Welcome to Bella's Angel Wings.
Providing free bereavement gowns and wraps for babies
who have gained their heavenly wings far too soon.
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FAQ's
How can I donate my dress?
If you would like to donate your wedding dress to Bella's Angel Wings, please click the "Mailing Instructions" tab above for more information. https://bellasangelwings.com/mailing-instructions
There is no need to clean it before shipping; I use a special technique to clean and revive the dress before transforming it into bereavement gowns/wraps.
***However, it must come from a non-smoking home.***
The dress fabric should be in good, usable condition. If there are stains, that is fine because I can cut around it, however if the entire dresses is stained it is not usable. If you have any questions, please click the "Contact us" button below.
I can also accept Christening gowns, satin and lace fabric as long as they are white, cream, ivory, light pink, pale lavender or light blue. No bright colors can be accepted because these are the color restrictions of the hospital.
Do you charge for your services?
No. All bereavement items are donated to local hospitals and provided to families free of charge. I accept wedding dresses and supplies to make the dresses only.
Do you accept prom dresses?
I can accept prom or bridesmaid dresses only if they are white, cream, ivory, pale blue, pale pink or pale lavender. No bright or very dark colors can be used.
Can I donate other supplies?
I also accept new and unused thread, ribbon, trim and lace--ONLY if it is white, cream, beige, ivory, pale pink, pale blue or pale lavender. No bright or dark colors can be used.
Can you make me a baptism dress from my wedding gown instead?
No, my focus is only to create bereavement gowns to be donated to local hospitals.
How can I help spread the word?
Feel free to share my page to anyone to help spread the word. www.bellasangelwings.com
What is a wrap or cocoon?
Some babies are too small and fragile to be dressed in a bereavement gown, so they are wrapped in tiny cocoons or wraps created especially for their size. Each wrap and cocoon contains special padding to protect them.
Can I drop off my dress if I am local?
At this time, I can only accept dresses by mail. Unless you are a business who is looking to donate a large amount of dresses. Use the contact me button if you are a business.
How do I mail my dress?
Please click on the "Mailing Instructions" tab at the top of this page for mailing instructions. https://bellasangelwings.com/mailing-instructions
You can place the dress in the smallest box possible to mail--be sure to remove it from the preservation box before mailing, so you can save on shipping costs. All dresses are cleaned and pressed before creating bereavement gowns, so it is perfectly fine if it gets wrinkled during shipment. If you have any questions, please use the "contact us" button below.
***My current processing time is about a year after a dress is received; but not guaranteed. Please note that I do this as a volunteer and my time is limited. Also, I DO NOT charge for my services like most others do.
Can I see photos of items you make from my dress?
Yes! I process a few wedding dresses at a time so that I can use a variety of materials to make the bereavement items. I will create an album of the dresses that are used, along with the bereavement items made from them. Feel free to email me and I will send a photo if your dress is completed.
My current processing time is about a year after a dress is received; but not guaranteed. Please note that I do this as a volunteer and my time is limited. Also, I DO NOT charge for my services like most others do.
ATTENTION:
***Due to COVID-19, there is a delay in processing and donating to hospitals so you will not receive a tax-donation receipt until the hospitals start accepting donated gowns.
*** All tax receipts are directly from the hospitals.
Can I specify which hospital to donate to?
I have a list of contacts at various hospitals that I work with directly based on their needs. Unfortunately, I cannot guarantee which hospital will receive the gowns/cocoons.
Can I refer a hospital POC to you?
Yes, please feel free to forward my information to a hospital or funeral home that may be in need of bereavement items. I can provide them with one immediately upon request.
PLEASE READ
Current status:
I am not currently accepting dresses and will update this message when I am. It will be awhile, if I accept them again.
I'm a VOLUNTEER that makes the gowns in my free time for hospitals; I am not a business/charity. THANK YOU!