Why choose ReMinkie?

  • Highest quality memory bears on the market today (fully jointed arms and legs, fully lined, durable to last a lifetime)

  • Over 20 years experience and expertise in making memory bears in honor of and memory of loved ones

  • Transform ANY fur or fabric into a memory bear or custom keepsake

  • Intricate Personalization includes adding monograms, embroidery, buttons, scarves, neckties, bows, and more to your personalized teddy bears

What to Do with Old Wedding Dress: Memory Bears

Memory Bear Gallery

We make personalized teddy bears from furs and a wide variety of fabrics. View a gallery of bears made from clothing: furs, corduroy, tweed, blankets, wedding dress, uniform, neckties, and more. Click on any image below to enlarge.

Memory Bear / New Baby Gifts
Delight a child with a memory bear! In the words of our customer: "Rita, I'm am so impressed with the quality and design of the bear. My great-niece will cherish it forever. You did a wonderful and timely job." ~ Sharon P
Memory bears bring joy and comfort to a family after loss
Memory bears bring joy and comfort to a family after loss. In the words of our customer: "Rita, these bears are precious and I can’t thank you enough for the beautiful job you did with my father's coats. We love them and everyday I hug my bear and it makes me feel better." ~ Debbie G.
Memory Bear
Memory Bear made as the perfect keepsake for 1st Grandson!
Memory Bear
"Needless to say, my granddaughter loved her Teddy Bear! Thank you so much. She lives in Chile and is taking the bear home with her." - SM. Memory bear was made from old fur coats.
15 grandchildren are delighted by ReMinkie memory bears - made from their grandmother's beautiful mink furs.
15 grandchildren are delighted by ReMinkie memory bears - made from their grandmother's beautiful mink furs.
A gift of a lifetime! On opening night, an actress receives a memory bear that we designed from her grandmother's red leather jacket. Her grandmother, who recently passed away, always supported her theatrical pursuits. In the words of our customer: "It was such a special moment! Grandma was there in many ways and now the red leather bear holds a special place in her heart as well! Thank you and your staff for making it happen!!"
A gift of a lifetime! On opening night, an actress receives a memory bear that we designed from her grandmother's red leather jacket. Her grandmother, who recently passed away, always supported her theatrical pursuits. In the words of our customer: "It was such a special moment! Grandma was there in many ways and now the red leather bear holds a special place in her heart as well! Thank you and your staff for making it happen!!"
memory bears for grandchildren
Memory Bears Delight the Whole Family
Memory Bears Delight the Whole Family
Rebeca (a 2 year old granddaughter) loves her memory bear!
Rebeca (a 2 year old granddaughter) loves her memory bear!
"Dear Rita -- The bears arrived today, and I'm just thrilled! They're gorgeous! Their little faces are so expressive - beautiful! I'm keeping one for myself and giving the other to my sister. (But I can't decide which one to keep.) Thank you so much!! ~ Maggie"
"Dear Rita -- The bears arrived today, and I'm just thrilled! They're gorgeous! Their little faces are so expressive - beautiful! I'm keeping one for myself and giving the other to my sister. (But I can't decide which one to keep.) Thank you so much!! ~ Maggie"
Memory Bears
Memory bears made in honor and in memory of a beloved husband.
Wedding Gift: Memory Bear & Custom Pillow Made from Wedding Dress
Wedding Gift: Memory Bear & Custom Pillow Made from Wedding Dress
memory bear from a mink stole
A memory bear made from a mink stole. "Hi Rita, here's my adorable bear that you made for me from my beloved Aunt Dot's mink stole. Every time I look at the bear I think of her. Thank you so much! Hugs, Mary Lynn"
Memory Bear
Give a "priceless" gift! After making this memory bear, our customer thanked us with the following words: "Thank you, Rita! The bear is absolutely priceless, beautiful, and way above my expectations. ~ Lindy"
Memory Bear
Memory bears made from a fur jacket. In the words of our customer: “Thrilled beyond words! Telling all my friends this is just the thing to do with fur jackets."
Memory bears made from a fur jacket. In the words of our customer: “Thrilled beyond words! Telling all my friends this is just the thing to do with fur jackets."
Memory bear made from old quilt. "The bear arrived today. It is stunning! I cried when I opened it. I am speechless! Thank you so much!!" ~ Alice
Memory bear made from old quilt. "The bear arrived today. It is stunning! I cried when I opened it. I am speechless! Thank you so much!!" ~ Alice
Memory Bear made from old clothing
Spread joy with memory bears! Our customer was delighted by this memory bear made from a loved one's nightgown
Memory Bear Makes Granddaughter Smile
Memory Bear Makes Granddaughter Smile
Memory Bears
Bride and Groom Memory Bears made from the grandmother's wedding dress and given as wedding gifts.
Memory Bears are Treasure / Keepsake
"Rita, I LOVE the bears! They are a real treasure and I thank you very much... They are wonderful!" - BJ
Memory Bears
"Dear Rita - Thank you. Our three memory bears were received with delight and gratitude today. Wish you could have seen the smiles on all of our face. They are not only precious, but oh so memory-filled."
Beloved husband is lovingly remembered with memory bears as Christmas gifts.
Beloved husband is lovingly remembered with memory bears as Christmas gifts.
This memory bear was made out of a bridesmaid dress for a sister’s first grandchild. In the words of our customer: "Rita, I received the bear on Friday and it is ADORABLE. Thank you a million times over! It is perfect and I know my sister will love it. It is a sweet keepsake for our new little addition and I cannot wait to give it to her. All my best, Katie B."
This memory bear was made out of a bridesmaid dress for a sister’s first grandchild. In the words of our customer: "Rita, I received the bear on Friday and it is ADORABLE. Thank you a million times over! It is perfect and I know my sister will love it. It is a sweet keepsake for our new little addition and I cannot wait to give it to her. All my best, Katie B."

