09Aug
Essential items for mixing the perfect cocktail
Cocktails can be enjoyed at any time of the year and for any occasion, and mixing a range of cocktails at home has never been easier.Bar accessories and (more…)
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02Aug
Exploring the symbolism behind the iconic VMA Moonman trophy
The end of this month sees the 34th annual MTV Video Music Awards, to be held in Inglewood, California.Artists and producers from (more…)
28Jul
Jane Austen engraved £5 notes worth a small fortune
The United Kingdom released the new plastic-style £5 notes last year, along with four special editions featuring an engraved portrait of (more…)
18Jul
Storm-damaged trees made into Irish golfing trophy
Storm Gertrude, which hit the British Isles in January 2016 with winds of up to 100 miles per hour, felled several trees that had been made famous in the television series Game of Thrones. The Dark Hedges at Ballymoney have now contributed to the 2017 Northern Ireland Open, as one of them has been turned into the tournament’s trophy.Gerard Grey, a local craftsman, was approached by one of the Northern Ireland Open’s partners, Fergus Wallace, chief executive and founder...
17Jul
Stemmed vs. stemless engraved wine glasses
Subject to much debate between wine lovers and connoisseurs, the emergence of the stemless wine glass is as much about personal preference as (more…)
14Jul
The evolution of the engraved whisky glass
The appreciation and enjoyment of savouring a good single malt whisky has become increasingly popular over the past few decades. Previously, whisky drinkers were (more…)
13Jul
A look at motorsport’s oldest trophy
Some of the most famous names in motorsport have competed for the RAC Tourist Trophy since its inauguration in 1905, including John Napier (the first winner), and Charles Rolls (of Rolls Royce fame) and household names like (more…)
11Jul
Six steps to choosing engraved glass trophies
Receiving an award of any kind is always a pleasure, and choosing one to present can also be very gratifying. Getting it right depends on (more…)
08Jul
A guide to collecting engraved crystal stemware
Manufactured for over 400 years and gracing the tables of owners for just as long, antique engraved crystal stemware is treasured and collected for (more…)
06Jul
Take a sip from some unusual drinking vessels
The recent trend of using unusual and quirky drinking glasses may not be as new as some might think. People have enjoyed drinking from a variety of strange vessels for centuries, and here are just a few examples:The Stirrup Cup is a (more…)
