{"product_id":"handmade-memory-bear-keepsake-made-from-bridal-gown-baby-shower-gift-stuffed-animal","title":"Handmade Memory Bear: Keepsake Made from Bridal Gown, Baby Shower Gift, Stuffed Animal","description":"*To see examples of my work and more bear designs join my Country Corner Sewing Facebook Group\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis listing is specifically for those special occasion outfits that you want to turn into a memory bear. Why let that dress from your friends wedding hanging in the closet never to be used again. \u003cbr\u003eMatching tutu and floral headband are included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA NOTE ABOUT PRICING:\u003cbr\u003eThis bear is price differently that my other bears because of the delicate nature of the fabrics used in these types of outfits. The delicate fabrics require extra preparation and skill when working with them. If hand sewing is required there may be extra charges. please allow extra time for completion when sending a dress of this nature. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI will deconstruct the clothing you provide and create a memory bear from it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHOW TO ORDER:\u003cbr\u003e       1. Choose your options and place your order. Leave all customizing details in \u003cbr\u003e          the personalization box.\u003cbr\u003e       2. Once the order is placed, I will send you the shipping address for sending the clothing.\u003cbr\u003e       3. Prepare and send clothing to the sending address (below)within 3 days of \u003cbr\u003e           placing the order. Contact me if this is a problem, as I am flexible on this.\u003cbr\u003e     ***Please expect a minimum 12 week wait for this customized item. Order early thank you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHOW MUCH CLOTHING:\u003cbr\u003eAdults clothing : 1-2 pieces make 1 bear\u003cbr\u003eChildren's and baby clothing: 6-7 pieces make 1 bear\u003cbr\u003e-Sizes make a difference, so you may need more or less fabric. Example: 1 large adult shirt will make 1 bear. 6 pieces of newborn clothing will barely make a bear. Please ask if in doubt. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eACCEPTABLE CLOTHING- \u003cbr\u003eYES- Cotton, cotton blends, flannel, polyester, polyester blends, stretchy denim, seersucker, T-shirts, sweatshirts, button downs, light weight jackets, robes, and light weight sweaters. \u003cbr\u003eNO- leather, sequins (a few may be okay), see through items, swimsuits, fur coats, and under garments. \u003cbr\u003ePlease launder clothing if needed prior to shipping.\u003cbr\u003ePLEASE ASK if you are in doubt.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING: \u003cbr\u003eShipping cost for sending clothing to me is the customer's responsibility. Orders are completed in the order that I receive your clothing. Failing to send promptly will change your estimated start and finish time frame.\u003cbr\u003eShipping of your completed bear is included in the price. \u003cbr\u003eShipping cost for return of scrap fabric is the customer's responsibility. This must be requested; if it is not, I will discard leftover fabric.\u003cbr\u003eLarge orders will ship in multiple shipments. For example, if you order 6 bears, you may receive 2 shipments of 3 bears.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMESSAGES:\u003cbr\u003eI know it is scary to send these precious items away. Please know that I will take good care of them while I have them. \u003cbr\u003eI SEND MESSAGES WHEN:\u003cbr\u003e-your clothing is received\u003cbr\u003e-your is ready to start\u003cbr\u003e-your order is finished\u003cbr\u003e-if I have questions while making your bear I will contact you\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**You are welcome to message me throughout the process but PLEASE keep this to a minimum. The more time I spend on answering messages the longer the wait for everyone waiting. Thank you for understanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMY PROCESS:\u003cbr\u003eEach memory bear is unique and special to those who have trusted me to make it. It deserves as much time and attention as needed to make it a treasured memory to hold onto for years to come. For this reason I can not give an exact completion day. I will not rush the making of any bear.\u003cbr\u003eThere are 8 steps in the process of making your item. They are not all completed at the same time because I work on several orders at a time in different stages of the process. I can not predict how long each order will take to complete because I do not know what I am working with until that order starts and I see what has been sent. \u003cbr\u003eWhen I open your package the first thing I will do is evaluate the fabric and come up with a plan for the order. I welcome your ideas for this part so please include any notes in your package that will help me create your vision. I will contact you if needed during this step of the process. Different fabrics need different preparations; this amount of time varies depending on what has been sent to me. The amount of embroidery that is requested can significantly change your completion time so please factor that into the wait. Once the item reaches the sewing stage it is getting close to finished. Sewing is the fastest part of the process but there is always a line at the sewing machine and this is where I spend most of my day. Completion time is only an estimate.\u003cbr\u003eI will do my best to get the order shipped as quickly as possible because I understand the importance of this special purchase and how eager you are to receive it. \u003cbr\u003eOnce your order is placed you are being added into my order queue your order will start when I reach your name on the list. You should send your clothing as soon as possible or you could be moved further down in the queue. I have a waitlist for orders year round.   I can give you estimated start and finish dates but please understand it's an estimate.  When it is your order's turn I will contact you and let you know that I am starting the prep work on your order. Your order will be worked all the way up to the sewing phase of the project. I do keep several orders prepped and waiting to be sewn at a time. When your item is finished you will be contacted again with pictures and tracking info.\u003cbr\u003ePlease remember the time frames I provide are estimates based on the number of orders ahead of yours. If you're ordering multiple bears, do keep in mind that it may take longer to complete your order. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***If you have a specific date by which you need your order, please ask if this is possible BEFORE ordering. I can not cancel your order after it is placed. \u003cbr\u003ePlease do not assume that the time frame etsy sets for your order is correct. I work on orders in the order that I receive the clothing. Etsy does not know when you place the order how long it will be until I receive the clothing that you send. Their system does not calculate the difference in time needed to complete an order of 6 bears and an order of 2 bears.  If you have any questions about time frames please ask before ordering. Thank you so much for your patience, understanding, and support!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e *All bears include a headband or bow tie unless stated that you don't want them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Left over fabric will be discarded unless requested back in the personalization box. Customers are responsible for shipping charges related to the scrap fabric. You will receive an invoice for the charges through email once your order is complete. You will have 3 days to take care of paying the invoice or the scrap fabric will be discarded. I do not have room to keep it longer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT: Returns and refunds not accepted. please contact if there is a problem.  No cancellations after purchase. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**This item is designed to be a keepsake for display purposes only. It is not intended to be used as a toy by children under the age of 3. If ordering for a child you must choose embroidered eyes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**All items are made in a SMOKE FREE, DOG FRIENDLY home. in the winter months we do use a wood stove in the basement. My sewing studio is in the Garage.***Some product photos have AI generated backgrounds for photo taking purposes only. 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