Why is it that although now we all carry a phone with us at all times, which can provide us with the correct time, so many of us still choose to wear a watch? It is because a watch is more than just a timepiece. For some, it is an heirloom handed down through generations… Continue reading How To Engrave A Watch
Unique AirPod Engraving Ideas
Special gifts to mark important and memorable occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays or graduations don’t always have to be jewellery, watches and other traditional pieces. More modern ideas which are almost guaranteed to be well received are tech and gadgets such as AirPods. However, people often want to mark such an occasion by engraving a… Continue reading Unique AirPod Engraving Ideas
Embossing VS Engraving: Which Is Better?
To create a unique gift, make promotional materials, create a bespoke reminder of a special person or event, or when you want to take up a new hobby both embossing and hand or laser engraving are excellent options. But which is better? This article will explain how each of these techniques can be used to… Continue reading Embossing VS Engraving: Which Is Better?
How To Etch Glass Professionally
Always wanted to have a go at glass etching but worried that it is one of those craft projects that will cost you a small fortune, take up a huge amount of time and get you unsatisfactory results? This article will show you why that is not the case. Glass etching can be quick and… Continue reading How To Etch Glass Professionally
How To Engrave Plastic Name Tags
Learning to engrave plastic name tags is a relatively inexpensive way to practice your engraving skills, to create uniquely personal name tags for work, social clubs, schools, or simply for fun. Engraving plastic name tags can be difficult but with practice, some excellent results can be achieved. By selecting the right equipment and materials and… Continue reading How To Engrave Plastic Name Tags
How To Emboss Leather With Gold
There are some things that just go naturally together; salt with pepper, gin with tonic and leather with gold embossing. Embossing leather with gold just looks right. It’s glamorous without being tacky. It’s luxurious without being pretentious. Importance Of Embossing Your Leather Item Gold embossing is the perfect finishing touch to a leather item, whether… Continue reading How To Emboss Leather With Gold
How To Remove Etching From A Glass Door
Doors made of glass or incorporating glass panels are a wonderful addition to a home or office. Allowing plenty of natural light to flow through and giving a feeling of space, even to small areas. Etched glass doors add a decorative and sometimes a unique touch. Some are etched in the traditional way, either by… Continue reading How To Remove Etching From A Glass Door
How To Engrave Metal Using A Laser
Metal engraving is used in a variety of ways including in decorative applications and industrial settings. Laser metal engraving is used in the motor industry, for example, for adding serial numbers and barcodes to automotive parts to discourage theft and aid in recalls in case of safety issues. Metal cutting and engraving is also commonly… Continue reading How To Engrave Metal Using A Laser
How To Engrave Glass Using A Laser
Laser glass engraving is a technique that delivers beautiful, quality results for a wide variety of projects. Purely decorative pieces can add a luxurious touch to any setting or make a lovely, personalised gift to be treasured. Laser glass engraving can also be used to create portraits of loved ones as a lasting memory. Glass… Continue reading How To Engrave Glass Using A Laser
How To Engrave Wood Using A Laser
From purely decorative to informative, wood engraving is a practice that has been in use for millennia. Although there is no definitive evidence suggesting when wood was first used as a medium for communication or art, many historians believe it is likely to have stemmed from Ancient Egypt. It was also used in China long… Continue reading How To Engrave Wood Using A Laser