County Galway, Ireland
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My Beloved Keepsakes – Crafted with Heart, Held for Life
Hello, I’m Emma — Founder & Maker
I’m the creator of 🧵My Beloved Keepsakes✂️, a Galway‑based studio specialising in handcrafted keepsakes made from cherished clothing. I transform meaningful garments into beautiful, lasting pieces such as:
- 🧸 Keepsake Bears
- 🧶 Keepsake Cushions
- 🛏️ Keepsake Blankets
- 🐾 Keepsake Animals
- …and other bespoke commissioned keepsakes
These pieces are lovingly created from clothing that holds deep emotional significance, including:
- 🤰👶🎀 Baby’s first outfits
- 👰🤵🧚♀️🎄🩰 Special occasion clothing
- 👔👗👚 Loved ones’ garments
- 👮👩🎓👩⚕️ Uniforms representing years of service, identity, or pride
Cherished Keepsakes for Every Memory — handmade in Galway.
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My Story
My journey into keepsake making began with my own loss. After losing my mum in my early twenties, I held onto her clothing for years, unsure how to honour it. During maternity leave, I discovered the world of keepsake creation and felt inspired to transform meaningful garments into comforting, lasting pieces — starting with my mum’s clothes and my own baby’s first outfits.
What began as a personal way to preserve her memory has grown into a heartfelt craft. Today, I support families across Ireland in turning treasured garments — from baby outfits to uniforms and loved ones’ clothing — into keepsakes filled with comfort, connection, and meaning.
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Craftsmanship You Can Trust
I hold a QLS Level 3 Sewing Diploma (Distinction), grounding my work in strong technical skill and thoughtful construction. Every item is sewn with care, compassion, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring your memories are treated with the respect they deserve.
My business is proudly neurodivergent‑led, shaped by:
- compassion 💕
- sustainability ♻️
- thoughtful craftsmanship 🧵
I collaborate with families, funeral homes, and community partners to offer beautifully made, personalised keepsakes that honour life’s most meaningful moments.
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What I Believe In
Handmade keepsakes filled with meaning, crafted to bring comfort and connection.
Every piece I create carries a story — your story — and it’s my privilege to help preserve it.
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Ready to Create Your Keepsake?
I’d love to help you honour your cherished memories. Reach out today to discuss your piece or book a space on my sewing schedule.
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Free Consultation
If you’d like to have a chat about creating a Keepsake from your beloved’s clothes, I’d be honoured to guide you through the process. Whether you have questions, need reassurance, or simply want to explore the idea before making a final decision, I offer one-to-one consultations via Zoom, WhatsApp, or Telephone — whichever feels most comfortable for you.
Let’s create something meaningful together.