Glass vs Plaster: Which Baby Cast Material Should You Choose?

Two beautiful materials, each with its own story, texture, and emotion

Choosing a baby cast is a deeply personal decision — and choosing the material is just as meaningful. Both glass and plaster create beautiful, timeless keepsakes, but each one tells a slightly different story.

Some families are drawn to the soft purity of plaster. Others fall in love with the luminous, sculptural quality of glass. There’s no right or wrong choice — only the material that feels most aligned with your home, your style, and the moment you want to preserve.

Here’s a gentle guide to help you decide.

🌿 Glass Baby Casts: Luminous, modern, and full of emotion

Glass casts have a quiet magic to them. They feel light, elegant, and almost ethereal — perfect for families who love a modern, design‑led aesthetic.

Why families choose glass:

• Luminous detail — glass catches the light beautifully, highlighting every curve and crease.

• Modern and sculptural — perfect for contemporary homes.

• Ideal for siblings — glass looks stunning in framed sets, especially with hands held together.

• A sense of purity — the transparency feels gentle and symbolic, like capturing a moment suspended in time.

Your framed photo of siblings holding hands in glass is the perfect example — it feels tender, artistic, and full of connection.

Glass is especially beautiful for:

• newborn hands

• siblings holding hands

• milestone pieces

• families who love minimalist interiors

🌿 Plaster Baby Casts: Soft, classic, and beautifully detailed

Plaster has a timeless quality — warm, matte, and incredibly detailed. It captures the softness of early life with remarkable precision, making it a favourite for newborns.

Why families choose plaster:

• Soft, natural texture — perfect for tiny hands and feet.

• Classic and elegant — suits every home style.

• Beautiful framed pieces — especially when paired with neutral mounts.

• Incredible detail — plaster records even the smallest wrinkles and curves.

Your framed plaster hands and feet photo is a perfect example — gentle, pure, and beautifully sentimental.

Plaster is especially loved for:

• newborns

• first‑year milestones

• classic framed keepsakes

• families who prefer a soft, traditional look

🌿 Which Material Should You Choose?

Both materials are beautiful — but they create very different moods.

Choose glass if you want:

• a modern, luminous finish

• a sculptural, artistic feel

• a piece that catches the light

• a contemporary look for your home

• a stunning sibling piece

Choose plaster if you want:

• a soft, classic finish

• a traditional newborn keepsake

• a warm, matte texture

• a timeless framed display

• the most delicate detail possible

Many families love both — choosing plaster for newborn casts and glass for sibling or milestone pieces.

🌿 A Calm, Gentle Process for Both Materials

Regardless of the material you choose, the casting process is the same:

• your baby’s hand or foot is placed into a soft, skin‑safe mould

• the mould sets within minutes

• the cast is poured, refined, and finished by hand

• the piece is framed or mounted to suit your home

Every detail is crafted with care, ensuring your keepsake feels as special as the moment it represents.

🌿 A Keepsake That Reflects Your Family’s Style

Whether you choose the soft purity of plaster or the luminous beauty of glass, your cast becomes a piece of your family’s story — something to treasure long after the newborn days have passed.

If you’d like help choosing the perfect material for your casting, I’m always here to guide you.