Making Your Mind Up
With so many choices available to you, making your mind up can be the hardest part. Remember that poetry is extremely personal, so your choice of how to display it should be too. Think about what the person likes and consider their personal style. There are many creative and thoughtful ways that you can showcase a poem as a gift, and there’s definitely one that will work for you. You’ll also want to consider size; if your gift is likely to be displayed on a windowsill or side table, A5 is probably best. However, if it’s likely to be hung on the wall, you may want to size up.
If you’d like some help and advice on printing or displaying your poem, don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’m more than happy to resize your PDF so that it works perfectly for your needs and will do everything I can to make sure your poem looks perfect.