Design Your Own Custom Bobble Head: Ordering Guide
Design your own custom bobble head with a clear brief, suitable photographs, outfit choices, props, and a simple approval checklist before production.
Decide what the figure should say about you
People who want to design their own bobble head often start with accessories. Start with the story instead. Is the figure celebrating a career, wedding, graduation, sport, retirement, or simply the recipient’s personality? That choice should guide the pose, clothes, and props.
Write a one-sentence brief such as “standing golfer in weekend clothes holding one club” or “nurse in workwear with a name on the base”. A focused brief helps the artist understand which details matter most.
Open the custom bobblehead order page to compare the currently available finish and personalisation choices before preparing your files.
Prepare photos and instructions together
Use a clear face photo, an outfit reference, and separate close-ups of any important object. Do not assume the artist can identify a specific uniform, hairstyle, or tool from a vague description. Label files or explain which detail to take from each image.
When you make your own bobblehead, distinguish requirements from preferences. A correct hair colour may be essential; an exact shoe lace may not be. This keeps feedback useful and protects the recognisable features of the design.
- Face and hair references
- Chosen outfit and colours
- Pose and hand position
- One or two meaningful props
- Short base wording
Review the complete design
Before approval, check the name, dates, colours, handedness, profession details, and whether every requested item is visible. View the design as a whole rather than zooming in only on small details.
If the figure is a gift, use the photo guide for making a bobblehead of someone and allow time for feedback, production, and delivery. Custom work benefits from an accurate brief more than a long one.
Save the final brief in one message or document so the artist does not need to reconcile conflicting instructions from several chats. A single approved reference set also makes it easier for you to check the proof against the original request.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose the pose and outfit?
Yes. Provide a clear written brief and visual references for the pose, clothing, colours, and any important accessories.
How many props should I request?
One or two recognisable props usually create a clearer design than many small objects competing for attention.