Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Wood Engraving Solutions
Pat's Wooden Crafts & Engraving is a long-established family-run business that has been creating bespoke wooden products and precision engravings since 2003. Founded by Pat, our expertise in traditional woodworking techniques has been enhanced by the integration of modern laser engraving technology, introduced when Gemma joined the business in 2010. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, customised solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements, whether for personal gifts, memorial items, or specialist projects. Our process combines meticulous attention to detail with collaborative client engagement, ensuring every project meets exact specifications.With over two decades of combined experience, we serve both individual customers and businesses, offering everything from single-item commissions to large-scale orders. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of advanced technology, dedication to preserving craftsmanship, and unwavering focus on customer satisfaction. We operate from our workshop at Wroxham Barns in Norfolk, where we welcome visitors by prior arrangement to discuss their engraving needs in person.
Services
Laser wood engraving
Memorial plaques
Guitar engraving
Jewellery engraving
Bespoke wooden products
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 20 years of combined experience in woodworking and engraving
- Our workshop combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge laser engraving technology
- We handle both single-item commissions and large-scale custom orders
- Our team offers specialist engraving services for unique items like guitars and jewellery
- We provide personalised service with meticulous attention to detail
What people say
Exceptional attention to detail
High-quality craftsmanship
Unique personalised items
Professional service
Perfect memorial tributes
Services
Laser wood engraving
Our precision laser wood engraving service transforms wooden surfaces into intricate works of art. Using advanced technology, we create permanent, detailed designs on various wood types for gifts, memorials, and commercial applications. The process maintains material integrity while achieving exceptional detail, making it ideal for both decorative and informational engravings. Our expertise ensures consistent quality across all projects.
Memorial plaques
We craft bespoke memorial plaques for woodland burial parks and personal commemorations. Our designs incorporate sensitive, lasting inscriptions and decorative elements that honour individual stories. Using durable materials and precise engraving techniques, we create meaningful tributes that withstand outdoor conditions while maintaining aesthetic quality over time. Each plaque is produced with careful attention to emotional significance.
Guitar engraving
Specialist guitar engraving services enhance musical instruments with custom designs without compromising structural integrity. We work with various wood types found in guitar construction, applying precise laser techniques to create unique patterns, names, or artistic elements. Our process maintains instrument quality while adding personalisation that reflects the owner's individuality and musical identity.
Jewellery engraving
Our micro-engraving capability allows for intricate personalisation of wooden jewellery pieces. Using precision tools, we add names, dates, or miniature designs to delicate items while preserving their structural strength. This service caters to customers seeking unique, sentimental additions to wooden accessories, ensuring each engraving remains visible yet subtle within the piece's design.
Bespoke wooden products
We create made-to-order wooden items tailored to specific requirements, from furniture to decorative objects. Combining traditional woodworking skills with modern design capabilities, our bespoke service addresses unique project needs. Each product undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure it meets both functional demands and aesthetic expectations, reflecting our commitment to craftsmanship excellence.
People
Pat
Founder
With over two decades of experience in traditional woodworking, Pat established the business in 2003. His expertise in crafting bespoke wooden items forms the foundation of our workshop's reputation for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Gemma
Engraving Specialist
Joining the business in 2010, Gemma introduced modern laser engraving technology to complement traditional woodworking. Her technical expertise ensures precise execution of complex engraving projects while maintaining the integrity of our family-run business values.
Questions
What engraving services do you offer?
We provide laser wood engraving, memorial plaque creation, guitar and jewellery engraving, and bespoke wooden product customisation.
How long have you been in business?
Our family-run business has been operating since 2003, combining traditional woodworking with modern engraving technology since 2010.
Can you handle large orders?
Yes, we accommodate both single-item commissions and bulk orders while maintaining consistent quality across all projects.
Do you offer in-person consultations?
We welcome visitors to our Wroxham Barns workshop by prior arrangement for detailed project discussions.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Norfolk, we serve customers nationwide through both local visits and postal order services.
Reviews (4)
Shaz Boswell
Dec 22, 2021
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Excellent customer service. Always go back to this shop for imaginative and beautifully crafted gifts. Loads to suit my budget and loads to tempt me into overspending!!
Jack Green
Oct 25, 2021
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We visited the shop in September, and I was taken by the large range of engravings available. I asked if they did commissions, and Gemma, the girl who was in the work area creating other jobs. We run through what I had in mind for a memorial plaque for my mum & dad. Gemma was very helpful, and she took my ideas and my contact details. A few days… later, she sent me a draft of what she intended, which I was very pleased with. I have her the go ahead to carry on with the work. She posted the finished article to me, and my first idea was to put in the garden, but when it arrived, it was
Stephen Agar
Sep 28, 2021
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We were looking for a special gift for a friends 60th birthday and chose a box to be engraved with the Masonic Insignia and the recipient's initials. The idea is for the box to hold Masonic jewels and other regalia. The help and advice we were given was first class and the engraved box was truly fantastic, Gem did us proud and we would certainly recommend a visit if you are looking for something that requires that special touch. Thanks
Adele Clemerson
May 15, 2021
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These guys work is absolutely amazing, had a good look around the shop really wish I had more spare cash as there was so much that caught my eye in the end they made me a personally engraved welcome sign with… an extra bit of naughty humour. The quality is fantastic and a great friendly service Thankyou very much it definitely makes all my wanted visitors giggle.
