Permanent memorial pieces are designed for display, not storage. We create Oceanside Collection keepsake gifts for walls and everyday spaces, using sand and resin to incorporate ashes into ocean-inspired designs with lasting structure.
These keepsake gifts let families embed ashes and small personal items into a single memorial, resulting in a finished piece meant for long-term display and careful preservation in the home.
Understanding the Oceanside Collection Memorial Designs
The Oceanside Collection is a group of memorials designed specifically for display. Each item is created using sand and layered resin to form ocean-inspired designs.
Wall Hangings Made With Sand and Ashes
Large wall hangings anchor this collection. We incorporate a loved one’s ashes directly into the sand and into the wave that moves across the memorial. We form the waves with layered resin to create a visual that closely resembles the ocean shoreline.
These wall memorials:
- Are intended to hang on the wall
- Incorporate ashes into the sand and wave design
- Use resin layers to form ocean waves
Shapes and Display Options
Wall hangings are available in multiple shapes to suit different preferences and spaces. These include:
- Rectangular designs
- Square designs
- Cross designs
We create all pieces with the same materials and ocean-inspired approach.
Keepsake Gifts Options Within the Oceanside Collection
The Oceanside Collection also includes smaller memorial items designed for tabletop use. These pieces follow the same material standards as the wall hangings.
Ring Dishes as Memorial Pieces
Ring dishes are part of the Oceanside Collection and are available in ceramic and glass. Each ring dish includes sand with a small amount of ashes, all sealed beneath a heavy layer of resin. This ensures everything remains permanently embedded with no risk of material coming loose.
Personal Items Embedded Into the Design
Families can send small, one-inch items to incorporate into the memorial. We embed these items in sand and resin along with the ashes.
Accepted items mentioned include:
- Seashells
- Rings
- Small figurines
- Buttons
- Pins
Pro Tip. Only small items are suitable for embedding. Keeping items within the one-inch size helps us fully seal them into the design.
Need expert help with memorial design? Contact Sands of Time for a free consultation.
Artistic Inspiration and Customization Details
The artist who creates the Oceanside memorials is based in Florida and draws inspiration from time spent near the ocean. This influence shapes the layered resin waves and shoreline appearance found in each piece.
Ocean Appearance and Resin Waves
Each memorial uses layered resin to create waves that move toward the sand. We incorporate the ashes and any embedded items where the waves meet the sand, giving the memorial its ocean-like appearance. Every oceancape is different.
Color Choices and Custom Requests
We offer color customization. Most families choose ocean blue and aqua tones, but they can also request other colors, such as purple.
Key Takeaway: In short, each Oceanside memorial is unique in appearance, with customizable colors and embedded elements, while still following the same ocean-inspired design approach.
Preserving Meaningful Materials Through Keepsake Gifts
The Oceanside Collection allows families to preserve ashes and meaningful items together in a single memorial. These pieces are designed for permanent display and long-term preservation.
This collection offers wall hangings and ring dishes made with sand, resin, ashes, and embedded personal items, all inspired by the look of the ocean. Our team at Sands of Time is available to guide you through available options and customization so you can choose keepsake gifts that reflect what mattered most. Contact us today.








