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Budd Bears Boutique
BC, Canada
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Jo-Ann G Sep 16, 2005

I would appreciate your opinions on Howie. This is my 1st material Teddy from a new pattern I desgined. It is a gift for my Mom created from my Late Father's Housecoat. I will be posting it to my website to promote Teddies made from materials other than fur.

Nova Scotia,Canada
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Shari Sep 16, 2005

Aww,Howie is adorable,the plaid is reminding me of my childhood,how sweet.Thanks for the memories bear_laugh What a wonderful idea bear_original
Hugs and blessings,Shari.

Wild Thyme Originals
Hudson, Ohio
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WildThyme Sep 16, 2005

Just adorable! I love the idea of people making bears out of a loved ones clothes. What a loving tribute!

Beary truly yours,
Kim basta
Wild Thyme Originals

Winneybears and Friends
White City, Oregon
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Winney Sep 16, 2005

Howie came out really well with the plaid, I love the way you matched the plaids up..Howies a treasure and he's a cheery sort of guy..Winney

Past Time Bears
Double Oak, Texas
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SueAnn Help Advisor, Banner SponsorSep 16, 2005

Super, great job, Jo-Ann! Your mom will treasure Howie, I'm sure! I made a bear from a lady's high school prom dress (the fabric was satin) and I nearly went crazy. Satin is NOT the most wonderful bear fabric. bear_shocked

SHELLI MAKES
Chico, California
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Shelli Retired Help Advisor, Banner SponsorSep 16, 2005

Jo-Ann, that tartan guy is incredibly cute. I once made a bear from very short velvet and it's so hard because you have to be extra careful to do every seam evenly; there's no mohair to cover your boo-boos.

What an absolute treasure this guy will be.

I love the idea of promoting bears of all materials, too, by the way; some people are simply allergic, or sensitive, to our beloved mohair. Thanks goodness, not me!

Upstate New York
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Deb Sep 16, 2005

I love Howie! Very sentimental thought too. Your Mom will be touched.

Teddy Bear Academy
Nicholasville, KY
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Laura Lynn Banner SponsorSep 17, 2005

Oh he IS adorable!!!

Budd Bears Boutique
BC, Canada
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Jo-Ann G Sep 17, 2005

Thank You! It is nice to get feedback on my latest Teddy, especially from all of you talented ladies.

Delartful Bears
Australia
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Delartful Bears Sep 17, 2005

What a cutie, love the tartan!

Danni

Back Road Bears
Laconia, NH USA
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Daphne Sep 17, 2005

He's wonderful. I find working with non-furry fabric to be a challenge. You've certainly risen far above it for Howie is perfect. Very nice job!

Daphne

bears by beesley TM
Tofield Alberta Canada
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bearsbybeesley Sep 17, 2005

Jo Anne? What do we think? Oh my gosh he is beautiful and absolutely lovely. Your Mom is going to cry and you know that don't you? All our hugs, he is wonderful!!!

Many Hugs Louise