Lately, it might seem like we’re moving a little slower.
But the truth is, we’re just being more intentional with our time.

Like most small business owners, we wear all the hats — and to do our best work, we’ve had to create better boundaries. That means focused admin time, thoughtful order processing, and yes… making room for family and even a hobby or two.

We wrote all about why slower doesn’t mean less dedicated in our newest blog.

We get asked all the time what we can laser engrave… and the answer is: not everything — and honestly, we’re okay with that 😅

We skip tumblers, glass, mystery plastics, and giant projects on purpose. Instead, we stick to materials we trust, enclosed lasers, and making meaningful pieces that actually last (not just the latest internet trend).

And yes… we did order a fancy new 3D UV printer from a Kickstarter that’ll eventually let us expand what we can do. It’s just been delayed a few times, so for now we’re in our ✨patiently waiting era✨

If you’ve ever wondered why we have boundaries around engraving, we spilled all the behind-the-scenes tea in our latest blog.

Our PX store was a beautiful chapter for Ink Stick, and we are grateful for everyone who visited, shopped, and supported us. The storefront was built with so much love for this community, which is why the decision to close it deserved a full explanation. Fort Irwin is a unique place with a constantly shifting population, long training cycles, and challenges that make a traditional shop difficult to maintain. We shared the full story in today’s blog.

Ever wondered what it is like to open a store inside the PX? I just wrote a blog about the reality of my two year brick and mortar journey. The setup, the costs, the schedule, and what I learned the hard way.

Why art workshops are important for emotional and educational development in children.

It all begins with an idea.