Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

The work on this site is truly inspirational! I have to agree, so much to admire.
And some talented guys too Lovenshire, we may be the minority but don't forget us 

Richard
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Hi Everyone

Ok, this is the most excited I've ever been about a bear and I'm so happy with him. His name's Blizzard and he's made from a pattern by the same name from BearBasics (by Sue Lawson of Born Again Bears - all credit where it's due this is a BRILLIANT pattern) http://www.bearbasics.co.uk/products...rd-pattern/39/

He's made from 18mm dense white and silver mohair with white wool felt paw pads and poly fill stuffing. He's my first bear with a growler (or cow noise as I now call it ) and he measures a huge 43cm from nose to bottom.
He's five way jointed with my first go at nut and bolt joints in the legs. He's got a lovely little tail and claw detail (also my first go and i LOVE doing this).
He is also my first go at a waxed nose and it works so well, especially with this type of bear. I feel like I've leapt forward with this bear and can't wait to get into designing my own. I have to admit I'm leaning towards these realistic bears as they're a pleasure to bring to life.

Hope you all love him as much as me (although the photos just don't do him justice).

Richard
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Oh it was a briliant article, you could feel the excitement. I'm so looking forward to Hugglets in Feb and the article just made me smile more and more. Great job Peter.    :clap:
Well done also to Dawn, I thought it was great magazine!

Richard
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Oh wow, you have been busy!!
I absolutely love the dragons, so beautiful and so much expression. The colouring is gorgeous.
The plushes are also brilliant I love the otter and the dark Rabbit is to die for, the fur looks absolutely wonderful.
Good job all round. What a fantastic 'artists eye' you must have.

Richard
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Ok I am now officially 'over excited' for Hugglets.
Those Rabbits are beautiful, such character. I can only say the same as Lisa I hope there are still some left for me to admire once I reach your stall!

Richard
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Paula

He's wonderful as ever. I really love you're work, it's a really inspiration and I have to admit I would love to look at designing bigger bears as my skills improve! I can't wait to see your stall at Hugglets, I'm making it my first stop. Is he made of Mohair or Faux Fur? It's a wonderful fabric.

Richard
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Oh you're absolute stars thanks so much for that. It's so easy and makes so much sense once you point it out as well!
Shall let you know how I get on.

Thanks.
Richard
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Hi Everyone

Ok so I'm going to be brave and post a photo of my latest bear. His name's Choc Chip and he's made using Jennifer Laing's 'small bear' pattern with an alteration to the back to give him a two toned body (although it didn't work how I'd hoped but I'm so happy he kept the proportions - my own pattern next for sure!)
I'm nowhere near the standards of everyone on here yet but this is my 3rd bear and I've been making since about Oct/Nov 09. I'm completely addicted and can't stop. I'd never even picked up a needle and thread before this!
The eyes were initially crayoned but thanks to Shelli on here who taught me the love of oil paints. I gave it a go, enjoyed it so much and fell in love with it so his eyes have been redone with oils.

Hope you all like and can't wait to show you all more as my own style and techniques progress. Be gentle with me  :redface:

Richard
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Hi Everyone,

My first, real post, very exciting.

So, I'm working on a polar bear at the minute and am contemplating adding a double jointed neck for poseability. I've been through past posts on this and read them from start to finish but am still at a complete loss. I think I need a completely basic from the beginning explanation.

I've been on the http://monicasattictreasures.com.au/ext … nique.html link but this just creates a longer neck and I can't see how the head would be able to tilt with this. Am I right in saying it wouldn't or am I just being silly?

Can anyone help me please?

Thanks in advance.

Richard
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What a gorgeous bear. Much deserved, well done!

Richard
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