Table of Contents
- What You're Actually Buying: Bespoke Memorial Jewellery Inclusions
- How to Send Ashes for Jewellery Safely
- Handcrafted Memorial Jewellery Turnaround Time: What to Expect
- Frequently Asked Questions
Last Updated: September 12, 2026
What You're Actually Buying: Bespoke Memorial Jewellery Inclusions
When you buy custom memorial jewellery online, you're commissioning a piece built around a personal inclusion: ashes, hair, breastmilk, fur, fabric, or petals. At Precious Mementos By Sharna, every bespoke piece is handcrafted in our studio and arrives with a certificate of remembrance.
The inclusion itself shapes the design. Resin inlay holds ashes, breastmilk, or fine hair, while fabric and petals suit flatter settings.
| Inclusion | Typical Setting | Customisation Options |
|---|---|---|
| Ashes | Resin inlay, rings and earrings | Colour tint, engraving, stone choice |
| Hair | Resin inlay, studs and pendants | Colour tint, engraving |
| Breastmilk | Resin inlay, earrings and rings | Colour tint, engraving |
| Fur | Resin inlay, pawprint designs | Colour tint, engraving |
| Fabric or petals | Flattened resin inlay | Colour tint, engraving |
You can see the full range of guidance on commissioning bespoke jewellery before committing.
How to Send Ashes for Jewellery Safely
Sending ashes for jewellery is straightforward when the kit does the work. Once you order, we post out a collection kit containing a screw top secure container, so your inclusion travels safely and discreetly.
- Order your piece and confirm the inclusion type
- Wait for your collection kit to arrive
- Place a small amount of ashes in the screw top container
- Seal it fully and pack it in the supplied packaging
- Post it back using the instructions provided
Royal Mail's guidance on sending ashes by post is worth reading before you send anything irreplaceable.
Handcrafted Memorial Jewellery Turnaround Time: What to Expect
Handcrafted memorial jewellery turnaround time is 8-10 weeks for our exclusive and custom-cast pieces, because each one is made to order.
Plan around that timeline if you're working towards a funeral or anniversary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I safely send ashes for memorial jewellery?
Ordering first is the safest route. A collection kit arrives containing a screw top secure container for your ashes, hair, breastmilk or fabric. Place a small amount inside, seal it, and return it using the tracked packaging supplied. Only a tiny quantity is needed, so the rest of the ashes stay with you. Every inclusion is handled in a dedicated studio and logged on arrival.
What inclusions can be used in bespoke memorial jewellery?
Ashes, hair, breastmilk, pet fur, fabric from a favourite garment, and flower petals are all commonly used. If you have something unusual in mind, such as sand from a meaningful place, ask before ordering and a custom listing can be created.
How long does handcrafted memorial jewellery turnaround time run, and is it safe to buy online?
Most pieces take 8 to 10 weeks because each one is cast and finished to order. Buying online is safe when the studio uses a tracked collection kit and confirms receipt of your inclusions. A certificate of remembrance accompanies every finished piece, so you have written confirmation of what was made and when.
Losing someone leaves you wanting something tangible to hold. Precious Mementos By Sharna handcrafts bespoke keepsakes using ashes, hair, breastmilk, fur, fabric, or petals, with a secure collection kit sent after ordering, a certificate of remembrance with every piece, and custom design guidance throughout. Get started with Precious Mementos By Sharna and create a piece that keeps them close.