Meet Kelly Romano — the hands, heart, and hustle behind KR Custom Designs.

What started as a creative outlet in her Dayton, Ohio workshop quickly grew into a full-scale laser engraving and custom gift studio, trusted by real estate professionals, lenders, event planners, and local gift-givers across the Midwest.

Kelly’s signature process blends artisan craftsmanship with precision technology — using her Xtool P2S laser engraver to transform solid wood boards, glassware, and home essentials into personalized keepsakes that carry meaning, memory, and brand identity. Each piece is designed, engraved, and hand-finished in-house, giving clients the confidence that every order meets her exacting standards of quality and care.

From custom charcuterie boards and engraved glass sets to realtor closing gifts, corporate gifting collections, and personalized home goods.

Kelly’s mission is simple: “help people and businesses give with purpose.”

Whether it’s a mortgage closing in Cincinnati, a wedding celebration in Columbus, or a corporate thank-you in downtown Dayton, K&R Custom Designs delivers more than a gift — it delivers connection.

Because when something’s made by hand, it’s remembered by heart.