Baby Gifts, Keepsakes and Casting Kits by Creative Casting

Its all about Mummy's

2012-01-27T14:20:00.000Z

With Mothers Day fast approaching we need to ensure that no mummy's are forgotten! It's our jobs as parents, Mothers and friends to remind all those new dads to be, new dads and the ones that forget Mothers Day. Its not just about buying the most expensive present that you can find, its about recognising the hard work that a Mother puts into life. Mothers are very special and its nice to let them know it once in a while. Its the small things that make us happy (ooh and the odd big thing too). Fathers Day one of the busiest times at Creative Casting yet Mothers Day is not so - this leads me to believe too many Men either forget or pop into the local petrol station and buy a bunch of flowers and a card. Its much nicer to receive a handmade card from your children and a present that you can see has had much thought gone into it. We've got some fantastic ideas that don't have to stretch the budget from just creating some footprints which you can add to a card to personalise right through to the beautiful fingerprint/babyprint jewellery. If you need some ideas please contact us and we can discuss your requirements.

Pets are part of the family

2012-01-25T11:02:00.000Z

Some will say an animal is just that but most would agree that they are part of the family ! Technology is moving so fast that we are able to create some beautiful momentos of our family to cherish for years to come. We've been asked frequently in the last year to help create some lasting memories of our pets and have as such created a range suitable to do just that. Our clay imprint range allows you to create a footprint of your animal in a super soft clay and either leave it natural or paint it. You can simply buy a pack of clay on its own or alternatively buy a framed kits so that your pet is never far from your sight. We can also create some beautiful pieces of silver imprint jewellery from noses to paws. We provide the necessary material to take the print and you post or email it back to us and we'll create a stunning 99.9% fine silver charm or pendant with your animals prints on. If you would like to discuss any requirements our Creative Designer is available to chat to on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the workshop.

Mothers Day Madness - Jewellery Sale

2012-01-24T10:17:00.000Z

We've gone crazy today and we've reduce selected jewellery by up to £10. Get those Mothers Day Gifts organised now. Offer on until the 30th January!

Our Creative Designer gets tested

2012-01-19T14:09:00.000Z

Our Creative Designer Gemma has her skills put to the test with a request for a drawing with quite complicated designs on it! She pondered somewhat but was very pleased with her result and the customer is too!

We will always look at a request and try our very best to produce a unique piece.

Can you guess what this is?

A Casting Mention in the Daily Express

2011-08-03T14:26:00.000+01:00

We've been lucky enough to be mentioned by some of our customers who have had various casts done by us or with our kits.

Harper Seven Beckham gets her hands and feet cast in gold

2011-08-01T20:33:00.000+01:00

David and Victoria Beckham are having Harper Seven's hands and feet cast in gold to capture this very special moment when she is so tiny and one they can cherish for many years to come. For those not wishing to spend £1,000 on their child's solid gold casts you can either have an approved caster come to your home with prices starting at £75 for a pair of feet painted gold or pick up one of our home casting kits from £44.95 plus postage online at www.creativecasting.co.uk.

3D Baby Casting Training Day

2011-07-08T13:48:00.001+01:00

Just preparing the workshop for the last training day before the summer holidays.

3D baby casting help - video now available!

2011-07-06T13:22:00.000+01:00

At last the first of our videos aimed at helping people you have bought one of our 3D baby casting kits is now available on YouTube.

There are more available on our channel with help in pouring the plaster & peeling away the alginate mould. We hope they help :-)

Win 2 tickets to The Scottish Baby Show.

2011-04-20T12:35:00.000+01:00

Enter our quick & easy competition on Facebook to win 2 tickets worth over £30 for The Scottish Baby show next weekend.

The competition closes on Thursday so be quick!

http://www.facebook.com/creativecastings

Facebook Giveaway - today only!

2011-04-05T09:22:00.001+01:00

Win an Inkless Imprint Kit

It's an easy question - just add your comment on our Facebook page & you're in with a chance!

Winners will be picked tomorrow morning, 9am :-)

http://www.facebook.com/creativecastings

Mother's Day Favourite

2011-04-01T17:40:00.000+01:00

Having finished all our Mother's Day orders I just wanted to share my favourite set of casts with you:

I'm sure there will be a very chuffed Mummy in this house on Sunday! Hope all you Mum's out there receive an equally personal gift from your children.

Pregnant Belly Casting - Myleene did it last week, would you?

