Tag: #LaserEngraving

  • Webb’s Grainworks: Golden Republic Founders Club Release

    A full production weekend at GC3D

    Webb’s Grainworks just launched their Golden Republic Bourbon, GC3D supported their Founder’s Club gift baskets. The club is a program built around their commitment to locally grown grain, small batch distillation, and California craftsmanship. That focus on local production and hands-on quality is the same foundation GC3D operates on, which made this collaboration a natural fit. More about the Golden Republic release can be found at https://www.webbsgrainworks.com/.

    A wooden crate containing Webb's Golden Republic California Bourbon Whiskey, two engraved tasting glasses, and decorative filler.

    Each Founders Crate included a hand-signed bottle of Golden Republic California Bourbon Whiskey, a pair of engraved tasting glasses, and a thick metal Founders Club card. The card was designed as part of the full kit and quickly became a point of envy at the launch dinner. Webb’s presentation, paired with these elements, delivered a cohesive and premium experience that reflected the spirit of the release.

    GC3D handled the full fabrication run for the glassware and the cards. This included dialing in the laser settings, managing cycle consistency across the entire batch, and completing the production workload over a dedicated weekend in the garage. The final display at Webb’s tasting room shows the level of detail that went into the project and the alignment between both teams in producing something local and thoughtfully made.

    If you picked up a Founders Crate at the event, enjoy. This was a rewarding project to support.

    -Nick@GC3D

  • Blog Update: Lasers, Lasers, and More Lasers – Webb’s Grainworks Golden Republic Bourbon Special Release

    Happy Thanksgiving from GC3D. While most people settled in for a long weekend, the garage stayed lit with the usual late-night production cycle, this time for a special-release project with Webb’s Grainworks.

    Their Golden Republic bourbon launch needed something memorable. The request: a full run of custom-engraved sipping glassware paired with a matching batch of Founder’s Club metal cards. The output: 200 units of glassware, individually masked, jig-indexed, and rotary-engraved, completed over the course of the weekend. Each glass went through a full prep cycle including coating, burn, peel, and inspection before lining up in rows for final QC.

    The project also included a limited set of Golden Republic Founder’s Club cards, cut and engraved on anodized gold stock. Clean lines, tight edge definition, and a layout that complements the bottle and brand package.

    This release marks another step in expanding the GC3D catalog to meet broader client requirements. Beyond tap handles, we are taking on more specialty engraving, branded metalwork, and limited-run promotional pieces. As clients diversify, the garage adapts.

    More late-night oil, more tooling, more capability coming online. The catalog continues to grow to support the projects that walk through the door, or in this case, roll in right before a holiday weekend.

  • Update from Disneyland: GameCraft Märzen on Tap

    This weekend my wife and I spent a date day at #Disneyland and #DisneylandCaliforniaAdventure. We ended up stopping by the #LamplightLounge. On tap was GameCraft Brewing’s Märzen, a classic #Oktoberfest-style lager, and supporting those pours behind the bar was another GarageCraft3d #taphandle.

    A man with a Jack Skellington shirt stands at the Lamplight Lounge bar in Disneyland California Adventure, pointing at craft beer taps. The background features colorful lights and structures from the park at night.

    This handle is part of the continuing rotation of GameCraft Brewing beers featured across the park, marking the third or possibly fourth GarageCraft3d handle now in active use at Disneyland. Each handle is designed, manufactured, and finished in the garage, built to stand up to the constant use of a busy venue while still reflecting the look and feel of handcrafted design.

    It is always rewarding to see something that started on a workbench here in #SoCal being used to quench the thirst of thousands of guests every day at DCA! These handles represent what GarageCraft3d is all about: creating functional, durable, and well-crafted products that serve both purpose and story.

    Another successful pour, another proud moment for GarageCraft3d. Check us out and/or design your own!

