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Here is a bear I have just made for my mother-in-law. She has been SO wonderful lately! I don't know what we'd do without her. I thought mum could name her.
I wanted to make her a traditional girly bear. This is a big ask for me as nearly all mine decide they want to be boys. She is made from Shulte Antique ivory mohair which is lovely and soft and silky. I bought some in a moment of weakness a few months ago, and then didn't know what to do with it.
I hope she will like her.
You've done just the right thing with it Sue, she's beautiful! A lovely tribute to your mother-in-law and to Schulte! :clap:
She is so pretty Sue 
The "wave" in the mohair pile gives her a very vintage period look . 
Mini Hugs , Ruth
She is just wonderful, what a lucky lady to be getting her.
Ruby Mountain BearsVery Lovely!!
Love Bear ForeverShe is so cute with that lovely sailor dress......
Terries BearsShe is an adorable bear!!
Thank you all for your kind, encouraging comments.
Planning the next little critter is so much fun. Lying in bed thinking about the pattern and style of bear as I fall asleep - then the fun of sitting surrounded by a pile of mohair and felt - what will look right together? Cutting out and trimming the seams (mohair everywhere including up my nose). Trying not to lose the small pieces such as ears. My dogs have a habit of stealing any bear parts that fall on the floor. 
Monty looks as if butter wouldn't melt, but trust me, he is waiting to pounce on any teddy limb I may inadvertantly drop!
Machine sewing is fine except for feet pads. I sometimes struggle to get them exactly the same shape. The mixed anticipation and anxiety as the head takes shape. Once the face is finished, this gives me the motivation to joint, stuff and finish the body. And so the process repeats itself... As a teacher, bearmaking is therapy and summer holidays mean bearmaking heaven.
Regards
Sue
