Verified Reviews

The Perpetual Pendant

Matthew Olian has great pride in his workmanship! He made me a beautiful black “Forever Pendant” with my husband’s ashes. He got it to me very quickly, knowing how excited I was to finally order it after many months of thinking about it. I loved several of the colors, but I figured the black would be worn with almost anything. I had him include two chains, to insure I would never lose it. I love how the two chains sit together. I got the medium pendant, which is plenty big, and some day I may just get another, maybe a small one in the emerald green or royal orange! Thanks again Matt.
Kate Simi

My necklace is incredibly beautiful. The ashes over the cobalt blue glass looks like a sky full of stars. I could not have asked for more. I love that I will always have a piece of my mom with me all of the time. The packaging was very thoughtful. The collection kit was nice and tactful, and the box that the necklace was sent to me in was very nice, with the remaining ashes tucked inside. Thank you to Matthew for such a special memorial keepsake ❤️

The pieces were obviously done with care and turned out just as I hoped. Matt was very responsive to any questions I had.

The Eternal Orb

Matt did an outstanding job in communicating the process after I placed my order. He walked me through the steps of the collection and shipping of the cremation remains. Would highly recommend Grateful Glass for your loved ones keepsakes.

Absolutely incredible final product. Great customer from start to finish. Thanks Matt for creating something we can cherish forever!

I had two necklaces made after my 17-year-old son passed away. Not only did they turn out beautifully, but Matt has also been extremely communicative and kind throughout this process. I would recommend this company to anyone. I was hesitant to choose a company because this process is so delicate, and you never know what's a scam on the internet. Grateful Glass exceeded my expectations! I will be forever grateful.

thank you so much

I first saw Matt’s website at least a dozen years ago and probably more. I have family members all over the country and as people got older I saw how much it bothered them not to be able to travel and visit their loved ones. It was then that I decided I would be cremated and I want some of my remains to be combined in to an orb. I told my son, I then want him to put two google eyes on the orb and I’m to be kept near his computer or TV so we can continue to enjoy things together. At first he thought this was creepy, but now he appreciates it. Well, fast forward to January 2024 and my dad passed away at 89. He also desired to be cremated so I took some of his ashes and sent them to Matt. What I got back is so beautiful and gives me such comfort when I look at it or hold it. I keep it on my computer desk so it is always near me. I like knowing where my dad is, he is right next to me. Matt was wonderful at walking me through the process and keeping me informed. I couldn’t be happier with him or the product.

I lost my dad just before Christmas. I miss him tremendously, but this beautiful piece brings me comfort. Matt was trustworthy, compassionate, and punctual. He provided an easy-to-use collection kit with clear instructions, and he let me know what to expect. When I received my pendant, I cried. It means a lot to me to be able to literally have my dad close to my heart and to still include him in my life in this way. I’m looking forward to being able to take my dad with me to some of the places he had wanted to see before he died. Reaching up to hold onto this pendant when I’m missing him is a reassuring and grounding sensory experience, too. I ordered the Perpetual Pendant in Pure White. It’s very pretty, and I appreciate that this piece is subtle and something I can easily wear on a regular basis. The similarity in color between my dad’s ashes and the white background allows for maintaining privacy and enables me to be intentional with disclosing the significance of this piece. Delivery was timely, and I felt like my dad’s ashes were treated with respect throughout the process. Thank you, Matt.

My name is Bridget Bogdanich, who along with my husband, John, began our journey to search for the perfect memorial keepsake to bring honor and some closure at the loss of our son two years ago. When I discovered the ethereal beauty of the Grateful Glass products, I knew we had found our answer. The pendants are impeccable and so thoughtfully designed. We chose one for each of our family members, in a lovely light blue that brought reminiscence of our son’s beautiful eyes and gave the comfort of being close with him again.
Matt was informative, sensitive and always available to help meet our needs. He is a true artist and a special human being. We are grateful for him and his team, and as we had hoped, we’re afforded with some peace and closure at this sad time. Thank you, Matt and your team.

I love my necklace to honor my brother! Matt did such an amazing job and was so caring. I really appreciate his attention and craftsmanship.

