I want to etch a sentimental paper receipt into "something" to display and give it as a gift. Possible?

Question

I recieved a gift years ago of a baby photo etched into metal and I wanted to do something similar with the reciept but have no idea where to start.

Answer 1

If you want to do it all yourself you can scan it, mirror it, print it onto transfer paper ( you usually need a laserjet for this) iron that onto a type of metal, and then either do a chemical etch or an electroetch. See for more details http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Saltwater-etch-process/ and http://steampunkworkshop.com/altoid-etch.shtml

Answer 2

Consider decopage. Preserving the paper receipt by sealing it onto a piece of wood.

Answer 3

Yellow pages; photo engravers. Or trophy shop.