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'Bear' Bottoms Originals
Well, this little guy was certainly born of the 'Bear' Bottoms Originals Studio... I DO remember bringing him into this world.... but where the HECK did he come from?!?!?! lol :crackup:
I thought I would give a needle felted face a try after some expert coaching from Judi (Thank you so much, Judi!!!!) and this little guy was born. I'll admit, at first I really didn't like him at all and was about to give up on him, but I stuck it out anyway and now I just can't help but to have fallen in love with him. What an ugly duckling he was! But MAN, can you style his hair!!!!!!!!!!!
He's made from this completely weird, silky fur that is matted, but if you brush it out it's like silk. Then if you mess with it enough, it goes matty again. It kinda reminds me of wool, but not. Does that make ANY sense??
I would like feedback on this guy, if you all don't mind. Honestly, honestly, what do you think about him? For the Show? Has he fallen so far from the 'Bear' Bottoms family tree that it would be a bad idea to have him at the show? IS it a bad idea to have completely different styles at a show? ARGH!! It's getting crunch time and I'm feeling it!! lol Thanks, you all in advance.... :hug:
Kimberly W.
P.S. I had to add my husband's favorite hair style, the spiked look.... geez, men... :P
Kim-Bee BearsHe is so sweet!! 
I love his spiky hair do! I just started busting out laughing and scared the crap out of my dogs!!! He kind of looks like a grandpa bear 
Melbourne, AustraliaOh yeah Kimberly take him to your show ... you could have a whole new series!!! You'll just show everyone how versatile you are.
What size is he?
He's so 
I him to pieces.
Big beary hugs,
Sandi
PijangibearsHi Kimberly
I think, he is very cute, expectly when you brush he's hair down in
his face.
I also think, that it is nice to have some diffirentlooking bears too.
So people can see, that you are not stock in only one stile.
You did a great job.
Sunnie BearsI love the spiked look! I too busted out laughing when that one came up! I would use that one in a show as an attention getter
Sonya
Teddybears SwedenLOVE LOVE LOVE at first sight! He is absolutely wonderful ant that fur!!!!! 
Kassie Bears TM/Creations of MysticismHey ya Kimberly,
I was having a look around tonight (in between work) and just had to come in and post. First let me say. I read the posts from all you guys while waiting for all the pictures to load (slow internet) and came to the part were everyone was talking about cracking up over the fur. I thought - awww how can nice Sonya and Kim laugh at your sweet little bear. 
So I went back and looked his first picture, I thought he had a little bit of spiky hair, but surely nothing to laugh at. I smiled at his sweet face but did not think he was funny. Then the picture loaded with the spiked fur on his head. Ok, then I busted out laughing, but in a very good way! What a wonderful bear. And the needle felting on his face is just adorable.
Sweety - I think that is the most adorable- est funny thing I have seen in a long time.
and - I am so glad to learn you guys aren't meanies after all. 
(*wink*)
hugs kassie
MerBear OriginalsHe is great - fabulous fur and I love the different styles you photographed him in. He'll be a sure winner at the show but not for long!!
Marion
LuxembearsKim, I love him! See, I knew you could do it!! :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: I laughed when I saw the spikey hair picture!! You do have quite an imagination.
He is AWESOME!!!! :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:
'Bear' Bottoms Originals
I THOUGHT everyone would get a kick out of his spiked hairdo!! My husband is crazy... lol He has waaaay too much fun with this guy.
I am so happy for the feedback; I was worried that people would look and say, "um, can't she stick with one style?" but it's refreshing to know that people might also think that I can create many different looks. Both have their benefits, I suppose.
Hee hee, I'm truly glad you all got a good laugh out of his fur; I did!!! Plus, look at that smile, he's supposed to be a bit of a goof ball. 
Kimberly W.
Oh yeah, my husband suggested that I change his hairdo every hour.... what do you all think? Keep it spiked, or rotate hairdos?
BrisbaneDefinitely rotate hairdoes....that will keep everyone coming back to see what else you've done....although you'll be lucky to still have him after the first hour, I think he's gorgeous and someone is going to want him really fast.
Kim that hair is a riot. You definately must rotate hairdos to keep everyone returning to the table. Or Maybe have a picture of the different styles and keep the spiked hair. Either way, he'll be a huge hit !! He's adorable.
Baird'sBears I LOVE him--definitely a winner! :love:
:crackup: I especially like the Donald Trump do in the 4th pic!!
Claudia's Knuffelbaeren Yes! Love at first sight!
He's awesome and I don't find the right words!
And this pic with the spiky hair!
Wonderful fabrics and GREAT WORK Kimberly! :hug: 
OH Kimberly, he is awesome...
Hugs,
Krista
WOW!! He's so cool Kimberly! You really must take him to the show. Love that nose too, by the way. Excellent work!
'Bear' Bottoms Originals Thank you ladies so much for your input! I gues I'll be taking him along then; he can just snuggle in with all the others whom he looks nothing like... lol The more I look at him, though, the more I see a resemblance to my raccoons' faces.... in some discreet way. lol
Kimberly W.
Patsy Lake BearsKimberly he is wonderful ....love the hair dos
Kimberly, I just love this guy!! And his hairdos are a riot. What a sweetie!! I showed the hairdos to my hubby, and he just loved them.
Debora
Childhood TreasuresI love him
Pumpkin & Pickle BearsHe is an absolute sweetheart. I bet someone snapped him up? Or haven't you done the show yet?
Cleathero CreationsYes when is the show, I have been waiting to find out if he disappeared quickly or not.
'Bear' Bottoms OriginalsHI gals,
The show was last weekend, and nope he didn't sell! He's still here. I suppose I might post him on eBay sometime in the next couple of weeks. :)
Kimberly W.
Mountain Dreamer BearsHe's awesome Kim! I love his toes, his expression, his gorgeous eyes and his style-able hair. He's really cool! :clap:
