At Vern Makes, we believe the most meaningful sympathy gifts are the ones that tell a story. Nestled in the heart of handcraft tradition, we create custom handmade pens and wooden gifts built to last a lifetime — but what truly sets us apart is something far more personal.
Our most cherished offering is a one-of-a-kind sympathy gift: custom handmade pens crafted from the clothing and belongings of your loved ones. Whether it’s a favorite flannel shirt, a beloved tie, or a treasured keepsake, we carefully transform those precious materials into a beautiful, functional pen that keeps their memory close.
Every time you pick it up to write, sign your name, or simply hold it in your hand, you carry a piece of them with you. Because some memories deserve more than a photograph — they deserve to be held.

Custom handmade pens created with fabric or other materials from loved ones' clothing or belongings make for unique sympathy gifts.
Hello, I am Vern and I make things. Mostly pens, but you will find wooden things for the kitchen and jewelry sometimes.