Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Labels that don't erase, 1 by happgarden

happgarden wrote:
The other way I engrave metal tags is with the dremel engraver.
The Dremel Electric Engraver Rotary Tool comes supplied with a carbide point tip that lets you engrave many common surfaces, as well as a template to help engrave letters and numbers. A stroke-adjustment dial regulates engraving depth from fine lines to deep grooves, while a soft grip improves user comfort and control. The are 20 dollars at home depot.

I don't use the templates but just 'write' the name of the plant on the tag using this tool. My writing is not the greatest but the tag is permanent and I can read it.

Hope this helps and I have answered a few questions.