Student travels from Germany to attend 3D Casting Training

STUDENT TRAVELS FROM GERMANY TO ATTEND 3D CASTING WORKSHOP

Jennifer didn’t just happen to be in the UK; she deliberately chose to travel from Germany to attend my keepsake training workshops at Precious Memories. Out of many options across Europe, she selected my courses. Why?

Like many mothers worldwide, Jennifer found herself at a crossroads after having children. She was searching for a meaningful, flexible career that aligned with her family life. Jennifer wanted something that allowed her to be creative, work on her terms, and bring joy to others.

This aspiration is part of a growing trend. In 2023, the UK saw a record number of women starting businesses. Over 164,000 new female-founded companies were created—a 13% increase from the previous year. This surge reflects a broader movement of women seeking autonomy and fulfillment through entrepreneurship.

At Precious Memories, Jennifer immersed herself in one-to-one workshops. She learned skills like 3D baby casting, 2D impressions, belly bump casting, and silver jewellery making. These sessions not only teach unique crafts but also prepare participants to start their own keepsake businesses, both in the UK and abroad.

The appeal of this training lies in its flexibility. With rising childcare costs and a desire for work-life balance, many mothers are turning to home-based businesses. Studies show that nearly two-thirds of mothers with children under ten are considering starting a business from home, driven by the need for flexibility and financial viability.

Jennifer’s journey highlights the possibilities that open up when one takes a leap of faith. If you’re contemplating a new direction that combines creativity, flexibility, and the joy of preserving precious memories, maybe it’s time to consider what Precious Memories has to offer.

Learn the Skills to Make Fingerprint jewellery

ennifer began her journey by learning to create bespoke silver fingerprint jewellery—a timeless keepsake that preserves a loved one’s unique prints in high-quality silver pieces.

Throughout her training, Jennifer focused on mastering various techniques to make a range of keepsakes. These included fingerprint pendants, charm bracelets, keyrings, and silver dog tags. She also learned how to create baby handprint and footprint jewellery, along with pet print jewellery. Both are incredibly popular with parents and pet owners who want to preserve a special moment forever.

Each piece is handcrafted using precious metal clay, then professionally finished and polished to a high standard. This ensures that every keepsake is not only beautiful but meaningful—a true heirloom in the making.

3D LifeCasting Training

The next part of Jennifer’s training focused on 3D baby casting, one of the most sought-after workshops at Precious Memories. This training is in high demand worldwide, with students travelling from all corners of the globe. They can choose from flexible options—whether it’s a 1-day, 2-day, or 3-day workshop—tailored to suit their individual needs.

With over 20 years of experience creating 3D castings, I bring expert knowledge to every workshop. A key part of the training is teaching students how to avoid common mistakes and resolve issues as they arise. Since Jennifer had travelled all the way from Germany, I made it a priority to ensure she left the workshop fully prepared to handle any challenges she might face when returning home.

Jennifer shared, “The 3D casting workshop exceeded my expectations. I not only gained technical skills, but also the confidence to tackle any challenges when working with clients. Practicing on real babies was invaluable—it gave me the hands-on experience I needed to feel fully ready to start my own business back in Germany.”

The 3D casting training also offers extensive practical experience. Local parents from Dorset bring their babies to the studio, allowing students to practice in real-life scenarios. This hands-on approach ensures that each student is fully equipped to create stunning 3D baby hand and foot castings—keepsakes that families will treasure for years.

2D IMPRESSION TRAINING

The next part of Jennifer’s training focused on 2D baby, child, and pet impression training—an ideal complement to 3D casting. While 3D casting often gets more attention, 2D impressions are an excellent product to learn, especially if you want to cater to both human and pet markets. This technique is popular for capturing handprints, footprints, and paw prints from dogs, cats, rabbits, and even horses.

Though 2D casting may appear simpler than 3D, it requires skill, practice, and attention to detail. Achieving perfect, lasting impressions is key to creating beautiful keepsakes. These personalised pieces become treasured memories for families and pet owners alike, lasting for years to come.

3D FAMILY CASTING TRAINING

The final part of Jennifer’s training focused on creating family castings, an advanced technique popular in the United Kingdom. Family castings capture the hands or feet of multiple family members in unique poses, such as linked hands or even someone holding a cricket ball. These complex designs are highly sought after by clients seeking bespoke family keepsakes.

Mastering these advanced casting skills enables students to offer personalised family keepsakes that reflect the unique bond between family members. As family castings gain popularity in the UK, it will be interesting to see if this trend catches on in Germany, where families may also want to preserve their connections in such a meaningful way.