Materials: hypoallergenic polyester fiberfill, cotton, interfacing, thread, plastic eyes
This handmade stuffed elephant is made from your loved one’s clothing. Preserve the special memory of a loved one who has passed on. Have a keepsake of special clothing or events, like baby clothes or wedding outfits.
You send me your special clothing, and I will deconstruct the clothing and create the memory elephant from it. Once completed, I will return it to you.
*To see examples of my work and more bear designs, join my Country Corner Sewing Facebook Group
SIZE: This elephant measures approximately 12-14 inches tall when finished
HOW MUCH CLOTHING:
Adults clothing : 1-2 pieces make 1 elephant
Children's and baby clothing: 7-9 pieces
-If sending baby clothes please make sure at least 2 items are 6 mo. size or send a receiving blanket for body pieces. Please ask if in doubt.
HOW TO ORDER:
1.Choose your options and place your order. Leave all customizing details in
the notes box when checking out.
2. Once the order is placed I will send you the shipping address for sending the clothing.
3. Prepare and send clothing to sending address (below)within 3 days of
placing order. Contact me if this is a problem as I am flexible on this.
MY PROCESS:
Once your order is placed you are being added into my order queue. 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. Orders are worked in the order they are received. I do not offer a rush service out of fairness to those who are already waiting in line. I can give you estimated start and finish dates but please understand that with this highly customized item there is no way to calculate exactly how long each customer's bear will take to finish. 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.
Please remember the time frames I provide are estimates based on the number of orders ahead of yours but they are only estimates. If you're ordering multiple bears, do keep in mind that it may take longer to complete your order.
The complexity of your customization and the amount of embroidery you request will influence the amount of time it takes to complete your order.
I do my best to work as quickly and efficiently as possible, but as I am a one-person operation with only my husband assisting me, your patience is greatly appreciated.
If you have a specific date by which you need your order, please let me know before ordering, and I’ll do my best to let you know if your time frame can be accommodated.
If you have any questions about time frames please ask before ordering. You can contact me with questions @ CountryCornerSewing@aol.com.
Thank you so much for your patience, understanding, and support!
ACCEPTABLE CLOTHING-
YES- Cotton, cotton blends, flannel, polyester, polyester blends, stretchy denim, seersucker, T-shirts, sweatshirts, button downs, light weight jackets, robes, and light weight sweaters.
NO- leather, sequins (a few may be okay), see through items, swimsuits, fur coats, and under garments.
Please launder clothing if needed prior to shipping.
PLEASE ASK if you are in doubt.
Amount of CLOTHING NEEDED per bear:
Adults clothing : 1-2 pieces
Children and baby clothing: 5-6 pieces
-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.
*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.
MESSAGES: I will contact you when I receive your clothing, when I start working on your order, and when the order is finished. I work on more than one order at a time so please be patient. Thank you.
IMPORTANT: Returns and refunds not accepted. please contact if there is a problem. Please ask all questions prior to making your purchase. No cancellations after purchase..
** This item is designed to be a keepsake. It is not a toy. Children should be supervised when handling the item.
**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.
