designOclock.com

Will this be the most unusual gift idea you have this year?

Most of us struggle to find a different, personal and meaningful present for a birthday or special occasion. So how about a clock that is custom-designed by you to delight, amuse or amaze?

The gift that means so much more

You know yourself how much more an individual present means to someone. More than the latest mass-produced gizmo, or the same box of chocolates you gave last year. The smile on the face of your loved one, friend or relative is going to be bigger if they know that you picked out something special just for them. Even better if you made it yourself, with that person in mind. But doesn't that mean you need to be skilled at crafts, and have plenty time to spare? Well - not any more...

Imagine you can easily create a clock online...

...and see it take shape in front of your eyes. First, you choose the background for the face. Maybe you have a photo of your own that means something personal. You upload it and focus in on exactly the part that looks best on the clock face. Or you may prefer to find the background you want by browsing around our ever-expanding collection of pictures and designs selected from photographers and artists around the world.

Next, you pick hands to match. You decide what style of face markings or numerals to use, or whether your clock would look better without. And then you add a personal message. Or not, if you think the picture says it all - it's up to you.

You can get this far in around two minutes, if you are short of time. But if you are enjoying being creative, try out as many different pictures and ideas as you want. Go back and change any part. You always see a lifelike view of your clock on the screen, so you can see when you have got it exactly right. And the best bit is still to come...

Click a button and we make the clock for you

When you are completely happy, click Buy this clock to go to our secure ordering page. This is on PayPal's website, so you know your details will be kept safe. You can pay with either PayPal or a normal credit card. Our quick turnaround, UK manufacturing and first-class delivery means you should get your clock in a couple of working days. All you have left to do now is wrap up your gift, and look forward to how much your creativity will be appreciated.

We answer a few more questions you may have below,
but if you just want to get started on your clock, click here >>>

How do I...?

How do I make sure the photo I use looks good on the clock?

A rectangular photo is not designed for a circular clockface. And you don't want the centre of the hands to cover up little Johnny's charming smile!. So we have developed a world-first way of making sure it looks just right. After you upload your picture, it appears on the screen with a dotted circle over the part that will appear on the clock. You move the circle around, and shrink or expand it until you have found exactly the position you want. It's really easy, and you immediately see how your clock is going to look - before you order.

How are the clocks made?

Your design is printed directly onto the face of a CD, with a rich-coloured gloss finish, and the mechanism fixed to the back. You get a free table-top stand, or you can hang your clock up by the built-in hanger. And a free battery is also included, so you don't have to hunt one out yourself.

How much does it cost?

Amazingly enough, we can offer these individually made clocks for the same sort of price as you would pay for any "ordinary" clock in the shops - only £8.99 each. So why not design another at the same time to brighten up your own home or office?

How can I be sure the clock will be what I want?

As you can see a realistic view of your clock before you order, you know exactly what you are getting. But we want to make sure all our customers are completely happy, so we offer a risk-free money-back guarantee. If you don't like the clock when it arrives, for any reason, just send it back within 7 days for a full refund.

How do I get started?

Just click the Try it now button below to go to the design page. Click around the tabs on the right - you will soon see all the things you can do. Any time you want to know a bit more, click on the Help tab.

Ready to start?