About Our Botanically-Dyed Burial Shrouds
Our burial shrouds are hand-dyed with local Michigan plants on natural fiber that readily breaks and returns to the Earth. We try to use recycled fiber whenever possible to further limit environmental impact, and we partner with local organizations to gather cotton and linen textiles that can be sewn into shrouds. We grow most of the plants we use on our farm, and also sometimes incorporate leaves, bark, and flowers from more problematic plants that were harvested in volunteer restoration efforts from public land. Our goal is to move beyond “sustainable,” ensuring each basket leaves our local ecology healthier and more resilient. A portion of the proceeds for each funerary vessel purchased is donated to the Watershed Council (or a similar environmental organization) local to the shroud’s final resting place.
Pricing & Customization
Finished or Customized Burial Shrouds
We try and keep a handful of finished shrouds available and also welcome the opportunity to create a customized piece for you at no extra cost. Examples of customization can include custom material, choice of plants and pattern, or even using your own backyard plants. We’d love to hear your ideas!
We currently offer a simple shroud without handles. These are intended for use with our woven trays OR a straps from your funeral director. Handled shrouds are coming soon!
Simple Shroud Alone: $350
Note that $100 is discounted from the price of the shroud when purchased alongside one of our wicker burial trays.
Please note that we also often work with customers on a sliding scale.
Dye Your Own Shroud
We also welcome individuals and their loves ones to be involved in the dye process. You are welcome to come by our farm while the shroud is being crafted. You can choose what plants on our farm to include or even bring along leaves and flowers from your own backyard or other special places. We strongly believe that crafting funerary vessels can be a powerful and healing part of grieving journeys for all involved. No dye experience is required.
For those who would like to stay at our farm while weaving or dyeing, we have a private 1-bedroom apartment available above our barn that is easily accessible by an electronic stair lift.
How to Order
For those who have experienced a loss and need an end-of-life vessel right away, we have finished baskets and shrouds available for immediate need. Please feel free to call us anytime at 734-358-1142 or email us at [email protected] to learn more. We will get back to you promptly if we miss you!
For those who are planning ahead (even if only by a few weeks!), you can select form our finished baskets and shrouds or order a custom vessel at no extra cost. We can tailor the design to you wishes or even customize the vessel to include plants or other materials that are meaningful to you. We also welcome the opportunity to weave or dye alongside individuals and their loved ones. We deeply believe that crafting funerary vessels can be a wonderful and healing part of the grieving journey. Please give us a call at 734-358-1142 or email us at [email protected].
One of our botanically-dyed shrouds incorporated into a mock funeral workshop at a local festival (Earthcraft Skillshare at Tiller’s International)