This memory bear is made from a sweater of someone who has passed or matured. It is a perfect way to memorialize a loved one! The bear can make a very touching gift for a friend or family member who has lost someone they love. 
The bears are 15" from the heel to the top of the head. When in a sitting position ,they are 11" from the bottom to the top of the head. We do not offer the option to scale down the size of the pattern. All bears are cut from the same pattern size. The stomach measures 8" wide by 6" tall. If you have a specific design on a sweater that you would like on the chest, it must fit within these dimensions. 
****Compatible Fabrics****
These bears can be made from light sweaters or 
Thin knits 
Cardigan
Sweater dresses 
Sweater vests
***Fabrics that are not compatible ***
Crocheted or home knitted sweaters may unravel while the bear is being created.
Heavy woolen or threaded sweaters may be too thick to sew.
If you feel unsure about your sweaters, please feel free to contact me and send some pictures. 
No two bears will look alike. These bears are handmade.  The sweater will dictate how the bear will look. 
The nose of the bear is black. If you plan to  send a black sweater, it will recieve a grey nose.
Medium  or larger long sleeve shirt will make one bear.
Men's XL long sleeve  shirt can make 2 15" bears. A short sleeve XL shirt will only make one bear.
 Clothing can shrink in the wash or run smaller in size. I see this more often in women's clothing. 
Embroidery can be placed on the foot. Only 3 rows of 7 letters will fit on one foot.  
For embroidery we offer :
No embroidery
Embroidery on one foot Embroidery on both feet 
 Please be very sure about the correct spelling of name or accurate date, you give me to embroider. I can only redo an embroidered piece if there is enough fabric available. There will be a $5 charge to correct any errors.
Please provide your embroidery information in the message to seller section. You can also label the clothing that you send. 
The bear's right foot is on the left side of the picture. Please provide embroidery with the right foot first ,when purchasing embroidery on both feet. For example 
Bob Jones 
Right foot would be Bob, left foot would be Jones. 
Each bear is specifically designed to use the  details available to resemble the sweater as  much as possible. If the sweatee has a button collar, zipper collar,  buckles, lace, sequins, beads, embroidery or a picture , I do my best to  add it to the bear. The bear will not recieve these details if a customer requests they not be used. Details that interfere with the construction of the bear will have to be left off. If you are unsure if a detail can be kept ,please contact me . You are welcome to send pictures of your garmet to gain a clearer understanding.
Memory items are made from clothing that has been washed and worn. They can be fragile. These items are not a toy. They eyes can be a saftey hazard for small children. They are meant to be on display. It is recommended that you wash the clothing before sending it. It is not recommended to place the completed beat  in a  washing machine , submerge  in water or placed in a dryer. It is recommended that the bears are spot cleaned. 
 Shipping Instructions
Please write your order number on the outside of the package.
I will provide the address after to purchase to send your washed clothing to!
Please keep the tracking number of your clothing in a safe place.  Please ship your clothing 1-3 days after purchasing. I will message you, when your clothing has arrived and provide you with a ship by date. 
 Most questions can be answered in the shop announcements, but you are welcome to contact me. I like to answer quickly! We work in a smoke and pet free environment! 
We currently have a 70 day turn around from when I receive your clothing.
Thank you for visiting my shop!