The Original Memory Bear
- Description
- How it works
Your clothes hold memories from when you wore them. We help save them.
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We can turn them all into a handcrafted, keepsake bear that gives your memories so much more meaning than clothing stuffed away in a cardboard box
This Original Memory Bear is our best-selling memory bear, and was featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things!
Measures approximately 17 inches tall and features embroidered eyes and nose for added charm and safety.
How does it work?
- Place your order here.
- We EMAIL you shipping instructions
- Send 1-2 adult (or 4-10 baby/child) clothes to us and in approximately 4-6 weeks, you'll receive a custom memory bear made entirely from your clothes!
*This Memory Bear does not include custom personalization. You can order HERE to purchase a bear with personalization.
If you would like to give a Memory Bear as a gift, please order our Memory Bear Gift Kit. (It's the same as this memory bear, just packaged for gift giving!)
Please note: These are keepsake memory bears and not toys. They are not designed or intended for use as a toy for children of any age. While we do not use any buttons, plastic eyes or small parts, they are made entirely from your clothes and therefore have not been tested and do not conform to any safety standards or guidelines in place for children’s toys. The Patchwork Bear does not accept any liability for the misuse of these keepsakes.
Step 1: Order your keepsake product
Step 2: We email shipping instructions and an order form
After your order is processed, we EMAIL shipping instructions & a printable order form.
(Gift Kits will ship in 2-3 days and include an order form, shipping instructions & mailing bag)
Step 3: Send your clothes to the patchwork bear
All packages sent to us are signed for upon receipt and kept in a safe, indoor location. We know your clothes are irreplaceable and we take great care throughout the process
Step 4: receive your keepsake in just a few weeks. Instant heirloom!
Please allow 4-6 weeks for memory bears & animals; 8-12 weeks for quilts & bags. May take longer during holidays (Oct-Dec).
CONTACT US if you have a specific deadline or any questions. We can't wait to help you save your memories!
88 Reviews
Customer Reviews
The Original Memory Bear
The bear came just as requested.
The Original Memory Bear
I ordered 2 bear's made from my clothes of my son who passed away. They are beautiful! Great keep sakes along with our memories and pictures.
They were on time. I was advised of progress and when they shipped.
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Yes. I would recommend and order again!
I purchased a bear two years ago for my granddaughter and a bunny this year for my grandson. They were made from my son-in-law’s fathers shirts who tragically passed away 2 weeks before his granddaughter was born. These animals were very well made and that they were made from grandpa’s shirts, touched my son-in-law and daughter so much. These are the most meaningful gifts ever. And the company was wonderful to deal with.
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.
award winning
One of Oprahs's Favorite Things
If OPRAH trusts us, you can too! In 2017, we were thrilled to have our Memory Bear chosen as one of Oprah's Favorite Things.
Our products have received numerous awards and recognition, notably the Creative Child Product of the Year and Oprah's Favorite Things List.
