FAQ

Delivery within 50 miles of Union Mills, NC is included in our casket & tray prices. Delivery between 50-150 miles can be arranged for an additional fee. In addition, we make occasional delivery trips to, SC, GA, TN, FL, VA, and WV. Please get in touch for details. We can ship caskets via UPS freight within the US. We also recommend checking out www.funeraryartisanscollective.org to check if there are other makers near you.

In general, we ask for at least two weeks to create a custom willow casket or tray. However, if we have willow soaked and ready to weave- we can sometimes finish a casket in a week or less. Pine Casket special orders, take a minimum of 4 days. Please get in touch to discuss timing. We always try to have at least one Willow Casket, one Pine Casket, and one Willow Burial tray in stock at all times, and can usually provide next day delivery within our delivery range. If you are in need of a casket right away, please be in contact via phone and we will do our best to help.

Absolutely. At Moss & Thistle we believe in creating sacred containers that embody those who will rest in them. If you have a vision for your vessel, we would love to help you bring that to life.

Yes. You are able to purchase directly from the farm and we will help arrange delivery directly to your Funeral Home, or if you prefer you can pick up the casket from the farm and deliver it yourself. The Funeral Home is legally prohibited from requiring that you purchase the casket directly from them, and legally prohibited from charging you a surcharge for providing your own casket.

Our average sized casket is 6 ft long, 22 inches wide, and 14 inches deep. We can make custom sizes to order.

Yes! Weaving together can be an incredibly beautiful and healing experience. You can participate in weaving your own casket, or in weaving a casket for your loved one.