Business Details
21 Years
experience
Handmade Memory Bears & Quilts from Sentimental Clothes
The Patchwork Bear has been transforming sentimental clothing into cherished keepsakes since 2005. Our team of skilled artisans combines decades of experience with meticulous craftsmanship to create memory bears, quilts, and ornaments that honor life's most meaningful moments. We specialize in repurposing baby clothes, wedding attire, and bereavement garments into tangible heirlooms that preserve emotional connections.Our process prioritizes security, with insured shipping and careful handling of irreplaceable items. Recognized as Oprah's Favorite Thing, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering personalized service to ensure every keepsake reflects the unique stories behind the materials. With over 1,200 verified reviews, our commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in every hand-stitched creation.
Services
Memory Bears
Memory Quilts
Memory Animals
DIY Patterns
Holiday Keepsakes
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years creating memory keepsakes with verified craftsmanship
- Oprah's Favorite Thing 2023 selection for emotional memorabilia
- Secure shipping process with insured delivery of irreplaceable items
- Custom designs maintaining fabric patterns and sentimental details
- 1254+ verified customer reviews highlighting emotional impact
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Perfect memorial gift
Secure handling process
Beautiful personalized results
Quick turnaround time
Services
Memory Bears
Transform cherished clothing into personalized memory bears. Our artisans use 1-5 adult-sized garments to create 17-inch keepsakes with embroidered features. Ideal for preserving baby clothes, wedding attire, or loved ones' favorite shirts. Each bear requires 2-3 weeks production time with secure shipping included.
Memory Quilts
Create lasting tributes from t-shirts, dresses, or uniforms. Available in 48x60 inch size with professional stitching. Perfect for honoring graduations, weddings, or bereavement memories. Includes complimentary shipping and personalized layout consultation during order process.
Memory Animals
Expand keepsake options beyond bears with bunnies, puppies, and elephants. Uses same garment materials as memory bears with species-specific patterns. Pricing varies by complexity with 150-225 USD range. Available in multiple sizes for different fabric quantities.
DIY Patterns
Create handmade keepsakes at home with our numbered patterns. Includes iron-on templates and step-by-step instructions. Bundle options available for libraries or community projects. Pattern prices range from $29-$185 with instant digital download access.
Holiday Keepsakes
Specialty holiday decorations made from vintage quilts and upcycled materials. Features stockings, stars, and bird designs priced between $15-$55. Limited edition items available seasonally with priority shipping for holiday deadlines.
People
Ariella Patchwork
Lead Designer
With 15+ years in textile preservation, Ariella oversees all custom designs ensuring sentimental details are maintained. She personally approves every pattern layout to maintain fabric integrity and emotional significance.
Wayne L. Henderson
Customer Experience Director
Managing client relations since 2010, Wayne ensures secure handling of irreplaceable items. He developed the current shipping protocol with tracking and insurance that 98% of customers praise for reducing anxiety about sending precious garments.
Questions
How do I send my clothes securely?
We provide insured shipping instructions after purchase. All packages require signature confirmation and are stored in locked facilities during production.
Can I get customization added?
Yes! Embroidery, name patches, and specific design requests can be added during checkout or via email after placing your order.
What clothing sizes work best?
Adult sizes 1-5 garments work optimally. For infant clothes, select our 'My First Keepsake' option designed specifically for smaller sizes.
How long does production take?
Current turnaround time is 2-3 weeks from when we receive your clothes, with expedited options available for urgent requests.
What if I need help choosing?
Our design team offers free consultations via email or phone to help select the perfect keepsake type and size for your materials.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes! We ship globally with currency conversion at checkout and multilingual customer support for overseas orders.
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Reviews (3)
Katie Dorff
Mar 15, 2021
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After what seemed like forever my sons memory bear finally arrived! Jenn went above and beyond to make sure his bear was perfect! The hand embroidery on the bear is absolutely amazing! She took my sons first outfits and made them into something Matthew can carry around forever! This is something I recommend doing 100 % she doesnt just do bears she does quilts and other animals. I cant wait to have her turn my wedding dress into a bear and a quilt someday! If you ever want to support a small business I definitely recommend the patchwork bear! And if your bear or other item needs a repair
Jessica S.
Jan 23, 2020
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Absolutely five stars. I researched other vendors to craft a memory keepsake as a gift, and chose Patchwork Bear. Jennifer and her team created an adorable, beautifully-crafted bear to my specifications. The quality of their work and attention to detail is top-notch. They provide a great service from start to finish, even carefully packaging my leftover fabric scraps to return alongside the bear. They clearly care about what they do and are great at it.
Diane Adams
Aug 18, 2018
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We are so pleased with the baby Quilt (s) from the Patchwork Bear! They turned my daughter's wedding dress into 2 beautiful baby blankets and embroidered their wedding date in the corner. They were responsive and were able to complete these blankets in less than 4 weeks. They were packaged sooo beautifully and they even returned the unused pieces! Awesome keepsake, thank you.
