Business Details
Custom Hand-Painted Gifts for Every Occasion
Misguided Designs is a creative studio specializing in hand-painted personalized gifts tailored to every occasion. With over a decade of experience, we collaborate closely with clients to transform their unique visions into one-of-a-kind art pieces, including custom canvas paintings, wood boxes, memory keepsakes, and mixed-media projects. Our process begins with understanding client needs, followed by meticulous hand-crafted execution using materials like mache, wood, canvas, and glass.We serve individuals seeking meaningful gifts for birthdays, weddings, graduations, and corporate events, as well as special commissions for memorials and artistic statements. Our work has been celebrated for its emotional resonance and attention to detail, with clients nationwide praising the quality and personalization of our creations. We prioritize clear communication and timely delivery, requiring full payment upfront to ensure project completion by the desired deadline.
Services
Canvas Paintings
Wood Box Art
Memory Boxes
Shadow Boxes
Special Commissions
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized art tailored to your specific occasion and preferences
- Our portfolio includes over 15 years of creative custom gift projects
- We accept multiple payment methods through secure Square transactions
- Each piece incorporates detailed color, pattern, and theme matching
- Our work has received consistent client praise since 2010
What people say
Perfect and beautiful
Amazing work
Tears of joy
Will treasure it
Speechless with delight
Services
Canvas Paintings
Custom hand-painted canvas artworks in various sizes, from 8"x10" portraits to large 20"x24" pieces. Clients can request specific themes, subjects, or styles, with options for color matching and personalized details. Ideal for commemorating special events, creating wall art, or producing unique gifts that capture personal stories and memories.
Wood Box Art
Decorative wood boxes transformed through hand-painted designs, including wine boxes, shadow boxes, and memory containers. Available in multiple sizes with customization options for interior/exterior lettering, fabric hinges, and special ornamentation. Perfect for preserving cherished moments, celebrating achievements, or creating distinctive keepsakes with both functional and artistic elements.
Memory Boxes
Personalized memory preservation boxes featuring hand-painted scenes, knitted elements, and mixed-media components. Customizable with personal inscriptions, themed decorations, and three-dimensional features. Designed to honor life milestones, memorialize loved ones, or celebrate special occasions through tactile, visual storytelling that combines artistic skill with emotional significance.
Special Commissions
Unique art commissions beyond standard offerings, including mixed-media sculptures, paper art installations, and unconventional gift creations. The process involves detailed client consultation to develop one-of-a-kind pieces that may incorporate multiple materials and techniques. Suitable for clients seeking distinctive artistic expressions for events, organizations, or personal collections requiring specialized creative solutions.
Shadow Boxes
Dimensional shadow box displays combining painted backgrounds with added decorative elements. Customizable with themed decorations, personal memorabilia, and hand-crafted components. Designed to create immersive visual narratives that showcase specific interests, hobbies, or significant life events through layered artistic presentation that extends beyond traditional flat artwork.
People
Kim Gibson
Owner & Artist
Creative force behind Misguided Designs with over 15 years of experience in personalized art creation. Specializes in transforming client stories into unique visual masterpieces using diverse mediums and techniques.
Questions
What types of custom art do you create?
We specialize in canvas paintings, wood box art, memory keepsakes, shadow boxes, and mixed-media commissions. Each piece is hand-painted and customized to your specific occasion, theme, or personal story.
How does the custom order process work?
After discussing your vision, we'll email an invoice through Square. Upon payment receipt, we begin creating your piece, ensuring completion by your event date. Payment delays may affect delivery timelines.
What sizes are available for canvas paintings?
Canvas sizes range from 8"x10" portraits to 20"x24" large-format works. We can accommodate specific size requests and will discuss options during your initial consultation to match your display needs.
Can you match specific color schemes or themes?
Yes, we specialize in color matching, pattern replication, and theme-specific designs. Whether you need wedding colors incorporated or specific imagery represented, we'll work closely to achieve your vision.
Do you ship completed pieces?
All custom artworks are shipped directly to clients. We use secure packaging methods to ensure safe delivery of your hand-painted keepsake, with shipping arrangements confirmed during order processing.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payments through Square, including credit cards, debit cards, and checks. Full payment is required upfront to begin your custom project, with payment options detailed in your emailed invoice.
