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Memory Bear made with running t-shirts. Saving memories by The Patchwork Bear
Memory Bear made with favorite shirts

The Original Memory Bear

$ 150.00

RECYCLED: Save the memories your clothes hold

REMADE: Place your order, we send shipping instructions & order form, you send your clothes

REMEMBERED: Perfect for celebrating milestones, honoring loved ones, or simply to clear closet clutter


The Original Memory Bear is our best-selling memory bear and one Oprah’s Favorite Things!

Your clothes hold memories from when you wore them. We help save them. Some ideas:

  • Team jerseys from every one of his high school matches,
  • T-shirts from every concert you ever saw, 
  • Dresses and polos from all the places you traveled together
  • and even your wedding dress...

Made with 1-5 adult size clothes.
For baby or infant-size clothes, please order My First Memory Bear

Measures approximately 17 inches tall and features embroidered eyes and nose for added charm and safety. Made entirely from your clothes.

    *This Memory Bear does not include custom personalization. CLICK HERE to add on personalization and other features.


    WE MAKE IT EASY to have a keepsake made out of your most sentimental clothes.

    1. Order your keepsake product
    2. We EMAIL shipping instructions & a printable order form.
    3. Send your clothes to The Patchwork Bear
    4. You'll receive your keepsake in just a few weeks. Instant heirloom!

    Customer Reviews

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    Tamela D. (Los Angeles, US)
    There are some objects that are more than just things

    There are some objects that are more than just things — they are living memories, stitched together with love, loss, and hope.

    My patchwork bear is one of those treasures.

    Made from my father’s clothes, this bear holds a part of him that words could never fully capture. My dad passed away before two of the biggest milestones of my life — my wedding and the launch of my new company. He never got to see the world I’m building, but somehow, having this bear by my side makes it feel like he’s still a part of it all.

    Each piece of fabric tells its own story — a favorite shirt he wore on Sunday mornings, a flannel he loved in the fall, a soft hoodie that reminds me of every adventure he ever took me on. The bear sits proudly in my office: a quiet, comforting presence, a reminder that my roots are strong and that his spirit and love continue to guide me through every risk, every triumph, every dream coming true.

    It’s more than a keepsake — it’s a connection. It’s my father’s laughter, his wisdom, his unwavering belief in me, all stitched together in a form I can hug when the world feels too heavy.

    This bear is proof that love never leaves us. It simply finds new ways to stay close.

    I am so very grateful for this company. I had one made for my mom right away and kept feeling like I needed one too! I'm so glad I have mine. Oh yeah, it's adorable too! MADE TO PERFECTION. Thanks again!

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    Mary (Eastchester, US)
    Most grateful

    So very happy to have found your company. Having a keepsake for my children of their late father's clothing means so much. I wanted one especially to meet the milestone of my daughters graduation. Thank you for your professionalism, understanding and kindness during a difficult and emotional time . The bears are well made . They will be cherished. Thank you again

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    Shonna L. (The Bronx, US)
    Memory Bear

    The bears are a beautiful reminder of our Mom❤️ My sister and I each had one made from my mom's clothes after she passed. We have plans to have more made for her grandkids and great grandkids. Such a special keepsake. Thank you

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    Angela F. (Milton, US)
    Awesome!

    I sent one of my son’s shirts and the end result was perfect. I will cherish this bear forever!!

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    Laura B. (Grand Rapids, US)
    Memory bears

    Such beautiful work!

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    Trish A. (Fuquay-Varina, US)
    These bears are a true blessing.

    My sister and I lost our mom in December. I selected two of her favorite denim shirts and ordered a bear for each of us for our April birthdays. I cried when I opened the box. The bears are made with amazing love and detail. Thank you so much for giving us a part of our mom to cherish and love forever.

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    Heather L. (Fremont, US)
    Precious

    I ordered 2 bears to be made from three of my husbands shirts. A memory bear for my first grandchild, and a smaller one for me.
    They are beautiful, I cried when I opened the box. Precious indeed. Thank You.

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    John C. (Orlando, US)
    Memory Bear

    We had 10 bears done for my dad and they turned out amazingly. Thank you!!

    why us?

    Why choose The Patchwork Bear to make your custom keepsake?

    The Patchwork Bear has been trusted to turn your favorite clothes into keepsakes since 2005 and understand your clothing is irreplaceable- full of stains and memories. We take the utmost care of your clothes in every step of the process from receiving the clothes, to design, to creation and delivery. 

    We know it is difficult to send your clothes away to be cut up, but you can trust that our talented design team will transform them into a keepsake you will love. We get to know you through the clothes you send and our goal is to create custom products from clothing that will bring back happy memories. 

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