Custom Shaped Medal Pillow: Your Proudest Moment, Made to Hold
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You crossed the finish line. You earned that medal. Most people hang it on a hook and forget about it within a year. A custom shaped medal pillow turns that moment into something you can actually hold — die-cut from your race or event photo, printed in full color on both sides, and handmade in Chicago by a small US team who cares about the result.
Don't worry about the preview!
• Pillow Preview: Do not worry about the auto generated mockup; it is not final.
• Professional Review: After you order, a professional graphic designer from the USA will manually review and adjust your image to ensure the highest quality result.
• Multiple Objects: You can include more than one object (pets, people, etc.). on a pillow.
• Special Instructions: Feel free to add notes for our design team at checkout.
• Double-Sided: The same photo is used on both sides.
• Fabric: Made from soft, machine-washable velvet fabric.
• Thickness: The pillow is designed to be plush and full, with a thickness of approximately 4–6 inches, depending on the size selected.
Why Athletes Choose Our Custom Medal Pillow
Custom die-cut silhouette
Shaped like your actual race photo, not a generic rectangle or stock design
Double-sided full-color printing
Your race medal photo in vivid, lifelike detail on both sides, front and back
Ultra-soft plush fabric
As satisfying to hold as crossing the finish line felt
Handmade in Chicago, USA
Crafted with artisan care and premium quality, every single order
A gift that honors the effort
Right for marathons, triathlons, Spartan races, or any finish line worth remembering
The Medal Deserves More Than a Drawer
Most medals end up in a box within a year. Not because the race didn't matter, because there's nowhere good to put them. A custom shaped medal pillow gives that moment a permanent home. It's full-size and huggable, made from your actual race photo, and printed in lifelike detail on both sides. Put it on the couch, the shelf, or hand it to someone who ran beside you. It's a better tribute than a hook on the wall.
Or Make It a Gift for the Runner Who Has Everything
Runners are notoriously hard to shop for. They already have the gear, the shoes, the foam roller. What they don't have is a keepsake that actually captures the race. Send us their finish line photo, the one where they look completely wrecked and completely proud at the same time, and we'll turn it into a die-cut pillow shaped exactly like that moment. It's the gift that says you actually paid attention.
The Perfect Gift for Every Finish Line
From a first 5K to a marathon PR, triathlon, or obstacle race, this gift fits any finish line. A custom medal pillow suits the first-time finisher and the twenty-year veteran alike.
Size guide
Not sure which size to pick? Here’s a quick compar
16" SMALL - CUTE, COMPACT, GIFTABLE.
Best for: desk buddies, travel, keepsakes, close-up photos.
22" MEDIUM - OUR FAN FAVORITE.
Best for: everyday hugs, kids’ rooms, thoughtful gifts.
30" LARGE -BIG, BOLD & SUPER HUGGABLE.
Best for: statement gifts, home decor, max snuggle vibes.
It works for a marathon, a triathlon, a Spartan race, or the local 5K that meant everything. Built from their photo, it says something a trophy shelf cannot.
Who This Custom Medal Pillow Is For
For the runner who trained for months and deserves more than a medal on a hook
For the friend or family member who wants to celebrate a finisher with something truly personal
For the athlete who completed a bucket-list race and wants a keepsake that matches the achievement
For anyone who wants to give a gift that says "I know how hard you worked for this"
For the runner who's hard to shop for but lights up when something actually reflects their passion
See How It Works In 3 Steps
See How It Works In 3 Steps
1. Upload
Your Photo
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2. Preview
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What Size Medal Pillow Is Right for You?
16" Small
A desk or shelf-sized trophy, great for a first race or a personal gift
22" Medium
Our most popular size, big enough to display proudly, easy to gift and ship
30" Large
A statement piece for a bedroom or living room, the race that deserves wall-worthy recognition
60" Extra Large
A life-sized showpiece, for the race that was bigger than any other
For the sharpest result, choose a photo where the medal and the person are both clearly visible and well-lit. Finish line photos, podium shots, and race-day selfies all work great. Older or lower-resolution photos are usually fine too; our design team upscales what they can and only reaches out if a photo truly cannot be used.
Made by Hand in Chicago, Built to Last
Every custom medal pillow starts with a soft velvet polyester shell, the kind of fabric that feels premium the moment you pick it up. Inside, a plush polyester fiber fill gives it real weight and structure. This isn't a flat novelty item. It's a keepsake built to last as long as the memory it represents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will my medal pillow match the mockup?
The mockup is auto-generated from your photo, but a real graphic designer reviews and adjusts every order before production. The same photo prints on both sides. Each pillow is approximately 4–6 inches thick depending on size.
What if I'm not happy with my medal pillow?
If for any reason you're not completely satisfied, we'll remake it for free until you're 100% happy. Every order is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Where are the medal pillows made?
Every medal pillow is handmade in Chicago, Illinois, supporting a small American business with every order.
What are the medal pillows made from?
Our pillows are made from 100% ultra-soft velvet fabric with crisp, double-sided printing of your photo. Machine washable and built to last.
What image resolution should I upload for the sharpest print?
Bigger is better. Most phone photos work great, and anything around 2000 pixels or more on the long side will print sharp. If your file is too small or blurry, our design team will reach out for a better one before we print.
Is the same design printed on both sides?
Yes. The same photo prints on both sides of the pillow.
Which size should I choose?
The 16-inch is a great desk or shelf keepsake. The 22-inch is our most popular — big enough to display proudly anywhere. The 30-inch makes a real statement for a bedroom or living room. The 60-inch XL is the showpiece size, for the race that deserves life-sized recognition.
What are the medal pillows made from, and how do I wash them?
Each pillow has a soft velvet polyester shell with a polyester fiber fill inside. It is machine washable and dryable, built for real daily use, not just display.
Can I use any race or event photo?
Yes. Upload whichever photo captures the moment, a finish-line shot, a medal photo, a mid-race action shot, or a post-race celebration. If your photo needs adjustments, our design team handles that before printing.
How long does shipping take?
Most medal pillows ship within 4 to 6 business days. We currently ship to the US, Canada, and the United Kingdom.