There are lots of options when it comes to urns for after a aquamation service in Shelby, NC. You can always choose timeless and traditional urns, or you can get creative.

For example, you can easily add ashes to an existing planter to act as fertilizer for any kind of plant, be it a young tree, bush, or flower. Mix the ashes in with the soil and as the plant grows it will draw nutrients from the ashes to grow big and beautiful. Turn an everyday ornament into an urn. A holiday ornament urn is basically just a mini urn that can hang on a Christmas tree. The ornament is too small to hold all the cremated remains, so it’s a good opportunity to make several ornaments for all the family to have.

You can also create memorial jewelry. It can be very comforting after a losing a loved one to keep the ashes close. Memorial jewelry allows you to do just that. Create any kind of jewelry piece from a pendant to a ring with the ashes. The pieces can be made from stainless steel, platinum, bronze, or many other kinds of metals. Use an empty coffee can from the deceased’s favorite brand. This could also work with a tea can or box. Use a hollowed-out book, too! Hollowed out books aren’t just for hiding secrets or stolen money like in the movies. You can order a custom-made false book or hollow out the deceased’s favorite yourself using a knife and a bit of elbow-grease. Place the ashes inside in a bag and seal the book with glue.

Stuffed animal urns are most commonly made for children that have passed away. The stuffed animal is cut in a small opening, the bagged ashes are placed inside, and the animal is resewn. You can also choose almost any kind of instrument, carve out a hollow, and seal some of the cremated remains inside. Brass instruments, guitars and basses are best suited. Perfect for deceased beer lovers, beer growler urns can be custom ordered from most craft breweries. In some instances, you can order a growler with the label listing the deceased’s name.

Think of your lost loved one every time the wind blows. Order a custom wind chime urn online and hang it on a porch, in a yard, or in a window. You can even choose what kind of chime you want, like an alto or soprano. If the deceased loved fishing, commemorate him or her in a sealed tackle box. Be sure to keep it in a safe place, but don’t forget to bring it out on the water with you the next time you go.

There are many other options for aquamation urns for after a Shelby, NC aquamation service. Want to learn more? Reach out to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home. We’re happy to do whatever we can do to help you in your time of loss or of preplanning. Call or visit us today.