John Morman

Celtic Tides

John Morman is the owner of Celtic Tides in Lexington, Virginia. He and his wife, Mary Jo, have been running the shop since 2005. John started laser engraving in 2003.

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John MormanJuly 24, 2025

Engraving slate 101

How to achieve high-contrast, detailed designs on slate.
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John MormanJune 5, 2025

Working with glass & crystal

Technical tips for engraving these delicate products.
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John MormanMay 5, 2025

How to branch out from engraving to offer more items

Tips for adding DTG, embroidery, or woven products to your engraving business.
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John MormanApril 10, 2025

Selling sentimental items

Delicate orders provide lasting memories.
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John MormanMarch 19, 2025

How to run a bamboo cutting board

Top-to-bottom customization in just seven steps.
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John MormanFebruary 4, 2025

Expanding your engraving clientele

Sometimes a little work is good luck.
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John MormanJanuary 13, 2025

Preparing for the new year

Get your shop in order for 2025.
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John MormanDecember 16, 2024

Managing Engraving Substrates

What to watch for, common mistakes & how to fix them.
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John MormanNovember 5, 2024

Creating a Niche Market

How awards & customization providers can use a niche market as an anchor for their business.
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John MormanOctober 9, 2024

Working With Commercial Software

Challenges & benefits for engravers: Part 2.
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John MormanSeptember 23, 2024

Exploring Open-Source Software

Challenges & benefits for engravers: Part 1.
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John MormanJuly 29, 2024

Personalizing Gifts From Wood

How to customize wood into unique gifts.
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John MormanJune 20, 2024

Growing Your Business at Events

It’s good to get outside the shop.
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John MormanApril 29, 2024

Looking Forward to Year 2 in Engraving

Ensuring success after the first year of your engraving business.
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John MormanMarch 28, 2024

Keeping up With Your Laser’s Maintenance

Follow these maintenance tips to ensure your laser engraver operates at its best.
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John MormanFebruary 13, 2024

Working With Wood

A primer on the best types of wood for each project & how to use them to their fullest potential.
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