Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

She is beautiful!! 

Thanks so much Sue XD

It is a shame to hear that this person is not only taking credit for another's work, but sees no shame in it and brags about it. I personally would feel dissatisfied with my critters if I knew that their design was not my own. She is simply making bears, and is missing out on the joy and satisfaction of creating them.

Is she a friend of yours? If you haven't done so already, I would advise that you warn her before reporting her. Tell her how strongly you feel, and that you feel it is your responsibility to report her if she does not change her ways.

Hey Mommabear! I just thought I'd add that using other people's patterns is a great way to familiarise yourself with the basic components of a ted! It is natural that through doing this, you will find some bear sizes/features/shapes more agreeable than others and will endeavour to create a bear pattern of your own to achieve this. As far as i know it is ok to draw inspiration from others' patterns- but the pattern drawing must be your own :-p
I personally loved the style of bear that one artist used. The bears were very chubby and babyish- just what I was going for! She sold her pattern, and I resisted buying it because I really wanted the bears to be my own. I researched pattern pieces and created a pattern with lots of darts. I eventually obtained the desired result, and can rest in the knowledge that, whilst inspiredby her work, the baby bear that I made is completely my own. I'm sure that mine is also a different size and shape to hers. I hope this helps :-) xx

Hey everyone :-)
As I develop my teddy skills, and see that some of my critters have received more attention than others, I wonder if selling some of my patterns would be a profitable future pursuit. My question is: how do I do this?
I mean technically- what should I include? Which computer program is best to use?
I'd also be interested to hear your opinions on how to know if your work is good enough. Does the pattern have to be complex, or can it be fairly simple?
And how do you work out what to charge?
Do you need to obtain copyright? Where could I get this?

I'd really love to hear what you all think :-)
Amy xx

This is a wonderful idea- I just love the thought of being able to own a bear that another artist has lovinhly made. I find others' work so special, but also inspiring. I make mini bears and am pleased to hear that this size would also be treasured XD
Amy xx

Hey everyone- I've not been on here for a while and am so pleased to be back :-)
I'm hoping to have a stall at a bear fair at some point and would love to hear about your experiences of fairs.
How did you find out about your first fair?
How many bears did you take?
How did you know that you were ready to have a stall?

I'd love to hear your pearls of wisdom :-)
bear hugs,
Amy xx

... PS does anyone know how I can upload a picture of George (I used a link for this one and the small image I tried to upload would not work). I've had this problem before, but it was a while ago now and I can't remember how I resolved it- eek!

Here is my newest critter :-)
His name is George, and he is available for adoption here for just £27!:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/69448105/ha … ef=pr_shop

oh, he's lovely!

She is adorable Sue XD

Hey Jenn, congrats on the new blog! I'm new to blogging too and am also learning to sew on a machine! I've been really enjoying it so far, but haven't completed as many projects as I would have liked :-( I'd love for you to visit, and I'll gladly follow you too:
www.teacupsandteddies.blogspot.com

hey Katy, I'm pleased that your blog has been successful. If you have any tips for us newbies then please share :-)
I hope all is well with you. I am very happy because I sold my first two bears this week. Yippee!!
Hugs,
Amy xx

Thank you :-)
I've never made bears with white eyes before! Xxx

What a beauty. Her nose is PERFECT! I love your website too!!

Hey everyone-I've missed you all! I've been busy with this little fellow :-)
He is available for adoption here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/67493037/mi … e7081bae-1

please let me know what you think :-) xx

What a lovely bear! You look very pretty in the pics too :-)

Wow, he is beautiful! I adore his shiny nose :-)

I'd like to introduce you all to Daisy, my new spring chick.
She is available for adoption now and you can adopt her here:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/66833938/mi … hick-daisy

I'd also like to tell you about my new blog: www.teacupsandteddies.blogspot.com

I'd be so delighted if you would 'follow' me :-)
Tiny teddy hugs,
Amy xxx

Oh Vicki, he is too cute!! You must be very proud of him! I love his little eyebrows! Have these been stitched or shaded? He is the most beautiful blue too!
Amy xxx

Thank you Joanne, I will bear that in mind (excuse the pun) when taking future pics :-)
It's really great to hear your feedback, I'm new to this so I'm learning lots of great tips from you all- thanks so much!!

Thank you Becky, I love her too and decided to keep her :-)

I would love some bear magazines! I don't have any magazines that I could trade, but I do have a few bear books if you would like one of those?
I also trade from my shop:
www.blushingdoveboutique.etsy.com

xxx

This is a wonderful post, it actually reminded me that I forgot to mention- I met my husband over the Internet!!

I agree that the mask of the inet can make people bold (and a bit rude), but I'd like to share with you the nice experiences I've had. I sell jewellery and accessories on Etsy and eBay (long before I picked up any mohair) and I've met some lovely women who have been more 'open' than they would be had we met face to face. I recently sold some items to a lady in America who is quite unwell and we began chatting. She is lovely and really sweet and we have both been really open about our similar experiences in our conversations. I don't think I could have said these things in person, and I think that sometimes the distance created by the inet allows us the security we need to say (well, write) things we wouldn't otherwise speak about. Do you think the inet can be therapuetic in this way?
Xx

Wow, he is a true artist. His daughters are adorable and he truly captures something if their spirit, and his love, in every shot. I am going to read the interview later. Thank you for sharing this xx

That is too adorable!!