If you’re looking for a special Christmas gift idea this year then look no further. What could be more special than having your photos printed on canvas? This is a great gift that will last a lifetime and add real meaning to your gift giving.

The process is really easy - you just choose a photo or photos (if you want a montage), give it to the retailer, wait a few days and there you have it, one photo on canvas. If you’re ordering over the internet it’s even easier - just email your photo across and they will send your canvas directly to your front door.

Deciding what photo to use is probably the hardest part of the whole process. If you’re buying for a grandparent then it goes without saying that the children will take centre stage. If you’ve ever had a studio portrait done then this will be the best photo to use. Failing that try and pick something natural - that shot of your child they weren;t aware of but look so beautiful in.

If you’re buying for a loved one then a special day will be your best choice - canvas prints of wedding photos are a great way of displaying them. Prints of pets are also popular with animal lovers. Fido on the kitchen wall will go down a treat.

If you want something even more special then turn your print into a work of art. Your photo can have pop art effects added (think Andy Warhol) and make a stunning centre piece for any room.

Of course you don’t have to use a photo of a person. If you’ve got a favourite landscape photo, or maybe a close-up of a flower then this will make a stunning piece of art too.

Here are some tips for buying canvas prints:

1. The thicker the frame, the better - aim for around 2″.

2. The ink should be ‘UV ink’. This means the canvas print won’t fade and the colours will always look vibrant.

3. The cheapest printers aren’t always the best - check out customer reviews if available

Go with this Christmas gift idea and you’ll have some very happy relatives!