One of the best ways to honor the memory of someone is by handing out thoughtful tokens at a service. It doesnt have to be anything big or extravagant - just a small item that reminds us of the love ...
Wouldnt this DIY lily backdrop make any memorial more gorgeous? I imagine how it would gently sway in the breeze, adding movement and a sense of lightness. Here are the DIY instructions as they appea...
Vintage keys as remembrance favors (from Bustled Events)Its my goal to make death pretty again. And I believe memorials deserve to be as beautifully styled as any wedding. Like a wedding, memorials a...
When someone leaves us, where do they go? What images of this Other Place console us? For me, its often something that evokes a romantic and wistful journey. Thats why I love these enchanting prints ...
Behold the Medium, sterling silver ring and necklace by BloodMilk. These pieces were inspired by Lily Dale, a small town of spiritualists where the living and the departed commune on a daily basis.Ar...
I love all things lovely, ghostly and ethereal, especially in when encountered unexpected places. These chicken wire figures from Pinterest (via Dudecraft) are absolutely enchanting.Too often ghosts ...
Can you think of anything more nostalgic, colorful and cheery than vintage cigar boxes? I was so excited to find these at Sundays Alameda Flea Market, only $20 for the entire batch! The rips and scuf...
Here are a couple of new knit urn cozies, which will be available for sale on my soon-to-be-revised website (details soon!) This lovely wine colored cozy is by Andrea Lesley Crochet. Andreas an amazi...
Check out these amazing hand sewn skull quilts, all on sale for charity! The one above is one of my favorites, created by Forest & Kerosene. And take a look at just below, made by Girl Scout Troo...
Locket by BeautyspotI have to confess I still struggle with the finding the right words when discussing loss. Euphemisms abound, but are they truly helpful? Or are they hurtful, perpetuating an unhea...
I was very excited to find these modest remembrance needlepoint samplers at the Alameda Flea Market last week. Perhaps Im looking in the wrong places, but finding remembrance or mourning items in Cal...
When you think of urns, the words "soft" and "tactile" rarely come to mind. Im hoping to change that with knit urn cozies. This one is created by Andrea Lesley Crochet, whos well know...
Just had to share this vintage ammo box I bought on Etsy, which I believe will make the perfect readymade urn. I love the bright red paint and the little "bomb" on the side. What do you think...
I honestly dont know how graveyards came to be perceived as places to dread. My neighbor recently buried his mother in a nearby cemetery, and in my opinion he summed it up perfectly when he said that...
For me, when it comes to words of comfort, packaging is everything. I love the toughness of this distressed wood plaque, available at Patina. The nice thing about these plaques (there are lots) is th...
You had been part of my life from the beginning ...and when I lost you, it seemed too soon.Still, I see your smile everywhereyour love for everyone and everything only made me love you more. It didnt...
There are not many memento moris that would qualify as pleasant design choices. But this embroidered quote from Peter Pan by Moxiedoll is certainly one I would consider!
Im a big fan of repurposing, especially if its sentimental. My grandfather was a great reader, I have many fond memories of browsing the wall of books at his lakehouse. When he passed away, I held on...
Im inspired by this picture garland, created by Pearl at Vintage Pretty - what a charming way to keep the ones we love close to our hearts at all times. Pearl used a popsicle stick to rub the vinyl l...
In memory of someone dear, textile artist Patricia Bown has created this lovely knit urn cozy. With a deep blue base reminiscent of summer skies, crocheted flowers and butterflies skim the top, addin...
Such sweet words, made even sweeter with this handcut doille by CrystalT, who takes custom orders. Turn your words of encouragement into something that can be framed (or at least beautify a comfortin...
Ive been scanning pictures from my family photo album, and I find myself charmed by the actual photos themselves - the faded borders, folded corners, even the yellowed glue on the back. With everythi...
After being inspired by 19th century memorial needlework, I asked Jessica Marquez of Miniature Rhino to create a special needlepoint. I already have a couple of her needlework constellations, which I...
Of all the endangered species, Im campaigning to save the written word. Its an increasingly rare thing of beauty, and holds much more meaning than helvetica or ariel ever can. And that includes Brail...
Sometimes we all need to be reminded.Shanna Murrays lovely wall decals provide a sweet way to remember. Alone or adorned with pictures or mementos, these decals can be placed on a window, a wall, or ...
How many songs can you think of that explore the mystery of death with beauty and grace? I can think of only one artist, the insanely talented Antony Hegarty.Antony and the Johnsons new album, Swanli...
Heres another gorgeous urn cozy by Pondhopper. This is my third one, and there will be four more unique designs on the way. These cozies are designed to cover the plastic boxes that store ashes, and ...
Its November. When the wind howls and the landscape grows forlorn, I turn to my favorite book, Wuthering Heights. All those things were supposed to fear - chilled isolation, feverish dreams, even los...
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