Crystal Glass Engraving - Ideas to Engrave

Crystal glass engraving is a very effective way to turn an ordinary glass item into a gift that is much more personal and memorable. The problem here, however, is selecting the words to be engraved. What are the various messages you can send and which ones work best in your situation? Here are a few ideas to get you started.The Name of the Recipient Simply having the name of the recipient etched is a very safe and reliable option. It may not be as exciting or as engaging as other more intricate examples, but this is nonetheless a great way to utilize the customizability that crystal glass engraving offers without sounding boorish or offensive.Accomplishments This is best suited for awards and trophies since these are designed specifically to commemorate a personal or group achievement. This can be done in one of two ways: by directly listing the accomplishment itself (i.e. "Best..." or "Employee of the Month"), or by offering some sort of praise for the efforts of the recipient (i.e. "... who has shown resolve in..." or "...for finding a creative solution to...").Memorable photos Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words, and crystal glass engraving makes this possible. This is especially effective for when you want to give a gift to special friends or a special someone whom you've shared a great moment in time with. It is also highly recommended for helping immortalize those memorable events - especially when etched on a crystal plate.Striking Symbols This one is a very effective, if compact, message to squeeze in. It can be fun and casual like a smiley face or a cheerful dog, or deeply meaningful like the cross or the taijitu. If you are leaning more to the meaningful symbols, be sure you know enough about the recipient to help you pick the right one to work with. An Inside Joke If you are sending a gift to a very special friend with whom you have shared many experiences, an inside joke may just be what you want to use. Just think of the old times you had together and of jokes that only the two of you would get. This would be a very effective gesture when you are looking for that special gift to cement the relationship the two of you have built up over the years. Famous quotes This is a very effective device for helping inspire someone using striking words from memorable historical figures. Simply searching the Internet will yield quite a few quotes to suit a variety of purposes. Just remember to be careful when picking a quote before finalizing the crystal glass engraving. You will want to encourage and inspire the recipient - not alienate him or her with subtle tones that may be perceived as underhanded insults.

George Berdichevsky is the Founder of 3Design Center, which designs image files to be used in crystal glass engraving machines. His team of talented artists can create bespoke images for 3D engraving from any idea or image. Visit the website for more information.

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