Personalized Memorial Gifts
Personalized Memory Bears Stitched With Love
Memory Bears are stuffed animals that are made by hand, usually from sentimental articles of clothing, old garments or some sort of material or item that holds a connection to a special time, event, place or person in one's life. A memory bear can be made from out-grown baby clothing, a blanket or quilt or even a wedding gown or hospital dress. They are often customized with short messages of affection or rembrance or even have a date and time of birth stitched into a paw (or anywhere).
Memory Bears are excellent gifts for mothers, fathers, extended family or relatives, as they remind us of special times in our lives or of people now grown or that have passed on. They become cherished and loved creations that are kept for entire lifetimes.
Memory Bears are not only created from out grown baby clothing. They can be crafted from nearly any material. When someone experiences the loss of a loved one, having one of these very special creations has been shown to help with the grieving process. I can take a favourite shirt, suit or uniform and recreate these garments into a one of a kind memory bear. The results can be overwhelming. When you take a shirt or jacket that was once worn by a family member or a loved one and then turn it into one of these special little bears, the emotional response can be soothing, comforting and familiar. Memory Bears have a remarkable and profound effect on surviving family members. They create peace and bring solace. They become personified memorials, forever instilling warm feelings that are associated with the original owner of the fabrics. Please feel free to explore the Memory Bear Gallery and Testimonials page.
At Handsome Stitchery, I also create Memory Quilts from these same types of materials. They can be made from other blankets, old scarves, mittens or hats, pants or sweaters, similarly to Memory Bears. Really, my quilts and teddy bears can be made from almost any fabric.
I am located near Nanaimo, BC on Vancouver Island in Canada but I am happy to ship internationally. I encourage you to contact me with your project requests. I am very compassionate and sensitive. You are able to discuss with me any questions that may not be answered here. If you have a special idea that you would like me to create for you please contact me, knowing that I will help you to the very best of my ability. Please know that I will take extra gentle care with any garments, accessories or fabrics that are entrusted to me. I understand how precious these are to you. I hope that my Bears will bring you many smiles, tears or perhaps both.
Sincerley, Alicia.
Memory Bears are excellent gifts for mothers, fathers, extended family or relatives, as they remind us of special times in our lives or of people now grown or that have passed on. They become cherished and loved creations that are kept for entire lifetimes.
Memory Bears are not only created from out grown baby clothing. They can be crafted from nearly any material. When someone experiences the loss of a loved one, having one of these very special creations has been shown to help with the grieving process. I can take a favourite shirt, suit or uniform and recreate these garments into a one of a kind memory bear. The results can be overwhelming. When you take a shirt or jacket that was once worn by a family member or a loved one and then turn it into one of these special little bears, the emotional response can be soothing, comforting and familiar. Memory Bears have a remarkable and profound effect on surviving family members. They create peace and bring solace. They become personified memorials, forever instilling warm feelings that are associated with the original owner of the fabrics. Please feel free to explore the Memory Bear Gallery and Testimonials page.
At Handsome Stitchery, I also create Memory Quilts from these same types of materials. They can be made from other blankets, old scarves, mittens or hats, pants or sweaters, similarly to Memory Bears. Really, my quilts and teddy bears can be made from almost any fabric.
I am located near Nanaimo, BC on Vancouver Island in Canada but I am happy to ship internationally. I encourage you to contact me with your project requests. I am very compassionate and sensitive. You are able to discuss with me any questions that may not be answered here. If you have a special idea that you would like me to create for you please contact me, knowing that I will help you to the very best of my ability. Please know that I will take extra gentle care with any garments, accessories or fabrics that are entrusted to me. I understand how precious these are to you. I hope that my Bears will bring you many smiles, tears or perhaps both.
Sincerley, Alicia.
View My Memory BearsOver the years I have hand stitched many of these wonderful little creations for some very special people. Click here to see some of them.
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Memory Bear TestimonialsBefore you entrust me with your sentimental items, you may read the many positive testimonials I have received from my clients here.
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Contact Me For Special ProjectsI specialize in Memory Bears, Memory Quilts and Personalized In Memory Of Gifts. If you have a special request or questions about a project, please contact me.
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