A guide to help you choose at your own pace

How to Choose a Memorial Ring

Choosing a way to keep someone you love close can feel difficult. There is no single right way to do it. I’ll walk you through the options simply, so you can find the one that feels right to you.

You don’t have to decide everything right now. Let’s start with what you would like to keep in the ring.

Fetstan black ceramic ring with a delicate line of natural ashes Handmade in Québec
Each ring is handmade
Made one at a time
A Québec artisan, here to help
First step

What would you like to keep in your ring?

Each option creates a different kind of keepsake. Take a look at the rings, then choose the one that speaks to you.

Black ring with a fine line of natural ashes
Simple and personal

Natural ashes

A delicate line of ashes remains visible in its natural form, set into a tungsten or black ceramic ring.

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Ring with black opal and a fine line of natural ashes
Light and colour

Ashes and opal

A line of ashes at the centre, surrounded by the shimmer of opal. Several colours are available, depending on the design.

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Tungsten ring with colourful opal and a fine strand of hair at the centre
A bond close at hand

Hair or pet fur and opal

A strand of hair or a little pet fur is set at the centre of a luminous ring, made to honour someone or an animal you love.

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A choice that feels like you

Choose a ring you’ll want to wear

Once you’ve chosen what to include, you can select the material and width available for that design. Silver-tone tungsten has a bright look; black ceramic offers a darker, more understated feel.

It’s best to confirm your ring size with a jeweler or with me before your ring is made, as these rings cannot be resized. If you’re unsure, write to me and I can help you check your measurement before you order.

See the ring size guide
Fetstan visual ring size guide
A note from Stéphane

You’ll speak with me, directly.

I’m Stéphane, the artisan behind Fetstan. I make every ring myself, one at a time. Anything you entrust to me is clearly identified and handled separately, with the respect it deserves.

You don’t need to know exactly what to ask. If you’re deciding between two options or simply want to tell me about your idea, write to me. I’ll take the time to reply personally.

Stéphane Fetstan

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What to expect

I’ll guide you through each step

You’ll know what to do and when. I’ll send the mailing instructions after your order.

1

You choose

Choose the inlay type, the design, your ring size, and the options listed on its product page.

2

I guide you

I’ll send you instructions for preparing and mailing a small amount of the material you’ve chosen.

3

I make your ring

I make it by hand, then return it to you along with any material that wasn’t used.

A few helpful answers

Questions you may have before choosing

How much ash or hair should I send?

A natural ashes ring usually requires about one teaspoon. For an opal ring with a line of ashes, half a teaspoon is enough. For a hair or pet fur ring, a regular-sized strand is needed. Any unused material is returned to you.

Do you make rings in memory of a pet?

Yes. I can make a ring using the ashes or fur of an animal you love. I give every piece the same care and attention.

What if I’m still not sure which ring to choose?

That’s completely fine. Take your time looking at the options, or write to me. I can help you compare them, with no pressure.

Whenever you’re ready

A keepsake to choose with your heart, at your own pace.

You can look at the rings again, watch the videos, or write to me directly. I’ll be here to help you find an option that feels right.