The Midwinter Stag – Solas is Sìth Glass Plaque, A Hand-Engraved Symbol of Light and Peace

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The Story Behind the Design

At the turning of the year, when daylight feels scarce, the stag lifts his antlers toward a winter sun woven from snowflakes and leaves. Between the curves of his crown, a symbol of Solas is Sìth — Light and Peace — reminds us of renewal, calm, and the slow return of warmth.

This piece draws on the rhythm of the Gaelic seasons and the quiet resilience of Scotland’s hills in midwinter. Designed as both artwork and message, it offers stillness and hope when the world grows dark.

What Makes It Special

A hand-drawn design inspired by creatures and stories from Scotland’s rich folklore.
Traditional sandblasting lends depth and definition to expressive, story-led linework.
Thoughtfully crafted to balance symbolism, atmosphere and gentle imagination.
A meaningful gift for lovers of folklore, storytelling and quiet enchantment.
Engraved to order in our Fife studio, each piece prepared with care.

A subtle tribute to the tales that linger in our landscapes.

Perfect For

Fans of Scottish folklore and storytelling
Atmospheric gifts with meaning
Birthdays with a touch of magic
Moments shaped by myth and imagination

Engraving & Personalisation

Maximum characters: 30

Complimentary engraving includes up to 30 characters placed on the same side as the design. We always aim for a layout that balances beautifully and suits the shape of the glass, but final positioning is at the discretion of the studio.

If you'd like to go beyond the complimentary allowance, additional characters are charged at 30p each. Contact Us for more details.

Before engraving begins, you’ll receive an email with a digital proof of your layout. Please check all spelling, dates, names, punctuation, and design placement carefully.

As each piece is engraved to your specification, personalised orders cannot be returned once artwork has been approved.

The Art of Gifting

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Add contrast and character with a different glass style, thoughtfully chosen to complete the occasion.
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The Perfect Pairing
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Beautifully Presented, Thoughtfully Chosen

Protective Supplier Packaging

This piece is securely packed in a plain protective box for safe delivery, ready to gift, or upgrade to one of our presentation options for an extra-special touch.

Satin Lined Presentation Box

For an extra-special touch, upgrade to our satin-lined presentation box, perfect for milestone occasions and meaningful moments.

Gift Wrapping Service

Make gifting effortless with our bespoke gift wrapping service, beautifully finished and ready to delight.

Myths, Legends & Lore

Where old stories find a new place in glass

Our Myths, Legends & Lore collection brings Scotland’s folklore to life through subtle, expressive engraving. Each piece is inspired by tales that have travelled through generations.

Drawn from oral tradition, winter folklore and the creatures of Scottish imagination, these designs balance symbolism with restraint. From kelpies to unicorns and the shadows of the Angel’s Share, every engraving honours stories that linger in our landscapes. Created with a light touch and a respect for origin, each piece offers a quiet connection to the myths that shape our sense of place.

Traditional Sandblast Engraving

For over four decades, every glass that leaves our studio has been engraved using a time-honoured sandblasting technique, a craft rooted in precision, patience, and the belief that meaningful gifts deserve more than a quick machine-made mark. Unlike surface printing or shallow laser etching, sandblast engraving cuts softly into the glass to create a deep, permanent finish with a beautifully tactile feel. It’s the reason our designs look crisp from every angle and remain flawless for a lifetime.

Artwork Refined With Care

Your chosen design or personalisation is transformed into precise vector artwork, a format that captures every fine line, curve, and serif. This allows us to prepare an engraving layout that balances perfectly on the shape of the glass. Whether it’s a portrait, a crest, or a message, every element is positioned by hand to ensure it sits naturally within the piece.
Creating the Single-Use Stencil

The artwork is then transferred onto a specialist stencil using UV exposure. Each stencil is created for one single engraving only, never reused, which means the edges remain sharp and the details stay crisp. The stencil is carefully hand-applied and burnished onto the glass to protect every area that should remain clear.
Hand-Engraved Using Fine Aluminium Oxide

The glass is taken into the blasting cabinet, where a controlled stream of fine aluminium oxide gently cuts into the exposed areas of the surface. This stage is done entirely by hand, allowing us to deepen lines, soften shading, and shape textures in a way machines simply cannot replicate. Each piece takes time — but the result is unmistakable: a smooth satin finish with real depth and character.
Finishing, Polishing & Inspection

Once engraved, the stencil is removed and the glass is thoroughly cleaned and polished to reveal the final detail. Every piece is then checked for balance, clarity, depth and alignment. Only when it meets our studio’s standards is it gift-boxed and ready to become part of someone’s story.

Sandblast engraving has been at the heart of our work since 1982. It remains the most beautiful and enduring method of personalising glass, a blend of heritage craft and modern precision. From small keepsakes to intricate commissions, every piece is made by hand, one at a time, from our studio in Fife.

Please note: Some photos include whisky bottles or styling props for context. These are not included unless explicitly stated. Your purchase is for the engraved glassware only.

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The Midwinter Stag – Solas is Sìth Glass Plaque, A Hand-Engraved Symbol of Light and Peace