    Cheers,

    -Nick@GC3D

  • From R&D to Market: Laser Engraved Moscow Mule Mugs

    At GarageCraft3d, every test is about moving closer to production-quality outcomes. Our latest focus was laser engraving copper Moscow mule mugs. Using the branded Nauti Vodka bottle from Webb’s Grainworks in Aliso Viejo as our benchmark, we set out to validate whether their clean, recognizable logo could be faithfully transferred onto copper.

    The results came back strong. The engraved mugs carried over the detail, depth, and clarity of the original Nauti Vodka branding, showing crisp linework even on the curved copper surface. More importantly, the process proved repeatable, confirming that custom copper mug engraving is not just possible but production-ready.

    A Nauti Vodka bottle standing between two engraved copper Moscow mule mugs on a marble countertop.
    A display of engraved copper Moscow mule mugs featuring the 'Nauti Vodka' logo beside a bottle of Nauti Vodka, set on a marble countertop.

    This milestone expands what GarageCraft3d can deliver. With this successful validation, laser-engraved Moscow mule mugs move from experimental R&D into a true product offering, standing alongside our 3D printing, CNC, and laser engraving lines. Breweries, distilleries, and event brands can now bring the same logos featured on bottles, cans, and taproom signage onto durable, high-quality copper barware.

    From bottle to mug, from glass to metal, craft continues to meet craft, and our product line just got stronger.

    -Nick@GC3D

  • New Homepage by GarageCraft3d: Tailored Tap Handles for Everyone

    Another milestone in the books. GarageCraft3d has launched a new homepage built to guide every visitor, from home kegerator owners to full-scale breweries, toward the tap handle that fits their needs. This update shifts our site from a blog-centered layout to a streamlined, product-first experience focused on our custom tap handle collection.

    Every section now serves a purpose. The hero area introduces our small-batch tap handle work. The story explains our background as a veteran-owned workshop. And the call-to-action buttons give clear paths to browse tap handle styles, create a one-off, or request bulk production. The site is now cleaner, faster, and built with future growth in mind.

    This update is part of our long-term plan to make GarageCraft3d the go-to tap handle builder for breweries, bars, and enthusiasts who want more than generic. We’re just getting started.

    -Nick @nickgc3d

  • Evening Update – August 6 (Technically, August 7) Shopify + WPForms Integration Update

    We’ve been tightening up the ordering process so your custom tap handles move smoothly from design to delivery.

    The big update tonight? Our order form is now fully integrated with Shopify, which means you can submit your design through our Customize page and flow directly into a secure checkout. No extra steps, no chasing links; Just a clean, straightforward path from idea to production.

    If you’re looking for ready-to-ship options, our Shop is stocked with designs like The Legend, Jarhead Juice, and more. All are just a few clicks away from being on your tap.

    Breweries now have a direct lane for bulk orders through our Breweries page; Ensuring fast turnaround, consistent branding, and durable designs that can keep up with your busiest nights.

    Whether you’re a home keg enthusiast or running a full taproom, the goal is the same make ordering as easy and enjoyable as pouring the first pint.

    More tomorrow.

    -Nick@GC3D

  • Product Page Update: Clean, Simple, Functional

    We’ve spent the past few days fine-tuning the GarageCraft3d product page to make it easy for you to browse, buy, and get your hands on the tap handle that fits your vibe.

    This is our first go so critiques are welcome. Our first four offerings now have clean layouts, crisp product photos, a one-line description, and a clearly marked Buy Now button. No confusion, no clutter, just the essentials.

    From the nostalgic pixel punch of The Legend to the tongue-in-cheek grit of Jarhead Juice, these taps are now clickable and ready to ship at $24.99. No missing buttons, no broken links. Just clean routing straight to checkout.

    More styles are coming soon, but the first batch is officially live and dialed in. If you’re on the fence, now’s a good time to grab one before the next round drops. And if you’ve got a vision of your own, head over to our Customize page to bring it to life!

    Brewing for a crowd? Check out our Breweries page for bulk order details.

    — The GarageCraft3D Team

  • Daily Shop Update – First Official Shopify Sale!

