Notes from the Needle

My Top Tips for Making Your First Memory Bear: A Beginner’s Guide

My Top Tips for Making Your First Memory Bear: ...

Collette Taylor

Thinking about making your first memory bear? In this beginner’s guide, you’ll find expert tips on how to get started, from choosing the right pattern and preparing sentimental fabrics, to...

My Top Tips for Making Your First Memory Bear: ...

Collette Taylor

Thinking about making your first memory bear? In this beginner’s guide, you’ll find expert tips on how to get started, from choosing the right pattern and preparing sentimental fabrics, to...

The Story Behind Neville's Bear, Why We're Supporting the Rosie NICU

The Story Behind Neville's Bear, Why We're Supp...

Collette Taylor

Neville’s Bear is more than just a sewing pattern, it’s a tribute to a little boy who showed extraordinary courage, and to the NICU team who cared for him every...

The Story Behind Neville's Bear, Why We're Supp...

Collette Taylor

Neville’s Bear is more than just a sewing pattern, it’s a tribute to a little boy who showed extraordinary courage, and to the NICU team who cared for him every...

What does the Teddy Bear Represent

What does the Teddy Bear Represent

Collette Taylor

Teddy bears are more than toys, they’re quiet symbols of strength, courage, and comfort through life’s most meaningful moments. From newborn gifts to memory bears made from cherished clothing, they...

What does the Teddy Bear Represent

Collette Taylor

Teddy bears are more than toys, they’re quiet symbols of strength, courage, and comfort through life’s most meaningful moments. From newborn gifts to memory bears made from cherished clothing, they...

Why Everyone Loves Bertie Bear

Why Everyone Loves Bertie Bear

Collette Taylor

Bertie Bear is quickly becoming a favourite among memory bear makers and it’s easy to see why. With his heirloom style, easy-to-follow pattern, and heartwarming backstory, he’s the perfect project...

Why Everyone Loves Bertie Bear

Collette Taylor

Bertie Bear is quickly becoming a favourite among memory bear makers and it’s easy to see why. With his heirloom style, easy-to-follow pattern, and heartwarming backstory, he’s the perfect project...

How to Choose Fabric for a Memory Bear, and Why Planning is Everything

How to Choose Fabric for a Memory Bear, and Why...

Collette Taylor

Choosing fabric for your memory bear is the most meaningful part of the process. In this post, Collette shares her expert tips on fabric selection, placement, and how to avoid...

How to Choose Fabric for a Memory Bear, and Why...

Collette Taylor

Choosing fabric for your memory bear is the most meaningful part of the process. In this post, Collette shares her expert tips on fabric selection, placement, and how to avoid...

From Presidents to Pattern Pieces: The Story of the Teddy Bear and the Memory Bear Legacy

From Presidents to Pattern Pieces: The Story of...

Collette Taylor

Discover how a hunting trip in 1902 led to the birth of the teddy bear, and how today’s memory bears, made from cherished clothing, continue the tradition in the most...

From Presidents to Pattern Pieces: The Story of...

Collette Taylor

Discover how a hunting trip in 1902 led to the birth of the teddy bear, and how today’s memory bears, made from cherished clothing, continue the tradition in the most...