18/08/2026
💗 Two very special Memory Highland Cows 💗
I’ve held off sharing these for a few weeks, as there’s a very special and sadly heartbreaking story behind them.
Back in late June, my friend Amanda messaged me after seeing a Facebook post from Steven, who was looking for someone to make two Highland Cow keepsakes for his wife Amy. Amanda is Amy’s best friend and, knowing I make keepsakes, she got in touch to see if I could help.
Amy wanted the cows made from her pyjamas for her children, as Highland Cows held a very special meaning for their family. 💗 Amanda explained a little about Amy’s illness and that sadly she didn’t have long left.
I’d never made a Highland Cow before, but after hearing about Amy I really wanted to see if I could help. I found a pattern I was happy with, made a sample cow and Steven then got in touch and placed an order for two. 🐮💕
He also asked if I could make a space inside each cow for a sound box, so I created a hidden pocket with a Velcro opening on the side of each one.
Less than two weeks later, both cows were finished. I sent Steven photos and I’m so pleased that Amy got to see them finished and loved them. 💕
Sadly, by the time they were collected, Amy had become very poorly and wasn’t able to see them in person. She passed away shortly afterwards. 🕊️
These two cows will always be incredibly special to me, as Amy and her family are the reason my Memory Highland Cows came to be.
Made from Amy’s own pyjamas, with her special words embroidered onto their feet, I hope they continue to bring her children lots of comfort and give them something precious from their Mammy that they can always keep close. 💗
Steven has since told me that the children love their Highland Cows and sleep with them every night, which means more to me than I can put into words. 🥹💗