NOW is the time to think about the holidays!
The weather is getting cooler, school is back in session and I know you don't want to hear it, but we're in full holiday production mode here at The Patchwork Bear!...
Saving Memories: The Patchwork Bear Blog
Lily's Story: A Little Love from Paw Paw
Lily adored her Paw Paw and the 2 were inseparable. Sadly, he passed away in 2021. She has missed him terribly and her grandma, Dee Dee had a memory bear...
Good Grief + The Patchwork Bear
We partnered with Good Grief for "Birds of a Feather" Workshop making memory birds from loved one's clothing. This was our 5th year working with Good Grief and each time is...
What makes a teddy bear comforting? New research provides insight
A participatory study reveals that the emotional bond with the teddy bear is the primary factor determining its comforting power.This study was done using basic teddy bears- imagine the comfort...
Spring Cleaning: Watch how we turn a bin full of clothes into a memory bear
See how professional organizers, Jamie & Fillip Hord, turned a bin of their son's clothes into a keepsake memory bear.
Why Choose Us - The Patchwork Bear Difference
One of the most commonly asked questions we get is:"Why are your bears so expensive?" Basically, it's time (labor), cost & experience. We're more than a hobby shop, we're a full-service...
Margo's Story: Honoring memories of loved ones
"I decided to gather and send to The Patchwork Bear a few gifts my dear friend had given me - one in honor of my dog we both loved so...
What did you do with your baby's hospital receiving blanket?
You know the one's I'm talking about...the pink and blue striped blankets that's like the lovely parting gift that comes with every baby home from the hospital (or if you're...
