Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience, and I understand that making decisions in the midst of grief can feel overwhelming. When it comes to creating a meaningful piece of memorial jewellery, there is no rush—you can take all the time you need to decide on your perfect keepsake. The most important step is simply ensuring you have a high-quality print taken while you can.

Ordering a Print Kit – The First and Most Important Step

To keep all options open for memorial fingerprint, handprint, or footprint jewellery, I always recommend ordering a Fingerprint Kit and a Handprint Kit as soon as possible. These specially designed kits provide the best chance of capturing clear, detailed prints, which is essential for creating deeply personal, high-quality jewellery.

Some funeral directors may automatically take an ink or scanned print of your loved one. While these can occasionally be used for jewellery, they don’t always offer the same clarity and definition as those taken with my dedicated kits. By using the correct materials, you’ll be ensuring that every unique detail of your loved one’s fingerprint or handprint is preserved in the highest possible quality.

Why Print Detail Can Vary

It’s important to know that print quality can be affected by several factors, including:

• Time since passing – The sooner a print is taken, the more defined the detail is likely to be.
• Medical treatments – Certain treatments, such as chemotherapy, can affect skin texture and print clarity.
• Age – The depth and visibility of fingerprint ridges naturally vary depending on a person’s age.

By using my specially designed kits, you can ensure the best possible print quality, maximising the detail that can be captured in your jewellery.

Take Your Time – I Am Here When You’re Ready

Once you have the prints safely taken, there is no rush to place your jewellery order. Grief is a personal journey, and I want you to feel completely comfortable when making your decision. Whether you want to place your order right away or wait weeks, months, or even years, your loved one’s prints will be safely stored until you are ready.

When the time feels right, simply get in touch, and I will guide you through the options for creating a truly personal and sentimental piece of handmade memorial jewellery.

If you need any advice about capturing prints or have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to help you every step of the way.