Turning 'What If' into 'How To'
We specialize in building the things you can't find in a store.

From One-of-a-Kind to Professional Batches

Your brand isn't generic, so why should your tap handle be? At Purple Shark Designs, we thrive on niche challenges. We provide custom fabrication for individuals and industry pros alike—specializing in small-batch production (1 to 50 units) where detail is everything. If you’ve been told it can’t be done, or you just want something no one else has, let's build it.

Lighted beer tap handle for brewery in Schenectady, NY
Lighted beer tap handle for brewery in Schenectady, NY

Bridging the Gap Between 'What If' and 'Here It Is.'

When the Tagabrew Ohio Trail team came to me, they had a massive dream: a way to gamify the brewery experience across the entire state. They needed a partner who could take a rough concept and turn it into a precision-engineered reality. We designed and fabricated the interactive Ohio display, where visitors collect letters at breweries to complete their sign. It wasn't just about cutting wood; it was about executing a vision that connects beer lovers across the state to the craft breweries that call Ohio home.

Ohio on Tap TagaBrew Trail promotional sign
Ohio on Tap TagaBrew Trail promotional sign

From Heritage Staves to Signature Awards

When prestige brands require a physical touch that honors their history, they look for materials with a story. Whether it’s reclaiming authentic flavoring staves for custom awards or crafting detailed tags for world-class tournaments, we bring a level of finish that commands respect. For high-profile events, we provide on-site reliability and precision that ensures the brand’s legacy is always represented with excellence.

Sampling of products and idea samples created for Maker's Mark
Sampling of products and idea samples created for Maker's Mark
Bottle tag for the Memorial's Maker's Mark bottles
Bottle tag for the Memorial's Maker's Mark bottles