How We Engrave Your Personalised Gift?

There’s something deeply special about receiving a gift that feels like it was made just for you. Whether it’s your name etched onto a slate coaster or a funny quote engraved onto a bottle opener, these personal touches make gifts unforgettable. At Tailored Touch Bespoke Gifts, we pride ourselves on turning everyday items into lasting keepsakes. But how do we do it?

Let’s take you behind the scenes of our engraving process from design to dispatch where every gift is thoughtfully prepared using precision tools, skilled craftsmanship, and genuine care.

The Power of Personalised Gifting

We believe a truly great gift tells a story. It’s more than the object itself it’s the sentiment behind it. That’s why personalised gifts have become such a powerful way to celebrate moments big and small. Whether you’re honouring your dad on his birthday, thanking a colleague, or giving a heartfelt memento to a friend, a custom engraving says, “I chose this just for you.”

And this isn’t just a nice idea it’s the very foundation of what we do. Every product in our workshop is treated with the respect it deserves, because we know how important it is to the person receiving it.

The Tool Behind the Magic: Our CO₂ Laser Engraving Machine

At the heart of our process is a professional CO₂ laser engraving machine. This clever bit of technology allows us to etch intricate designs and messages onto a wide range of materials from natural slate and wood to vegan leatherette and metal. The CO₂ laser uses a focused beam of infrared light to burn, mark or engrave the surface of an item without any physical contact, ensuring clean and detailed results every time.

What makes CO₂ laser engraving so valuable is its precision. It’s capable of creating sharp lines and curves down to fractions of a millimetre, meaning your personal message comes through clearly and beautifully whether it’s a single letter or a multi-line dedication.

Not All Gifts Are Engraved Equally: Settings Matter

While the machine remains constant, the way we use it changes depending on what we’re engraving. Each material behaves differently under the laser, so we adjust settings such as power, speed, frequency, and line spacing for every product we create.

For instance:

• Our engraved slate coasters require a slower speed and higher power to ensure the natural texture of the stone is highlighted without losing clarity.
• Builder’s pencils, made from soft wood, require gentle passes with lower heat to avoid burning the edges.
• With engraved leatherette wallets, we use fine, quick movements to maintain the surface’s texture without any scorch marks.

No two gifts are the same and that’s why we customise every single setting based on the material, size, and design. It’s not just about making it look good it’s about doing it right.

Preparing Your Message: Personalisation with Purpose

Once a customer places their order, the real magic begins. Your chosen message is reviewed by our engraving team who specialise in layout and formatting. While most people won’t think twice about the spacing of a name or whether a quote should be curved or straight, we certainly do.

Every detail is considered:

• Font style and size are selected to suit the item’s shape and purpose.
• Centring and alignment are adjusted to ensure visual balance.
• We often run mock-up previews to check that long names or multiple lines still look harmonious and legible.

A cheeky message for your dad’s bottle opener? A date on the back of a keyring? We make sure it looks just as perfect in reality as it did in your imagination.

Double (and Triple) Checked Before Engraving

Once the design is finalised, it’s not sent straight to the laser. We double-check:

• Spelling and punctuation
• Spacing
• Material suitability

If something doesn’t look quite right, we stop and fix it before it ever hits the machine. This process is part of our promise to create bespoke gifts that are truly polished and personal.

The Engraving Process Itself: Watching It Come to Life

After careful design prep, the item is placed onto the engraving bed, secured firmly and aligned precisely. Our CO₂ machine then begins its work, following the digital path with laser precision.

It’s fascinating to watch: the beam dances across the surface, marking the material with light—but creating a message that lasts forever.

Depending on the product and message, engraving might take anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes. During this time, a team member is always present to supervise the machine and ensure the result is clean, even, and as expected.

The Finishing Touches: Cleaned, Checked, and Polished

Once engraved, your item is gently removed and inspected. We wipe down any excess dust or residue and, if needed, apply subtle finishing treatments to enhance clarity or contrast (especially on wood and slate).

Items are then cleaned again, and we review the final result. It’s not uncommon for our team to run a fingertip across the letters or hold the piece at different angles to ensure the message stands out the way it should.

Beautifully Wrapped, Carefully Package

We believe the gifting experience doesn’t stop at the engraving. That’s why every item is carefully wrapped and packaged. Whether it’s a single engraved coaster or a matching set of personalised keyrings, your gift will arrive looking just as lovely as you imagined.

Our packaging process includes:

• Protection against scratches and bumps in transit
• Optional gift wrapping and ribbons (where selected)
• A clear, presentable unboxing experience for the recipient

A Message That Matters: Centring with Care

We know how important your message is and we treat it as if we were engraving a gift for someone in our own family. That’s why we spend so much time making sure it’s centred, straight, and visually elegant. It might sound simple, but aligning a custom engraving by eye and machine takes genuine skill.

