Corporate Christmas Bauble Gifting: A Planning Guide for Business

Corporate Christmas bauble orders have a habit of arriving later than planned, in the wrong quantity, or with a logo that doesn't engrave cleanly. This guide covers the planning decisions to make before you order — timing, quantity, material and artwork — so the actual order takes five minutes once you're ready.

Why wooden baubles work as a corporate gift

Most corporate Christmas gifts are forgettable. Baubles are different because they come back out every December. A client who received a branded bauble from you three years ago will hang it on their tree again this year — and think of you when they do. That kind of quiet, repeated brand impression is hard to buy with any other gift at this price point.

When to start planning

Large orders take longer to make than single items, so for runs of 100 or more, ordering in October gives you the most breathing room — time for any artwork questions and production before the December rush. Smaller orders can usually be placed later, but dispatch times tighten through November and December. If you're ordering for a multi-site company or need staged delivery to different offices, allow extra time on top. The current dispatch time is always shown at checkout, so check it before you commit to a date with your own team or clients.

Choosing your quantity: staff, clients, or both

Most businesses order in one of three patterns: a bauble for every employee (desk drop or team gift), a bauble for top clients only (a smaller, higher-touch list), or both from the same design with different personalisation. If you're doing both, it's usually cheaper to combine them into a single bulk order and list the individual names in the personalisation box on the product page, rather than placing two separate smaller orders — bulk discounts are based on total quantity, not per design.

Which bauble design fits your gifting style

The branded baubles collection covers a few different formats — oak veneered MDF or FSC bamboo, round or star-framed, standard or large logo engraving, in sizes from 54 × 61mm up to 101 × 117mm. If brand visibility is the priority, the large-logo version makes your mark the focal point. If you want something a little more distinctive on a crowded desk of corporate swag, the star-cut design stands out. For the lowest cost per unit on a big team order, the 54 × 61mm wholesale bauble is the cheapest of the range; if you would rather the gift had a second use, the employee gift bauble doubles as a coaster once the ribbon is removed.

Oak or bamboo?

Our standard baubles are 4mm FSC-certified oak veneered MDF. We also make baubles in FSC-certified Moso bamboo (certificate BV-COC-190523), for companies that want a solid natural material or engraving on both faces. Both materials can be referenced in CSR reporting as FSC-certified. Bamboo costs a little more but engraves just as cleanly.

Preparing your logo

PNG or JPG both work, and your logo can be colour or black and white. We will convert it for engraving. If your logo has a lot of fine text or a complex crest, we will check it and get in touch before your order is made if anything needs simplifying. Vector files (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF) give the sharpest result if your design team can export one.

Budget planning

Bulk discounts are applied automatically at checkout — no code needed — based on total quantity ordered:

• 20+ units: 10% off
• 50+ units: 15% off
• 100+ units: 20% off
• 250+ units: 25% off
• 500+ units: 30% off
• 1,000+ units: 35% off

Because the discount is based on total units, it's worth checking whether combining a staff order and a client order into one purchase pushes you into a better tier, even if you personalise each one differently.

Frequently asked questions

Can I order a mix of personalised names on a bulk order?
Yes — add all the different names or messages in the personalisation box on the product page, one per line. We engrave each one individually.

Do you supply a proof before engraving?
We only send proofs if you request one in the personalisation box, or if we have a query about your artwork. For standard orders, we go straight to engraving.

Do you issue invoices or accept purchase order numbers?
Yes — we issue a VAT invoice on dispatch, and can add a PO number if you include it in the personalisation box or checkout notes.

What if I only need a handful, not a bulk order?
There's no minimum order — buy a single bauble at full price if you just need a sample or a small run under 20 units.

Ready to order? Browse the branded Christmas baubles collection. Buying more than baubles this year? Read corporate Christmas gifts: what gets kept, and when to order. Looking for a personal keepsake instead of a company order? See our personalised Christmas baubles for pets, babies and family gifts.