What should I write on a star map?
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Quick answer: A short title line (3 to 8 words), then names, the date and the place. Kemuva’s custom star map is from $15, with a preview in about 24 hours and one round of revisions, then a print-ready file.
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Short answer: write a short title line (3 to 8 words, like “The night we met”), then the names, the date and the place. Kemuva’s custom star map is $15 and you see your text on a preview before the final file.
Here are title lines by occasion, five simple rules, and answers to common questions about star map text.
5 rules for star map text
1. Keep the title short
Three to eight words. The sky does most of the talking, and short lines print larger and read better from across the room.
2. Name the moment, not just the date
“The night we met” means more than a date on its own. Add the date and place on the line below.
3. Add names if it is a gift
“Anna & James” or “for Grandma Rose” makes it clearly theirs.
4. Use the city people know
Write the town or venue as you would say it. “Brooklyn, New York” beats a formal address.
5. Check spelling and the date twice
Names and dates are the details people notice first. You see a preview before the final file, with one round of revisions.
Star map title lines by occasion
| Title line | Best for |
|---|---|
| The night we met | First date, anniversary |
| Under these stars, we said “I do” | Wedding, first anniversary |
| Born under these stars | Birth, first birthday |
| The night you came home | Adoption, new pet |
| Where it all began | Any couple |
| The sky the night you were born, 80 years ago | Milestone birthday |
| Same sky, different places | Long-distance couples |
| Forever under the same stars | Memorial |
Enter the date, place, time and your text. Preview in about 24 hours, one round of revisions included.
Custom star map · $15FAQs
What do you write on a star map?
A short title line, the names, the date and the place. One line of 3 to 8 words reads best, for example “The night we met” followed by the city and date.
Should I include the time and coordinates?
Include the time if you know it, since it sets the sky. Coordinates are optional; many people prefer the city name, while others like the exact numbers for a wedding venue.
Can I use song lyrics or a quote?
Yes, one short line works well. For a full verse, song lyric art is a better fit.
How much does a star map cost at Kemuva?
The custom star map is $15, or $29 bundled with voice wave art. You add the text at checkout or in the upload form and see a preview first.
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