Kylie Jo's bears

Just finished the 2nd of these twin bears, made from Grandma's fleece sweatshirt and a t-shirt that both had special meaning to the recipients (daughter and granddaughter). I split the rhinestone embroidery between the 2 bears, and tried to get as much of the floral portions of the t-shirt print on both sets of feet. The t-shirt was very worn which made it a challenge to work with, even though it was backed with woven interfacing. 

I wouldn't normally put these colors together, but that is the wonder of memory bears - it works because the colors match memories, and the bears only need the approval of the person receiving them.

If you are interested in having a memory bear made, you can find my information HERE! 

Ladybug Bears!

I've been working on this batch of bears for a while - I am ready to deliver them today! This whole project began with a yard of the ladybug material, which was gifted to a friend. Her mother had had a shop with 'ladybug' in the name. She didn't know what to do with the fabric, and she thought of me. She ended up buying more coordinating fabrics for me to use, and these will be Christmas gifts for her family. There are 3 large bears here and 2 medium ones. I have one more to make for her, which will be mostly white with red accents on the ears and paws, and ladybugs on the feet.

Each one is so different! She requested a random patchwork style, which was interesting with the different types and thicknesses of fabric she provided.

I'm booked for Christmas orders, but my books are open for the new year! If you have some sentimental clothing items set aside that want to be a bear, please contact me! You can find more information HERE or HERE!