More Memory Bears by ReMinkie

Memory Bear and Custom Pillow
Memory Bears (Corduroy)
Personalized Teddy Bear / Memory Bear with Golf Bag
Memory Bear. Monogrammed. Red Bow. Fur Bear. Personalized Teddy Bear. Made by Rita Glosser of ReMinkieBears.com.
Memory Bears
One of ReMinkie's Memory Bears
Memory Bear (in memory of father)
Memory Bear made from Custom Fabric
Memory Bear / Bride Bear
Memory Bears
Boy with one of our memory bears
One of ReMinkie's Memory Bears
Memory Bears by Rita Glosser of ReMinkie Memory Bears in Memory of Father
Memory Bears by ReMinkie
Memory Bears for Christmas Gifts

High Quality Personalized Teddy Bears

Rita makes personalized teddy bears of the highest quality for you and your loved ones. Each memory bear is expertly crafted with moveable joints in the arms and legs. Her bears are stuffed with poly-fiberfill and heavily lined for strength and durability.

  • ReMinkie Bears made for the Smith Family

    ReMinkie Bears made for the Smith Family

Commemorate a loved one or celebrate a milestone (birthday, wedding, anniversary, retirement, new baby, new home, etc.) Do you have old furs hanging in your closet or baby blankets stuffed in trunks? Rita can craft personalized teddy bears from all kinds of materials, including mink, neckties, jeans, sports jackets, shirts, blankets, wedding gown, uniforms, robes — whatever you send to her to create a lasting keepsake for you or a loved one.

ReMinkie Bears make a beautiful memorial gifts as well as personalized gifts for your loved ones. Each of our bears is made from nostalgic materials — from the fabrics and furs found in your life. We design entirely unique and cute teddy bears that are full of beautiful memories for you. ReMinkie Bears are a perfect way to preserve your past and cherish your memories of family and friends. Our teddy bears and custom keepsakes have become heirlooms to be passed from one generation to another.

Create Lasting Memories with Custom Keepsakes

Turn your sentimental fur or fabric into a keepsake to be treasured for a lifetime! Today keepsakes are more important than ever. They help us memorialize a loved one, commemorate our family and history, and pass down our stories from one generation to another. At ReMinkie, Rita also designs:

  • Custom Pillows
  • Custom Scarves
  • Custom Blankets & Throws
  • Keepsake Quilts
  • Custom Keepsakes from Horse Blankets

Professional and Personal Service

Rita Glosser is very “hands on” at ReMinkie Memory Bears. As soon as she receives your fur, fabric or neckties, she will call you and work together with you to personalize your keepsake. Our memory bears come in all shapes and sizes, depending on the materials you send to us. They can be monogrammed and personalized in a variety of ways. Special details include bows, bandana, necktie, buttons, pockets, embroidery, and more. Each bear is especially designed for you. ReMinkie is a cottage industry with four specialized sewers working alongside Rita Glosser.

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Memory Bears & Custom Keepsakes – Video

Rita Glosser’s memory bears have received great customer testimonials as well as acclaim on news outlets. Watch our video below to learn more about Rita and her bears.