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The Collection

A bear stitched from a memory.

Each memory bear is hand-cut and sewn from a single shirt — keeping the original collar, buttons, or pocket whenever possible. The result is a soft, hold-it-close keepsake that carries the warmth of the person who wore it.

Starting at $50

Choose your option

16" bear
$50 / $55
18" bear
$55 / $60
Add-ons
+$5 embroidery · +$5 patches
Lead time
6–8 weeks
Vikings memory bear made from a fan's jerseyPatchwork memory bear with button eyesBurgundy and navy plaid memory bear with 'Once my shirt, now this bear' embroidered on the footMint green and navy plaid memory bear with love-note embroidered footpadsSoft pink memory bear with 'Love, Popps' embroidered on the footColorful floral patchwork memory bear with 'Lilie' embroidered on a denim footpadBaby memory bear from Christopher's first outfits with birth stats embroidered on the feetPlaid and woodland memory bear with 'brother' and birth details embroidered on the feetPink and lavender floral memory bear for Isabella Marie Moore with birth stats on the feetSoft blue and white baby memory bear made from newborn onesies with puppy embroideryGrandpa Terry memory bear made from a blue striped dress shirt with denim feetGrandpa Terry memory bear made from a blue plaid shirt with embroidered name and datesTerry Eugene Kimmel memory bear in bright blue plaid with denim feet and embroidered datesTerry Eugene Kimmel memory bear in gray and blue plaid with denim feet and embroidered datesPatchwork memory bear from Roger's shirts with 'When you hold them, I'll be there' embroidered on the feetPurple and tie-dye memory bear from Aunt Molly's shirts with 'Give me a squeeze' embroidered on the feetMizzou memory bear from Daddy's shirts with 'A hug from Daddy is right here for you' embroidered on the feetColorful patchwork memory bear from Bernie's shirts with 'These are shirts I used to wear' embroidered on the feetBright patchwork memory bear from Grandpa's shirts with 'Love, Grandpa' embroidered on the feetMatching pair of cardinal and berry print memory bears in two sizesPink polka dot and heart memory bear with 'Gigi' embroidered on the footBlue moon and stars flannel memory bear for Mom with birth and memorial dates embroidered on the feet

About this piece

Memory bears are the most popular keepsake in the studio — and the most personal. Whether it's a flannel he wore every weekend, a uniform she retired, or the smallest baby onesie, the fabric becomes the bear.

I plan each bear around the most meaningful details of the garment. Pockets become the chest. Plackets become the front seam. Embroidery is preserved whenever possible. No two are alike.

What to send

  • 1 adult-sized button-down or flannel shirt (clean and laundered)
  • Optional: a second shirt for accents, paw pads, or ear linings
  • Optional: a small note about the person — I love hearing the story

Let's create something meaningful

Reach out today to discuss your project. I'm currently accepting custom orders for the upcoming season.

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