Family Tree Gift Ideas: How to Make a Framed Family Tree Poster

A family tree is one of the few gifts that gets more meaningful every year. A framed family tree poster puts names, faces and generations on the wall, where everyone can see where they come from.

Who is a family tree gift for?

  • Grandparents who want every grandchild on a branch
  • A couple joining two families at a wedding or anniversary
  • A new baby, with the first leaf on the tree
  • Family reunions, one poster for each household
  • Remembering someone who passed, in the middle of the family they built

Step by step

  1. Collect the basics. Names, birth years and who is related to whom. Start with three generations.
  2. Choose photos. Square or portrait photos with clear faces work best. Crop them tight on the face.
  3. Pick a style. A golden tree with portraits on the branches feels classic and warm. A family chart with cards is clearer for large families.
  4. Add a title. Something short, like the family name and a line about your story.
  5. Choose the frame and size. Thin metal frames feel modern, oak frames feel natural. Larger sizes suit bigger families.

Build it online in minutes

Our family tree designer lets you add people and photos, preview the result in a real MAAT frame and order it printed and framed. Your tree stays on your device until you order.

Tips for a great result

  • Use the same style of photo for everyone when you can
  • Add pets, they are family too
  • Check spelling of every name before you order

Looking for more gift ideas? See the gift guide or our sacred wall art.