Every year, the same thing happens. It is December 10th. You still have 40 client gifts to buy. Everything nice is sold out or will not arrive in time.
You can skip that. If you run a business in Key West or the Florida Keys, October is the month to pick your holiday gifts. Here is how to do it, what it costs, and when to order.
Why October is the right month for corporate holiday gifts
Most companies pick their holiday gift budget in September and October. Custom gifts take time to make. The businesses that order early get the best choice and the calmest December.
We make every piece by hand, one at a time, here in Key West. That is why it feels personal. It also means our calendar fills up as the holidays get close.
Here are the dates that matter:
- December 11: last day to order custom pieces. We make and ship them by Monday, December 14, so they arrive before Christmas.
- December 17: last day to order in-stock items with expedited shipping. You pay a little extra and it still arrives before Christmas.
- Big orders of 50 or more usually take less than 2 weeks. Start in early November and you are safe.
There is no minimum order, so a small list is welcome too. The earlier you order, the more choice you have.
Why an engraved gift beats a printed one
A printed logo peels and fades. An engraved one is cut into the surface, so it stays sharp for years. Your clients keep using it, and your name stays in front of them all year.
What to give clients
Clients get a lot of gift baskets. Most end up in the break room. A gift with their name or logo on it is different. They keep it, use it, and think of you every time.
Engraved charcuterie board set. Great for a client who hosts. A board with their name or company on it sits on the counter all year. From $59.99. Shop the board set.
Engraved espresso mugs, set of 2. Small, nice, and easy to ship. From $45 a set. Shop the espresso mugs.
Slate coasters. A low cost way to say thank you to a long list. Add a logo or a name. From $14.99 each. Shop the coasters.
What to give your team
Staff gifts work best when they are useful. A cooler or tumbler with their name on it gets used every day.
The 4-in-1 drink cooler. It keeps cans and bottles cold, and it looks great with your logo. One is $32.99. Order a case and the price drops. At 10 or more, ask us for the case price. See the 4-in-1 cooler.
Metal business cards and tap cards. New hires and sales teams love them. Nothing says welcome like a real metal card with your name on it. See the business card options.
Who we make gifts for in the Keys
We work with all kinds of local businesses. Here are the ones who order most:
- Restaurants and bars that want branded drinkware for staff
- Hotels and guesthouses that want a nice welcome gift for guests
- Charter and marine companies that thank repeat customers
- Real estate offices and law firms with a long client list
Not on the list? Send us a message. If you can dream it, we can probably engrave it.
A gift for the friend who has everything
Not every gift is for work. The metal photo card is our most popular gift for a reason. We engrave a real photo onto a metal card. It is $19.99 and fits in a wallet. People keep it for years. Shop the photo card.
Engraved money clip. A small gift he will use every day. We engrave initials, a monogram, or a short name, on one side or both for the same price. Pick gold, silver, or black. It is $19.99, and it works for staff gifts, groomsmen, and stocking stuffers too. Shop the money clip.
How ordering works
- Tell us what you want and how many. Use the contact page or reply to any email from us.
- We send a free design proof. You see exactly what it will look like before we start.
- We engrave, pack, and either ship or hold for local pickup in Key West.
Most orders take 1 to 3 days to make. Bigger orders take a little longer. A run of 200 matching pieces takes us less than one work day of engraving. Local to the Keys? Pick up your order in Key West. Farther away? We ship anywhere in the U.S.
Start your list this week
Here is the easy plan:
- Count how many people you want to gift.
- Pick a budget for each. Most businesses spend $25 to $50 per staff member and $50 to $150 per client.
- Send us your list in early November for big orders, and we will lock in your spot.
Ready to go? See the Corporate Holiday Gifts collection or send us a quick message with your number of gifts. We will send ideas and prices within one business day.
Based in Key West? See how local engraving works, including where to find us on Sundays.