There are no words to express the care, quality and detail that goes into every step of the process with Grateful Glass. Matt is kind, respectful and communicative, and goes far beyond what you'd consider from a business owner. I purchased a pendant for myself after Daddy died 5 years ago, and I just purchased one with my dad's ashes to give to my Mama for her birthday. It is currently breaking my heart that mama is in the hospital with sepsis, and may not recover. I won't ever be able to give her the wonderful gift Matt made just for her.

Kudos to this company. Don't even shop around. They are the best of the best.

Jennifer W

I recently purchased a piece of jewelry made from cremation remains, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. This exquisite creation not only serves as a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry but also holds deep sentimental value for me.

The craftsmanship and attention to detail in this piece are truly outstanding. The way the ashes have been incorporated into the design is not only elegant but also incredibly meaningful. It serves as a constant reminder of the loved one I've lost, and I can carry his memory with me wherever I go.

The quality of the materials and the care taken in crafting this jewelry is evident. It is a conversation starter, allowing me to share the story behind it, and it has been a source of comfort during difficult moments.

I am genuinely impressed with the service I received from the artist, who was both compassionate and understanding throughout the process.

Overall, I highly recommend this jewelry made from cremation remains to anyone looking for a meaningful and beautifully crafted keepsake. It's a wonderful way to keep the memory of a loved one alive and close to your heart. Thank you for creating something so special and precious.

Beautiful!!

This is the second pendant that Grateful Glass has created for me, and it is as beautiful and special as the first one. I appreciate the thought, care, and compassion that goes into the entire process. I've worn my first pendant every day for the past 7 years, and it brings me great comfort to have a memento of my kitty with me always. I've received so many comments on its beauty. I will now be wearing this new pendant to honor my kitty who recently died. I'm grateful for the service Grateful Glass provides; for the quick and compassionate communication when questions arise; for the respectful details throughout the process; and for the beautiful work of art that brings me comfort and reminds me of my loved one. Thank you!

I love both pendant and charm that I ordered. They are beautiful and will be cherished forever.

I absolutely love my necklace. It turned out beautiful and I can't think of a better way to honor my beloved Gentle Giant canine. A part of Stomper now literally rests close to my heart when I wear my necklace. While he's always with me in spirit, it's so special to be visually reminded of his presence via my Grateful Glass necklace

I initially ordered a pendant from someone else and it didn’t come out the way I wanted so I tried again with Matt and I am so pleased. He gave me a customer color, answered all my questions and was so patient while I was struggling to decide what I wanted. And then when it showed up it was gorgeous and so professionally done. I cannot recommend Matt enough. Thank you so much for giving me a beautiful memorial.

I unexpectedly lost my father 7 months ago. He was cremated and I wanted to memorialize him in a way that I could carry him with me when I needed. Grateful Glass is exactly what I was looking for. I ordered The Forever Pendant in cobalt blue; I’m getting married next year and this will be the perfect “something blue” and my dad will still be with me as I walk down the aisle. Grateful Glass was wonderful to work with from start to finish. From the collection process to updates on the process of my order, they were helpful and transparent at every step. I was confident that my father was being handled and treated with the utmost respect. The creation by Grateful Glass is so beautiful and the service they provide during one of the worst times in a person’s life is a blessing.

It was beautiful!

A few years ago, I made a pendant of my mother’s ashes with the help of Grateful Glass. Recently, my father passed away and I had a pendant made of his ashes. I also chose to have a white pendant made with a mix of both of my parents’ ashes, which I will be including in my bouquet at my upcoming wedding. Grateful Glass handled my order with so much care and the process was so quick. I truly appreciate all that this company does and the way that they operate. I will treasure each of these pieces for the rest of my life!

I am so pleased with all of the items we purchased after losing our baby girl Tally. What a beautiful and thoughtful way to feel closer to her and to see the creations Matt had crafted. Can’t thank you enough, Matt, for the important and beautiful creations you make.

Tally was the best baby in the world. I cannot express the gratitude I have for these keepsakes that are so incredibly beautiful. The ashes appear to be magical in these creations, and I could not be more pleased with these memorials to help me feel closer to Tally. Thank you, Matt and team, for offering such a professional and unique service to those of use who grieve the loss of our best friends.