Custom Vinyl Record for Mum — The Gift She'll Play Over and Over Again
You want to give her something that says everything you don't quite know how to put into words.
Not a bunch of flowers that'll be gone by Wednesday. Not a voucher she'll forget about. Something that actually captures it — the warmth, the history, the songs that always make you think of her.
A custom vinyl record does that. Put the right songs on it and she won't be able to stop playing it. It's the kind of personalised gift for Mum that doesn't end up in a drawer — it ends up on the turntable.
Her Favourite Songs. Your Family Photos. Pressed Into Vinyl — In Real Time.
At PhonoLab, we make custom vinyl records from scratch, right here in Newcastle, NSW. Every record is cut in real time — the needle hits the blank, the groove forms, and the music lives in the vinyl forever.
Fill it with the songs she loves — the classics she's had on repeat for years, the ones that were always playing in the house growing up, the tracks that remind you of her the moment you hear them. Pair it with your family photos on the cover and labels and what you end up with is a personalised keepsake she'll treasure for the rest of her life.
Whether you're looking for a unique Mother's Day gift in Australia, something special for Mum's milestone birthday, or a "just because" surprise — this is the one.
What the Mum Record Looks Like
Our Mum template has a warmth and elegance to it that feels completely fitting — a soft, earthy photo collage cover with beautiful script typography, and centre labels that wrap the tracklist around the edge of a family photo. It's designed to look like a proper album. Because it is one.
Full-colour pocketed cover (350gsm) — A photo collage of your family's favourite moments — the candid ones, the holidays, the ordinary days that somehow perfectly captured everything. Printed on heavyweight 350gsm card stock with a 3mm spine. Our free Canva templates have the correct dimensions built in so everything comes out crisp and print-ready.
Custom full-colour centre labels — Both sides of the record get their own label with your family photos and the tracklist wrapped around the edge. It's a detail that makes people look twice — and then go find the record player.
"Mum's Mixtape" back cover layout — The back lists the full tracklist across Side A and Side B with a second photo collage underneath. It looks exactly like something you'd find in a record shop — except every song and every photo was chosen by you, for her.
Blank poly-lined inner sleeve + shrink wrap — Shrink-wrapped to give it that fresh-from-the-record-shop feel. Because the moment she tears the wrap off is part of the experience.
Free Australian standard delivery — Shipped safely anywhere in Australia (and New Zealand).
Perfect for Mother's Day — And Every Other Occasion She Deserves
Mother's Day is the obvious one, but a Mum vinyl record works beautifully for any moment worth marking.
- Mother's Day — Skip the flowers and the chocolates. This is the one she'll actually remember
- Mum's milestone birthday — 50th, 60th, 70th — a record full of the songs that soundtracked her life is worth more than anything you'd find in a shop
- Christmas — For the mum who genuinely has everything and is impossible to buy for
- Just because — Sometimes the best gifts don't need an occasion at all
Custom Vinyl Record Sizes & Pricing
We cut custom vinyl records in three sizes:
| Size | Playlist Length (per side) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7" | 5 mins @ 33RPM | $100 |
| 10" | 12 mins @ 33RPM | $175 |
| 12" Single LP | 17 mins @ 33RPM | $250 |
| 12" Double LP | Two records, two sides each | $350 |
For most Mum gifts, the 12" Single LP is the one — up to 17 minutes per side, enough room for a proper playlist of her favourites across both sides, and it looks genuinely impressive on a shelf or a turntable.
Want to go all out? Upgrade to a gatefold cover (+$50) — it opens like a book, giving you a beautiful inner spread for more photos, a family message, or a note with all the things you want her to know.
Make It a Heart
Want something extra special? Our heart-shaped vinyl record is a red heart on a black background — and it's a showstopper. It's a little harder to produce so there's a small surcharge, but the look on her face when she opens it will be worth every cent. You can order the heart-shaped vinyl record here:
12" Custom Vinyl Record (Single LP)
12" Custom Vinyl Record (Double LP)
How to Get Your Spotify Playlist on Vinyl
You don't need to own the music — just the playlist.
Share your Spotify or Apple Music playlist and we'll purchase the tracks on your behalf and cut them straight to vinyl. You pick the songs, we do the rest. No other custom vinyl record company in Australia makes it this easy.
Want to add something more personal? A recorded message from the grandkids, a voicemail you've been holding onto, something she sang or recorded herself — if it's audio, we can cut it.
Audio formats accepted: Spotify & Apple Music playlists, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, MP3 — whatever you've got.
Design Your Own Cover with Our Free Canva Templates
We have free Canva templates so you can design your own cover and labels. The templates have the correct dimensions built in — no guesswork, no design experience needed.
Mum Templates (pre-designed with the "Mum's Mixtape" layout)
Our free Mum Canva template is built to the exact dimensions of your cover and labels — drop in your family photos, add the tracklist, and you're done. No design experience needed.
12" (Single LP) Cover & Labels Template
12" (Double LP) Cover & Labels Template
Blank Templates (start from scratch with your own design)
12" (Double LP) Vinyl Record Cover & Label Canva Template
12" (Single LP) Vinyl Record Cover & Label Canva Template
10" Vinyl Record Cover & Label Canva Template
7" Vinyl Record Cover & Label Canva Template
Not sure where to begin? The Mum templates are the easiest option — drop in your family photos, add the tracklist, and you're done. Check out our step-by-step Canva guide if you need a hand.
How It Works
- Choose your size — 7", 10", 12" Single or Double LP
- Pick your vinyl colour — Nine colours available: Black, White, Clear, Translucent Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Pink, Yellow, and Orange. Or ask us about a custom colour or our heart-shaped vinyl.
- Submit your playlist — Spotify, Apple Music, your own audio, or a mix
- Design your cover and labels — Use our free Canva templates or send us your artwork
- We cut, pack, and ship — Manufactured in house, shrink-wrapped, and delivered to your door. Guaranteed within 2 weeks of receiving your final artwork and audio — often sooner.
What Our Customers Are Saying
"Organised a custom record for my mum. Couldn't be happier! Awesome service and the product is absolutely perfect."
"I am OBSESSED. It looks and sounds amazing. The quick comms and getting this out for delivery is A+. Best present I've ever given."
"Cannot rate this company high enough. The customer service and quality is beyond anything I've experienced before. The record and cover turned out better than I could have hoped."
Common Questions About Custom Vinyl Records
Will it play on any record player? Yes — our custom vinyl records play on any standard turntable, just like a regular vinyl record.
How long does it take? We guarantee delivery within 2 weeks of receiving your confirmed artwork and playlist. We often ship earlier than that, but the 2-week window is your safety net.
Can I include a personal recording — not just songs? Absolutely. A message from the grandkids, a voicemail, something she recorded herself — if it's audio, we can cut it. Just send us the file.
What if I'm not confident with design? Our free Canva templates have the correct dimensions already built in. They're genuinely easy to use, and we're happy to help if you get stuck.
Do you deliver outside Australia? We currently deliver across Australia and New Zealand.
Can I choose any colour for the vinyl? We offer nine standard colours, plus our heart-shaped vinyl. We can also do custom colours on request — just ask when you order.
Ready to Make It?
She's given you everything. Give her something that plays it back.
A custom vinyl record pressed with her favourite songs and your family photos is the kind of gift that doesn't need a bow. It speaks for itself — every time she puts it on.
Your moments. Your sounds. Let your memories spin forever.
👉 Order your Just for Mum Vinyl Record at phonolab.com.au
Questions? Reach out — we love hearing the stories behind the playlists.
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