Memorial Books

Memorial books can be a way for you to honour a loved one and the life they have lived. They are collections of memories that create a lasting tribute to their life and legacy. There are no limitations to what you can add to your memorial book, it’s important to make it your own. Memorial books can be made on your own or professionally crafted.

How to create a memorial book

Share memories: It’s a good idea to first spend some time remembering the different aspects of your loved one’s life. You can talk with family or close friends and share memories together, which in itself is a cathartic process that can help to ease the enormity of grief.

Gather materials: Decide on the size, shape, and style of the book you want to create. You may want to use a scrapbook or photo album or create a custom book using an online printing services. Gather any photographs, letters, mementoes, or other items that you want to include in the book.

Choose a layout: Decide on a layout for the pages of the book. You may want to create a chronological timeline or arrange the pages thematically. Consider using a mix of photographs, text, and other visual elements to create a visually engaging and meaningful book.

Design your layout: There are plenty of professional services that can help you to create an engaging and aesthetically pleasing memorial book. However, there are also many DIY sites that can help you to put together a unique memorial book for your loved one.

Write captions and text: Write captions or short paragraphs to accompany each photograph or memento. This can provide context and information about the significance of each item and help tell the story of your loved one’s life.

Print and assemble the book: Once you have designed the pages of the book, print them out and assemble the book. You may want to consider creating multiple copies to share with family members and friends.