SEW Meaningful Creations- Memory Bears and MORE

11/29/2023

“It was the night before Christmas and Santa was busy making his rounds
He was light on his feet making sure he didn't make a sound.

But he took notice that some homes didn't have that Christmas Glee.
so he decided to stop because he thought that just can't be.

He crept in a mommy's bedroom and stopped dead in his steps, as he saw a little angel hugging his mom as she slept

The little angel looked up and cried " oh Santa you are finally here!!
I've been waiting for you to help me let Mommy know I am near".

Santa picked up the wee angel and asked him " What can I do? I'm just a simple toy maker I can't make your mommy's dreams come true".

So the two of them sat and they sat for a while until the tiny angel jumped up and screamed with a smile.
"let's leave her a sign a beautiful sign from above,
let her know it's from me sent from heaven with love"!!!

So Santa dug and he dug deep, in that big glorious bag that was filled with lots of treats .

He pulled out a beautiful white feather that look like it was made out of snow.
And he thought such a beautiful sign that only a grieving mother would know.

He placed it on her nightstand and kissed the angel on his head.
Then placed him next to his mom as she slumbered in bed.

I think I'll stay here with Mommy and visit her in her dreams tonight,
She misses me dearly and needs to know I'm all right.

Santa made his way to his sled, And wiped a tear from his eye.
He fell to his knees and managed to cry.

Merry Christmas to all the grieving mothers across this big land.
And let it be known your angels are with you holding your hands....”

Written by Joe’s mommy

08/26/2023

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10/05/2021

I'm giving back to the community! In support of my children's school, I have decided to donate a bundle of my services for their silent auction. I wish Christ the King all the best with their big event!

I've been debating on making gift certificate available for purchase. What do you think?

09/08/2021

Not sure the source of this quote but found it worth sharing:
“Grief, I've learned, is really just love. It's all the love you want to give, but cannot. All of that unspent love gathers in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in the hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go.”

08/29/2021

Sew Meaningful is about to take on some changes. It's not going to happen over night but the first steps are happening now.

08/14/2021

It's not everyday you get a request for a scorpion and platypus finger puppet.

08/14/2021

So I realize it's been a while since I've made any update to this page. Life with a growing family certainly ends up taking priority. In my brief moments of down time, I think about all the projects I've ever done that involve sewing. It made me decide to add this album to my page.
As of right now, I'm not taking on any new orders but 9 years ago, before making memories bears I was creating felt dolls by hand. I figured before these photos get lost or deleted by accident - I'd upload them here. I am no longer using Fiverr to sell my creations but maybe some time in the future I'll resurrect this concept of taking photo requests and turn them into felt products.

12/22/2018

Praying for peace, love and understanding.

08/15/2018

My bears are prize winning. This Lotus bear was entered on my behalf and won 2nd place. ( http://log38.com/contests/ ) Thank you - This was a joy to see. Thank you, Sandy David!

08/02/2018

As I process my own grief, I have been asked to step away from my bears for a while. Please understand and know if I could I would help you. I hope and pray that you find another that can provide you the peace and comfort of the memory bear you seek. Good luck and God Bless..

05/13/2018

This isn't exactly the meme I wanted, but I wanted to recognize all the very strong woman out there who I've met through making bears. You moms have been the example of pure love, strength and courage, that I needed to be aware of before I too was asked to step up to the plate. You amazing moms, through the loss of your amazing children have empowered me, inspired me and allowed me to keep my head up too. I wish you all a HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY. When you feel that breeze against your cheeks today, that is our children blowing us kisses. Thank you for your support!

05/06/2018

Today is International Bereaved Mother's Day. I would like to tell all my friends and customers who have had to say goodbye to their child (no matter what age) I am thinking of you always. I would also like to use today to announce I too now know your pain.
This was never supposed to be announced like this but I was due with a daughter on May 17th. I was so sick in the beginning I never publicly shared our excitement. Then as we crossed milestones with the pregnancy, I decided to hold off until we had her. I wanted to surprise the world.
So it is with a heavy heart that I introduce to you our Angel Baby - Cecilia Angelina silently born in March. There are many factors to my not saying anything sooner but now I feel ready to share. I ask for healing prayers. She is in Heaven and I am still here.

04/16/2018

On March 10, 2015, contact was made with my first customer (now friend). Much love and care went into her memory bear order. She was looking for someone to make them for her and reached out publicly on Facebook. I'd never done anything of this nature before, but didn't doubt my abilities to sew. My heart called out to her post and I messaged her.
By the 17th, I'd received the outfits and blanket that once belonged to her son. I kept in touch with her the whole time it was in my possession. I understood back then, just how important such treasured articles were. I was not going to cut into those fabrics unless I was more than 100% confident I'd be successful. I had to find, combine and modify different patterns to create the perfect teddy bear pattern, suitable for the amount of fabric I'd have once the seam stitches would be removed from the sleepers.
On March 20th, I'd finally begin the actual work, tracing out the patterns for 2 of her 3 bears. Little did I know, just what a world I'd be opening myself up to after that. A world where mothers are asked to say goodbye much too soon. A world that not many think about and the ones in it wished they weren't. I'd always say a prayer for the families and their children as each bear was created.
By April 9th, all 3 bears were completed and delivered. I realize that is now a week ago, but I wanted to celebrate my beginnings.
To keep it brief (for now), I'm not sure where I'd be if it weren't for Becki's leap of faith 3 years ago. Her friendship from all this has only grown and I am thankful.

These bears were made up primarily from preemie sized sleepers and a receiving blanket - however newborn sized outfits of the same design were provided and did help where additional fabric was needed.

08/20/2017

This Santa is already too busy this year. I am currently not take on new orders.

01/28/2017

Have a stuffed animal created from articles of clothing that means something to you or your child. These creations can be made from any number of fabric types. Have something made to mark a milestone in your child's life, or have one made to honor the passing of a loved one. Enjoy the 'GROWING' gallery of Memory plushies. Message me if you are interested in have one created.

12/27/2016