Christmas is just around the corner, so there is no better time to experiment with crafts such as making your own cards, wrapping paper and decorations. Heat embossing adds personal touches to cards, gifts and your own home as well as helps you to harness the de-stressing power of getting creative. Embossing powder and the… Continue reading How To Use Embossing Powder
20 Wording & Phrase Ideas For Trophy Engraving
Why do we give out trophies? We give them because they are a perfect way to show recognition and appreciation for someone. So, why not make sure that comes across by choosing your logo and trophy wording carefully, making it unique and personal and turning a special award into the perfect award? In this article,… Continue reading 20 Wording & Phrase Ideas For Trophy Engraving
Things To Know About Metal Embossing
Metal embossing to create a raised effect is a tried and true method of creating decorative marks. This method can produce unlimited patterns and other decorative marks such as embossing words and even decorating greeting cards. In this article, we will explain exactly what embossing metal is, the different metals that can be embossed, and… Continue reading Things To Know About Metal Embossing
How Long Does Laser Engraving Last?
Many people, when considering getting items laser engraved, want to know; does laser engraving fade? The answer is a little more complicated than a simple yes or no. This is because there are different factors involved that affect how much or indeed whether a laser engraving or laser etching will fade over time. In this… Continue reading How Long Does Laser Engraving Last?
Can You Laser Engrave Clear Acrylic?
The simple answer to this is yes. You can laser- engrave acrylic and laser cut clear acrylic. In fact, clear acrylic is one of the most popular materials for laser engraving and laser cutting due to the high quality of acrylic laser cutters the engravings it produces. Understanding Clear Acrylic and Laser Engraving Laser engraving… Continue reading Can You Laser Engrave Clear Acrylic?
Wedding Ring Engraving Ideas
The wedding ring; one of the most recognisable symbols of betrothal. It serves as a reminder of your love; the circle representing its everlasting nature but also as a reminder of your special wedding day. To make your wedding and/or engagement ring truly unique and special you could join the many other couples who choose… Continue reading Wedding Ring Engraving Ideas
How To Fix Laser Engraving Mistakes
Laser engraving machines are easier to come by and are more affordable than ever. This means that more people have begun to try their hand at engraving or laser cutting either as a hobby or to earn a living. Although beginners tend to make more engraving mistakes, even those who are more adept and well-practised… Continue reading How To Fix Laser Engraving Mistakes
What Is The Best Material For Engraved Dog Tags?
Ensuring your pet has an engraved tag on their collar is one of the best ways you can keep them safe. If your pet goes missing or is separated from you for any reason a pet ID tag is a guarantee that if someone finds them they can contact you quickly and easily. For dogs,… Continue reading What Is The Best Material For Engraved Dog Tags?
How To Clean Brass Without Brasso
Many of us are increasingly looking for low-cost and less toxic alternatives to shop-bought cleaning products including Brasso. The warnings on the labels that include the words ‘toxic’ and ‘hazardous’ are very offputting. But when it comes to cleaning Brass are there alternatives to the toxic and hazardous Brasso? The good news is that there… Continue reading How To Clean Brass Without Brasso
How to Etch Brass or Copper
Etching lettering or decorative patterns and pictures on brass or copper is a great way to personalise items, make the ordinary extraordinary or label anything from etching trophies, plaques and nameplates to bespoke gifts. Metal etching is a relatively simple process if you have the right equipment, an artistic eye and a bit of patience… Continue reading How to Etch Brass or Copper