Anna's Attic
"Creating hand-made memories- one stitch at a time." Recall the comfort and emotional support a stuffed animal provided us. A Memory Bear.
Regardless of who and where the first bear was created, “teddy” bears became a widely popular toy that provided comfort to babies, children, and adults for more than a hundred years. Teddy bears are often the first toy and keepsake given to us as an infant and we form an attachment to the soft, cuddly, huggable stuffed animal. Throughout childhood and beyond, the teddy bear plays the role of our c
15/05/2023
I had fun taking creative liberty and making this bag and small wallet/ card purse. This is one of many that I've made. PM me if you're interested in a custom bag!
04/03/2023
Some of the bags I've sewn recently
08/01/2023
It's been a busy couple of months. Check out my newest projects:
15/10/2022
Broncos fans!
18/09/2022
These little cubs will soon be providing comfort for children undergoing dialysis.
17/08/2022
It's been a while, and I've been busy making memories for a newly established non- profit organization. Take a look!
21/04/2022
When I made this set, my only goal was to make it small enough for an infant. Now, this 0-3 month sweater and hat has a new baby to keep warm!
14/04/2022
Having fun with leftover materials
23/03/2022
Created with love, one stitch at a time. Welcome to our family little one!
22/12/2021
Home for the holidays
13/12/2021
Holidays can be hard. Especially when someone we love is watching us from above.
24/11/2021
Inspired by my granddaughter's swaddle blanket. Created with love.
22/11/2021
Taking orders for the winter season. Make the holiday memorable with a keepsake from Anna's Attic!
28/07/2021
Going back home to Michigan very soon
09/06/2021
A high school graduate's father was in attendance for the pomp and circumstance.
15/05/2021
I learned to crochet when I was very young- around the age of 8. Little did I know then, that the craft would become my go- to for mindfulness and pleasure alike.
05/05/2021
Memory bears are approximately 10" wide x 13" high. This specific group of bears was made from a suede jacket that belonged to a dear friend of mine. These bears found their way home to AZ, Sweden, and Colorado.
23/04/2021
My journey as an end of life doula took another turn last year when I was first presented with sentimental fabric belonging to the sister of a grieving friend. The friend asked if I could make something from the fabric- maybe a mask (a sign of the times). I sensed that the fabric was far too important to be used for that, and respectfully declined her suggestion. That very moment, the thought of a teddy bear popped into my mind. I proposed this to my friend, and she hesitantly agreed to go with my suggestion. That was the day I began another segment of my journey as a healer...
21/04/2021
Now accepting orders for custom sewn memory bears. PM me for details.
Anna's Attic "Creating hand-made memories- one stitch at a time."
21/04/2021