Urns for cremation ashes can now be as individual as the person whose ashes it holds. I was almost reluctant to refer to these special pieces of art as urns, as in my opinion, they are so much more.
There are many options available, the extent of the choice almost makes it difficult to select which one. Starting at prices well under £100, our old friends Amazon can provide you with an urn, and at the other end of the scale, well ‘the sky’s the limit’ as the saying goes.
However, individualism doesn’t necessarily mean a high cost. We have an arrangement with a local pottery studio, so that a family can visit to contribute to the creation of a totally personalised urn. We have a number of other urn suppliers whereby family suggestions and wishes can be incorporated by the artist, be it using a meaningful fabric, a design or colour, or something beautiful ‘off the shelf.’ Of course, families can source their own urn from anywhere they choose, just as long as it’s suitable for the Barrow and the niche. ( please check with us first )
Following a chance meeting this week, we are also hoping to offer a completely new concept: a 3D printed urn in possibly, whatever design is required. For bereaved parents, imagine being able to have an urn made in the shape of the child’s favourite toy: a teddy, a train, or even a unicorn. How special.
Not forgetting our faithful pets, their urns can match the human they sit alongside, or, their ashes can be added to the human urn.
A few examples supplied by local crafts women . .