Four techniques, under one roof
Most workshops do one. We do all four, and that changes the conversation: we do not have to talk you into the technique we happen to own. We choose the one your piece needs.
Laser engraving
The laser burns your name, date or logo permanently into the material. It does not fade, it cannot peel off and it feels like part of the piece. Ideal for cutting boards, serving boards, wooden desk accessories, glassware, leather and coated metal.
- Cutting and serving boards
- Bamboo boards with a company logo
- Glasses, carafes and bottles
- Leather accessories
- Name plates
Laser cutting
Wood and acrylic cut to exact shape. This is how we build our layered 3D signs: every layer cut separately, painted, then assembled. It is the work you will not find at the big players, because it cannot be automated.
- Layered welcome signs and door hangers
- Name circles with plexiglass
- Wooden Christmas cards
- Individual letters and names
- Bespoke decoration
DTF printing
DTF (Direct to Film) prints your design in full colour onto a film, which is then pressed onto the textile. Unlike classic transfers this also works on dark fabric, and it stays soft to the touch. From one t-shirt to a whole team.
- T-shirts, hoodies and polos
- Workwear and company clothing
- Sports clubs and associations
- Events and stag parties
- Your own design on clothing
UV printing
The UV printer prints full colour directly onto the object and cures the ink instantly with UV light. That lets us print on plastic, glass, metal and coated surfaces — in colour, which engraving cannot do.
- Pens and desk gadgets
- Glasses, mugs and water bottles
- Phone cases
- Corporate gifts with a logo in colour
- Photographs on an object
Material by material
The question we are asked most. Find your material and you will know straight away where you stand. Still unsure? Just send us a photo.
| Material | Technique | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Wood (solid) | Laser engraving | A deep, dark brown engraving. Stays tactile and lasts a lifetime. |
| Plywood / birch ply | Laser cutting | Crisp cut edges with a light scorch line. The basis of our layered signs. |
| Acrylic / plexiglass | Laser cutting | A crystal-clear cut with a polished edge. Combines beautifully with wood. |
| Glass | Laser engraving | A matt, satin engraving. Elegant on carafes, glasses and bottles. |
| Leather | Laser engraving | A warm, dark engraving with a subtle scent. Lovely on wallets and labels. |
| Coated metal | Laser engraving | The coating is burned away down to the metal. Sharp contrast, very durable. |
| Textile | DTF printing | Full colour, soft in the fabric, washable on dark colours too. |
| Plastic | UV printing | Full colour straight onto the object, curved surfaces included. |
| Bamboo | Laser engraving | A warm, even engraving. Our favourite for corporate gifts with a logo. |
What we need from you
For engraving and cutting
A vector file is best: .svg, .ai, .eps, .pdf or .dxf. That keeps everything sharp, however large or small we make it.
For DTF and UV
An image of at least 300 dpi at actual size, with a transparent background (.png) or as a vector.
Have nothing at all?
No problem. Send a photo, a sketch or simply a description. We will draw it up for you and you will see the design before anything is made.
Not sure which technique you need?
Send us a photo of the object or describe what you have in mind. We will tell you honestly what will and will not work.
Personalised gifts, handmade in our own workshop in Diksmuide. Laser engraving, laser cutting, DTF and UV printing — all under one roof.
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Contact
8600 Diksmuide
Belgium
+32 (0) 491 76 25 28
info@nickigifts.com
By appointment only — no walk-in shop
VAT BE 0802.395.876