APB Bespoke crafts

16/10/2026

💜📦 UNBOXING THE RESINERS AIRLESS PRO 3!

Something new has arrived at APB Bespoke Crafts, and I’m excited to get it into the workshop!

We’ve invested in the AirLess Pro 3, a vacuum machine designed to remove air bubbles from resin before pouring.

From bespoke wooden signs to resin-filled engravings and custom creations, achieving a clean, professional finish is incredibly important to us.

I’m particularly interested to see how this machine performs with the types of resin projects we produce here at APB.

🔧 First up: Unboxing!

🧪 Next: Putting it to the test!

🎥 Coming soon: Real workshop results and an honest review.

— we’d love to explore what else we could create with your equipment. Always open to working with innovative brands that support makers and small businesses! 🤝

Have you tried vacuum degassing resin? Let me know your experiences below! 👇

11/10/2026

25/09/2026

🚔 A Retirement Gift Made With Meaning 💙
Another special commission completed here at APB Bespoke Crafts!
I had the pleasure of creating this personalised shadow box for a retiring Metropolitan Police officer, bringing together pieces of their uniform and service memorabilia into a lasting keepsake.
From the carefully arranged patches to the personalised details, every element was put together to commemorate a career of dedication and service.
The gift was received today, and hearing how much it was loved made all the effort worthwhile! ❤️
It’s projects like these that remind me why I love what I do. Creating something personal that holds memories and tells a story is what APB Bespoke Crafts is all about.
A huge congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for your service! 👮💙
📩 Looking for a personalised retirement, military or emergency services gift? Drop us a message to discuss your ideas. We’d love to create something special for you.

23/09/2026

I have been testing these jeans out in my everyday life and most of my time is in my Apb Bespoke crafts workshop.

These are easy to move around in and they ar non restrictive, which is ideal for me.

I really like the fit and recommend these to anyone who want them for a various different reasons.

They wash really well and smart enough to wear out

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20/09/2026

🪵 FROM RAW OAK TO FINISHED INSTALLATION! 🔨

Another bespoke project completed and installed by APB Bespoke Crafts! 🙌

Introducing the new Ilex House sign, handcrafted from oak and designed to complement the property while making it easier for visitors to find their way.

Every part of this sign was made with care:

🪵 Crafted entirely from oak, including the supporting posts.

🔥 Precision laser engraved lettering and directional arrows.

⚫ Engraving filled with black resin for a bold, lasting contrast.

🖌️ Finished with Osmo UV-Protection Oil to help protect the oak against the elements.

🔨 Finally, installed and secured in its new home!

There’s something incredibly satisfying about taking a piece of timber, turning it into something bespoke and seeing it installed where it belongs.

Built to stand out. Made to last. Crafted with pride. 💪

Looking for a bespoke wooden sign for your home, business or property? Drop us a message and let’s bring your idea to life!

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11/09/2026

Craft fair prep is well underway at APB! 🔥🛍️

Our brand-new APB Bespoke Crafts tote bags are coming off the press and getting ready for our upcoming craft fairs.

Designed and pressed by us in-house, they’ll be perfect for carrying home your APB purchases — and we couldn’t resist trying a few of our other designs while the press was hot! 👀

Another little addition to the APB setup, and we’re really pleased with how they’ve turned out.

Would you like to see personalised tote bags added to our range too?

09/09/2026

🧀 BRIE-HEADED! 🧀

Something a little different coming out of the APB workshop today…

A full custom engraving onto a stainless-steel cheese slicer, featuring our slightly over-the-top Brie guillotine design 😂

The really satisfying part? 👀
The artwork is bigger than the working area of the laser, so this had to be split into two separate engraving passes and lined back up across the slicer.

Safe to say… I’m pretty happy with that alignment! 🔥

The new 5W UV laser is already opening up loads of possibilities for engraving metal and other materials — and this is exactly the sort of thing I bought it for.

What do we think — would you have one of these on your cheeseboard? 🧀🍷

Custom engraving available — message APB Bespoke Crafts for personalised pieces.

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03/09/2026

🚨 NEW FROM APB BESPOKE CRAFTS 🚨

One of the hardest parts of running a craft business is knowing what to charge.

It’s easy to remember the material cost—but what about design time, labour, machine time, wastage, packaging, marketplace fees and everything else?

That’s why I created the APB Maker Pricing & Profit Calculator.

Simply enter your costs, and the calculator works out:

✅ Your true job cost
✅ Recommended selling price
✅ Profit and profit margin
✅ Marketplace and wholesale prices
✅ Break-even quantity
✅ Effective hourly earnings

It’s suitable for:

🔹 Laser engraving
🔹 3D printing
🔹 DTF and clothing
🔹 Woodworking
🔹 General handmade products

It also supports multiple international currencies and includes a quick-start guide.

Built by a maker, for makers—because your time and skills deserve to be priced properly.

Available now as an instant Excel download through my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4568063455/maker-pricing-calculator-excel

Please feel free to share this with any makers or small-business owners who might find it useful 🙌

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27/08/2026

🍷 WE’RE GOING TO THE WINTER W**E FESTIVAL! 🍷

We’re really excited to announce that APB Bespoke Crafts will be exhibiting at the Winter W**e Festival at Soper Hall, Caterham on Saturday 14th November!

We’ve been working on a new collection especially for the event, with handcrafted serving and charcuterie boards, personalised w**e boxes, slate pieces, w**e accessories and plenty of unique Christmas gift ideas. 🎁

Even better, it’s right here in Caterham! 🙌

The festival will feature:

🍷 100+ w**es to discover
🧀 Artisan food & stalls
🎤 Live entertainment
🥂 Expert masterclasses
🎄 Plenty of Christmas shopping

And we’ve got our own 10% discount code for anyone coming along!

🎟️ Use code APB when booking your tickets to save 10%.

We’ll pop the ticket link in the comments below. 👇
https://winterw**efestival.eventbrite.co.uk/
We’ve got lots to make between now and November, so keep an eye on the page — we’ll be sharing the journey and some sneak peeks of what we’re making for the stand!

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