It’s easy to overlook, but the centring of your message plays a huge role in how the final product is received. Whether it’s a name, a date, or a meaningful quote, our team takes pride in presenting it with absolute care and precision.

Our Engraving Team: Craftsmanship in Every Gift

At the heart of Tailored Touch Bespoke Gifts is a small, dedicated team of creators and engravers. They’re not just button-pressers they’re artisans who care about the work they do. Every member of the team brings an eye for detail, a commitment to customer satisfaction, and a deep respect for what your gift represents.

Whether we’re engraving a passport cover for someone’s first holiday or a key ring in memory of a loved one, we treat the job with heart.

The Tailored Touch Difference

So what sets us apart?

• Quality Materials: We use durable, beautiful materials that engrave well and last.
• Custom Settings for Every Gift: No cookie-cutter engraving just tailored precision.
• Careful Craftsmanship: Every item is prepped, engraved, checked, and packaged by hand.
• Genuine Pride: Your gift is made by real people who care deeply about your message.

In a world of mass production and faceless factories, we’re proud to offer something real something made with attention, passion, and that extra “Tailored Touch.”

Ready to Create Something Special?

Now that you’ve seen what goes into your engraved gift, we hope you feel inspired to create one of your own. Explore our collection of personalised presents, perfect for birthdays, Father’s Day, anniversaries, and just-because moments.

How Custom Engraving Builds Memories?

At its core, engraving isn’t just about marking an object it’s about preserving a memory. A simple date can hold an entire story. A name can spark nostalgia. A witty quote can bring a smile year after year. The beauty of a personalised gift lies in its timelessness.

That’s why we approach every job with care. Whether it’s your dad’s birthday or a retirement gift for a beloved colleague, we understand that these moments matter. And so does the craftsmanship that carries the message.

Many of our customers return to us for different occasions not just because they loved the gift, but because they appreciated the experience. Knowing that a real person considered their request, adjusted the machine, proofed the message, and ensured it was wrapped just right means everything in today’s fast-paced world of faceless online shopping.

A Sustainable Approach to Gifting

We also care about the sustainability of the gifts we produce. Wherever possible, we source materials that are long-lasting and responsibly produced. Slate, wood, bamboo, and metal are not only excellent for engraving they’re environmentally friendly options that help reduce waste.

Items like our HB bamboo pencils are a perfect example. Not only are they practical and stylish, but they’re also made from a renewable resource, engraved to last, and packaged without plastic.

We’re always exploring ways to expand our sustainable range so that thoughtful gifting doesn’t come at a cost to the planet.

What Our Customers Say?

Our customers are our biggest advocates, and their feedback keeps us motivated. Here’s what just a few have said about their experience with our engraved gifts:

“I bought an engraved wallet for my dad’s birthday and he hasn’t stopped showing it off! The message was perfectly placed and the quality is amazing.”
— Charlotte M.

“I’ve ordered a few keyrings from here now, and every time the engraving is clean and crisp. The packaging is also lovely—it feels like opening a gift even before you do!”
— Ryan T.

“The slate coaster I ordered for Father’s Day was a hit! He loved the personal touch, and it looked exactly how I pictured it.”
— Emma G.

This is exactly why we do what we do creating something meaningful, personal, and built to last.

Building Your Own Personalised Gift

If you’re considering a personalised gift but aren’t sure where to start, here’s a helpful guide:

1. Think of the person – What do they enjoy? What will they use?
2. Choose the product – Something practical like a bottle opener or sentimental like a wallet?
3. Craft your message – A name, a date, a phrase, or even an inside joke.
4. Place your order – We’ll handle the rest, from formatting to finishing.
5. Relax and await your delivery – Carefully engraved and beautifully packaged.

It’s that simple but it means so much more.

Perfect for Any Occasion

While birthdays and Father’s Day are top gifting moments, engraved items are truly year-round favourites. We’ve made gifts for:

• Weddings and anniversaries
• Housewarmings
• Retirement and promotions
• Baby showers
• Thank-you gifts
• Just because moments

Each one gets the same level of attention. That’s the Tailored Touch promise.

Let’s Create Something Together

At Tailored Touch Bespoke Gifts, we’re more than just an engraving business we’re memory makers. With our CO₂ laser engraving technology, skilled human touch, and a strong focus on quality and presentation, we take pride in every personalised item that leaves our workshop.

Your messages are at the heart of everything we do. And whether it’s a gift for a loved one or something for yourself, we promise to handle it with the same care we’d give to our own family.

Explore our range, get inspired, and let’s make something memorable together.