Patchwork Memories Memory Bears

A memory bear is a hand-made 16” stuffed teddy bear that is made of your favorite fabrics and photos. We use small squares of fabric to construct the teddy bear. We can use pieces of your favorite kids’ clothing, wedding items, uniforms, your dad’s favorite flannel shirt, or anything else special to you. Your favorite things will be combined to create a darling, one-of-a-kind bear. You can also send us your favorite photographs; we will transfer them to fabric and include them to make your bear special.

Our Difference

Pricing

Occasions

FAQ

We take great pride in our products. As award-winning quilters, we know what it takes to make a quality bear. The materials that we use in your bear are the same materials that we use in our own ribbon-winning quilts. The cotton fabrics won’t fade, are stronger than the standard cotton fabrics, and are made specifically for quilts.

The machines used to construct your bear are professional-grade. More than anything else, the people who will make your bear love what they do, and can’t wait to sew for you.

We promise excellent customer service and will really listen to your requests. We have hundreds of satisfied customers who would agree that Patchwork Memories, Inc. is a great company if you are looking for a personalized bear!

Memory Bear

16" Tall

$130

Memory Bunny

16" Tall

$130

Photo Memory Bear

16" Tall

$180

Create a Memory Bear for a baby shower gift or an adoption gift using photos or fabrics from the baby’s new family.
Send your child to summer camp with a reminder of home, and someone to cuddle up with at night. Have us leave a few open blocks to let your child’s new friends sign his bear.
Send your “big kid” off to college with a bear full of pictures of their High School friends.
Treat yourself to something special with all those clothes you’ve been saving from your child or another loved one.
A Get-Well Memory Bear with pictures of special people makes anyone smile.
A Memory Bear makes a great moving gift for those good friends, or a “Miss You” reminder for that special someone far away.
Have us create a Memory Bear that you can use as an autograph collector.
Create a “Brag Bear” with pictures for grandparents to show off to friends.
Great use for a well-worn quilt that may be too fragile for everyday use.

Why choose Patchwork Memories, Inc.?

We take great pride in our products. As award-winning quilters, we know what it takes to make a quality quilt. The materials that we use in your quilts are the same materials that we use in our own ribbon-winning quilts. The cotton fabrics won’t fade, are stronger than the standard cotton fabrics, and are made specifically for quilts. The machines used to construct and quilt your quilts are professional-grade. More than anything else, the people who will make your quilt love what they do, and can’t wait to sew for you. We promise excellent customer service and will really listen to your requests. We have hundreds of satisfied customers who would agree that Patchwork Memories, Inc. is a great company if you are looking for a personalized quilt!

Tell me about your company

Patchwork Memories, Inc.® is a fully licensed and insured corporation operating entirely within North Carolina, USA. Be assured that we run a professional, efficient, and organized company, and we will take great care with your treasured items. Even though we’ve made hundreds of quilts, we know how much yours means to you, and each quilt gets the care and attention that our own quilts receive. We are a small 2-person business, and both of us loves the art of quilts and quilting.

What is included in the price?

Everything needed to make your quilt, except for your personal items, is included in your price. We use quilter’s-quality 100% cotton fabric, a premium cotton blend batting sold for use in heirloom quilts, and high-quality cotton thread in the creation of your quilt. Because we have many local clients, shipping charges are additional, and are $20 per quilt.

How long does the process take?

Normal turnaround time for a standard setting t-shirt quilt or a framed quilt is about a month, but if you have a special event and need it quicker, please let us know! Other quilts and bears may take longer. Delivery times may be delayed near Christmas and the May/June graduation season, as these are our busiest times. Get on our calendar early for these seasons!

Can I get embroidery on my quilt?

Of course. We have a Babylock brand professional embroidery machine. This machine allows us to embroider images or personalized wording on your creations that will look terrific for the life of the quilt. We offer a huge variety of embroidery designs.

How are the edges of the quilt finished?

We use a double-folded fabric binding for strength and durability. This binding is machine-stitched to the front and back of each quilt for extra strength.

