This summer, I had the honor of bringing live calligraphy engraving to the Aspen Food & Wine Classic, one of the most celebrated culinary festivals in the country. Partnering with Patrón Tequila, I created custom engravings on their branded metal butterfly keychains, offering guests a one-of-a-kind keepsake to take home.
Throughout the event, I used my hand lettering and engraving tools to personalize each keychain with guest names and messages. The delicate copper-toned butterflies made the perfect canvas, allowing every engraving to stand out beautifully in the Colorado sunshine. Watching guests’ reactions as they received their personalized pieces was the highlight—many loved their engraved keychains so much they asked for more than one!
The atmosphere at the Aspen Food & Wine Classic is always full of energy, and this collaboration with Patrón truly captured the festival spirit: blending craftsmanship, creativity, and celebration. Each engraving was more than just a name—it was a memory etched in metal, a reminder of a weekend filled with fine food, world-class wine, and the artistry of Patrón Tequila.
This experience was a wonderful example of how live engraving activations can elevate brand presence at luxury events. Personalization creates meaningful connections, and guests walk away with something unique they’ll treasure long after the event ends. It’s more than a gift—it’s an experience.
I’m grateful to have been part of this incredible weekend with Patrón at Aspen, sharing my passion for calligraphy and custom engraving in such a vibrant setting. If you are interested in hiring an on site calligrapher or engraver for you event, get in touch!