Frequently Asked Questions

How old does my child need to be before I can take a fingerprint?

The whorls (lines) on each person’s finger are very different and are not always well defined in younger babies. For this reason, here at Kiddi-Casts we like to wait until your baby about 12months old before we take an imprint. Otherwise, all you can be left with is an indent where the finger has been pressed. However if you do want a piece with a fingerprint we will take the print with no obligation. If your child does not give awell defined print we will discuss this with you before starting the manufacture process.

Fingerprints are determined by both age and genetics.

NB: This age limit refers to fingerprint pieces only, we can do hand and footprint pieces from any age.

How do you get a fingerprint onto the silver?
It is really very simple. We send you a Fingerprint Impression Kit which contains all the instructions and putty you need. There will be enough putty for two impressions. The blue and grey putty is mixed together until it is all blue, you then gently press the finger into the putty, this leaves a fingerprint impression that clearly shows all of the fine lines that form each person’s unique fingerprint. Within seconds it hardens to leave a mould of the fingerprint. You return this to us to complete the process. Your completed jewellery will then be returned to you within 28 days.

What is the difference between fine silver & sterling silver?
Sterling silver contains 92.5% silver, the rest being other metals added for strength. Fine silver is 99.9% silver & so much softer & will show 'wear & tear' marks on the surface much quicker than sterling silver would. All our fine silver pieces are stamped '999' - the mark for 99.9% fine silver. All our findings are sterling silver & are marked '925' by the manufacturer as confirmation of this.

What words can I have engraved?
All pieces can be personalised with the addition of words of your choice. Letters are hand-engraved the number of characters that can be added depends on the size of the item as well as the size of the prints - details are included on each product description & all engraving information is collected during checkout. There is not always room for writing on the front of a charm & if we feel we cannot fit the characters you have asked for on the front of a piece they will be hand engraved on the back.

Are all of the pieces handmade?
Yes, each piece is made by hand. Nothing is machine made, this ensures that every single item is unique; no two look the same. Unlike mass produced jewellery found in shops, each of Kiddi-Casts pieces has its own unique look, which one would expect with a handcrafted item.