Do you machine-quilt your quilts?

Absolutely! We have a state-of-the-art APQS Millenium longarm quilting machine. This machine allows us to machine quilt your quilts at the highest quality, which helps the quilt last longer and provides beautiful quilting stitches on your quilt.

Can I wash my quilt?

Yes, you can! Our family has a t-shirt quilt that is often used at sporting events and picnics. We just toss it in the washer and dryer and it’s ready for our next adventure! For memory quilts, we advise caring for them based on the most delicate piece of fabric in the quilt.

How much fabric does it take to make a Memory Bear?

Each bear requires about 80 4” square pieces of fabric! Usually 5 large shirts will do the job, though the bears are often more interesting if more fabrics are included.

Are there any clothing items that cannot be used in a bear?

Nearly everything can be incorporated into a Memory Quilt. Some items that don’t work well include sweaters or other loosely knitted items and leather. Keep in mind that the items in your quilt will dictate how the quilt can be laundered. We never recommend dry-cleaning quilts, as the chemicals are too harsh and will cause the quilt fibers to breakdown prematurely.

How are photos included?

Through a special process, we can transfer photos to fabric for inclusion in your quilt. We start with prints or with high-resolution digital images. We can also include anything that can be scanned, such as ticket stubs, invitations, newspaper clippings, and letters. The fabric photos are washable, but may fade if washed many times.


