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Re: Tips & Techniques » Antique looking bear pattern wanted » Jan 04, 2011 03:33 AM

karenaus wrote:

If you haven't visited them already, Bear Essence here in Melbourne would be sure to have an antiquey looking bear pattern and be able to help you out with appropriate mohair too. They have samples of many of their pattern bears for you to see in the fur as well.

Thanks Karen,

BearEssence is on my list.

Thanks,

paula

#2

Re: Tips & Techniques » Antique looking bear pattern wanted » Jan 03, 2011 12:39 AM

dangerbears wrote:

Our sponsor, Intercal, has a great selection of patterns: http://www.intercaltg.com/mobear/index.html#patterns
Becky

Thanks Becky.

Olly and Henry are exactly the types I am looking for., and are now on my list.

Thanks again.
paula

#3

Re: Tips & Techniques » Antique looking bear pattern wanted » Jan 02, 2011 05:10 AM

rowarrior wrote:

Assuming from who you said you were taking classes from that you're in Oz, have you tried Beary Cheap? They have a huge range of both patterns and kits and are based in Oz http://www.bearycheap.com/index.html

Thanks Kathy.....CheepBear have a nice selection of patterns......I just ordered some fabric from them.....will have another look at their patterns.

Regards,

paula

#4

Re: Tips & Techniques » Antique looking bear pattern wanted » Jan 02, 2011 02:51 AM

suejennings wrote:

Gooseberry Hill have some lovely vintage bear patterns on their website. gooseberryhill.com/Patterns/GBHOnline/b … rns_p1.htm
Hope this is what you are looking for. Otherwise, Linda Mullins wrote a couple of 'Creating Heirloom Bears' books which are probably now out of print.
Regards
Sue

I love the patterns.... Many thanks for the link....
Regards,
paula

#5

Re: Showcase » Timothy » Jan 01, 2011 10:23 PM

Rich1988 wrote:

Thanks everyone. So glad you like him.
And thanks for your comment Paula. The darker parts are simply shading with copic markers.
I would highly recommend giving them a go if you can get your hands on some. Have a practise on some fabric scraps with the different colours and if you go for it, be sure to get a blender pen, you'll be grateful should you make any mistakes.
A quick search on here re. shading should bring up a million responses which should be of help to you.
Richard
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Thanks Richard....I will give it a try.
I am new to bear making.....and there is so much to learn.
I spent the whole last night reading post and my head is spinning...... :pray:

#6

Tips & Techniques » Antique looking bear pattern wanted » Jan 01, 2011 10:14 PM

Hi all,

Would someone know where I could buy a antique looking bear pattern?

Also, which type of mohair would you recommend?

thanks,

paula

#7

Re: Showcase » Meet my FIRST Teddy Bear » Jan 01, 2011 10:01 PM

Many thanks everyone bear_wub

Paul is made out of Alpaca, not sure about the pile lenght, the pattern is by Sharon Hall from Shazbears, and he is 27 cm.
I am taking classes with Shaz. Shaz was helping all way along and thats the main reason he came out that good.
The outfit is done by a lady who is specialising in outfits for bears.

I love his expression is like he is saying...."are you talking to me?"

Love to all of you and a happy, health and prosperous New Year.!!!!

paul & paula