If you're looking for a gift that is both meaningful and long-lasting, consider a laser-engraved wood item. The wood gifts are appropriate for people of all ages, and there is a wide range of items from which to choose. Whether you need a gift for your child, parent, spouse, friend, or grandparent, consider a thoughtful engraved wood piece.

An engraved wood item makes the perfect present for a wide range of special events and occasions, including kids' and adults' birthdays, holidays such as Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Easter, anniversaries, graduations, baby and bridal showers, and weddings. Since engraving is customizable, you can have almost any wood piece personalized with a special design or message. 

If you're handy and have a laser-cutting machine, you can make the gift yourself. Another more convenient option having it made from either a local store or an online retailer that specializes in wood engraving. Since the products make take a bit of time to create, place your order as soon in advance as possible to ensure it is ready on time.

Here are some laser-engraved wood gift ideas to get you started.

1. Cooking Items

If the recipient loves to cook and be in the kitchen, celebrate his or her passion with personalized cookware. You can have a variety of high-quality wood items laser-engraved, including mixing and fruit bowls, spoons, rolling pins, and cutting boards.

Have the pieces engraved with the recipient's name or monogram, a birthdate, or even a heartfelt message such as "I love you." You can even have a special recipe engraved onto a larger item, which will be especially heartfelt if it is a family favorite. 

2. Picture Frames

Have a wooden picture frame engraved with personalized designs, such as hearts, flowers, or dogs, depending on the recipient's interests and the occasion, as well as a quote, name, or message. Some ideas include "#1 Sister," "Happy Anniversary," and "Happy Birthday." You can also have the date engraved, along with a location, such as a vacation destination, if you'd like.

To make the present even more thoughtful, place a favorite picture of the gift recipient into the frame. There are frames available to fit any size picture, or you have one printed to the right measurement.

3. Jewelry Box 

A laser-engraved wood jewelry box is the ideal place for a girl of any age to store her favorite trinkets, and may also become a family heirloom. Choose a high-quality wood box and have it engraved with the female's name and birthdate, or any other message you'd like. 

Reach out to a company like Keeter Manufacturing & Laser Tech to learn more.