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Blog - What Gifts Show Appreciation for a Female Friend?

What Gifts Show Appreciation for a Female Friend?

Looking for a gift that truly shows your appreciation for a female friend? Here are meaningful, thoughtful and personalised ideas she’ll genuinely love.

Blog - What Do You Say When a New Baby Arrives? (Message Ideas for Announcements)

What Do You Say When a New Baby Arrives? (Message Ideas for Announcements)

Not sure what to say when a new baby arrives? Whether you’re sharing your own news or writing to someone else, here are sweet, simple message ideas — including how to use them with personalised baby announcement plaques.

Blog - How Do I Text a Baby Announcement? (Short & Sweet Templates)

How Do I Text a Baby Announcement? (Short & Sweet Templates)

If you want to announce your baby by text, here are simple, sweet message templates that make it easy — including wording ideas perfect for personalised announcement plaques.

Blog - How Do I Announce a New Baby on Social Media? (Cute & Simple Ideas)

How Do I Announce a New Baby on Social Media? (Cute & Simple Ideas)

Sharing your baby news on social media is a moment you’ll remember forever. Here are cute, simple and meaningful announcement ideas — including personalised baby announcement plaques.

How Do You Announce a New Baby Arrival? (Simple & Meaningful Ideas)

How Do You Announce a New Baby Arrival? (Simple & Meaningful Ideas)

Announcing a new baby is one of life’s most exciting moments. Here are the sweetest and simplest ways to share the news — including personalised baby announcement plaques from Rowland Designs.

Every Snack You Make, Every Bite You Take… Your Dog is Watching!

Every Snack You Make, Every Bite You Take… Your Dog is Watching!

Bring humour into your home with our “Every Snack You Make” funny dog sign — the perfect gift for dog lovers and a must-have for any kitchen or snack-loving household. This playful plaque captures every dog owner’s daily reality and makes a charming addition to your home décor.

Why Personalised Chopping Boards Make the Perfect Wedding Gift

Tracy Rowland

Personalised chopping boards make thoughtful, meaningful and practical wedding gifts. Here’s why engraved wooden boards are a beautiful choice for newlyweds.

From Kitchen to Keepsake: Turning Everyday Boards into Lasting Memories

Tracy Rowland

Some gifts are used and forgotten. Others become part of the home. A personalised chopping board from Rowland Designs is one of those rare gifts that stays with someone for years — not just as a kitchen item, but as a keepsake tied to moments, memories, and milestones. Handmade from beautiful beech or hevea wood, these boards aren’t just practical tools. They become family centrepieces, serving boards, décor pieces and sentimental reminders of special occasions. Whether engraved with a wedding date, family name or heartfelt message, a board becomes a daily reminder of the moment it was gifted — deepening in character over time with care and turning everyday use into lasting meaning.

Personalised Chopping Boards for Corporate Gifting & Branding

Personalised Chopping Boards for Corporate Gifting & Branding

Give clients and colleagues something they’ll truly appreciate. Our handcrafted personalised chopping boards make elegant, sustainable business gifts with a personal touch.

Why a Personalised Chopping Board Makes the Perfect Wedding Gift

Why a Personalised Chopping Board Makes the Perfect Wedding Gift

A personalised chopping board makes a heartfelt wedding gift that’s both beautiful and practical. Discover why these handcrafted keepsakes from Rowland Designs are treasured long after the big day.

Choosing the Right Material for Your Personalised Chopping Board

Choosing the Right Material for Your Personalised Chopping Board

Choosing the right material for your personalised chopping board makes all the difference — not only in how it looks and feels, but in how well it performs over time. In this guide we’ll compare two excellent hardwoods we use at Rowland Designs — beech and hevea — explaining their finishes, engraving suitability and how to decide which fits your style and kitchen best.

How to Look After Your Personalised Chopping Board

How to Look After Your Personalised Chopping Board

Your personalised chopping board is more than just a kitchen tool — it’s a keepsake. In this guide you’ll discover how to clean, oil, and store it properly so that your board stays beautiful, sturdy and engraved details stay crisp for years to come.