Marys Handmade Keepsakes

13/03/2026

🩵🩵From a cherished blanket, memories live on —
two little dogs and a pillow made with love.
In memory of a wonderful husband and a dearly loved father,
gone but never forgotten.🩵🩵

14/02/2026

Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day 💕

What a truly beautiful and meaningful creation.

Transforming a wedding dress from Las Vegas into a treasured teddy is such a heartfelt way to preserve those memories. Using the white lining for Teddy and recreating the intricate beaded details from the original gown makes it even more special — it’s not just a keepsake, it’s a piece of the wedding day brought to life in a new form.

Your customer’s words say it all:
“It’s amazing honestly! Thank you so much! We will treasure it forever xx”

That’s the kind of feedback that makes creative work so rewarding. Being trusted with something as sentimental as a wedding dress is such an honour — and Ive turned it into something they’ll cherish for a lifetime.

What a lovely Valentine’s Day story to share ❤️

24/12/2025

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I’d like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and all the very best for 2026.

Thank you so much for your continued support of my little business — it truly means more than I can say.

I’d also like to extend my sincere thanks to those of you who have kindly allowed me to postpone your memory animals due to the family health issues we’ve experienced over the past few months. Your patience, understanding, and support have meant the world to me.
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27/10/2025

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Hi everyone,
I hope you’re all well! It’s that time of year again when I want to say a huge thank you for all your lovely orders. 💕

I’m now closing orders for my Christmas deadline, but don’t worry — I’ll still be making all the pieces I’ve already promised and will be collecting your items over the next few weeks.

Thank you so much for your continued support. It means the world to me that the little keepsakes I make help you keep your memories alive. ❤️

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With love, Mary xx
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09/09/2025

Four memory teddies have found their forever homes in Belgium — each one a heartfelt hug from a very special Dad.
Lovingly made from his cherished shirts, two wear tiny cardigans, and two wear miniature trousers — little details full of big memories.
A gentle way to hold him close, always.

05/08/2025

👑Rather than letting cherished memories gather dust in the attic, they’ve been stitched into a keepsake teddy — a heartfelt gift for a beloved son turning 21 👑

13/07/2025

❤️In Loving Memory of a Very Special Lady ❤️

Created in memory of a remarkable woman we lost far too soon to a sudden illness.

One of her final wishes was to meet a monkey—and thanks to the love and dedication of her family, that dream came true.

Now, this special monkey has been lovingly made from her oodie, carrying her warmth and spirit. It’s a gift for her newborn grandson, a symbol of her love that will always be close to him.

Forever missed, forever cherished. 🐒💛
Pattern from Funky Friends Factory

18/06/2025

Didn’t win , however……..
Omgosh 33 thousand followers and they mention little old me ###
WOW 😘😘
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https://www.funkyfriendsfactory.com/blog/announcing-the-winner-of-our-dog-show-contest/

Well done to winner, well deserved xx

I produce handmade personalised gifts for special occasions including births,weddings,birthdays & anniversaries. All unique in nature and can be ordered.

11/06/2025

Im entering a wonderful competition! The prize is more amazing patterns for memory keepsakes made from your beautiful clothes/fabrics.
Here are some pictures of the Funkyfriendsfactory designs I have made

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27/05/2025

🥰🥰🥰Thank you so much for keeping me busy with all your lovely orders!
I’m now fully booked until mid-August.🫶🏻

If you’re interested in turning your sentimental items into a keepsake teddy bear or animal — complete with special dates and names — feel free to send me a message to join the waiting list. I’d love to create something meaningful for you.
❤️🦕🦒🐻🐶🐰🦁🐵🐴🐈❤️

06/05/2025

A great way to remember little Tinker Terrier.
Keepsakes made from her blanket, lovely to continue to cuddle.
Funkyfriendsfactory pattern x