Glass Engraving Commissions

I POST WORLDWIDE - parcels of a reasonable size. Final box measurements 90cm (l x b x w) .

Note that should the final weight exceed 2kg, the postage cost increases greatly!

A first time customer of engraved glass is often unsure of "how it all works" so here are a few ideas, surmised after taking engraving commissions since 1983.

* IDEAS: Every order is different and there are many possibilities, so the customer should have a look at the engravers portfolio or website, this will help build confidence if they have not seen the engraver's work before. Often a customer will change their minds once they see some past commissions on a similar subject, using different vessels and layouts. Remember there is nothing "standard" about my work except the minimum charge. Every order is different.

*THE GLASS BLANK: I have an extensive selection of glass and crystal and as being a supplier is a big part of the business, if you wish to bring your own glass, you will be charged "customer's own glass" and you will leave it at your own risk, also not all glass is suitable for what you may want engraved. But do not be put off if you have something particular that you have and would like engraved for one reason or another, just ask.

*ARTWORK: This comes in many forms, photographs, sketches and drawings by the customer, weblinks and of course not forgetting just the engraver's imagination. As I said, every job is different! Whatever the case, a professional engraver will ensure that the finished artwork works in sympathy with the shape of the glass so even a relatively simple amount of engraving is most pleasing to the eye.

* ENGRAVING: There are customers that happily leave it entirely up to the engraver once the glass has been selected and the subject discussed. Then there are those who are far more specific, the most important thing for the engraver is that the customer is satisfied.

* COST: It is vital that the engraver is aware at least of the customers budget. Again there are those who will pay whatever the end price is as long as the engraver produces the best possible engraving, however most customers will wish to agree either a rough estimate or a specific quotation. There are many different ways in which to execute the work so the engraver needs to know which it is to be and their limitations.

*PAYMENT: Payment is generally required in advance to secure the order. I take cards, personal cheques, cash and PayPal, however you will need to add 3% for PayPal payments. For card payments where you the customer are not present, please phone me (01986 874634) do not send these details by email.

* TIME LIMIT / DELIVERY: Last but not least, the matter of the completion date and whether the customer wishes to be contacted by phone when it is ready, sometimes this can have disastrous consequences if the piece is a surprise for a spouse who may answer the phone!!

***GIFT SERVICE***

If you would like a personalised gift, engraved and posted direct to the recipient with a greetings card, simply e mail me with your request.

Once complete and posted, you will receive a letter with a photograph of the finished item.