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Standard funeral program front and back mockup showing an oval portrait above a sea turtle in blue-green surf, and “The Sea” poem beside a turtle on pale sand.

Where Love Meets the Sea Funeral Program

$15.00

Where Love Meets the Sea, Memory Stays Close

A sea turtle finding its way along the shore offers a quiet image of a life that continues to shape the people left behind. The Where Love Meets the Sea funeral program template brings that coastal scene into a gathering of family and friends. Its order of service is editable in Canva, so you can make room for a portrait, names, dates, memories, and the moments that mattered most. During bereavement, having those details together can make one part of the day feel a little more manageable. The sea on the cover and the words on the back give everyone something gentle to hold onto. A tribute they can take home and keep.

Love does not end at the shoreline.

Order today — receive your template link by email after purchase and personalize it at your own pace. No design experience needed.

✨ Design Details

Coastal Sea Turtle Funeral Program Template

Soft turquoise and blue-green waves meet pale sand, dune grasses, and sea turtles against a white background. The cover sets a portrait beneath “In Loving Memory” in a flowing script, with the person's name and dates below. The back features a turtle on the beach, the original poem “The Sea,” and “Always in Our Hearts.” The poem text can be personalized while the illustrated backgrounds remain locked.

Want to see every page before you purchase? Preview the Where Love Meets the Sea Funeral Program Template (view only).

✨ Important Editing Information

Edited using Canva — no Canva Pro required for the included elements
No Canva Pro elements used in the included design
All design elements are original or properly licensed for use in this template
Photos, names, dates, poem text, and other text are editable
Locked Elements: Backgrounds only. The shoreline and sea turtle background artwork cannot be changed.
⚠️ Canva Pro elements (marked with a crown icon in Canva) are not included in this template purchase. If you choose to add them, fees are charged directly by Canva.

✨ What's Included

Canva template link delivered via email after purchase
Standard & Tabloid variants include two layouts:
- Print Spread layout — pages arranged for duplex printing; print, fold, and staple at home or at FedEx, Staples, or your local copy shop
- Reader Order layout — pages in sequential order for professional print software or print shops that manage their own imposition
12 pages included — use as few as 4 or expand by duplicating pages in sets of 4. No maximum.
Sections: cover, order of service, obituary or tribute, “The Sea” poem, acknowledgments

💡 Not sure which layout to use? If you're printing at a professional print shop, ask them: “Do you need a print spread or reader order file?” Most home printers and copy shops use the Print Spread. Specialty print software and commercial printers typically need the Reader Order.

✨ How It Works

Purchase and receive your unique Canva template link via email.
Click the link to open the template in Canva (account required).
Edit the name, dates, photo, poem, and other text to personalize it.
Save your finished design as a PDF and print at home, FedEx, Staples, or your local print shop.

✨ Printing Tips

Laser: Laser printers produce sharp detail and accurate color — 24–28 lb paper works well.
Inkjet: Use coated matte or semi-gloss paper (28 lb or heavier) at your printer's highest quality setting for best results.
White border note: Standard home and print shop printers are not full-bleed printers, so your program may print with a small white border around the edges. Trim the edges after printing if desired.
Local print shops like FedEx, Staples, and The UPS Store can print your program. Tabloid size (11" x 17") folds to an 8.5" x 11" booklet. Standard size (8.5" x 11") folds to a 5.5" x 8.5" booklet.

💙 Why Families Love This Program

The shoreline and sea turtle give the tribute a sense of movement and homecoming without overwhelming the portrait.
“In Loving Memory” on the cover and “Always in Our Hearts” on the back frame the person's story simply.
The editable “The Sea” poem can be kept as shown or personalized to reflect the person being remembered.

✨ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Canva Pro?
No — this template uses no Canva Pro elements. If you choose to add Pro elements, Canva may charge you separately. Printing costs are separate and paid to your printer.

Can I add my own photos and poems?
Yes — the photo placeholder on the front cover and the text, including the poem, are editable. Upload a photo in Canva and place it in the designated area. You can also replace the poem with words that matter to your family.

Can I edit this on my phone?
Yes — Canva works on mobile. For best results, use a desktop or tablet, especially when placing the portrait photo.

How difficult is it to edit?
If you can type and upload a photo, you can personalize the text and image. The backgrounds remain locked.

Can I change the colors and fonts?
Text colors and fonts can be adjusted in Canva; the illustrated background colors are locked.

How long until I receive the template?
Your Canva template link will be delivered by email after purchase.

Is this a single-use license?
Yes — this template is licensed for one memorial service. Each new memorial service requires a new purchase.

What size does it print?
Standard prints at 8.5" x 11" and folds to 5.5" x 8.5". Tabloid prints at 11" x 17" and folds to 8.5" x 11".

How many pages does the program have?
The template includes 12 pages. You can use as few as 4 and expand by duplicating pages in sets of 4, with no maximum page limit.

Will my printed program have a white border?
Yes, a small white border may appear on printers without full-bleed printing. Trim the edges if desired.

Where can I print this?
You can print at home on an inkjet or laser printer; print a test page first. FedEx, Staples, and local print shops can also print the PDF.

How long does it take to edit?
Editing time depends on how much text and how many photos you add. Give yourself time to proofread every detail before printing.

✨ Fine Print

This template is delivered digitally — no physical item is shipped — and is designed to be printed at home or a print shop as a physical memorial keepsake.
Because this template is delivered digitally rather than shipped, we're unable to offer refunds — but if anything goes wrong, we're here to help. Reach out and we'll do our best to make it right.
Single-use license per program — one purchase covers one memorial service, with no limit on the number of copies printed for that service.
Resale or redistribution of the template itself is strictly prohibited.
All design elements are original or properly licensed.
The poem “The Sea” is an original work by the shop owner. Reproduction or redistribution outside this template is prohibited.
Printed colors may vary depending on monitor calibration, printer model, ink, paper type, and print settings. Noted & Charmed is not responsible for variations in print output.
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