From a Hobby to Something Real
It started with a cheap laser engraver and a stack of Christmas presents to make.
What began as HD Laser Designs — a home setup, a creative itch, and a lot of holiday gifting ambition — quietly grew into something more. One custom cutting board led to another. A personalized gift sparked a request from a friend. A friend told a friend. And somewhere along the way, a hobby became Portside Quackers.
We’re a small, at-home business with a big belief: quality handmade goods shouldn’t cost a fortune. Everything we make is crafted with care — laser-engraved keepsakes, custom apparel, 3D printed novelties — and we keep our prices accessible on purpose. That’s not an accident, it’s the whole point.
Because most of what we do is made to order, our ready-to-ship inventory stays intentionally small. What’s available in the shop reflects what we can make well with the materials on hand — and that changes as we work to keep costs (and prices) where they should be. If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, chances are we can make it. Just ask.