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Tag Archives: Memorial ideas
Our Weekly Tip:
DIY Memory Wreath
Create a unique memorial centerpiece with a photographic wreath
Our Tip of the Week: A centerpiece sets the emotional tone for a memorial service, end-of-life celebration or altar. Large-scale portraits are classic, but you can also create an intimate and dynamic centerpiece using multiple photographs arranged into a striking … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Creating Space
Using circles to help embody community in memorial services and life celebrations
Our Tip of the Week: When we think of traditional funerals and memorial services, the vision that often comes to mind is rows of seated people facing an altar. This follows the same layout of most church and temple services, … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Faux Floral Revival
Handmade memorial flowers make a personal and poetic statement
Our Tip of the Week: It’s hard to believe, but these petals are made from paper. These DIY beauties would make a thoughtful, lasting gift for someone who has lost a loved one, or set a gorgeous, personal tone for an end-of-life … Continue reading
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Our Weekly Tip: “Hearts Intertwined” Memorial Decoration
This traditional Danish heart craft is a sweet, easy project to embark upon for your next memorial ceremony
Our Tip of the Week: The Danish have long made heart shaped ornaments that deliver a homey warmth to any setting — and we think they’d be perfect for a memorial or celebration of life ceremony. Not only is the … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Celebrate Their Stories
Create a reflective space for your memorial ceremony with this walkable photo album
Our Tip of the Week: When you’re planning a memorial ceremony, it can be difficult to pick the right photos of a loved one. Each life is rich and complex, which is why we think this walkable photo album craft … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Decorations for Ash Scattering
Decorate the receptacle of your loved one to create a beautiful, personal memorial experience
Our Tip of the Week: Funerals, memorials, celebration of life ceremonies — they may be difficult to get through, but eventually you will be able to remember these events and take comfort in the love and support that abounded from … Continue reading
