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jamiew Feb 25, 2007

I am starting to think I have ADD when it comes to crafting, I just have to try my hand at everything LOL

Anywho, I was just wondering what would be a good starting point for a beginner in bear making?  I am going to start myself a list of supplies needed, suppliers, etc ..

In the meantime, while I am gathering all the information needed, I'll practice my needle felting bear heheh ..

Thanks Bunches
Jamie

tuppies teddies Feb 25, 2007

Sometimes buying a complete kit is the best way to go at first.  Everything you need is there and once you get the hang of it you can then get your own supplies...

Or even getting a craft book that has projects in it, they have the full instructions as well on completing the bear...

jamiew Feb 25, 2007

Any suggestions on a great pattern/kit website??

WildThyme Feb 25, 2007

Hi Jamie!!!!  Glad to see another Buckeye here!  We just have a few.   :hug:   What size bear are you interested in making?  A full sized one or a mini....machine sewn or hand sewn?

Kim Basta
Wild Thyme Originals

jamiew Feb 25, 2007

Oh, thats a good question Kim .. LOL ... hmm .. well, for sure machine sew and full size or mini, but minis are to be handsewn right?

WildThyme Feb 26, 2007

Most minis are handsewn... though some folks do manage to do some bits and pieces on a machine. 

If you are interested in using your sewing machine... I'd start out with a nice 12 inch bear or so... small enough not to be too daunting, and big enough to do on a machine without issue. 

Intercal has some very nice patterns and kits so you can kind of get a feel for what's involved with bear making....

http://www.intercaltg.com/mobear/index.html

Kim Basta