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Upcycled Clothing as Keepsakes by ReMinkie Memory Bears

ReMinkie Memory Bears is in the news (again)! In “Organized: Create a keepsake with neckties,” Marla Ottenstien mentions that we have upcycled clothing and neckties in memory of loved ones who have passed away. After her father passes away, a daughter discovers 275 assorted ties in his closet. She donates most of her father’s clothes, but findsContinue reading “Upcycled Clothing as Keepsakes by ReMinkie Memory Bears”

Memory Quotes (Part 1)

At ReMinkie, we make memory bears and custom keepsakes to help you cherish your loved ones and hold onto your happy memories. We hope you enjoy the memory quotes we have collected below. If you would like to learn more about turning clothing (and more) into memory bears, pillows, blankets and custom keepsakes, please contact Rita atContinue reading “Memory Quotes (Part 1)”

Memory Quotes (Part 2)

At ReMinkie, we make memory bears and custom keepsakes to help you cherish loved ones and treasure your memories. We hope you enjoy the memory quotes and memorial quotes we have collected below. If you would like to learn more about turning clothing (and more) into memory bears, pillows, blankets and custom keepsakes, please contact Rita atContinue reading “Memory Quotes (Part 2)”

Memory Quotes (Part 3)

Memory Teddy Bears

Would you or a loved one like a memory teddy bear to hug and to hold? At ReMinkie, we create personalized teddy bears and memory bears from clothing. View examples of memory teddy bears below. The pictured bears feature a pilot bear, a Boy Scout bear, a monogrammed bear, and a Transit Police bear. MemoryContinue reading “Memory Teddy Bears”

Condolence Gifts

Would you like to give condolence gifts that bring comfort to your recipient? While others are sending out generic gift baskets and flowers, would you like to offer a keepsake that can be treasured for a lifetime? At ReMinkie, we make memory bears, custom pillows and custom throws as condolence gifts. Not only are our condolence gifts beautiful, they canContinue reading “Condolence Gifts”

Christmas, Hanukkah & Holiday Bears

If you’re looking for sentimental and meaningful holiday gifts, consider giving Christmas, Hanukkah and Holiday Bears this year. Each memory bear is made from materials you send us, such as a loved one’s clothing, blankets, furs, neckties, and more. If you prefer, we can create your holiday bears from our own furs. Holiday Bears &Continue reading “Christmas, Hanukkah & Holiday Bears”

What to Say to Someone Grieving

Many of us struggle over what to say to someone grieving. However, in most cases, the very act of reaching out to someone is more important than any words you may offer. At ReMinkie, we make memory bears as comforting keepsakes for those who are grieving. Memory bears are made from clothing of the lovedContinue reading “What to Say to Someone Grieving”

Making Teddy Bears Out of Clothes

Making teddy bears out of clothes has been ReMinkie’s specialty for over 25 years. Memorial Teddy Bears Making teddy bears out of clothes is a beautiful way to preserve memories of loved ones who have passed away. We have made memorial teddy bears out of the clothes of beloved spouses, parents, grandparents and more. WeContinue reading “Making Teddy Bears Out of Clothes”

What Is a Memory Bear?

Memory Bears are teddy bears made from clothing and belongings with sentimental value to you. Clothing includes fur coats, neckties, uniforms, t shirts, pants and much more. Belongings include blankets, jewelry, buttons and more. Memory Bears are usually made in remembrance of a loved one or as a keepsake to pass from one generation toContinue reading “What Is a Memory Bear?”