FAQ Hub
Every question, in one place.
Quick answers about our custom photo magnets, buttons, coasters, and keepsakes — handmade in Yakima, WA and shipped nationwide.
Ordering & proofs
+How do I place a custom photo keepsake order?
Upload your photos through our order form and tell us the moment you're preserving. We'll respond within 3 business days with a proof and a secure payment link — production begins after you approve the proof.
+How is a mixed order (ready-made + custom) billed?
As two transactions — ready-made items check out immediately, and custom pieces are paid at order and proofed afterward. Combined shipping is available so you don't pay twice.
+Where does proof review and payment happen?
Everything happens by email. Your proof, design options, and payment link all arrive at the address you provide when you upload.
+Will my photo be edited before it becomes my magnet, button, or coaster?
Yes. We use design and photo-editing tools — including AI-assisted tools like Canva, ChatGPT, and Gemini — to fit your photo into the finished design. Your photo is used only to create your order and is not shared publicly or used for anything else without your separate permission. See our Photo Use & Privacy page at tsocustomkeepsakes.com/photo-use-and-privacy for full details.
+Is my child's photo safe to send you?
Yes. Please just avoid photos where your child's name, school, home address, or other identifying details are visible in the background. We don't post customer photos publicly or use them in marketing unless you specifically opt in.
Custom quotes & paying your balance
+Do I get an email confirmation after paying my quote?
Yes. Shopify emails your payment receipt right away, and Evee B... sends a written confirmation to the email on your request within 3 business days listing your amount, item, consent choices, and the next steps.
+How do I pay a custom quote from TSO Custom Keepsakes?
Go to tsocustomkeepsakes.com/pay-my-quote, enter the exact whole-dollar price Evee B... confirmed with you by email, add your name and email, and pay in full through secure Shopify checkout. The page is only for orders already quoted by email — please don't pay a guessed amount.
+Why do custom orders have to be paid in full before production?
Custom keepsakes are made from your photos and can't be resold, so materials, artwork, and press time are committed to you alone. Payment in full confirms the order and starts your proof and production schedule — no artwork or pressing begins before payment clears.
+What if the amount I entered doesn't match my quote?
We check every custom payment against the quote on file. If the amount doesn't match, we email you before anything is made and either refund the difference or send a short balance link — nothing goes into production until it matches.
+Will TSO use my photos in advertising?
Only if you say yes. Every order requires you to confirm you have rights to your photos, and sharing a finished keepsake on our website or social media is a separate optional checkbox you can leave unchecked. Full details are on our photo policy page.
+How long does it take TSO Custom Keepsakes to confirm my quote payment?
Allow 3 business days. Evee B... checks your payment against the quote on file and emails a written confirmation with your amount, item, and consent choices within 3 business days. Yakima Valley customers can also arrange free pickup at Peach Tree Retirement Center in that same message.
+What should I do if I haven't heard back after 3 business days?
Email tsocustomkeepsakes@gmail.com with your name and the amount you paid. Confirmations go out within 3 business days, so anything past that usually means the message landed in spam — we'll resend it the same day.
+Can I get a text reminder about my quote and proof timeline?
Yes, it's optional. Add your mobile number and tick the reminder box on the pay-my-quote form and TSO Custom Keepsakes will text you about your proof and timeline once the 3-business-day confirmation window is up. Order messages only — reply STOP any time.
+How do I leave a review for TSO Custom Keepsakes?
Use the Leave a review button on our payment confirmation, reviews, or share-your-keepsake pages. It opens our quick on-site form at tsocustomkeepsakes.com/leave-a-review — a star rating, a sentence, and an optional photo. You can also share your photo and story with us directly at tsocustomkeepsakes.com/reviews.
Turnaround & final sale
+How long does an order take?
Proof within 3 business days, then 7-10 business days after proof approval. Shipping transit time is in addition to that window; local pickup skips transit.
+Can I cancel or return a personalized keepsake?
Every keepsake is personalized to your photos and your story, which means we can't resell or restock it for someone else. Because of that, all sales are final once your proof is approved. We stand behind the quality of every piece we make — if something arrives damaged or incorrect, reach out and we'll make it right.
+Can I pick up instead of paying for shipping?
