Keepsake urns or mini urns are simply smaller urns that hold a much smaller portion of the cremains than a normal urn. Why would you buy this if it doesn’t hold all the cremains of your loved one? Great question–Let's explore the purpose and use of keepsake urns.
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Sharing with Family
Many people use keepsake urns as a way to share a loved one’s ashes among several family members. Each family member receives a little portion of the ashes to display proudly. Displaying: Displaying the name and date of a loved one who was buried the traditional way is very common. Many people display a keepsake urn on a mantle or desktop so they always have that reminder of who they lost; even though no ashes are in the keepsake.
Saving for Remembrance
Keepsake urns don’t always have to store ashes. You can store a lock of hair from a loved one, dried cremation flowers, sand from their favorite beach - anything that reminds you of them.
Save some Ashes from Scattering
Another popular memorial ceremony is to spread a loved one's ashes in a favorite place, at sea, etc. It is also very common at scattering ceremonies to keep a small portion of cremated ashes for the family to display.
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A Special Theme
Different people like different things. We offer a line of themed keepsake urns that loved ones may have enjoyed as a hobby, passion or something that reminds you of them. They range from palm trees, golfing, doves, fishing, butterflies, flowers, angel wings and more.
Unique Urn Shapes
We offer several different shapes including: Heart, teardrop, vase, round, and standard keepsake urns. Cremation keepsakes are offered in many different shapes, colors, and styles. Below is a quick breakdown of what options we offer at Stardust Memorials so you can determine which best suits your loved one.
Different Urn Materials
Stardust Memorials offers a variety of urns in different materials. Each material has its unique characteristics. Aluminum is the most common urn material used today. It’s durable, corrosion-resistant, and more affordable than other materials. On the other end of the spectrum, we offer Cloisonne-style urns; these keepsakes are crafted using brass, copper, and colored enamel. In between the two ends of the spectrum, we have wood, brass, marble, and mother of pearl.
There is a lot to consider when purchasing a keepsake urn. Hopefully, this mini-guide has helped in your decision-making. Keepsake urns are a perfect way to remember a loved one.