Product Description
Handwritten Recipe Platter
Create a custom serving platter using a handwritten recipe or other source material.
We can work from handwritten recipe cards or personal letters, typewritten recipes, cookbook pages, newspaper clippings, photographs, and other antique materials to create a personalized platter for serving or display.
From the source material that you provide, we carefully isolate and restore the original handwriting and other content. This allows the finished design to retain the characteristics of the original material, while producing a crisp result that looks as if it was written directly onto the platter.
— • HOW TO ORDER • —
1. Submit Your Recipe
Please provide a clear photograph or scan of the recipe that you would like to use along with any other source material that you would like to include. You can submit your source materials using any of the following methods: sending the files via email to support@keepsakecharm.com, sending the files via text message to (859) 685-5191, sending the files via direct upload to our the product page, or uploading the files to our File Submission Portal. You can send your files to us using any of these methods and we will send you a confirmation message verifying that we have received your files. You only need to use one of these methods to send your files to us. Rest assured that once we receive your files, they will be added to your project folder for our Design team to work from. If you have any questions regarding the file submission process, your particular files, or the design process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
• Uploading files via the product page.
To send us the via upload to the product page, first navigate to the product page for the platter that you would like to purchase. Once on the page there will be a form field where you can upload the source files for your order. If you have multiple pages, please upload them individually using the add files button. After uploading your files, add the item to your cart and proceed to checkout.
• Sending the files via email.
To send us the files via email, please email us at our email address: support@keepsakecharm.com. Once we receive your message, we will send you a confirmation email to verify that we have received your files.
• Sending the files via text message
To send us the files via text message, please message us at (859)685-5191. Once we receive your text message, we will send you a confirmation message to verify that we have received your files
• Sending the files via upload on our File Submission Portal.
Visit the File Submission Portal here. Use the file input to add files. Upload all of the files associated with your order. Please include your name, email address, or order number in the Project Notes. Add the File Input item to your cart and proceed to checkout. File submission is free so you will not be charged and no payment information will be collected.
If you are unsure whether your recipe or other source material is suitable, you may send it for review. You can also send us notes regarding your custom design if you have specific preferences. These notes will be added to your project folder for our Design Team to review and incorporate into your custom platter. We send a proof for each and every order to ensure that you are 100% satisfied with your final design before we begin production.
2. We Prepare the Original Artwork
For handwritten recipes or other source material, we carefully isolate the handwriting from the original paper and restore it as needed for reproduction. Depending on the condition of the source material, this may include removing or reducing:
Recipe-card lines
Paper backgrounds
Unwanted borders
Printed graphics
Stains or discoloration
Other distracting background elements
Our goal is to create clean artwork while retaining the recognizable characteristics of the original handwriting. If there are specific elements from the original card that you want to keep, please let us know when submitting your recipe. Once the artwork is prepared, we arrange it specifically for the platter using the design you have selected and notes regarding the composition. Because recipes vary greatly in length, handwriting size, orientation, and source material, each layout is adjusted individually. Text size, spacing, placement, photographs, and additional design elements may be modified to create a balanced composition. If your recipe is written on more than one page or on both sides of a recipe card, we can combine the separate images into a single design. We frequently use content from multiple source materials to create a final composition.
3. Review Your Digital Proof
A digital mockup of your platter will be provided for review before production via email. You can also provide us a telephone number in the Project Notes if you would like us to send your proof via text message. The proof allows you to check the overall layout and make sure the recipe and any photographs or other requested elements are positioned appropriately and that you are pleased with the overall design. Production begins after the design has been approved.
4. Your Custom Platter Is Produced
After proof approval, your personalized platter is made to order using the finalized artwork and shipped to the address that you selected when you placed your order. Once your platter is shipped, you will be provided a tracking number via email automatically. You can also check the status of your order at any time on your orders or receipt page. Please contact us with any questions about shipping dates or delivery timelines.
— • PLATTER SPECIFICATIONS • —
Size: 10" x 14"
Shape: Oval serving platter
Material: Durable BPA-free resin
Finish: Satin
Food safe
Dishwasher safe
Microwave safe
Oven safe up to 250°F to 275°F for 60 minutes or less
Permanent printed design
Lightweight and durable
Suitable for serving or display
Not ceramic
Made in the USA
The resin construction provides a lighter and more durable alternative to a ceramic platter while still creating a finished piece suitable for both display and everyday serving.
— • IMAGE QUALITY RECOMMENDATIONS • —
For the best results, photograph or scan the recipe:
In bright, even lighting
As straight-on as possible
At the highest available resolution
With the entire recipe visible
Without fingers or objects covering the writing
Without strong glare or shadows
Older or damaged originals do not need to be perfect. If you are uncertain about your image, send it for review before or after ordering.
— • DESIGN AND COLOR INFORMATION • —
Each platter is designed according to the source material provided, so text placement and sizing will vary from one order to another. Screen and monitor settings can cause colors to appear slightly different from the finished product.
Wood grain, glitter, metallic effects, and other textures shown within a design are printed faux finishes.
These effects are not actual wood, glitter, metal, or dimensional materials.
Minor production variations may occur as part of the custom printing process.
— • MADE IN THE USA • —
The platter, materials, design work, and production are Made in the USA. Each piece is individually designed from the source material you provide and produced after your final proof has been approved.
