Fingerprint Impression Kit Types
Not sure which impression kit to choose?
Not to worry, here is an explanation of both the wax and moulding impression kits, plus some pros and cons of each to help you decide.
Wax Impression Kit
The OG kit was created to capture your loved one’s unique fingerprint. This kit uses (you guessed it!) wax balls to create an impression of a fingerprint.
Pros:
- You have more of a hand in the final look of your pendant. Your pendant will be a direct replica of your wax ball once it has been cast.
- If you mess up the first time, you can reheat the wax ball and try again as many times as you need to (or for as long as your loved one is willing).
Cons:
- To create your impression pieces, I use a method called lost wax casting, where your wax impression is encased in an investment mould. The wax is then melted away or “lost”, leaving a perfect replica space for the precious metal to flow into. This means that once your pendant has been cast, there is no reclaiming your wax impression, it is gone forever, and therefore so will your pendant should you misplace it.
- Some people find it tricky to heat the wax balls up to the right temperature to work with.
Mould Impression Kit
In this kit you get a two-part silicone moulding material to create your very own keepsake mould. The mould you create will be used to “lift” the fingerprint of your loved one, where it is then applied to a wax ball (created by me). I will then return your mould for your safekeeping along with your finished piece.
Pros:
- You get to keep your mould forever. Therefore, should you misplace your pendant you can simply send the mould back to me to have a replacement piece made.
- If you’re looking for a pendant shaped like the images in the listing, I can make sure that your pendant is as round as possible.
Cons:
- You have less control over what your pendant looks like, as I will be the one transferring your pet’s impression onto your pendant.
- The putty cures fairly quickly, so you need to work fast. You may only have enough time attempt your fingerprint impression once. If you’re not happy with the impression, or if your mould sets before you get the chance to use it, you will need to have a replacement kit sent out at an additional cost.
FAQ
I ordered the moulding impression kit, but my impressions aren’t good enough. Can I exchange it for a wax kit?
The moulding kit is unfortunately non-refundable once the putty has been used. If you would like a wax kit instead, you can purchase one for an additional cost.
Can the mould kit be used for multiple necklaces?
Yes, absolutely! One of the advantages of the two-part silicone mould kit is that the mould can be used multiple times, allowing you to create additional pieces in the future from the same impression.
Reusing your mould
Unless requested otherwise, your mould will always be returned to you along with your finished jewellery so that you can keep it safely for future use.
This means you can later choose to create:
- Additional necklaces or pendants
- Matching pieces for family members
- Different jewellery styles using the same impression mould, e.g. rings or cufflinks
I’ve lost my impression pendant, can you make me a new one?
The answer to this depends on which kit you purchased. If you purchased the wax kit, I am unfortunately not able to recreate your pendant. However, if you purchased the mould kit, and you still have your mould, I can recreate your pendant for you.
