Custom Engraving | Knives & Kitchen | Twin Cities
Custom Engraving, Personalization
Knives, kitchen goods, and gifts that feel more personal.
Laser engraving in Minneapolis–St. Paul (Twin Cities).
Some objects earn a place in daily life. Engraving gives them more story.
At Vivront, we laser engrave pocket knives, kitchen knives, cutting boards, cheese boards, and select kitchen goods. We engrave names, initials, dates, short messages, and logos. Clean, precise, and done in-house. This is not just novelty personalization. It is about marking moments with tools people actually use.
What we engrave
- Pocket knives (EDC (everyday carry, groomsmen gifts, milestone gifts)
- Kitchen knives (chef’s knives, santokus, paring knives, sets and more)
- Cutting boards & cheese boards (home gifts, closing gifts, entertaining)
- Select kitchen goods (serving pieces, tools, gift items)
Not sure if your item can be engraved? Chat us up and we’ll confirm options before anything is marked.
Why people choose engraving
Engraving shows up when people want to say more than “thank you.”
- Celebrating milestones
- Marking transitions
- Strengthening relationships
- Leaving something behind
The best engraved gifts are useful first. The engraving simply anchors the memory.
Common use cases
Individuals & families
- Weddings & celebrations: groomsmen pocket knives, couple gifts, dates and initials
- Graduations & milestones: names, years, short messages (culinary grads love chef’s knives or pocket knives)
- Family gifts: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, birthdays, retirements
- Remembrance: understated initials, names, dates, simple symbols
Homes & new beginnings
Realtors and friends often choose engraved boards as closing gifts or housewarming gifts because they get used. They feel personal without being fragile or decorative.
- Home purchases
- Closing gifts
- Welcome-to-the-neighborhood moments
Professionals, client relationships, and teams
Financial planners, advisors, employers, and small teams use engraving to mark the moments that matter: appreciation, longevity, and meaningful transitions.
- Annual client appreciation: boards, knives, and kitchen gifts that feel considered
- Retirements & career milestones: names, years of service, short messages
- Team moments: promotions, anniversaries, project milestones
- Logos: clean, restrained branding that does not feel like swag
Pricing
Standard rates follow, with customization available.
$40 Monograms or initials
$60 Names, dates, or longer text (up to ~18 characters)
$80+ Logos, symbols, or custom graphics
Logo engraving may require a one-time setup fee depending on file quality and complexity. We'll confirm after file evaluation and before engraving.
Volume & group discounts
We offer volume pricing for multi-item orders, including:
- Wedding parties
- Client gifting programs
- Advisor and client appreciation gifts
- Employer recognition and team milestones
If you’re ordering 4 or more items, reach out and we’ll price it as a group.
Why Vivront
We’re a kitchen knife shop first. We care for quality and detail. That matters because engraving is not just about adding text. Placement, scale, and restraint determine whether it still looks good years from now.
- In-house laser engraving
- Guidance on layout and placement
- Options for gifts, teams, and client programs
- Twin Cities local pickup and support
How to get started
- Choose an item from our shop
- Share what you want engraved (initials, name, date, short message, or logo)
- We confirm layout, timing, and cost before engraving begins
Contact
Call: 952-222-5336
Email: happycooking@vivront.com
Or visit us at 50th & France in Edina (Twin Cities).
Want to pair engraving with service? See our knife care and sharpening options.
FAQ
Can you give examples of what people have engraved?
Certainly. Here are some options.
Can you engrave something I didn’t buy from Vivront?
Typically, no.
What do people engrave most often?
Initials, names, and dates are very common. They stay timeless and don’t over crowd the item with text
Do logos cost more?
Yes. Logos and graphics take more setup and can require vector-ready artwork. That is why they start at $40 for set up and a per item rateF.
How long does it take?
Timing depends on item type and order volume. We confirm turnaround when we confirm your layout.