Handprint Keepsakes Near Hickory, NC: Plates, Mugs & Ornaments You'll Keep Forever

Those tiny hands won't stay tiny for long. A handprint keepsake captures them exactly as they are today, on a plate, mug or ornament your family will use and treasure for years. At CREATIVE in Claremont, making one is easy, even with a wiggly toddler.

Our most-loved handprint keepsakes

• Handprint plates and platters. Add names, the year or a sweet message around the edge. Grandparents love these.
• Sibling dishes. Two or three little hands side by side, in each kid's favorite color.
• Heart dishes. A handprint inside a heart makes a perfect Valentine's or Mother's Day gift.
• Mugs. Dad's morning coffee just got a lot more meaningful.
• Ornaments. Make one every year and watch those hands grow on your tree.
• Santa cookie plates. Painted once, used every Christmas Eve.

How it works

Walk in anytime we're open, no reservation needed. Pick your piece, choose your colors, and our staff will help you press the perfect handprint (we've done thousands). We're happy to help with names and lettering for free. Then we glaze and kiln-fire your keepsake so it's permanent, food safe and won't fade. It's ready in about 7–10 days.

Tips for perfect prints

• Come when your little one is fed and rested. Morning visits are great for babies and toddlers.
• Bring a helper to hold and distract.
• Don't worry about a smudge. We can wipe it and try again.
• Plan gifts at least 10 days ahead.

For daycares, preschools and schools

We bring handprint keepsakes and clay hand impressions right to your center. They make a sweet gift for families and an easy fundraiser. See We Come to You.

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