Case Studies: Special Occasion Signs

A Timeless Wedding Gift

Otis Woods

Background

During a chance encounter at a local farmer's market, Otis Woods approached Chad with a unique request. He was looking for a special, personalized wedding gift for a family member's upcoming nuptials, and was drawn to the idea of a custom cedarwood sign.

Challenge

The project came with a tight deadline - the wedding was only a few weeks away. We needed to design, create, and finish a high-quality, personalized sign in a short timeframe.

Design and Creation Process

  1. Initial Consultation: Immediately upon meeting at the farmer's market, Chad and Otis discussed design ideas and preferences.

  2. Design Concept: Quickly developed a design that incorporated the couple's names and wedding date, with a classic, romantic aesthetic.

  3. Material Selection: Chose a premium piece of cedarwood, perfect for a gift-sized sign.

  4. Craftsmanship: Carefully carved and shaped the cedarwood to the agreed design.

  5. Gold Leaf Application: Applied delicate gold leaf to key elements of the design, adding a touch of elegance and luxury.

  6. Finishing: Used high-quality, protective finishes to ensure the sign's longevity as a keepsake.

  7. Quality Check: Conducted a thorough inspection to ensure every detail met our high standards.

Result

We delivered a beautifully crafted, personalized cedarwood sign featuring exquisite gold leaf detailing. The sign was completed well within the tight timeframe, allowing Otis plenty of time to present it at the wedding.

Unique Aspects

  • The addition of gold leaf elevated the sign from a simple wooden plaque to a luxurious, heirloom-quality gift.

  • The quick turnaround demonstrated our ability to handle rush orders without compromising on quality.

  • This project showcased our versatility in creating both large commercial signs and smaller, personalized pieces.

Conclusion

This case study highlights our ability to create custom, high-quality cedarwood signs for a variety of purposes, not just commercial signage. It demonstrates our flexibility in meeting tight deadlines, our attention to detail with features like gold leafing, and our commitment to creating pieces that hold personal significance.

The success of this project opened up new opportunities for creating custom gift items for weddings, birthdays, holidays and more, expanding our range of services beyond traditional signage.

I was amazed at how quickly Chad turned my idea into reality. The gold leaf details really make the sign special. It was the hit of the wedding - the couple loved it, and everyone wanted to know where I got it!"
- Otis Woods