09Mar
Brandy glass engraving ideas
Tulip glass or balloon snifter? Which glass is best to use to enjoy a fine cognac or brandy is purely a personal one. Often regarded as one of the world’s most enjoyable and finest of (more…)
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07Mar
Wine glass engraving ideas
According to a recent survey carried out by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA), wine drinking is no longer just the reserve of connoisseurs.The survey found that (more…)
12Feb
The Nobel Prize – the ultimate engraved award
The Nobel Prize was established by Alfred Nobel in his third will and testament dated 27th November, 1895. With opposition to the legacy from his family after his death in 1896, it was not until 1901 that the (more…)
10Feb
Engraved awards – perfect for the unsung hero
Awards and trophies are not just the reserve of red carpet celebrities, sporting legends or business moguls; they are also an excellent way to recognise some of those people among us who go (more…)
17Jan
Modern-day hand engraving
Before the advantages of modern technology, hand engravers followed the same techniques and basic methods for centuries. The advent of motorised tools and computer technology allows today’s hand engravers to complete complicated (more…)
13Jan
The art and craft of hand engraving
The art of hand engraving and the craft of hand engraving are two distinct areas that each require their own particular expertise and skill. Here we discuss the differences and methods used for engraving any object, from a wine glass to crystal bowls. (more…)
10Jan
Tools of the engraving trade
Every trade, skill or art form has its own particular tools of the trade, and engraving is no exception. To achieve the sometimes intricate and (more…)
06Jan
A brief history of engraving
The practice of cutting grooves into a hard surface – either flat, cylindrical or oddly shaped – is known as engraving and has (more…)
01Dec
Engraving methods and their unique benefits
With crystal and glass awards now available in a whole range of designs and price points, it may be easier than ever to choose an ‘expensive looking’ item without breaking your budget. The beauty and elegance of glass and crystal could appear to some to be more attractive than conventional trophies. It is with this in mind that engraving is just as important as the material that is used when looking for a quality award, as different methods of engraving...
25Nov
Personalisation and the importance of engraved inscriptions
When deciding upon a new trophy, award or engraved gift, one of the most important aspects as well as design and cost, is the personalisation and the message that needs to be (more…)
