Case studies
From an idea to a finished product.
See how material, technique and design come together. Our project stories explain the request, the approach and the real result.
Real projects, step by step.
12 stories
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Marco Jansen: mirror engraving with a floral heart
A round 40 cm mirror with a floral heart, monogram and pink colouring. SDLG helped Marco Jansen turn a mood image into a workable personal gift.
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Van Mourik: wedding shoe engraving with a lace pattern
For Van Mourik Schoenen, SDLG engraved a wedding dress lace design onto a pair of uncoloured leather shoes, adding names, wedding rings and the date to the leather sole sections.
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Louise: an engraved Zippo as a birthday gift for Tom
A black Zippo as a personal birthday gift. SDLG engraved the motorcycle club logo, revealing the brass-coloured material beneath the coating.
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The Fireflies: an engraved felt hat and leather details
A felt hat with floral engraving and leather details for a creative production. SDLG tested the material and prepared the engraving and cutting separately.
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Zaalberg & Van Dolder: 25 engraved business card holders
A subtle logo engraved on 25 brown PU business card holders. SDLG agreed the finish with a test engraving for Zaalberg & Van Dolder Advocaten.
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Jan Elzinga: a personal memorial plaque for Kozmin
A quiet tribute to a friendship of many years. SDLG made a black and clear acrylic plaque for Jan Elzinga to place at a grave in Poland.
· 3 min read
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de Leermeesters: four water jugs with an engraved logo and message
Four water jugs as a school gift: SDLG adapted the de Leermeesters logo for glass engraving and completed the late enquiry in time.
· 3 min read
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Druiventros: 100 drinking glasses with a dachshund engraving
For Druiventros in Breda, SDLG engraved 100 customer-supplied drinking glasses with a dachshund design. Simplifying the artwork and choosing the right position made the difference.
· 3 min read
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CampPlus: 111 identification plates with sequential numbering
For CampPlus, SDLG produced 111 identification plates with a logo and sequential numbers. Material advice, engraving, cutting and four mounting holes came together in one practical batch.
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From wedding invitation to engraved mirror
A wedding invitation became a personal wedding gift: SDLG adapted the flowers and wording for an engraved mirror in a made-to-measure reclaimed timber frame.
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FM Technical Services: 22 engraved business gifts
For FM Technical Services in Roosendaal, SDLG engraved 22 end-of-year gifts: yellow insulated bottles, fleece scarves and fleece jackets. One logo, adapted to each material.
· 3 min read
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AutoTek at 40: 40 numbered serving boards
A tyre company celebrating 40 years deserves a gift with its own story. For AutoTek Finland, SDLG made 40 beech serving boards with a wheel engraving, individual sequential numbers and a carefully finished surface.
· 3 min read