Who is Engraved 4 Good and what is Créé Brands?

Engraving That Gives Back – Welcome to Engraved 4 Good

At Engraved 4 Good, we create engraved gifts that tell stories. Formerly known as Créé à la main (created by hand), we began as a small engraving business in Redding, Connecticut. Founded by Michele and Ryan Offenhartz, our studio was built on the belief that small details tell a powerful story. Today, Engraved 4 Good has grown into a mission-driven brand dedicated to supporting local families and causes.

Ryan brings a Bachelor’s degree in Studio Art and more than twenty years of creative experience, blending artistry with technology. Michele brings her eye for style and her gift for connecting people through stories. Together we bring a depth of experience in small business and the desire to give back, which has shaped Engraved 4 Good into a company built on craftsmanship, purpose, and community.

As parents of three young children, we understand the importance of celebrating milestones and creating connections that last. We build our businesses with that same priority in mind, creating companies that allow more time with family. Every Créé Brands venture is proudly closed on weekends, not just for us, but for every family who works with us and does business with us. The world will be okay if we take one less order because we were having magical moments with the people we love. That spirit of family first is reflected in everything we make and in our commitment to giving back with every order.

“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” — Ernest Hemingway

What Makes Engraved 4 Good Different

We Donate 10% of Revenue, Not Just Profits
Engraved 4 Good donates 10% of total revenue, off the top, to local charities and food banks. Every engraved product you purchase helps support real families in our community.

USA and North American Materials Only
Starting in 2025, we have committed to sourcing only North American materials, prioritizing USA-made wood wherever possible. Our customers care about quality, ethics, and supporting domestic makers. We do too.

Custom Engraving with Meaning
We specialize in engraving that transforms everyday items into lifelong treasures. From personalized cutting boards featuring a loved one’s handwriting to town-inspired coaster sets and seasonal home décor, every piece reflects both your story and our unique style. Our personality comes through in the details, ensuring that no two creations ever feel alike. Crafted with care and precision, each item is designed to be as memorable as the moments it represents.

Have a custom idea not listed in our catalog? Let us know. Many of our favorite pieces began with a simple message: “Can you make this?”

Part of the Créé Brands Family

Engraved 4 Good is part of Créé Brands, our family office dedicated to building thoughtful, lasting businesses. Everything under the Créé name is guided by the same philosophy: create with purpose. We believe that running our group of diversified ventures with a centralized team of A-players allows us to pay our team properly, operate ethically, and create opportunities for growth and promotion from within. We will always put people before profit.

Family Owned, Purpose Led, and Ethical

Being family owned matters. We own 100% of our companies, which means our decisions are guided by values, not outside investors. Every piece we engrave is part of that commitment. It is more than a product; it is a keepsake, a story, and a way to give back.