Way back when we launched the urngarden.com site, we tried to focus on inspirational people and images that would lift us up out of the darkness and hopefully inspire others too. My grandmother was one of the most impactful people in my life both personally and professionally, Our business name, Urn Garden came from her habit of creating memorial gardens when a loved one died. Back then, she lived on a large farm out in the country and she would dedicate a special planting on her property to … [Read more...] about Birds of a Feather: Cardinal Cremation Urn
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Birds of a Feather Cremation Urns: Beauty from the Ashes
At this time of year, here in the San Lorenzo Valley of coastal California, bird song fills the air. Wherever you live, you’re most likely experiencing the same thing. This post, featuring a few of our bird urns for ashes, is written in celebration of this joyful annual occurrence. “When the Sun of compassion arises darkness evaporates and the singing birds come from nowhere.” ~Amit Ray Hummingbird Cremation Urns A small beauty, delightfully called ‘Anna’s Hummingbird’, is one of many … [Read more...] about Birds of a Feather Cremation Urns: Beauty from the Ashes
Urns for Sale: Winter White Collection
White shines bright in the garden this month as we spotlight urns with clean classic designs. In some cultures white is the deepest color of mourning as opposed to the Western world's preference for black. Most of the urns in this collection are metal and feature elegant shapes and soft shades of white. The White Pearl urn gives an iridescent glow the contrasts with the reflective silver trim and carved band and looks great engraved with names, dates, or a brief sentiment if desired. This … [Read more...] about Urns for Sale: Winter White Collection
Cardinal Cremation Urn, Symbol of Strength and Faith
It’s not unusual to look for signs from a loved one after he or she dies. These symbols not only bring a feeling of hope, but a sense of peace and renewal. It’s a popular notion that cardinals are often seen as messengers from our loved ones. Just their presence symbolizes a myriad of ideals, thoughts and feelings. The cardinal cremation urn was inspired by this bright little bird. Hand painted crimson feathers on a glossy snow white vase, our little bird is perched on a branch with blooming … [Read more...] about Cardinal Cremation Urn, Symbol of Strength and Faith
Spring Themes in Cremation Urns
Spring is the season of awakening and rejuvenation. Perennials that were hidden all winter long are making their first appearance; taking in the glorious sunshine and everything else Mother Nature has to offer. Another promising sign of Spring is the sites and sounds of birds. Cardinals, for instance, are only bring hope and cheer on cold, wintry days, but like the dogwood, reminds people to focus on their faith. A cardinal’s scarlet plumage symbolizes the blood Christ shed as he died on the … [Read more...] about Spring Themes in Cremation Urns