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Here is every step, so there are no surprises on the day.

  1. Gold cast of a baby's hand and foot on a blush mat, lettered Katherine, 7 months

    Step 1 of 5

    Inquire and book

    Send me your name, your phone number, the casting you would like and your preferred date. Email is optional. For a placenta casting I also need your due date and your hospital or birth facility.

    A 30% non-refundable booking deposit holds your date. Appointments can be rescheduled with at least 48 hours' notice, and the deposit transfers to one new appointment date. For belly and placenta castings I can be more flexible, since labor and delivery dates are unpredictable.

    • 30% deposit holds your date
    • Reschedule with 48 hours' notice
  2. Two tiny baby fists cast in silver, standing on a slice of wood under a glass dome

    Step 2 of 5

    Before your session

    For a baby casting, dress your baby in something comfortable and easy to remove or adjust, such as a onesie or a footless outfit.

    For hand and family castings, avoid tight sleeves, watches and bracelets around the hands and wrists, and wear sleeves that roll up easily.

    Come comfortable and relaxed. I'll guide you through the process and make sure you are ready for your session.

    • Wear something comfortable
    • No watches or bracelets
  3. Maray in her apron guiding two hands into a bowl of alginate at a casting session

    Step 3 of 5

    The casting

    I position your hands, feet or belly and apply the molding material to capture every detail.

    Hands stay in the alginate for about 30 to 60 seconds, until it has set and the hands are ready to come out of the mold.

    • Molded in alginate
    • 30 to 60 seconds to set
  4. Frame corner samples stacked on a black board: cream, gold, silver, black, cherry and ornate mouldings

    Step 4 of 5

    Finishing

    A variety of mat board colors and frame options are yours to choose from during your session. I bring all the samples with me. See the finishes

    A name plate is included with every frame. An acrylic name finish is available at an extra charge.

    • I bring every sample
    • Name plate included
  5. Gold casts of a baby's hands and feet in a white shadow box, with the name Ryla and One Year lettered in gold

    Step 5 of 5

    Your piece comes home

    All frames and hand sculptures take about 2 to 4 weeks.

    Pickup or delivery, whichever you prefer.

    • Ready in 2 to 4 weeks
    • Pickup or delivery

Ready when you are

Send a few details and I'll reach out to you within 24 hours.