2011-03-23T14:59:00.001Z

Well she sure made a mess! Why not have a go at one of our pregnant bump/belly casting kits & see if you can make less mess than Myleene! Bet her kitchen was expensive too ;-)

See our DIY belly casting kit range on our website:

http://www.creativecasting.co.uk/belly-casting-kits.html

Image courtesy of Twitter - follow Myleene on Twitter for more baby news over the coming weeks I'm sure - http://twitter.com/#!/KlassMyleene

Latest Baby Hand & Feet Casts

2011-03-16T14:54:00.000Z

A plaster hand & foot ready to start the bronzing process

A break from the workshop for me & just time to post a shot of one of the sets of baby casts I'm currently working on.

These plaster hand & foot casts are now steeped in silicone in preparation for being cast in solid bronze. Always nice to make these gifts, as the bronze casts have such weight & longevity.

Making lasting memories for people - I have a great job :-)

Plaster baby hand & foot impressions - new training course!

2011-03-04T12:14:00.001Z

New Plaster Outprint Course - Book Now!

Learn how to create beautiful keepsakes from baby's feet & hands with Jo & Julie. You have full use of their workshop facilities & access to their product range as well as their huge knowledge of the baby keepsake market.

The course is run in Farnham, Surrey & the first date is 22nd March 2010.

Why not join us & take your first step towards creating these unique baby keepsakes - the perfect part-time business for a working mum.

http://www.creativecasting.co.uk/baby-casting-training/plaster-impressions-training-march2011.html

Mothers Day is 3rd April - latest gift ideas

2011-03-01T11:12:00.001Z

Don't leave it too late to order your personalised gifts for Mother's Day

Take a look at our two latest gift ideas this week, now in our new online shop.

The first is our restyled personalised Mother's Day mug. Any name you like can be put on the front & a personal message on the back makes this a useful & meaningful gift for any Mum.

The second is this lovely glass block which you can also personalise to make your Mother's Day gift totally unique! At £14.95 & despatched within 1-2 days of order this is a great new gift idea.

See both these Mother's Day gifts in our redesigned online shop: http://www.creativecasting.co.uk/mothers-day-gifts.html

Don't leave it too late though - there are limited stocks, especially of the block.

The Sticky Fingers Gallery

2011-01-12T15:54:00.000Z

Having followed Tara on twitter for many months it felt time to revive the blog for 2011 with a comment on her fabulous gallery blog! Body parts is the theme & in my line of work I spend a lot of time getting close to other people's bodies so it's a theme close to my heart.

As a lifecaster I have been asked to cast all sorts of body parts as mementoes & my favourite (& most challenging!) is.... the hand!

Baby hands & feet casting is my main line of work & hands, being so tiny & fragile, can be tricky to perfect & so are particularly rewarding when they come out as perfect 3D replica's.
I cast hundreds of super cute baby hands each year - every one is munchable & the techniques we use give amazing detail.

Children & adults hands are beautiful in a different way. I like creating pairs of hands where there is a combination of old & young - the contrast in the skin is amazing. Wedding hands are another favourite - a great keepsake & done when you're hands & nails are probably at their best!

Unusual commissions (like the bird feeder hands!) set challenges that keep everyone at Creative Casting on their toes! I know you're thinking it - yes, some requests are 'below the waistline' but we would never disclose this information ;-)

The most sexy hands I can show you are the bronzed breast-hugging sort - the piece shown here is one of my favourites :-)

Well, I hope this blog post fits the bill for #the gallery & I hope those of you who have taken the time to have a look at my 'hands' have enjoyed my photos as much as I enjoyed creating the pieces.

3D Casting Service in Manchester courtesy of our Approved Casters

2010-09-14T18:58:00.001+01:00

Amanda & Jen are our Approved Casters for the Manchester, Altringham & Warrington areas.

With a studio in Altringham you can get them to create your 3D baby hands & feet castings in time for Christmas by booking a casting appointment now - http://www.creativecasting.co.uk/bespoke-casting-services.html

Amanda & Jen also offer our full range of baby footprint gifts - perfect as gifts for Grandparents.

Looking for silver fingerprint & baby hand/footprint jewellery? The girls can take your imprints in just a few minutes & your finished jewellery will be delivered to you 28 days later.

To book an appointment with any of our Approved Casters across the UK & Ireland, visit our website & complete the booking form:

http://www.creativecasting.co.uk/bespoke-casting-services.html

Our Summer holiday has just begun.....

2010-07-29T12:00:00.009+01:00

We'll be back on the 16th August but until then, any orders or enquires will be on hold so we can have a break & enjoy our children & the school holidays.

