How Cremation Touchstones Are Made – And How They Can Help You Heal

Losing someone you love is never easy. Whether it’s a parent, grandparent, friend, or even a pet, the sadness can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, we need a way to feel close to them again. That’s where cremation touchstones come in—a small, beautiful way to hold on to the memory of someone special.

In this blog post, we’ll gently walk through how these touchstones are made and how they can bring comfort during the healing process.

What Is a Cremation Touchstone?

A cremation touchstone is a small, smooth piece of glass made with a tiny bit of a loved one’s ashes. It's made to be held in your hand, kept in your pocket, or placed somewhere special. Each one is unique and created with care, love, and respect.

How Is a Touchstone Made?

Step 1: Gathering the Ashes
A small amount of cremation ashes is gently collected. It doesn’t take much—just a tiny pinch. These ashes are handled with great care and treated with love and respect.

Step 2: Choosing the Glass
Next, beautiful glass pieces are chosen. These might be soft colors like blue, green, or purple—colors that feel peaceful and comforting.

Step 3: Fusing the Glass and Ashes
The ashes are carefully placed between layers of glass. Then, the glass is heated in a very hot kiln (kind of like an oven) until it melts and fuses together. The ashes become part of the glass forever.

Step 4: Cooling and Shaping
After the glass has cooled, it’s shaped and smoothed into a small stone that fits perfectly in your hand or pocket. Some people like to add engraving, like a name or a short message.

How Can a Touchstone Help You Heal?

Grief takes time, and everyone heals in their own way. A cremation touchstone isn’t a cure, but it can bring comfort in small, meaningful ways:

• It gives you something to hold onto. When you’re feeling sad, holding the touchstone can help you feel connected to your loved one.

• It’s a reminder that love doesn’t end. Even though someone is gone, their memory and spirit can still be close to your heart.

• It helps you talk about your feelings. When others ask about your touchstone, it can open the door to sharing stories and memories, which is an important part of healing.

Final Thoughts

Cremation touchstones are made with kindness, care and respect. They are small, but their meaning is big. If you or someone you love is grieving, a touchstone can be a quiet, comforting reminder that the people we’ve lost are still with us—in our hearts, in our memories, and sometimes even in the palm of our hand.

You are not alone. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to reach out for support, whether it’s from family, friends, or simply from a small glass stone that carries a lot of love. ?

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