Time flies, turning to the season of graduation and parting, you may have to separate from your good friends in various places, it is a sad topic, but there is no escaping it, so let's cherish the last time together! Will you want to give gifts to your friends on the occasion of graduation, make a souvenir full of personal feelings and exclusive memories with your heart. It's not just a gift, it's a testament to your graduation, an important milestone in your lives.
What are the forms of graduation gifts?
There are various types of gifts, so you need to determine the form of the gift and choose an item that is suitable for engraving or designing. For example, special decorations or it can be a small personalized item.
- Jewelry:for graduation gifts you can consider rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc. These small objects that you wear with you can be used as daily or treasured, always with you as a symbol of growth and achievement.
- Daily necessities: Or you can consider engraving pens, bookmarks, etc. with a commemorative pattern, and small items for daily use can also be considered.
- Decorations or souvenirs:you can also consider giving figurines, craft ornaments, etc., which can be placed on your desk or dresser, and when you see them, memories of your graduation will come flooding back.
When choosing the form of the gift, you can customize it specifically according to the personality, preferences, and interests of the person you are giving it to; each person's gift is unique, and represents that they are just as unique in your heart. For example, if you give the object is more like to read, your gift can be specially designed for his bookmarks, and if you give the object usually more like to dress up, your gift can be exquisite jewelry.
How to pick the right material for your graduation gift?
Different forms of gifts require different materials, the choice of material is very important, the material will affect the style and texture of the gift. Below is my summary of suitable materials for you to make graduation gifts.
1. Metal
Metal materials are also more common on the market, such as gold, silver, copper, brass, aluminum, etc. These materials are very durable and have a metallic luster, making a gift has a high-end and unique texture. Therefore, metal materials are suitable for making jewelry such as rings and pendants.
2. Gemstones
Gemstones are also very colorful and have a beautiful natural hue, and the sparkle and glamour of gemstones is also suitable for carving and making rings or pendants with a commemorative meaning.
3. Wood
Nature's wood is also a popular material for carving. Wooden materials are rustic and warm, and some even come with their own scent. You can choose good quality wood to make some key pendants, small ornaments and other gifts, carved on the surface of the wood with delicate patterns and textures.
4. Ceramic or resin
These materials are lightweight, but durable, and can be customized with various figurines or commemorative ornaments, which can be personalized according to the preferences of the person you're giving it to, graduation gifts are meant to be unique.
What unique design elements can you incorporate into your sculpture?
In addition to the form of the gift is different, the most unique lies in its design elements, whether it is metal or wood, if made into the form of the gift is the same, but this gift is different from other gifts. That's why you should incorporate unique design elements in your gift, such as special symbols, patterns, dates, names, etc.
1. Exclusive personalized message
You can engrave their name, initials, professional name, school information, etc. in the graduation gift, which not only has uniqueness, but also shows that this is a gift exclusively for them.
2.Graduation Date
Or include the graduation year and graduation date in the gift, which can be presented in the form of Arabic or Roman numerals for a unique and elegant look.
3. Design exclusive symbols or patterns
You can include exclusive symbols or patterns in the graduation gift, such as school logos, degree caps, books, feathers, etc. to symbolize academics and wisdom.
4. Motto or blessing
You can pick some favorite motto or blessing engraved on the gift, not only to enhance your feelings, but also give the gift more meaning.
Do you have any suitable tools for engraving?
1.Handmade engraving knife
The carving knife is suitable for wood and soft metal, it can carve details well, there are different tips and a handle, it feels comfortable in your hand, it also adapts to different carving requirements, it is suitable for detailed hand work.
2.Engraving machine
Engraving machine is mainly divided into electric engraving machine and pneumatic engraving machine. Electric engraving machines are driven by electricity, suitable for engraving softer metals, wood and resin, etc., and are easy to operate. Pneumatic engraving machine is the use of compressed air to drive the engraving tool, suitable for higher hardness of the material, can provide higher engraving accuracy and longer service life. Both types of engraving machines have their own features, and you can choose between them according to the
3. Stereoscopic Microscope
A stereo microscope is a microscope used to observe the three-dimensional structure of an object, usually with two eyepieces to provide binocular observation, thus creating a sense of depth and three-dimensionality. Stereo microscope is very important in the need for high-precision and detailed observation of the process, can help the carver more clear and intuitive observation of the details of the carving, to ensure the quality of the carving works.
What are some suitable engraving methods?
Depending on the material, the choice of engraving tools and engraving methods will vary.
1. Hand Carving
Hand engraving is suitable for wood and metal, which can bring unique handmade traces, but hand engraving takes a longer time and makes the gift more emotional and warm.
2. Machine engraving
Using electric and pneumatic engraving machines to engrave, not only can greatly improve the efficiency of engraving, but also can ensure the quality of engraving details.