Terri’s family turned her parents’ clothing into 14 handmade Memory Bears after losing them just weeks apart. Read how these clothing keepsakes became a source of comfort, connection, and family...
Amanda’s story is such a beautiful reminder that even one shirt can become something deeply comforting. Something you can hold. Something that brings a memory back into everyday life.
Not sure what clothes to use for a memory bear? Jennifer Cura, founder of The Patchwork Bear, shares her 3 favorite memory bears to make right now, from a single shirt...
There's a gift for mom hiding in a closet right now. The tiny outfit she brought you home from the hospital in. The favorite shirt you insisted on wearing every...
How to order a Memory Bear in 2026: order at the regular price during scheduled Open Order Windows, or order anytime at the higher Skip-the-Wait Price. Same handmade bear, same...
Why choose The Patchwork Bear to make your memory bear? When it comes to something this personal, experience matters. We have over 20 years and are the ORIGINAL Memory Bear...
Clothes alone don’t hold memories. Discover the hidden cost of saving too many and how to turn them into keepsakes that bring comfort every day.
This month, I'm releasing a limited number of upcycled products using one of my favorite quilt patterns, the Dresden Plate block. My love for the Dresden Plate might be due...
Here at The Patchwork Bear, we’re not a big company or factory. We’re a tiny team of artists and sewists who work to make one-of-a-kind keepsakes using your sentimental clothing. Each...
