🎄 Why We Celebrate Christmas in July at The Patchwork Bear

I know, I know.. you're thinking, "Why July?" It's too early. It's actually not. and here's why.

Because handmade takes time.

That’s the short answer. But here’s the heart of it:

Summer is usually quiet for us. But as soon as fall begins, holiday orders are in full swing making memory bears, quilts & bags—and many of our holiday deadlines have already passed.

That’s why Christmas in July is so important:
It gives you the chance to save 20% on a meaningful gift and get it finished in time for the holidays.

Plus, it helps us plan ahead and make your item with the care and time it deserves.

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💛 We’re a very small business.

We’re not a big company or factory. We’re a tiny team of artists and sewists who love to make one-of-a-kind keepsakes using your sentimental clothing.

We don’t rush. We don’t cut corners. We do it all right here in NJ with love and need the time to make these keepsakes for you.

Each memory bear, memory quilt, and pillow is sewn by hand with attention to detail and a lot of heart. No two are ever the same.

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❌ Why we don’t do Black Friday…

We get asked this a lot.

By November, we’re booked solid. Every custom memory bear, memory animal and handmade quilt takes time—and we don’t rush.

So if you’re thinking of gifting a memory keepsake this Christmas, July is the time to order.

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📅 2025 Holiday Deadlines:

August 31 – Memory Quilts
September 30 – Memory Bags & Pillows
October 31 – Memory Bears, Animals & Ornaments

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Thank you for letting us into your lives by sharing your memories.
Thank you for trusting us to make these keepsakes for you that hold so much love.
Thank you for supporting this little bear business!

xo,
Jen & The Patchwork Bear Team
Left to Right: William, Makiko, Laurie, Jen, Caroline, Meghan, Nicola, Chris, Susan (not pictured: Wasem, Debbie & Barbara)
The Patchwork Bear

🎄 Use code CHRISTMASINJULY25 for 20% off

Shop now through July 31 and save on the most meaningful gifts you can give.
Offer expires July 31st and can't be combined with other discounts or previous orders.

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A comforting hug

My mom passed away after a battle with breast cancer. My daughters were struggling with the loss of their Nana. Their faces lit up when they saw their bears! We talked about the different pieces of fabric and what articles of clothing they came from. The bears haven’t left their sides since. They carry them around, sleep with, they’ve even named them. And by total coincidence, the bears arrived on my Mom’s birthday. It was the perfect gift.

A thoughtfully and artfully made time capsule!

I recently received my memory quilt of my daughter’s baby and toddler clothing after years of setting aside the most special items and then too many more years of waiting to get around to it. When I finally committed to getting it done and started browsing online, I found I was not in love with many of the samples I’d seen created by other quilt makers. Enter The Patchwork Bear. I could tell at once that they would craft the kind of piece I’d envisioned all of these years. Needless to say, I am thrilled with the results. Many many thanks!

Just Perfect

Jen at the Patchwork Bear was amazing to work with. She made two bears from one of my dad’s medium dress shirts and they are absolutely precious. She even made certain I’d receive the bears in time for my daughter’s baby shower. If you want a memory bear, I highly recommend Patchwork Bear!

Most amazing keepsake memory pillow!

The pillow was beautifully made. It is the perfect keepsake for the home and pairs perfectly with my upcycled tee shirt blankets. I highly recommend using The Patchwork Bear for turning old tee shirts into new memories.

Memory hesrts

The memory hearts wear made for grandparents from my late grandson clothing they are truly made with love

Patchwork Best for my Granddaughter

Outstanding job. You incorporated every important item into the bear. I am delighted with the final product!

Poignantly Perfect

The bear exceeded all my expectations, it was perfect! Every symbol and emblem that could be used was used in places I never thought was possible. His memory will live long and beautifully on in this perfect little bear.

Mom Is So Happy

My mom was so happy when she got her bear made from dad’s ties. She carries him around everywhere! Thank you so much for keeping his memories alive.

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