Some words stay with you forever.
Maybe it’s a line from a letter. A lyric you’ve always loved. A phrase your gran always said. Or, like in Kirsty’s case, a line from a poem written by her Grandad on her 18th birthday.
These are more than just words - they’re memories. And turning them into something you can see and feel every day is what Etched on the Wolds is all about.
We specialise in bespoke engraved signs that tell your story.
Why words matter
We’re big believers that the most meaningful art isn’t always hanging in a gallery, it’s often hanging above the fireplace, sat on a windowsill or leaning quietly on a bedside table.
It tells a story.
Your story.
Your story.
A custom wooden sign isn’t just décor, it’s a conversation starter. A quiet reminder. A handmade gift filled with meaning.
Over the years, we’ve helped bring hundreds of stories to life, one sign at a time. Some have marked new beginnings. Others have honoured loved ones. All of them have come from the heart.
Not sure what to say? Start here.
If you’re thinking of commissioning your own bespoke piece, but aren’t sure which words to choose, here are a few ideas to get you started:
- A phrase a loved one always says (or used to say)
- A favourite quote, lyric or book line
- A meaningful date or location in words
- A word of the year to keep you on course
If it gives you a lump in your throat, gives you the motivation to keep going or makes you smile without thinking, it’s probably the one and we’ll help you turn it into a beautiful engraved wooden sign that lasts.
Our process: Personal, always
We don’t just make signs, we shape stories. When you get in touch, we’ll work with you to make sure the design fits the meaning.
That includes:
- Helping you choose a font that feels right
- Selecting the perfect piece of wood (each one is different!)
- Sizing and spacing the layout so your words are given the space they deserve
We take our time. And we care deeply.
Because when something means the world to you, it means the world to us too.
Want to create your own?
Whether it’s for a meaningful handmade gift, a memorial, a milestone, or just because, you’re in the right place.
Get in touch to create a bespoke personalised wooden sign that captures what matters most to you.
With love from our little corner of the Yorkshire Wolds,
Rich and Kirsty x