This extreme closeup view illustrates the combination of etching and engraving that comprises the 1/2″ thick steel dies created individually for each client’s bespoke stationery. This is from what each piece of letter paper is printed.
An initial hand drawn sketch for a gentleman client’s new monogram.
Midway through the monogram sketching process. Shown are the many layers of alterations comprising a sketch.
Monogram, in finished pencil sketch form. This is what is given to the engraver to create the 1/2″ thick steel die.
Our bespoke monograms always begin with pencil sketches, the old-fashioned way. Once approved, the monogram is etched and engraved, by hand, onto a 1/2″ thick steel die. This is then press-proofed to check for accuracy. Sometimes, we press proof on the client’s chosen paper—or papers—in various inks. This provides accurate color combination choices. We also offer custom-fitted stationery suite cases that hold individual client’s unique sets of letter paper.
