12 Touching Ways People Turned Grief Into Works of Art / Bright Side

When someone we love When they become a memory, we often look for ways to keep their spirit alive. Some people create touching tributes that make them feel closer to the people they have lost. These stories show that love never ends; He simply finds new ways to survive.

I scanned some old Christmas cards from my grandparents and turned them into decorations – one for me, one for my sister, and one for my cousin. Grandma died in 2012, and Grandpa in May of this year. And now, they will both be “here” with us this Christmas. © Unknown author/reddit

A little tribute to my little brother who recently passed away from cancer. He loved frogs, so I made this to keep a piece of him close by. © Unknown author/reddit

My grandmother died in February. A week before she sold her life’s home, I collected a few small pieces from the house and yard. I used it to give my dad a gift for Father’s Day – a way to keep a little bit of her, and from that house, with us forever. © The Cute Miss/Reddit

My dad collected ’57 Chevys. He passed away before my nephew was born, but he always dreamed of becoming a grandfather. For my nephew’s first big bed, my dad’s best friend built a custom ’57 Chevy bed using real parts and my dad’s old license plates. It’s the sweetest greeting © clearbab/reddit

My grandmother died recently, and… Wizard of Oz It was our special thing. She was a colorful and cheerful person, so I made these to wear to her funeral. © Phoenix Photos/Reddit

It’s the anniversary of my friend’s son’s death. Every year she asks me to make something that celebrates his life. Last year I customized jeans; This year, it’s Vans and a hoodie, hand-painted and painted with love. © graypartfox/reddit

My wife and I are expecting our first child. Her father died before I met him, but I wanted to make sure he had a place in our son’s life. Using my Cricut and a photo of him fishing, I created a large wall decal for the nursery. © smits865/reddit

My friend’s uncle’s best friend passed away some time ago. From the few photos I was able to secretly collect, I sculpted a little surprise for him – a little way to bring a special memory back to life. © Thecraft Bumbleberry/Reddit

My grandmother recently passed away, and I wanted to give my mom something special for Mother’s Day. I copied my grandmother’s handwriting from one of her old recipes and printed it on a tea towel. © b**taco63/reddit

My cousin lost her father when she was very young, so on her wedding day, she drew a picture of him standing next to her, as he should have been. A little reminder that a father’s love never leaves. © Jaron Churchwell/Reddit

My dog ​​died recently. This is her last footprint, our last moment together. I immortalized it on a piece of copper so that part of it will always be with me. © EveningPicture9 / Reddit