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I'm so excited to have completed my very first bear today. 
Please say hello to Arthur, he is 12" tall and 7" when sitting. I made him out of brown tipped gold mohair with ultrasuede paw pads, there are nuts and bolts jointing the arms/legs and a wobble joint in the neck. He has English glass eyes, a softly waxed nose and his claws are made from polymer clay. He insides consist of polyfil, pellets and a small amount of steel shot.
It's been a steep learning curve but I have enjoyed every minute of it.
I really hope that you like him. Constructive criticisms are most welcome. 
Regards
Lisa
WOW LISA....so many great techniques on a first bear. You really dove right in - good for you. Great job with the photo too ! He is wonderful !!!! ai think you are a natural. He has a very unique belly, intruiging.
Your first bear!!!! 
Wonderful!!!!!! :clap: :dance: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dance:
I agree with Tammy, everything looks great including the photo. Well done.
~Kathy
That's your first Bear?????? Your kidding us right???? OUTSTANDING JOB!!!
Hugs,
Krista
That's a freaking AWESOME first bear, Lisa. Congratulations on a really wonderful bear!
I have to add my WOW to all the other ones ( sure more to come!! ) WONDERFUL bear Lisa!! :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: Keep them coming!!!
Bear hugs and Golly smiles.
Gladys 
TinyBearWhat a fantastic first bear Lisa.
Well done
Thank you, thank you, thank you! It means so much to hear such a positive response from you guys, I was kind of nervous about posting since your stuff is just so fantastic.
He has a very unique belly, intruiging.
Yes he does doesn't he. I wanted him to have a nice rounded tum and this is how he turned out. I wasn't sure about it at first but now I've grown to like it, perhaps the hours and hours spent pouring over and stitching him might have had something to do with it. 
I'm already moving on to my next project but first there is Hugglets to attend. I've never been to a bear fair before and I'm really looking forward to it. My husband thinks I'm mad to travel so far for a bunch of bears. Pah, what does he know! Gosh, I must have it bad.
Regards
Lisa
SanguineCreationsWell done, he's lovely. I agree you are a natural.
Tuppies TeddiesLisa, well done he sure is awesome. As for hubby thinking your mad, a lot of family and friends just don't understand bearmakers and their love and obsession with these critters....join the club...
Delartful BearsOh!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!! Amazing first bear - I'm amazed!
Well done you!!!!!
Danni
Amazing!! Just amazing!!! What a superb bear, and he is your first!!!???
You will LOVE Hugglets. It is a wonderful experience!!!
WOW! Incredible first bear You are definitely a natural
Arthur is a wonderful first bear, Lisa.
Look forward to seeing more.
Hugs
Carolyn
Waggle BearsI agree with everyone: he's a really cute little guy. Tammy mentioned his "unique tummy." Well, my tummy looks just like his, although it's so much cuter on him! :crackup:
Marlys
A big thank you to everyone for their kind comments. I have started with my next bear and have another project lined up for after too. So much to do and not enough time in the day. 
Regards
Lisa
Burlison BearsBravo Lisa! :clap:
if that is your first bear consider yourself gifted! Dang, you should have seen my first bear! It wouldn't even be in the same league as yours! If there was a contest for Best First Bear you'd win hands down!
Keep up the great work. I look forward to seeing your future bears.
-Eliza
fribbles, ltd.Lisa, INCREDIBLE job on him!! Would that my first bear looked like that---but alas, much less adorable and bearly =P there! Congratulations on a wonderful teddy, can't wait to see more of your work!!
Amelia
Posts: 2,203Wow! I hope my first sewn bear looks like that!~ I have been struggling with chrocheted bears I make my own patterns because I cant read anyone elses. I hope you keep him, but if you dont... 
