Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

I like the last little guy the best I think. I think it is really important to have a nice white highlight in the eye as it sort of brings the face to life and the last picture has the best highlights.
Maybe thats just a technical reason, because I really like the style of your bears Jennie!
Best of luck with your ad!

Cheryl

Of course you are 'supposed to do this'!
  :clap:  :clap:  :clap: Congratulations Charlotte - what a beautiful and talented woman you are! :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

Cheryl

We have a 15 1/2 yr. old Lab/Doberman mix. She is 'well past her expiry date'   for a large breed so we decided that she could eat whatever food was her favourite in her twilight time. Her absolute favourite is "OL' Roy" brand dry that makes its own gravy. This is one of the brands on the list, but as previously mentioned, the ban is only on canned or wet food. The last bag we bought her of 'Ol' Roy' she refuses to eat gravied or dry.
Makes me wonder if she knows something we don't........  

Don't you think its interesting that the same company makes the $50 a bag food and the $10 a bag food? Really makes me wonder about all the hype.....

Cheryl

Happy Mother's Day to all our UK friends!

All women, whether technically 'Moms' or not, have an opportunity to nurture someone and change the world around them...I celebrate you too!

Cheryl

I actually picked one up at (of all places) WALMART today!
I had looked at all the fancy bookstores without any luck...go figure  

Cheryl

Well...aren't you a lucky duck! Billie is really a sweetie...Congratulations!

Cheryl

What a blessing to have a Grandma that you treasure! Keep those memories close today!
:hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug: for you.

Cheryl

Congratulations Jane! You must be so excited :dance:
My only advice on dealing with stores (on consignment) is to make sure that you have a very detailed contract that outlines what happens if...say for instance a piece is stolen or damaged. Don't worry though, it is strictly a precaution and I'm sure your bears won't be there long enough - they'll fly off the shelves!
Best Wishes
Cheryl

Oh my goodness Jenn-it must be a worrisome time for you :hug:
God bless you  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Cheryl

Oh what a sweetheart Penney! Ditto what everyone else said about stretching and learning.
Why not wait and see if he fits any of the categories for the URSA awards? The categories are announced in April and I'm sure they'll get posted on TT!
Cheryl

I think that it was Lisa Thoms that first posted about this opportunity.

I think this feature on Karen O'Brien is the first bear story they've done. I really would like to submit something but I seem to be suffering from a major brain fart at the moment and everything I'm attempting seems like just crap so we'll have to see..............

Cheryl

This isn't a dumb question at all! In a competition situation, knowing how to measure might be the difference between first prize and disqualification. If its for something specific - always ask how they want it measured!

Cheryl

I'm so sorry to hear of your troubles Patsy! You're right...you will beat this...the war will be won but some of the battles are going to be hard. Be good to yourself.
If I may give you a word of advice that my doctor gave me when I found out I was dealing with a chronic pain situation.
She said:"When I give the diagnosis, I make an appointment to see you in 1 month. You will either come to me with a raft of research you have done on the internet, which we will go through and discuss why some things work and some don't. You will know all you can about your ailment and we will become partners in your management/recovery.  Or you will show up completely defeated asking for a wheelchair".

I remember thinking it was a bit harsh but you know, it is true! Educate yourself all you can and you can feel less like a victim and more like the 'warrior chick' you want to be!
Bless you sweetie! I'll be praying for you! :hug:  :hug:
Cheryl

That's great!   I hated to see such a flagship of the industry go down! I hope their new focus brings them much deserved success!

Cheryl

Hi Christine
I'm not Lynette but maybe I can answer this.
I think this is a pretty standard entry fee for "A list" competitions. There are many expenses involved in putting together a big comp. plus it keeps people from flooding contests with entries. A higher entry fee means that you are serious about entering and will only enter what you think is your best.

I think this is why but what do other people think?

Cheryl

PS thanks for the info Lynette!

Glad to see you're out from under Tracy!
Nothing like a huge pile of the white stuff to tucker out the boys -I bet everyone sleeps well tonight

Cheryl

Received my last card  from Shelli today with the caption:
FORGET LOVE..I'D RATHER FALL IN CHOCOLATE! AMEN!

Thanks Shelli!

Hope everybody had fun with this swap
Cheryl

I'm so sorry for your family's loss, Ellen. Its good that you got to see so many of your family, its too bad for the circumstances though. :hug:  :hug:  :hug:
Cheryl

Hi Eliza
OOOOOO...stick bears are my favourite!  They have that beautiful simple line that I think is so unique but hard to achieve - Diane does it brilliantly! They have straight arms and almost no feet and the torso is straight up and down (no belly or hump) I guess this was done to save fabric. I have a couple golden oldies in this style- here is the most recent one I bought:

He's much cuter in the fur...must get a better pic :photo:

Cheryl

I received the sweetest card from Sarah-Jane today - thank you so much!
Cheryl  

My goodness...he is so fuzzy and sweet!
Here you go KIWI... :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Even though you are tempted to do 'just one more', I hope you will take the day off and relax! You will feel so much better at the show rather than sore and exhausted! Wish I could be there.

Cheryl :rose:

Hello Alma!
  Best Wishes for a speedy recovery!

Hi Brenda
You're right...maybe Thumper and Picasso are brothers! I had to dig around and see if I could find a picture of the devine Mr. P. Its not a bad picture, that's his normal sour expression! Please excuse the hideous blanket he is on...its the dog's favourite
Cheryl :rose:

Me too! Ah...the Coast Plaza- many good times had there!
Cheryl