	Patchwork Memories Home Products T-Shirt Quilts Memory Quilts Memory Bears Framed Quilts Quilt Care Supplies Gallery About Us News Order A memory bear is a hand-made 16” stuffed teddy bear that is made of your favorite fabrics and photos. We use small squares of fabric to construct the teddy bear. We can use pieces of your favorite kids’ clothing, wedding items, uniforms, your dad’s favorite flannel shirt, or anything else special to you. Your favorite things will be combined to create a darling, one-of-a-kind bear. You can also send us your favorite photographs; we will transfer them to fabric and include them to make your bear special. Our Difference Pricing Occasions FAQ We take great pride in our products. As award-winning quilters, we know what it takes to make a quality bear. The materials that we use in your bear are the same materials that we use in our own ribbon-winning quilts. The cotton fabrics won’t fade, are stronger than the standard cotton fabrics, and are made specifically for quilts. The machines used to construct your bear are professional-grade. More than anything else, the people who will make your bear love what they do, and can’t wait to sew for you. We promise excellent customer service and will really listen to your requests. We have hundreds of satisfied customers who would agree that Patchwork Memories, Inc. is a great company if you are looking for a personalized bear! Memory Bear 16" Tall $130 Memory Bunny 16" Tall $130 Photo Memory Bear 16" Tall $180 Create a Memory Bear for a baby shower gift or an adoption gift using photos or fabrics from the baby’s new family. Send your child to summer camp with a reminder of home, and someone to cuddle up with at night. Have us leave a few open blocks to let your child’s new friends sign his bear. Send your “big kid” off to college with a bear full of pictures of their High School friends. Treat yourself to something special with all those clothes you’ve been saving from your child or another loved one. A Get-Well Memory Bear with pictures of special people makes anyone smile. A Memory Bear makes a great moving gift for those good friends, or a “Miss You” reminder for that special someone far away. Have us create a Memory Bear that you can use as an autograph collector. Create a “Brag Bear” with pictures for grandparents to show off to friends. Great use for a well-worn quilt that may be too fragile for everyday use. Why choose Patchwork Memories, Inc.? We take great pride in our products. As award-winning quilters, we know what it takes to make a quality quilt. The materials that we use in your quilts are the same materials that we use in our own ribbon-winning quilts. The cotton fabrics won’t fade, are stronger than the standard cotton fabrics, and are made specifically for quilts. The machines used to construct and quilt your quilts are professional-grade. More than anything else, the people who will make your quilt love what they do, and can’t wait to sew for you. We promise excellent customer service and will really listen to your requests. We have hundreds of satisfied customers who would agree that Patchwork Memories, Inc. is a great company if you are looking for a personalized quilt! Tell me about your company Patchwork Memories, Inc.® is a fully licensed and insured corporation operating entirely within North Carolina, USA. Be assured that we run a professional, efficient, and organized company, and we will take great care with your treasured items. Even though we’ve made hundreds of quilts, we know how much yours means to you, and each quilt gets the care and attention that our own quilts receive. We are a small 2-person business, and both of us loves the art of quilts and quilting. What is included in the price? Everything needed to make your quilt, except for your personal items, is included in your price. We use quilter’s-quality 100% cotton fabric, a premium cotton blend batting sold for use in heirloom quilts, and high-quality cotton thread in the creation of your quilt. Because we have many local clients, shipping charges are additional, and are $20 per quilt. How long does the process take? Normal turnaround time for a standard setting t-shirt quilt or a framed quilt is about a month, but if you have a special event and need it quicker, please let us know! Other quilts and bears may take longer. Delivery times may be delayed near Christmas and the May/June graduation season, as these are our busiest times. Get on our calendar early for these seasons! Can I get embroidery on my quilt? Of course. We have a Babylock brand professional embroidery machine. This machine allows us to embroider images or personalized wording on your creations that will look terrific for the life of the quilt. We offer a huge variety of embroidery designs. How are the edges of the quilt finished? We use a double-folded fabric binding for strength and durability. This binding is machine-stitched to the front and back of each quilt for extra strength. Do you machine-quilt your quilts? Absolutely! We have a state-of-the-art APQS Millenium longarm quilting machine. This machine allows us to machine quilt your quilts at the highest quality, which helps the quilt last longer and provides beautiful quilting stitches on your quilt. Can I wash my quilt? Yes, you can! Our family has a t-shirt quilt that is often used at sporting events and picnics. We just toss it in the washer and dryer and it’s ready for our next adventure! For memory quilts, we advise caring for them based on the most delicate piece of fabric in the quilt. How much fabric does it take to make a Memory Bear? Each bear requires about 80 4” square pieces of fabric! Usually 5 large shirts will do the job, though the bears are often more interesting if more fabrics are included. Are there any clothing items that cannot be used in a bear? Nearly everything can be incorporated into a Memory Quilt. Some items that don’t work well include sweaters or other loosely knitted items and leather. Keep in mind that the items in your quilt will dictate how the quilt can be laundered. We never recommend dry-cleaning quilts, as the chemicals are too harsh and will cause the quilt fibers to breakdown prematurely. How are photos included? Through a special process, we can transfer photos to fabric for inclusion in your quilt. We start with prints or with high-resolution digital images. We can also include anything that can be scanned, such as ticket stubs, invitations, newspaper clippings, and letters. The fabric photos are washable, but may fade if washed many times. Home Products T-Shirt Quilts Memory Quilts Memory Bears Framed Quilts Quilt Care Supplies Gallery About Us News Order "My bear arrived thirty minutes ago. I opened the package immediately and have been unable to stop looking at him. I could feel the love you put into your handiwork. He is absolutely perfect in every way. There are no words adequate to express my gratitude. For now I'll just offer a simple Thank You." - Geri in Chicago, Illinois "We received the bear and we love it. It looks so cute and adorable. Thanks so much for a great job. I'm going to put in an order for a memory quilt with Caley's dad's clothes. I know it will be a while before you can get to it, but now I know how much it is worth it from just seeing the bear." - Lesley in Sacramento, California “Julianne, thank you so very much. The [memory] cat is beautiful and it served its purpose. I originally was going to give it on Mother’s Day but a situation occurred today with the recipient, and it was perfect timing. The whole office was in tears, including myself (I say reluctantly). Thanks again. - Eric in Wilmington, Delaware "Julianne initiated a wonderful dialogue of ideas to personalize my bear. This type of personalized and caring service resulted in a truly special and meaningful gift...at a great price!" - Dianna in Cincinnati, Ohio "Bear! Bear!" - Avery (18 months old) in Ralegh, North Carolina © 2009 Patchwork Memories, Inc. * 919-656-1506 * Cary, NC