Many thanks,

Jo & Julie

We are closing this week for a little holiday

2010-07-27T10:30:00.000+01:00

Don't forget - any orders placed after 10am on Thursday 29th July will not be sent out until the week beginning 16th August.

Emails & messages will also be answered the week of the 16th August when we get back so please be patient - this is the first time we have closed for a holiday in 6 years!

Baby Casting training dates for November & December 2010

2010-07-26T18:29:00.001+01:00

Two places have already been booked so you'd better be quick & check out our baby casting training dates for November & December if you want training before the end of the year!

We cover all the basics of baby hand & feet casting as part of the days training as well as how to create footprint impressions in plaster.

For those interested in becoming an Approved Caster we touch on the additonal benefits on offer, such as silver fingerprint/baby print jewellery, inkless print kits & name frames as further selling opportunities.

We are actively looking for Approved Casters in the Midlands & many other areas of the UK so why not consider training with us & developing your own independant baby casting business with the support of the Creative Casting brand, knowledge & products.

Welcome to our Approved Casters

2010-07-14T11:39:00.002+01:00

Want to have your baby's feet cast locally? Why not contact us & arrange for one of our Approved Casters to create your 3D casts for you.

Our network of Approved Casters is growing all the time & the team either run studios or will offer home visits so you can arrange a casting session to suit you.

All our Approved Casters have been trained by Creative Casting & can offer the full range of Creative Casting products, including 3D hand & feet casts, plaster outprints, silver fingerprint & babyprint jewellery, footprint mugs & other personalised gifts.

Lynne (smiling above!) is our Sunderland Approved Caster & she runs a ceramic studio in Sunderland town centre. Lynne would be delighted to create your baby keepsake for you & you can contact her through the Creative Casting Website. We also have Approved Casters in:

MANCHESTER, ALTRINGHAM, STOCKPORT, OLDHAM, BOLTON, CREWE, WARRINGTON, SUNDERLAND, HARROGATE, SOUTHAMPTON, EDINBURGH, GLASGOW, MOTHERWELL, FALKIRK, KILMARNOCK, BOURNEMOUTH, BRIGHTON, FARNHAM, GUILDFORD, BASINGSTOKE, ALDERSHOT, PORTSMOUTH, SOUTHEND, CHELMSFORD, BISHOPS STORTFORD, LONDON E, N, NW, EC & WC, ILFORD, ROMFORD & ENFIELD.

To make an appointment with either Lynne or any other of our Approved Casters, contact us via the website & we will arrange for our nearest Approved Caster to contact you as quickly as possible.

Last chance to prebook a baby casting session

2010-05-18T15:58:00.000+01:00

Book now if you want to guarantee a casting session for your baby's hands or feet at this weekends Baby Show.

Slots are running out so please prebook or we may not fit you in.

You can book online at:

http://www.creative-casting.co.uk/the-baby-shows.htm

where you'll also find our free inkless footprint voucher. Print off & bring to the show & you can create a great keepsake or Father's Day gift from baby's hands & feet.

Casting Slots for The Baby Show going fast...

2010-05-04T13:42:00.000+01:00

The NEC Baby Show is on its way at the end of this month & as usual we are taking bookings for 3D casting sessions at the show.

Several slots have already gone so if you are thinking of having us create these amazing keepsakes for you at the show, do take advantage of the advance booking discount of £10 & secure your session before they sell out.

Prices start at £65 for 2 feet of a baby under 1 year old with frames available to buy on the day.

Book now at http://www.creative-casting.co.uk/the-baby-shows.htm & print the voucher for a free inkless footprint while you're there!

New discounts on baby casting kits - personalised gifts at a great price!

2010-04-22T08:55:00.000+01:00

Over 15% off square frame casting kits

Grab a baby casting kit complete with an 8"x8" square frame while stocks last! The kit is a great new baby gift idea & includes everything a parent needs to make up to 8 3D replicas of baby's hands or feet.

See the discounted range of baby casting kits now on our special offer page.

Baby Print jewellery from baby's inkless footprints

2010-04-08T18:24:00.000+01:00

One of my favourite baby gifts from the website are these personalised silver baby print charms & pendants.
Created by taking baby's prints using our mess free inkless print kit & transferring the miniaturised prints onto fine silver. Below gives you an idea of the piece we can create for you from a set of baby footprints.

This fine silver dogtag pendant has been created as an alternative to silver fingerprint jewellery as the child was under 1 year old. The Baby Prints range is great for this - fingerprints generally don't develop until at least 1 year & can still be very feint.

Prices start at £50 for a Baby Prints charm - take a look at the full Silver Fingerprint & Baby Print Jewellery Range.