A truly special keepsake for those wanting something extraordinary. Handcrafted from your cherished garments, this deluxe Memory Dog design celebrates texture, pattern, and craftsmanship. Perfect for uniforms, baby clothing with bold prints, or fabric featuring meaningful patches and emblems. Every panel is placed with intention to tell your story beautifully.
Each deluxe Memory Dog includes enhanced detailing:
Movable head for lifelike expression and gentle personality
Beautiful doggy jowls
Reinforced ears, sculpted with Worbla for lasting structure and definition
Choice of sculpted clay nose or safety nose, adding a refined finish.
Precision stitching to highlight contrast fabrics, logos, and patches
Airbrushing to highlight facial features
Made from a blend of your chosen fabrics, this keepsake is perfect for honouring someone’s memory, celebrating a milestone, or preserving a beloved uniform. Every stitch is done by hand with care and creativity sewn into each detail.
A true showpiece, as meaningful as it is beautifully made.
• Please send a photo of your chosen fabric(s) before mailing to confirm suitability for this particular bear. Most fabrics are suitable.
• Ship your freshly laundered garments to my studio (address provided after purchase)
• Bear is approximately 45cm tall (sitting), fully jointed legs, and head, safety eyes. Option to upgrade to a clay sculpted nose (see lion art doll for nose example) from shaped safety nose.
Important to Note:
• Bears are intended as keepsakes, not toys for children or rough play.
Personalisation Options:
Choose from several embroidery options:
• Basic (up to 6 letters): Initials or short name
• Standard (7–15 letters or date): Name, short message, or date
• Deluxe (16+ letters or 1 small image): Longer message or a small simple design (e.g. a heart or star)
• Custom: For multiple images or advanced designs—message for a quote
Unsure what to choose? Just send me a message!
I am passionate about creating meaningful, custom keepsakes. If you have another animal or unique idea in mind, please get in touch. I look forward to helping you create a lasting memory.
Please remember to add your chosen embroidery, accessories, or custom add-on options to your basket from our Add-ons and Embroidery section before checking out
Deluxe Memory Dog – Artisanal Patchwork Keepsake
Materials:
Created from your own cherished clothing or fabric items, each bear is stabilised and reinforced with woven cotton interfacing to ensure durability. Filled with soft, toy-grade stuffing for a lasting, huggable finish.
(Art dolls are made using premium fabrics. Unless requested and discussed, you are not required to provide your own materials.)
How it works:
Place your order.
You’ll receive an email with instructions on how to post your chosen clothing items.
Once received, I’ll confirm fabrics and design layout before sewing begins.
Your finished Memory Bear will be carefully packaged and sent home, ready to treasure.
Care Instructions:
Spot clean gently with a damp cloth.
Do not machine wash or tumble dry, as this will damage your bear.
Keep away from direct heat and prolonged sunlight to preserve fabric colours.
Special Features:
Fully handmade in Australia.
Each bear is unique. No two are ever the same.
Can be personalised with embroidery (names, dates, or special messages).
Optional upgrades available: weighted filling, voice recorder insert, or ashes inclusion.
Why Customers Love This Bear:
Memory Bears are a meaningful way to keep loved ones close. Whether it's created from a baby’s first clothes, a favourite shirt, or a treasured garment, each bear holds a story. This bear isn’t just a keepsake, it’s a comforting reminder you can hold onto, pass down, and cherish for years to come.
Because memories shouldn’t stay in wardrobes.