Only a very small amount is needed — about a teaspoon per bead.
Any remaining ashes are carefully returned with your finished piece.

If you're local, we can arrange a simple drop-off at my studio in Arvada.
If you're out of state, you would mail a small amount. Once your order is placed, you’ll receive easy instructions for preparing and sending the ashes safely.

Only a small teaspoon-sized amount is needed to create your bead — you never need to send all of your pet’s ashes.

I recommend using a tracked shipping method for peace of mind. Many pet parents choose USPS Priority Mail, but you’re welcome to use whichever carrier you prefer.

Once your package arrives, I will personally notify you so you know it has been received safely.

If you have any concerns at all before shipping, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to walk you through the process.

I completely understand — it’s a deeply personal process. If you’re not comfortable opening the urn yourself, I recommend asking a trusted friend, family member, or your local veterinarian or cremation provider to assist you. I can provide clear, respectful instructions to guide whoever is helping you.

A small portion of ashes becomes part of the glass as I create the bead, making each piece one-of-a-kind.

Yes, if you would like to honor more than one pet in a single bead, that is possible.

Yes. I can create a memorial bead using ashes from any beloved pet. Whether your companion was a horse, bird, rabbit, reptile, or another animal, the process remains the same.

Yes, I can. While Forever Pet Beads was founded to honor beloved pets, I am also honored to create handcrafted glass memorial beads using human ashes. Each keepsake is crafted with the same care, respect, and artistry, helping preserve the memory of loved ones in timeless glass art.

Most pieces are completed within about 4–6 weeks after I receive the ashes.
Many are finished sooner, but I never rush the process — each one is made individually with care.

Because fur is organic, it disintegrates in the flame during the glassmaking process and does not remain visible in the finished bead the way ashes do. For that reason, I do not create fur-only beads.

If you are looking to preserve visible fur within a piece, you would likely need an artist who works with resin rather than glass.

Yes, many people choose to give one as a gift. I’ll work directly with you to make sure everything is handled gently and appropriately.