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Spiracy Nov 5, 2007

Hello everyone 

I am quite new in here, only been lurking around to see all of you guys great talents and see if I could find some tips. I am new to this with teddy bears as well, but I believe I am well on my way.
Right now I am basically ready to start sewing my first one which is middle sized, 27 cm when standing. I bought a kit with a really great guide, and so far everything is just working smoothly.

I am curious of one thing though which isn't described in the guide I am following, and which I haven't been able to find concrete answers on (please redirect me if there is a thread on this already, and accept my apologies). What kind of needle should I use for the general sewing of the bear and what size? If it's about the fabric then the one I am working on right now is being done in mohair with 20 mm. long, thick, curly hair with a swirly tendency.

In advance,

Thanks 

- Charlotte Aakerman

bearsofbath Nov 6, 2007

Hi Charlotte, welcome to the forum.  I'm not an expert on this sort of thing but personnally I prefer to work with a small embroidery needle (approx 1") to do my sewing, as all my bears are hand-sewn.  I have never worked with 20mm mohair, but have used long synthetic fabrics and have worked quite happily in this way.  I think it's what you feel most comfortable with. You might find the needle difficult to find amongst all that fur though! I'm sure you'll get plenty of advice on this subject.  Good luck with your bear, can you post a picture when you've finished ? I'd love to see it.

Kilde Nov 6, 2007

Hi Charlotte 

Welcome to TT from another Dane 

When I handstitch bears I use embroidery needles same as Carol. They are very pointy and goes smoothly through both mohair and synthetics. You find them in quilting- and patchwork shops. When I use my sewing machine, I use ordinary needles.

Good luck with your bear, we would love to see pics when you are finished   

Spiracy Nov 6, 2007

Thank you so much I will go get one today right after school, and of course I will upload a picture of him when he is done  I believe he will become very fluffy. 

BootButtonBears Nov 6, 2007

Hello Charlotte,
A big welcome to Teddy Talk.  The girls have given you good advice above.  Really looking forward to seeing your first bear.  Come back and chat again won't you.

mingrul Nov 7, 2007

actually 1" high needle i find it too small for me.. i think bec my fingers are pretty fat i usually get the 1.5" needle for quilting or pathwork like what others are saying.. thin needles lessen the chance of enlarging the holes so that when u stuff your bear, some of the cotton will not be visible..

when i first started, i use too thick needles and good thing my teacher corrected me.. hope to see your work soon