How much milk is needed?
Please send approx. 20 ml of breast milk in a breast milk bag. This amount is enough to make several individual pieces of jewellery for you.
Does the milk have to be fresh?
It doesn't matter whether the milk has been freshly pumped or already frozen - both are suitable without any problems.
Frozen breast milk should be thawed completely and gently before despatch.
How do I send in my milk, strand of hair or umbilical cord?
Breast milk:
Please fill approx. 20 ml of breast milk into a breast milk bag and place this in a second bag for additional safety (bag-in-bag principle).
Send the sample in a padded envelope - a parcel is not required. We recommend shipping with shipment tracking.
If the milk was frozen, it must be completely defrosted before despatch and then double-packed.
If you don't have any breast milk bags, you can order a shipping set for €9. This contains two breast milk bags and a padded envelope and will be sent to you within a few days.
Hair Strand:
Please place the strand of hair carefully between paper (e.g. cosmetic tissues, napkins or aluminium foil) so that it remains protected and does not become electrostatically charged.
For a particularly harmonious result, we recommend a strand of hair that is as long and fine as possible (from approx. 2 cm).
Umbilical cord:
The umbilical cord can be sent in a small, clean plastic bag.
We recommend keeping a small piece (approx. 1 cm) as a personal memento.
Dried flowers
Please ship protected between sturdy cardboard layers.
You can either send in your own special flowers (e.g. bridal bouquet) or choose a colour scheme and we will work with our carefully selected dried flowers.
Textiles
Please send in cleanly wrapped in paper, plastic or aluminium foil.
Please enclose a note with your full name and order number with your consignment. with.
If you have specific wishes, you can also enclose a sketch or a reference photo. These will serve as a guide for your individual piece of jewellery.
Each piece of jewellery is carefully handcrafted and is unique - no two pieces are identical, as every memory is unique.
Can breast milk jewellery change?
Before processing, the breast milk is stabilised in a multi-stage, specialised preservation process.
The finished jewellery is odourless, durable and cannot become mouldy or develop unpleasant changes.
As it is a natural material, soft colour nuances can occur depending on the individual composition - from cream to slightly yellowish to delicate bluish tones.
These natural differences make each piece of jewellery truly unique.
Slight changes in colour over time are possible due to the material, despite careful processing.
Does the milk go bad during transport?
Breast milk can withstand shipping for several days without any problems.
Although it is no longer suitable for consumption, it is still fully usable for jewellery production.
Why do the pieces of jewellery have different colours?
Every breast milk has a unique composition.
This is reflected in the colour of the finished piece of jewellery.
All pieces are unique and may differ slightly from the sample images.
What can I do if I can't express milk?
Breast milk can be collected over several days.
If expressing is difficult, gentle stroking during or after breastfeeding can also help. It also often works after a warm shower or bath.
Can I use frozen breast milk?
Yes, frozen breast milk is ideal.
Please allow them to thaw completely before despatch and then pack them securely in double breast milk bags.
How durable is the jewellery?
The jewellery is highly stable and can be compared with solid, high-quality synthetic resin.
The durability of the individual components (chains, settings, rings) depends on the respective material.
How long does the production take?
The production time is approx. 9 to 12 weeks after receipt of your materials.
Each piece of jewellery is lovingly handcrafted and undergoes individual drying and hardening processes.
This time is necessary to ensure the highest quality and a lasting aesthetic result 🙂
Can I return my jewellery?
As each piece of jewellery is individually made for you, returns and exchanges are generally excluded.
Small irregularities, minimal air bubbles or natural structures are part of the handcrafted process and emphasise the unique character of each individual piece of jewellery.
If your piece of jewellery arrives damaged, please contact me directly. I will check the case and - if there is a manufacturing defect or transport damage - will repair or replace the affected item free of charge.
If a production part is damaged and needs to be returned, you are welcome to send it to me. I will inspect the item and replace the part if necessary. This service is free of charge for you. Only The customer bears the shipping costs and the shipping risk for the outward and return shipment.
How should I care for my jewellery?
To preserve the beauty of your piece of jewellery in the long term, please observe the following instructions:
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Do not wear when showering, bathing, in the sauna or doing sport
- Avoid contact with perfume, creams and cleaning agents
- Clean only with a soft, dry cloth
With careful care, your piece of jewellery will last for many years - as a timeless reminder of a special moment in your life
Do you have more questions? Send me a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
