I really enjoyed making a bear using clothes I embroidered for my daughter when she was a baby/toddler. The instructions and process were mostly easy to follow. I am by no means a sewing machine expert, but the iron-on pattern & numbering system made it relatively easy to assemble with the novice sewing skills I have. I had some trouble with the ears and arms — nothing that was irreversible (or able to be covered up!) I added buttons for the eyes instead of using embroidery thread. Highly recommend for anyone looking to create a keepsake!
So very easy to follow, great instructions! Made 2 mini bears in 2 days! I was so excited with everything marked and numbered I ordered the bundle of three!
These bears are a beautiful reminder for my sons of their grandfather. He passed away suddenly last year and I wanted my boys to have something of his to remember him by. 🩵 Thank you to The Patchwork Bear for the sweet keepsakes.
I LOVED this iron on template process!!! Your process made it so much easier to visualize the steps to make a bear. I paired this with a matching baby quilt for my colleague's baby shower. She loved it!
I was not sure what to expect. When I opened the box, I was overwhelmed with so many emotions. They did an outstounding job and I know this will be a treasure my daughter will keep forever of her dad. Thank you so much!!
They are so adorable, and well made! Sweet embroidered faces, sturdy stitching and nice seams. They have the logos/pockets from the shirts which is so cute. We really appreciated being contacted to order a second bunny with the extra fabric from our loved one so it wouldn’t be wasted! This is such a special way to save their clothing.
Gave this as a gift to my mother and it was soo special and beautiful. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the wonderful job you did making my special bear, using my Dad’s favorite vest. I have him placed beside my memory lamp with my Dad’s picture. This little bear brings me joy.
IThank you for making the most exquisite bear to memorialize my dad, who passed away 4 years ago. I had kept a few items of his clothing that were sentimental to me and now I have them all in a keepsake that I can pass on….so grateful🙏❤️
Purchased this as a Mother’s Day gift and she was very happy with result. It’s high quality and used the provided garments in an interesting and pleasant way.
Thought the pattern was slightly difficult! Had to rely on my past history of sewing to complete. I did think the woven fusible was a great help because the shirt fabric didn’t fray.
The quilt is exactly what I had envisioned. They did exactly what I asked for. It’s beautiful, high quality and was beautifully packaged. I’m thrilled with it! Thank you for doing this beautiful work.
This bear is one of the best ways to remember your love ones. The bear is so cute and so well made. It is sooo worth the money.
Expectations were exceeded! Not only was the bear made with detail and excellence, but the team was responsive & kept me up to date throughout the entire process. An easy process with an excellent final product!
This is my second order and I was again so excited to unpack the beautiful bears and the matching heart ornaments! The Memory Bear team always creates true masterpieces both in design and quality! Thanks so much for keeping the memories alive for my children and grandchildren!
I have 3 of these bears and love them. Great quality and a forever keepsake. Highly recommend
I ordered two t-shirt quilts for my son who is graduating from college. The ordering process was easy and The Patchwork Bear was very attentive to my requests. They reached out directly to me to ensure my request was interpreted correctly. My order was turned around in record time. I am so pleased with the two quilts! They are beautiful and I know my son will love them and enjoy reminiscing about the stories each shirt holds.
I can’t wait to order more for my family members!
Thank you, The Patchwork Bear!
After my dad’s passing, I kept a few of his favorite shirts, hoping to one day have something made from them.
I’m amazed by how effortlessly I was able to create a mini memory bear! Despite having limited sewing experience, the pattern’s design makes it an ideal choice for beginners. It’s well-written and provides clear instructions, guiding you through ironing the pattern, sewing it together, and stuffing it.
Personally creating a bear out of his clothing was a wonderful way to preserve his memory. Thank you Patchwork Bear!
The bear is beautifully handcrafted; it definitely will become a family heirloom. We got this bear to honor my young son who died tragically 8 months ago. It is made from his favorite shirt and a work shirt that had his name embroidered on it. I received the excess fabric back to use for another project and everything was packaged with care. All together the whole process was easy, well communicated, and very fast.
I am so pleased with the way my quilt turned out! It is better than I could have imagined. So much love, care and thought went into making it. Love, Love, Love it!!! Thank you.
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!
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
