Ideas for keepsakes of deceased people, the dog or the cat
When a loved one or a beloved animal departs from this world, all you want to do is stop time. Or better yet: Turn it back. In any case, survivors generally feel the need to keep alive as vividly and for as long as possible memories they have shared with their favorite person or animal and which have been burned deep into their hearts. This is due to the fact that time enjoyed together is one of the most valuable things in our lives. Fortunately, there are now some possibilities for creating special remembrances that remind us of loved ones, but can also be dedicated to a deceased dog or cat. We are presenting some of these options below.
Special mementos for all eternity
The following must be noted first when it comes to one-of-a-kind mementos: This area has evolved a great deal in the last few years, giving rise to ever more creative options. Some of these are do-it-yourself options, while others can be drafted by professionals in a snap. Here are a few ideas:
Glass photo: Photos have always been the gold standard for preserving memories, as they - ideally - provide an accurate representation of the beloved person or animal, helping us to remember them in exactly the way we want to remember them. Laughing on vacation or maybe going on walks together. The classic photo in a picture frame is increasingly competing against more unusual alternatives. It is now possible, for instance, to use pictures for creating glass photos that can be placed in a special place at home.
Photo book: Reliving the most beautiful memories while creating a memento - a photo book is a tool that lets you do exactly that. After all, the process of selecting and arranging the photos is already worth its weight in gold and thus an important part of the mourning process. When the work is done, friends and acquaintances can be invited over to assess the finished product together.
Candle: Candles can be decorated with photos as well, but can also be adorned with personal sayings that remind us of the deceased. The advantage: When lit, they simultaneously create a magical atmosphere that can support the commemoration in the best possible way. The downside: Each candle has an expiration date, or rather a burnout date. So, if you want to create a permanent memory of a deceased person, dog or cat, you should switch to alternatives - for example, storm lamps or lanterns with imprints.
Memorial stone: For us humans, nature is not only a great teacher, but can also do good in the mourning process. In addition, some of its facets are ideal for a transfiguration into a memento - for example, elements that can be made into memorial stones. Decorated with a graceful engraving, they find a space either at the grave or on your property - perhaps in the favorite corner of the deceased person or four-legged friend. But, you can also reach for a pen and glue yourself and decorate the stones to your heart's content with other materials. There is also the option of having ceramic stones imprinted with photos.
Jewelry: Carrying the person of your heart or your beloved pet very close to you, even after death - this is what our unique pieces of Mevisto jewelry allow you to do. All we need for this purpose are 10 g of hair or 50-100 g of ashes, which we will then use to manufacture sparkling sapphires or rubies (link to: https://www.mevisto.com/de/edelsteine/) that will last for all eternity. Whether paired with a ring or a chain – they all carry the unique character of the departed in them and are therefore truly one of a kind.
Cuddly pillow: Another option is to have a personalized pillow made - for example, with a photo of the loved one or beloved animal. But not only that - it is now also possible to ornament many other textiles with the face of your favorite companions, including bags, floor mats or aprons.
Box of memories: Letters, personal items such as jewelry, drawings, but also photos or the favorite perfume of the dearly departed are ideal for storage in a box of memories. A wooden box, which you can decorate or have decorated yourself, is the perfect receptacle for these treasures. Ideas for decoration may include a beautiful saying, natural materials that you collect yourself during a walk, or a photo print.
Hand and paw prints: What the hands are for us humans, the paws are for dogs and cats - essential body parts without which we would not be who we are. Many among us like to remember the feel of their familiar handshake or warm paw even after the passing of the human or animal companion. One way of preserving this memory for as long as possible is to capture hand or paw prints on paper. Better still, today’s possibilities no longer require you to handle paint, but allow you to use inkless print kits. If you pep it up with a pretty frame, you can place this keepsake anywhere in the apartment.
Keychain made of synthetic resin: A material of great versatility, synthetic resin allows you to create mementos with a distinctly unique character. Synthetic resin can be used, for instance, to immortalize exclusive characteristics or accessories of your deceased four-legged friend in a handy keychain, with choices ranging from the bell that used to dangle from the collar of the beloved cat to whiskers or tufts of fur to the favorite toy.
Have your pet stuffed: Finally, if you are unwilling to part with your darling pet, you can always have your pet stuffed. However, if considering this option, you should weigh the pros and cons carefully prior to your pet’s death, as the factor time plays a major role. For example, the deceased animal must either be frozen or taken to a taxidermist immediately after death. Foam and pieces of wire are used for this purpose. But be careful: Stuffing a larger animal can be hard on your pocketbook.