    July 14, 2025

    Today marks a major milestone for GarageCraft3d. We processed our very first official order through Shopify, with branded tap handles headed out to our friends at StudyBreak Hard Seltzer! This moment isn’t just a win for us… it’s proof that what started as a garage-born idea can now power real, scalable, professional solutions for small batch brewers and beverage brands alike.

    What makes this even more exciting is how it aligns with the core of our business philosophy and values:

    • No Minimum Order Quantity
    • Always Ships Free
    • Proudly Made in the USA
    • Veteran Owned and Operated

    We’re dialed in to serve both sides of the spectrum, from that one-off custom birthday gift to a 5 or 50-keg release for a local brewer who wants tap handles that won’t break the bank. This is the sweet spot where craft meets commerce.

    We also made strong progress on our backend today, refining pricing tiers, finalizing our SKU logic, and integrating tools that allow us to offer tiered discounts and one-click checkout for bulk orders. The math behind it is proprietary, but the outcome is simple: breweries get more value at every quantity tier, and customization doesn’t come at a premium.

    Stay tuned! As we’re just getting started.

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    If you’re a brewer looking to brand your next batch or just want to create something unique, reach out anytime.

    Cheers,
    The GarageCraft3d Team

  • Late-Night Layers, Laser Lines and the 3, I mean 4 April Shop Update

    Three+ days into April and already the machines are cranking, the coffee is cold, and the print queue seemingly keeps growing.

    Tonight’s update comes straight from the garage workbench — where it smells like PLA, heated chrome, and just a hint of stress (maybe a spilled beer)… We’ve been cranking out a full production run of custom tap handles for GameCraft Brewing Company, including the GC general branded (Perfect for your home Kegerator), the GC PSi Blast (Coming Soon!) and GC’s PowerUp! (Mango infused wheat beer).

    The black and pink signify the unique tastings at GameCraft Brewing Company. Branding is tight, engraving crisp, and finishes clean. We’re keeping that color blocking sharp and functional. Each handle pops with identity — whether you’re pouring GameCraft or Study Break these handles literally pop!

    Also in the batch: a test batch of 33 TAPS Hard Seltzer handles, fully engraved and detailed in layered blue-on-black. Simple. Bold. Clean.

    But the real showstopper?
    A run of BLAST BAJA tap handles that take full advantage of layered textures, color fidelity, and character-driven branding. These things aren’t just tap handles — they’re interactive, personality-infused drink invitations.

    It’s been a lot of filament. A lot of fine-tuning. And yeah, a few hiccups with Fusion360 along the way (Fusion really doesn’t like 0.156mm line segments at 2AM). But all said and done, the shop is flowing — the rhythm of craft and code is strong this week.

    Production continues late into the night. Just another session where passion outpaces sleep.

    Stay tuned — more designs, collaborations, and launch prep dropping soon.

    — Nick | GarageCraft3D
    “Printed with pride. Powered by the garage.”

  • 🕒 2AM Garage Update: Gears Grinding, Printers Singing

    It’s late. Real late. But the machines are still running and so is the vision.

    Tonight’s lineup? Cranking out a fresh batch of drink and food tokens for #GameCraftBrewingCompany, fine-tuning the new “Blade Slim” TAP handle redesign for the Anaheim location, and running custom TAP handles for #StudyBreak and their #BlastofBaja #HardSeltzer. The filament hasn’t even cooled yet and April is already speeding past like a deadline on rails.

    Three days in and the orders, revisions, and builds are stacking up. But this is what it’s all about: late-night production, caffeine, and that unmistakable buzz when something you made starts rolling into the real world.

    Next up! Laser engraving a fresh batch of #GameCraftBrewingCompany tap handles to support some future releases.

    Sleep? Optional.
    Launch? Imminent.
    GarageCraft3D? Warming up.

    More soon—right after this next print finishes…

    —Nick
    Crafted in the garage. Built for the tap.