Engraving is a lovely way to create personalised gifts for your loved ones.  Engraving can be used to customise many different types of picture frames. You can then add a personal photo of your own or leave it up to the recipient to choose the image for display.

Materials

Engraving can be carried out on a number of materials used to make picture frames.  All you need to do is decide which material you want.  Engravers can cut personalised messages into a range of different materials including wood, glass, silver, gold and aluminium.  Engraving machines can also be used to make this work more efficient and this means that there are some affordable engraving services available.

Styles

There are many different styles of engraved picture frames available. If you want to give a more formal gift such as a retirement present then the metallic styles can provide elegant, glamorous gifts.  Also an engraved silver or gold photo frame is a wonderful present for a special wedding anniversary.  If you want a more casual style then there are many excellent modern engraved photo frames available that can suit almost any contemporary home.  If the person you are giving the gift to loves country cottage furnishings then you could also opt for more rustic style.

Textures and Finishes

Engraved picture frames can be crafted with a range of different textures and finishes.  This will give you a lot of choice when it comes to choosing the perfect look for your gift.  You can get some charming ‘distressed' finish photo frames that give a slightly weathered appearance and this will go well with antique furnishing. There are also some high gloss finishes available on the metal engraved frames that provide a very sophisticated look.

Shapes and Sizes

You do need to think carefully about the shape and size of engraved photo frames.  If you have a photo you would like to put in the frame make sure you measure this first before you buy the frame.  This will prevent the need to crop the photo or spend a long time mounting it so that it will sit in a frame that is too big.  Frames are available in all sizes from poster size through to miniature so you will need to think about what would be best for the recipient of your gift.  You should also check whether the frame comes equipped with the hardware necessary for display purposes otherwise you will have to buy this separately and include it in your gift.  If you have a particular photo, artwork or image you want to display but you cannot find a suitable frame you should consider having one custom-made.

An engraved photo frame is a very thoughtful and personal gift that will allow you to share memories with a loved one.