"Remember Me" Service: Larger Commissions
All clothes hold memories and stories, which is one reason why we are so reluctant to let them go. Whether they are lost loved ones garments, or, sentimental garments that our own children have outgrown. In many cases, we are left with a wardrobe of clothes that we are unable to part with. I can lovingly transforms your meaningful items, with creativity and care into new treasured pieces. Bringing comfort, joy and memories to share, for you and your family in the years to come.
Barley Massey / Fabrications
Greater London, England
Sabrina's Quilt in the making, Photo: Studio LastTaking my clothes I wouldn’t wear but couldn’t give away out of storage and into the hands of Barley was such a joy from start to finish. Seeing the clothes become something new to experience and use with a warm nod to the past, but very much for the future. Thrilled to see these memories out of the box and into my daily life (Sabrina)
Sabrina's quilt in the making, Photo: Studio Last"Taking my clothes I wouldn’t wear but couldn’t give away out of storage and into the hands of Barley was such a joy from start to finish. Seeing the clothes become something new to experience and use with a warm nod to the past, but very much for the future. Thrilled to see these memories out of the box and into my daily life." (Sabrina)
Ada's Blanket, Photo: Studio Last"Our Remember Me blanket is one of the most precious gifts we have ever received. Barley made it for us from some of the first items of clothing our daughter ever wore. Seeing the soft, well-washed and well-worn pieces beautifully stitched together brought the memories flooding back: her first smiles in the onesie with pink and green dinosaurs; watching her nap in a vest with silver bunnies embroidered on the chest; the funny gurgles and noises she made in a top bedecked with blue elephants. Now it hangs in her room, a reminder of how much she has grown and our journey together as a family. I know we will always treasure it." (Molly & Mo)
Rachel & David Wikart Commission, Photo: Barley Massey" I first read about Barley’s “Remember Me” creations by serendipity in our favourite local community cafe, when my husband David and I moved to Limehouse, just after he got diagnosed with dementia. I loved the concept but knew that style and timing weren’t right then. or rather I wasn’t ready. Until the time when I contacted Barley about this commission! From the very first e-mail the whole process felt so fluid, effortless, and yet also amazingly profound in its impact. I know a garment by itself can only do so much. But through the magic that emerged from Barley combining her incredible talent to weave fabric with her inherent ability to tune in to the depth of our relationship. Her deep listening and generous presence allowed me to puzzle back together our interwoven paths. Each piece of textile was an invitation to enter a magical portal transporting me to places and times where David and I lived fully, tenderly, took risk and grew together. It reminded me how daring, intuitive and generous David has been towards me, and this when I needed it the most. Therefore this garment and the whole process leading to its creation truly helped me find strength to overcome the fear I wouldn’t be able to rise to the challenge. And because David is still very much alive, the skirt will also witness our new adventures and lift my spirit on the rest of our journey together, and beyond! What a beautiful gift this experience has been! Can’t recommend it more! " Rachel & David
"First Light" Applique Silk Handkerchiefs , Photo: Unknown” My lovely sisters found out about Barley’s wonderful Remember Me service and wanted to do something special for my 60th birthday. I have a home fragrance business and the illustration for the very first fragrance is my favourite so my sisters commissioned Barley to recreate it, entirely out of my late father’s silk handkerchiefs. It is the most moving, unique and personal gift. When I posted about it on Facebook, a friend commented: “Is that the most beautiful thoughtful frankly romantic present ever in the history of the world? “ I think it is” Casandra