Memory Bird Keepsake – Handmade From Loved One's Clothing
A characterful memory bird with a rounded body, detailed wings and oversized feet, lovingly handmade from your loved one’s clothing. I create each bird in my Middlesbrough sewing room, with care for the memories your garments hold.
Size and clothes needed
Your bird measures approximately 22cm tall and 24cm wide. Size may vary slightly depending on the clothing used.
Each bird has black safety eyes, a satin ribbon, a decorative charm and my sewn-in safety label, with soft, hypoallergenic, fire-resistant polyester filling.
Please send around 6–8 baby garments or 1–2 adult garments. Extra clothing is welcome for contrasting colours or fabrics.
I support suitable fabrics with interfacing and preserve meaningful details wherever possible. Mention special pockets, logos or names in your order notes. Please contact me before ordering about thick clothing or fabric suitability.
Personalisation
For an optional £10 extra, personalise your bird’s chest with embroidered wording or a printed heart patch featuring a photo and wording, or your loved one’s handwriting.
Please select the personalisation option before providing your chosen details.
Booking and waiting time
My current turnaround is around 6–8 weeks from booking, before posting or collection.
An Express turnaround add-on is available, subject to availability. Please contact me before ordering to check your date.
Pay in full or book with a £25 deposit. The remaining balance is invoiced on completion and must be paid before posting or collection.
Optional extras
Add a gift box or another keepsake, such as a hanging heart, keyring and more.
For miniature clothing made from your treasured garments, please message me before ordering to discuss what would suit your bird and any additional cost.
Care and important information
Sponge clean gently; do not machine wash. This is a collectable keepsake, not a toy, and is not suitable for children under 14.
Your leftover clothing and fabric scraps are returned with your bird. Tracked Royal Mail delivery and appointment-only local collection in Middlesbrough are available.
I understand that sending away treasured clothing can feel difficult. I’ll treat each garment with the utmost care and respect, keeping its precious meaning in mind as I create your keepsake. If you’re unsure about anything, please get in touch. I’ll be happy to help.