Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

Cyndee, I totally agree.  And, yes, I did marry a wonderful wonderful man.  We've been married for 28 years.
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Thanks, Becky.
It gave me weaknesses but also strength.  It made me who I am today, and I'm proud of who that is.  I hope that makes sense.
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I remember this study and related.  My parents were unable to show love or emotion , except in the worst way.  I barely survived.

Creative raw energy amply telling in ventures explored. 

Do you have a Walmart close by?  As Joanne said, try them ..Skip their website, it can be confusing.

Merry elves ran rampant illuminating lovely yews.
Merry Christmas, everyone!!!

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Teddy entrepreneurs new artistic creations instigate outstanding utters simultaneously.  :lol:

Peta,
I love your name and moving on, starting fresh. 
I agree, it would be really cool if you decide to use it. 
Hugs
Laura

Elves needed greatly in nearing eve event readying exquisite delights. 

Heard one Rudolf Reindeer eventually needed directions on ushering Santa.   

Thanks, Jane!
And may I add my wish to all my wonderful TT friends who celebrate..
Happy Thanksgiving!  Have a Wonderful Day!
Hugs to all,
Laura
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Santa has icicles neon glowing, lighting enchanted sleigh.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!  :dance:

Dancing invigorates napping nymphs, encouraging rapture.  :dance:

Requesting a million presents and new tinsel!   

This is a great topic, Sue!
I never had a teddy growing up, or any other plush toy.  Shortly after I married, at 31, my hubby bought me a teddy.  I was thrilled!  And the passion began. 
I started making my own shortly after, but life got in the way and I put my bear making aside. 
Twenty years later, stressed out from owning an antiques store and running it solo, I desperately needed a hobby... but couldn't find the right one.
One morning, just as I awoke and was opening my eyes, I saw a sewing machine in the window.  It looked just like my mom's old Singer.  Right then and there I knew, I wanted to and was going to make teddys again.
There was no sewing machine in the window.  There wasn't anything in the window.  But from that day on I've been making teddy bears, first from a few store bought patterns then from my own.  And I have no intention of ever stopping.
I am deeply in love with bearmaking.  It has calmed my soul and given me something I never had, self confidence.
Hugs,
Laura
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May every laugh open doors revolving and merriment abound till insightful conclusions. 

Othella is wonderful, Tomi!  I love her sweet face.  She looks so alive and happy. 
You did a fantastic job!!!
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Readying every jolly old invaluable Christmas elf.  :dance:

In November sleeps peonies, irises, roses in napping gardens.

Teddys really appreciate neat seams, lovely appropriately tight even stitches.

Thank you, Peter.
You are so very sweet!
 

Mirabella is an adorable bunny.  She has such a cute face. 
I just love her!

I'm sorry this happened to you, Joanne.
This is all pretty much over my head, but I too think it's wrong, and that it's a form of stealing. 
The suggestions given here will help others, like myself, who someday hope to have mailing lists.
I thank you all for your candid advice!
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Thank you all!  I truly appreciate your kind words.
Peter, I'm not selling my bears yet.  But thank you so much for asking!
I hope to soon, though.  I feel I'm not quite ready.  I want to improve a bit more on workmanship.  I believe in quality. 
Thanks again!
  Hugs to all.   :hug:

Hello!
Kindly meet Marty, my newest little creation.  Marty is 11 inches in height and made from a vintage faux fur coat. 
I hope you like him, he was really fun to make.
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