Yes. Choose Local Pickup (Yakima Valley — free) at checkout and we'll email you when your order is ready for pickup at Peach Tree Retirement Center in Yakima.
Keepsakes, sizes & photos
+How many pieces come in a set?
Sets start at a Keepsake Quad of 4 ($32) and go up to a Legacy Vault of 12 ($78). Most families love the Memory Six or Journey Mosaic for the best per-piece value.
+Can I mix magnets and buttons in one set?
Yes — magnets and buttons mix freely at the same per-piece price within a single set. Just tell us the split when you upload.
+What size are the keepsakes?
Every magnet, pinback button, and ornament is a generous 3.5″ round — large enough for faces to read at a glance.
+Can you add a name, dates, or a Bible verse?
Absolutely. Names, dates, scripture references, song lyrics, or short messages can be added on or beneath each piece — included in the design.
+How long does an order take?
Proof within 3 business days, then 7-10 business days after proof approval. Shipping transit time is additional, and local pickup skips transit. Many orders finish sooner, but turnaround isn't guaranteed — holidays, peak seasons, high volume, or heavy customization can extend it. Faster turnaround may be available upon request, and event bookings fill quickly, so reach out as early as you can.
+Do you ship, or can I pick up locally in the Yakima Valley?
Both. We ship across the USA, and local pickup in the Yakima Valley is always free.
+How is shipping calculated?
Shipping options and cost are shown at checkout · local pickup in the Yakima Valley is always free. (Storyboards are quoted separately.)
+What photo quality do I need?
A clear phone snapshot usually works beautifully. We'll let you know during the proof stage if anything needs to be re-sent at a higher resolution.
+What happens to my photos?
Your photos are used only for your order and never shared.
Local pickup & Yakima Valley
+Do you make custom photo magnets near me in Yakima, WA?
Yes — every keepsake is designed and produced in Yakima, WA, and we serve Selah, Union Gap, Terrace Heights, Moxee, Wapato, Toppenish, and the entire Yakima Valley. Local pickup is always free.
+Can I pick up my order locally?
Absolutely. Local pickup in the Yakima Valley is free — just choose local pickup when you order and we'll email you when your keepsakes are ready.
+Do you ship nationwide?
Yes. We ship anywhere in the USA. Shipping is calculated at checkout, and local pickup in the Yakima Valley is free. Storyboards are quoted separately.
Testify Swag Kids & site changes
+What is Testify Swag Kids?
Testify Swag Kids is our line of hands-on Bible lesson magnet sets for children — Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18) and Kids Like David (1 Samuel 17). Both are reusable, screen-free, and handmade in the Yakima Valley.
+Where did the Armor of God and Kids Like David pages go?
They now each have their own page: Armor of God at /kids/armor-of-god and Kids Like David at /kids-like-david. The Testify Swag Kids hub at /testify-swag-kids links to both.
+What happened to the Whispa'ah Vault?
Whispa'ah is no longer a product drop. It's now Whispa'ah Moments — our journal of stories behind the keepsakes we make. Limited-edition designs still live on the Limited Edition page.
+Where did About, How It Works, and FAQ move to?
They're still here — you'll find them in the footer under Help & Info, along with the Gift & Keepsake Knowledge Center. The top navigation is now Home, Gifts, Kids, and Whispa'ah Moments.
Gifts, Whispa'ah Moments & Kids navigation
+Where did Whispa'ah Vault go?
Whispa'ah Vault has grown into Whispa'ah Moments — our blog, where we share the stories, faith, and moments behind every keepsake we press. Some treasures are simply revealed in a new season.
+What is Whispa'ah Moments?
Whispa'ah Moments is our blog — home to stories about faith, family, and the meaning behind what we make. Visit it anytime from the Whispa'ah Moments tab at the top of the site.
+Where can I find your Bible lesson magnet sets for kids?
Visit the Kids tab at the top of the site to explore Armor of God and Kids Like David — our interactive Bible story magnet sets.
+Can I order a Kids Like David set for my Sunday school class or church group?
Yes — ministry leaders and Sunday school teachers can have kits shipped directly to them for a class or group. Reach out to tsocustomkeepsakes@gmail.com with your group size and we'll help you get every kid their own set.
+Where did "Shop" go?
"Shop" is now "Gifts" — same catalog, same products, just a name that fits us better.
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