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LuxembearsHi guys. I just wanted to share with you that I have been asked to design the 2007 Theodore Society Bear. 
It didn't take long for me to say "Yes"! I am honored more than I can say. :pray:
Now I have to come up with a bear design that is manufacturable. I won't be able to do needle felted details but my the wheels in my head are turning fast with ideas.
This bear will be manufactured by Cooperstown Bears in a limited edition of around 250 to 300 bears.
What would you guys like to see. Something traditional or something cutsie like a roly poly chubby baby bear? I am thinking of creating a simple outfit, like a knitted romper....hhhmmm not sure.
What do you think? My dealine is Dec 15th.
Also, I have a some really exciting news coming up for early 2007 ...but I don't want to spill the beans just yet and it's part of the reason I have not been posting much....I have been busting my tail to meet this deadline...and I am so pleased it is finished and I am very pleased with the outcome. :dance: 
I have "bears on the Brain" syndrome rigth now....and I think this is the best chronic condition one can have.
Posts: 3,177Congratulations Judi - i think that no matter what style of bear you decide on it will be gorgeous 
AND
It's not fair you know. Coming here and telling us just a teensy weensy bit of info............we want to know what you're doing!!!
:crackup:
Penny :hug:
LuxembearsThanks Penny. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
I'll tell you just as soon as I can :hug: :hug: :hug: :crackup: :crackup:
Dolls N DreamsCongrats sis, that is wonderful news , you will design a winner I know! :hug:
I think I would love to see a baby bear
Apple Dumpling DesignsCongrats Judi...well deserved I might add. But what is it with all the teasing going on here on TT these days. First it's Aleta with her buying bits and bobbles and now Judi...who's next? Now stop it...I can't take the pressure...patience is NOT one of my better virtues. :crackup: :crackup:
Tami Eveslage Original Teddy BearsJudi, That is so wonderful! :clap: :clap: I think one of your cuddly cub like bears would be so cool. Your Hayden won the Steiff North American Design contest didn't he? Did they make him yet?
Tami Eveslage Original Teddy BearsBy the way, I agree with Shantell! What's all this secrecy on TT all of a sudden!
:dance: :dance: Congratulations Judi!! That wonderful.........you so deserve it!! 
I'm thinking a baby bear too. :hug: :hug: :hug:
Chaska, MinnesotaJudi: Congratulations!!! I am sure whatever you design it will be fabulous. What an honor!
Bear Hugs
Michelle
LuxembearsThank you very much ladies. :hug: I am leaning towards chunky baby bear. Thank you for your comments.
Tami E. Yes, my Hayden's Cub did win first place in the Steiff contest( and so thrilled that you remembered :hug: ) but the bear that won Grand Prize, Sun Anne's "Dallas",is the one to be manufactured. They told me that they may want to use Hayden's Cub a down the road. I miss that bear and I still have to pinch myself when I think about the phone call I received from Steiff. I entered not giving it much of a second thought and was totally caught by surprise.
HHHMMMM Secrets...yes....they can be annoying can't they?! I should just tell you...but I am not sure if I am supossed to yet. Don't want to get my paws slapped. 
Pumpkin & Pickle BearsMany congratulations Judi, you most certainly deserve it - your creations are in a league all of their own!
I think a bear in the style of biscuit would be wonderful.
BrisbaneJudi a big congratulations from me...I think a baby bear would be adorable...... :clap: :clap:
For those of us who are complete dummies could you tell me more about what the Theodore Society Bear is???? :doh:
Bears by Jodi.
DoodlebearsCongratulations Judi, I can't wait to see the finished bear... a bear cub would be wonderful.
What is the Theodore Society, I have no idea myself?
Hugs Jane.
Acid Attic BearsCongratulations, Judi ! :hug:
Posts: 1,277Congratulations, Judi! :clap: I agree, I think one of your baby bears would be a great choice.
And as for the secret...that's not fair to tease us, ya know! Come on and just tell us! 
Newcastle, OntarioJudi,
A big congratulations - you must be over the moon! I'm sure whatever you decide will be perfect. Can't wait to see your final decision.
hugs,
Brenda
Past Time BearsAh, Judi . . . isn't it a terrific thrill to be chosen to design the Theodore Society's membership bear? Big congratulations! My design was selected for the 2005 membership bear, "Bayley", and I felt so very honored. Whatever you come up with will be wonderful and I'll look forward to getting my bear in 2007. Will be my very first Judi designed bear - hooray!!
Jellybelly BearsCongratulations Judi!! And you too Sue Ann for last year :dance:
Yes, please tell us what this is all about??
Posts: 8,574We're all so very proud of you!
Congrats!
Anything you make will be lovely-make what you love and your heart will shine through!
gollyslobberkisses-nice but messy
dilu
Kiprie Bears:clap: :clap: :dance:
I know , anything you design will be
just PERFECT !!
can't wait to meet the chunky baby bear !!! :hug:
hugs
Marie
Congratulations Judi - that is wonderful news and will be neat to see your bear - will be gorgeous.
Also congratulations SueAnn for your Bayley.
You are both such talented Ladys.
Hugs
Carolyn
Just Us BearsIt's always so exciting when our TT friends get recognition of any kind, but what a huge honour Judi! I'm so happy for you!!! Yay!
And Sue Ann, your Bayley was before TT time so we didn't get to celebrate with you but HUGE congrats for that too....wow!
Now on to SECRETS...we can keep a secret..CAN"T WE PEOPLE!!!!! It must be KILLING you to have to sit on it Judi...so if we can help at all by sharing...WE WILL! :crackup:
LuxembearsI hate keeping secrets and I am busting to tell you all......... 
...soon very soon
Thank you guys
I think I'll do a baby bear since that was the one that was metioned the most.
Instead of my typing out the info for the Theodore Society I thought it would be better to post the website....so here it is: www.theodoresociety.org
I have never been a member but am going to sign up now.
Congrats on designing the bear, Judi! :clap:
Teasing us with a big news is mean! :crackup:
