From Playdate to Personal Treasure: A Sweet Surprise in the Studio

The last day of summer had that unmistakable energy - the kind where the house felt like it might burst at the seams. My son, Jack, had two friends over, and between the laughter, games, and whirlwind of six-year-olds, every corner showed signs of “total fun” (read: chaos).

At one point, they wandered into my office and their eyes immediately locked in on my laser machine. “What’s that?” they asked. I showed them a necklace engraved with Jack’s handwriting, and just like that, the noise stopped. Wide-eyed, they asked, “Can you make one for my mom?”

Both of their moms had just celebrated birthdays, so suddenly this wild, messy afternoon had a new purpose. The kids grabbed paper and markers, carefully writing out their words. Then came the serious debate: gold or silver? Their back-and-forth was hilarious, but eventually decisions were made.

When it came time to engrave, all three of them stood in awe, watching their handwritten notes transform into shiny keepsakes. The room shifted from chaos to calm, filled with the kind of quiet that comes with wonder.

They walked out the door proudly wearing their necklaces, beaming as they headed home to surprise their moms with gifts straight from the heart.

And me? Watching Jack in the middle of it all, helping his friends and lighting up as he saw their excitement, reminded me why I do this. It's not just about jewelry. It's about capturing love, connection, and special moments, then turning them into something you can hold. That's what The Carrick Bend is all about.

Want to capture your own handwriting, your child’s first note, or a message that matters most? The Engraved Memento Necklace lets you turn words straight from the heart into a keepsake you can hold forever.

From my heart (and hands) to yours,
Courtney