April 2025
Tips and Ideas for Loved Ones that have Passed Away

Losing a loved one is never easy, but incorporating their memory into meaningful art can provide comfort and a lasting tribute. At The Local Artisan Collective, we offer several unique ways to honor those who have passed.
1. Memorial Glass
• Our talented artists can incorporate cremains into glass, creating a stunning and heartfelt keepsake. These pieces serve as a tangible way to remember and cherish your loved one. • Custom Glass Keepsakes – Choose from pendants, marbles, or decorative glass art with cremains infused inside. Made by Mike from Hurst’s Handblown Glass.
2. Memorial Portrait Paintings or Diorama’s
• We offer custom memorial portrait paintings or diorama for lost pets and loved ones. A painting is a beautiful way to keep their memory alive, capturing their spirit in a keepsake that will be treasured forever. Painted by Charis Derry.
3. Personalized Jewelry & Keepsakes
• Our artisans collaborate to create custom jewelry settings using cremation-infused glass, allowing you to wear a piece of your loved one close to your heart. • We work with Rene from Galleon’s Gold Jewelry and Mike from Hurst’s Handblown Glass to design rings, necklaces, and other keepsakes with infused glass elements.
4. Sending Cremains for Custom Artwork
• USPS Guidelines – The post office requires cremated remains to be shipped with a special label to ensure proper handling. A free shipping kit is available upon request. • Bring them directly to the store – We are located at 2371 Kiesel Ave, Ogden.
5. How to Order
• Visit Us – Work with our artists in person at The Local Artisan Collective in Ogden. • Reach Out – Contact us for more information on custom orders and how we can help you create a loving memorial piece. You can email us at localartisancollective@gmail.com
Every item is crafted with care and respect, ensuring your loved one’s memory lives on in a beautiful and meaningful way.
