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Memorial Keepsake Art

A lasting tribute, made by your own hands

Turn a loved one's treasured belongings into a framed keepsake that tells their story. With gentle, step-by-step guidance, every family creates something they'll keep for a lifetime.

Three framed keepsakes made from vintage jewelry: a heart, an angel and a butterfly
A heart, an angel and a butterfly, each made from treasured jewelry

Bring what they treasured

Every piece has a place

Bring as many pieces as you like, whether it's a handful or a whole jewelry box. Keepsakes aren't only for jewelry, and they aren't only for women.

  • Rings
  • Brooches
  • Earrings
  • Necklaces
  • Watches
  • Cufflinks
  • Tie clips
  • Pins & medals
  • Buttons
  • Favourite team pins & keychains

Only have one or two pieces? That's all you need. I bring extra jewelry to fill out your design, so every keepsake looks full and finished.

A tabletop spread of vintage brooches, necklaces and earrings

Designed around the person

If it meant something to them, we can build it together

Choose a classic design, or create a shape that captures who they were.

The animal lover

A cat, a dog, or a favourite bird

The fisherman

A fish, a boat, or a lakeside scene

The gardener

A bouquet, a tulip, or a tree

The lifelong fan

Team logo, colours or crest

Classic designs are always available: cross, heart, angel and butterfly.

Everything you need

Just bring your memories. I'll bring the rest.

Every item you bring is noted when you arrive, and anything not used in your keepsake goes home with you.

Session format

Unhurried, at your own pace

3 to 4 hours

Most keepsakes take 3 to 4 hours to complete. Some finish sooner and some like to take their time, and both are welcome.

Your choice

Book one longer session, or spread the time over shorter 1-hour sessions, whichever suits you best.

Hosted nearby

At your funeral home, hospice, church or community space across Ottawa and nearby communities.

For funeral homes, hospices & grief groups

Offer your families something they can hold on to

Memorial keepsake sessions are a meaningful addition to your aftercare and grief support programs. I bring everything and guide each participant from start to finish.

Vulnerable Sector Screening · First Aid & CPR · Non-violent Crisis Intervention trained · Fully insured

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Let's create something to remember them by

Tell me a little about your loved one and what you'd like to make. I'll help you plan the perfect keepsake.