Cremation Memorial Cardinal Sculpture

Benjamin Giguere's bright red bird, with cremated remains melded into the glass, symbolizes the comfort of an enduring connection to your lost loved one.

• You send a teaspoon of your lost loved one's ashes to his studio in the provided kit. A glassblower heats glass in the furnace to a molten state, removes it to add a thin layer of the ashes, returns it to the furnace, and then sculpts it.
• The kit also includes an optional questionnaire for sharing details about your loved one, allowing Benjamin to honor their memory and keep their spirit in mind while he crafts each special piece.
• The memorial comes with a light-up base that beautifully illuminates the swirl of ashes within the glowing red bird.
• Your completed memorial will come with a photo that captures poignant moments in the creation of your memorial.
• Handmade in Rhode Island.

Sending Ashes Safely: What’s Changed and How We Help
We know—sending something as small as a teaspoon of ashes shouldn’t require a whole box. But when it comes to mailing cremains (both human and pet), USPS has strict rules, and we’re here to help you follow them without the headache. As of 2025, USPS requires that all cremated remains be shipped in a special box—not a padded mailer, not any cardboard box you might have at home. This is a nationwide policy, and we’re following it to the letter, because your loved one’s remains deserve respect, care, and proper handling.

Choose one of these options at checkout:

Option 1: I’ll get my own USPS box

• You’ll need to order the required box directly from USPS—it’s free and easy. Get it here.
• This is the only box that’s approved for mailing cremains. Using a different box could result in shipment delays or returns.
• We’ll still send you a collection kit with complete, easy-to-follow instructions for returning the ashes.

Option 2: Send me a USPS shipping box (+$15)

• We’ll handle the USPS box for you and include it with your collection kit.
• USPS provides the box free of charge, but the $15 covers our cost to send it to you and get it back safely.