Regular Jointed Memory Elephant – Made From Loved One’s Clothing
A comforting memory elephant, lovingly handmade from your loved one’s clothing to keep treasured memories close. I make each elephant in my Middlesbrough sewing room, with care for the meaning your garments hold.
Size and clothes needed
Your elephant measures approximately 11 inches seated and 15 inches standing, with movable, button-jointed arms and legs. Size may vary slightly depending on the clothing used.
Each elephant has black safety eyes, four decorative “Handmade With Love” wooden buttons 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
Personalisation is an optional £10 extra for embroidery, printed photos or wording, including reproductions of 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.
I can also make a little top, waistcoat or trousers using your treasured garments. Message me before ordering to discuss a particular outfit 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 elephant. 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.