 Some urn stories are about long lives, deep connections, and decades of memories. Others are smaller, shorter—but no less meaningful. This is the story of Squid.
Squid was a budgerigar. Not just any budgie—he was dazzling. His feathers shimmered with turquoise, deep indigos, navy, aqua, and warm greens, all crowned with a golden head and wings that seemed to glow in the sun. A living jewel with a sparkle in his eye.
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 Some urns are simple. Some are grand. And some… are teapots.
When Katie’s family contacted me, they had one request: a pink teapot urn. Not just any teapot, but one that captured their daughter’s love for tea, her doodles of funky cats, and her habit of leaving sweet notes for her mum. It had to be something that felt like her—not just a vessel, but a warm embrace of who she was. Katie had passed away overseas in her early 20s after a long battle with severe anorexia. A cruel disease, anorexia robs its victims of so much, but it could never take away the love her family had for her. And if there was one thing they remembered most, it was how much she loved sharing a cup of tea with them. So, a teapot it would be.  When I first created the Unicorn Urn, I envisioned it as a delicate and magical resting place for the ashes of little girls who had adored unicorns. The first designs, which I called Fairy Unicorns, had soft pink and purple manes and tails, their golden horns adding a touch of ethereal elegance. Later, I introduced Mermaid Unicorns, with oceanic hues of blue and green flowing through their manes and tails, capturing a different kind of whimsy.
I thought they would be the perfect tribute for children who had cherished these mythical creatures in life. But as it turns out, unicorns—and grief—don’t always follow predictable paths.
What brought her to me was Lily’s name. She found White Lily Urns and felt a connection, as though it was meant to be. I was deeply honoured to help her create something truly meaningful for her baby girl. It was a perfect example of how custom made urns can reflect the individuality of a loved one and become a meaningful tribute.
 As 2025 dawns, it brings with it an opportunity for fresh starts, reflection, and resolution. For many, this means decluttering their homes, refocusing on health, or reconnecting with loved ones. But what about the emotional and spiritual weight we carry? This year, consider a deeply meaningful resolution: finally deciding on a permanent resting place for the ashes of a loved one or pet that have been sitting around the house for months, perhaps even years.
I am constantly amazed by the number of people who tell me they are in this situation .  Q1: What's the difference between a personalized and a custom cremation urn?
Great question. A personalized cremation urn is one that you can make uniquely yours by adding personal touches like names, dates, or special symbols to a pre-designed urn. It's like adding your own flair to a ready-made piece like this one . The loss of a life partner is one of the most devastating events you are ever likely to experience. So how do you go about rebuilding a life that has been forever altered?
While it may feel overwhelming in those early days and weeks, there are things you can do and plans you can put in place to help you get through. It is possible to find a way to honour your loved one and your past together, embrace the present, and plan for the future. Close family members will be well looked after by the Funeral Director and will be given lots of tips for the service as part of the organising process, therefore this article will cover some general tips on funeral attendance if you are not part of the immediate family.  We live in a diverse multicultural society with a huge mix of traditional, cultural, religious, and contemporary ideas on what a modern funeral service should look like. The needs of the family and last wishes of the departed should be sensitively taken into consideration when you decide to go to the funeral. Read the funeral notice carefully and note the important requests the family have documented.
Our culture loves to use doves, real birds or artificial copies, in many ways as they are always highly regarded. In various contexts doves take on slightly differing symbology.
A keepsake candle urn can be an excellent way to remember your love one and and keep a little bit of them close to you at home even after their death. These beautiful urns are designed so that you can place ashes from the deceased inside and light a candle on top of them, offering an elegant way to honour those who have passed on.
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AuthorHi, my name is Rae Delai. I was born and raised on the Atherton Tablelands. I have spent most of my working life as a Registered Nurse. I took up pottery as a hobby over 10 years ago for some work life balance. Now I make ceramic urns and pottery full time. Archives
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