It used to be that after cremation services in Smithsburg, MD. there were limited choices in the type of urn you could use for the remains. Yes, there have been different materials available such as metal, ceramic, etc., but the overall design and shape were pretty common. 

With more people every year choosing cremation over burial, makers of urns are coming up with more and more unique options for remains. If you would like something a little more unique than the “normal” urn, check out some of these options. 

1. Wall-Mounted Urn 

While most urns rest on a shelf, a wall-mounted urn is attached to the wall. It is typically a three-dimensional rectangle, square, or other shape with one side of the urn being flat, and that side is attached to the wall. Many of these urns provide a space you can have something special engraved like your loved one’s name, their image, or a short passage, poem, or song lyric. 

This is a great option for those who may not have a lot of shelving or room to place things, or if you need to ensure the urn won’t be knocked over if you would like it in a more “high-traffic” area or room of your home. 

2. Stuffed Anima Urn 

If you want something soft and that you can actually cuddle with, a stuffed animal urn is the way to go. This urn looks just like a stuffed animal and holds the remains of your loved one. 

You simply put the remains in a sealed plastic bag which will then be wrapped in a soft cloth bag and inserted through an opening in the back. If you want to make the urn even more personal, you could use some of your loved one’s clothing and “dress” the stuffed animal. 

This is such a wonderful item for a child who may have lost a loved one. Being able to cuddle up with them like this can provide a lot of comfort. 

3. Hourglass Urn 

This is a very unique urn that, although not very accurate, can remind us that time is precious. These urns typically hold just about eight to twelve ounces of remains and are available in a DIY kit. You simply follow the enclosed instructions that show you how to take the urn apart, fill it, and assemble again. 

4. Cremation Urn Jewelry 

Although this isn’t an urn, per say, cremation jewelry is a way to hold some of your loved one’s remains and have them always be close to you. You can find several pieces of cremation jewelry including necklaces, bracelets, and rings. 

The jewelry works by having a pocket or chamber included on the piece that you can fill with remains. For example, a necklace may have a pendant that opens like a locket to reveal a secure pocket you would fill. By planning ahead, you help prevent those disagreements by letting your family know what your wishes are and how you want your funeral service to be carried out and your business handled.

In Conclusion 

The options to keep your loved one’s remains after their cremation services in Smithsburg, MD. seems to grow each year. More and more companies are creating unique options every day. Of course, a classic urn never goes out of style, but if you are looking for a more unique option, you have plenty of choices.