Case study
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.
- Client / sector
- Govaarts family · personal wedding gift
- Material / product
- Mirror with reclaimed timber frame · one piece · 700 × 500 mm
- Technique
- Rear-surface laser engraving · bespoke design and frame
An engraved mirror inspired by a wedding invitation
An engraved mirror with the flowers and words of a wedding invitation. For the Govaarts family, SDLG made a personal wedding gift for their daughter: a mirror engraved on the back, with a made-to-measure reclaimed timber frame. The project measured 700 × 500 mm. It was delivered in July 2026, ahead of the wedding.
In this case study
The request: preserve the invitation in a special gift
The family wanted their daughter’s wedding invitation reflected in a mirror. The gift would remain useful after the wedding and serve as a reminder of that special day.
The invitation was the starting point: colourful flowers, names and the Dutch phrase “Het begin van ons, voor altijd.” SDLG explored how to turn these elements into an engraving while leaving enough open space for the mirror to remain useful.
Adapting the design to the mirror
The invitation was rearranged for the mirror’s size and function. Flowers were placed along the edges, wording and the wedding date at the top, and names at the bottom. Most of the centre remained clear.
SDLG developed the design into a file suitable for laser engraving. This retained the character of the invitation in a different form and on another material.
Engraving the back for a light-transmitting effect
SDLG recommended engraving the rear surface of the mirror. Light from behind can pass through the engraved areas, giving the flowers and letters a distinctive effect when lighting is added behind the mirror.
SDLG supplied the engraving and bespoke work. The customer installed the LED lighting themselves.
A made-to-measure reclaimed timber frame
The mirror and reclaimed timber frame were both made to measure for this project. The broad wooden edge creates a warm, calm surround. The photograph shows the frame before the engraved mirror was fitted.
The engraved mirror: a memory to see every day
The finished piece is a usable mirror with personal meaning. Flowers, names and the wedding date connect the gift to the original invitation and the wedding.
The family was very pleased with the result. After the wedding they visited again to tell us how well the gift had been received.
“we zijn zeer tevreden over de kwaliteit en nog meer over het meedenken. Goed werk.”
Govaarts family — original customer feedback in Dutch
Would you like a personal gift inspired by a wedding invitation?
Have a card, text or design that you would like to reproduce on a mirror? SDLG in Breda advises on the layout, size and finish. Tell us your idea and the occasion for the gift.