Tired of the same old "personalized" gifts? Discover how to turn a child's drawing, a handwritten note, or a pet's portrait into a timeless leather gift at NINE Leather & Watch.
Every holiday season, the search is on for the perfect, "meaningful" gift. We scroll for hours, adding things to carts, but most "personalized" options feel... generic. A machine-stamped initial? A pre-set monogram? That's not a story; it's a template.
This Christmas, what if you could give something truly one-of-a-kind? At NINE Leather & Watch, we believe the best gifts are deeply personal. That's why our custom laser engraving isn't limited to a few fonts. **The only limit is your imagination.**
Your Imagination, Permanently Etched in Leather
This is where the magic happens. Our high-precision laser engraver allows us to transfer almost any digital image onto our full-grain leather goods. This isn't just personalization; it's preservation.
Instead of a simple monogram, you can engrave:
- A Handwritten Note: Find an old card with "Love, Mom" and let us immortalize that exact handwriting on a wallet.
- A Child's Drawing: Turn their first crayon masterpiece into a permanent keepsake on a wallet for Mom or Dad.
- A Pet Portrait: We can engrave a beautiful line-art version of their furry best friend.
- A Company Logo: The perfect, high-end gift for clients or employees.
- A Special Map: A small map of the street where you met or your first home.
- An Inside Joke or Favorite Quote: In any font you can find, or even in your own handwriting.
If you can dream it, we can (almost always) engrave it. A simple gift becomes a priceless story.

Ready to create the perfect gift?
LEARN MOREHow to Get Your Custom Engraved Gift
We make the process simple for both our local Kansas City customers and our online shoppers.
For In-Store Shoppers (Kansas City)
This is the fastest, easiest way to create your gift. Simply visit our store at the Independence Center Mall.
- Bring your idea, or digital file with you.
- Our team will help you place it perfectly on the product you choose.
- If we're not busy, your custom item can be ready in about an hour.
For Online Shoppers (Nationwide)
It's just as easy to order from home. Here's the 3-step process:
- Find your perfect item (like one of the wallets below) on our website.
- In the "Personalization" or "Laser Engraving" box, simply type "content emailed".
- After you complete your purchase, send an email to info@nineleather.co with:
- Your custom content (the photo, drawing, or text).
- Your order number in the subject line. This is crucial so we can match your file to your order!

Our Most Gift-Worthy Wallets
While we can engrave on almost anything, these customer favorites are the perfect canvas for your holiday gift:
- The Pop-Up Mechanical Wallet: Modern, sleek, and a favorite for the tech-lover.
- The Bifold ID Card Wallet: A timeless classic with a convenient ID window.
- The Minimalist Bifold: Perfect for the person who loves slim, front-pocket carry.
- The Compact Card Wallet: A simple, elegant sleeve for the true minimalist.
A Note on Holiday Deadlines & Shipping
This is the most important part! Please read carefully.
Online Orders
We are incredibly fast, shipping most orders the same or the next business day. However, **we cannot control holiday shipping carrier delays.** We strongly recommend you place your custom online orders as early as possible. We cannot guarantee Christmas delivery for online orders placed late in the season. Go ahead, shipping is free...
Local Kansas City Shoppers: You're in Luck!
This is your ultimate advantage. We are your official **last-minute Christmas gift headquarters.**
We will be offering our in-store, same-day engraving service right up until one hour before the mall closes on Christmas Eve!
Stressing on December 24th? Come to our store, pick a wallet, and walk out an hour later with the most thoughtful gift you'll give all year. Yes, in most cases, you can also get the Christmas packaging here.