Family owned · Est. 2019 · Hamilton, Ontario

A tough moment, turned into everlasting memories

What began in 2019 with one engraver, a box of pre-cut plaques and big dreams is now a family-run studio with five machines, an expanded line of services and over 400 products for your gifting needs.

Owners Mel and Paul smiling in the studio, holding an engraved wine glass
Experience13+ years

Meet the team

The two people behind every piece

Mel, known as Purple, owner and master engraver
MelOwner & master engraver

Mel F. aka Purple

Owner / Master Engraver

Mel is a proud mom of two kids, three pets and a loving wife who turned a tough situation into an incredible business journey. She was in management at a well-known engraving store that filed for bankruptcy in 2019 — which left her without a job… or so she thought.

With over a decade of engraving experience, Mel kicked off her adventure in 2019 from her bedroom closet with one engraver. Since then the business has opened a retail location, invested in more machinery, parts and software, and — after closing the retail store during the pandemic — grown into a home-based family studio in Hamilton.

“Thank you for your wonderful support as we create meaningful engravings for our amazing community!”— Mel, F² Engravables

Paul F. the laser guy

Laser Engraver / Director of Operations

Paul is Mel’s husband and a proud dad to two awesome kids. With a Business Administration degree, he backs Mel in the business while tossing around ideas to help it thrive.

On his days off from his regular job, Paul offers budget-friendly laser engraving to help small businesses and everyday customers. He has recently taken on a more active role — you’ll see him at vendor shows and on our socials too.

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Our journey

From a bedroom closet to five machines

01

A decade at the bench

Over 13 years in the engraving industry, including managing two retail stores.

02

2019: a fresh start

One engraver, some pre-cut plaques and big dreams — launched from a bedroom closet.

03

Growing & adapting

A retail location, more machinery and software, then a pivot to a home-based studio during the pandemic.

04

Today

Three rotary engravers, two lasers, 40+ fonts and 400+ products for every occasion.

What we believe

Every gift should be one-of-a-kind

Each piece should reflect the unique sentiment of the giver and the recipient. That belief shapes how we work.

Every written language

English, Arabic, Hindi, Greek, Chinese — if it can be written, we can engrave it.

Bring yours or buy ours

Personalize something meaningful you already own, or choose from 400+ products.

Guidance at every step

Font suggestions, layout options and patient answers until you’re 100% happy.

Family owned

A local Hamilton business — your support keeps our family studio thriving.

Ready to create an everlasting memory?

Book a free 15-minute online consultation, or send us your idea and we’ll quote it.