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Critters Creations
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Lhearn Nov 16, 2005

HI every one,
I made a mini from a kit and would like to try more making my own design. Where do you all find fabric for minis? I like the look so it has some pile to it. Do You mostly use mohair or other?
Lynn bear_ermm

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Sandi.S. Nov 16, 2005

I haven't ordered any yet, but Melissa referred me to www.sassybearsandfabrics.com for mini fabric. They have a lot to choose from.

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Dilu Nov 16, 2005

Good Morning Lynn,

Goood for you - here are some links;

It all depends on how mini a mini you want to make.

Also try e-bay sometimes you can get some ok to good buys- go to Dolls and Bears-bear making supplies.

Emily Farmer sometimes sells scraps that are pleanty big enough for minis

here's the e-bay bearmaking supplies opening page...be careful though-some of the sellers can really try to rip you off.....

http://dolls.listings.ebay.com/Bear-Mak … lsTextFeat

Sassy is good for the little itty bittysd
http://www.sassybearsandfabrics.com/fabrics.htm

Intercal is great for the 3" and up

http://www.intercaltg.com/catalog/short.html

http://www.intercaltg.com/catalog/shortnorton.html

http://www.intercaltg.com/catalog/curlymatted.html

These are just my arbitrary ideas......let us know what you cme up with too-you gotta share if you find something new and exciting!

Dilu

Kim-Bee Bears
Pennsylvania
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kbonsall Nov 16, 2005

The kind I use depends on the size... I like mini mohair bear_original

Ruby Mountain Bears
Northern Nevada, USA
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kathytaylor Nov 16, 2005

you can get scraps and end pieces for reasonable. Edinbrugh imports has a grab bag deal for mini fabric that is cheap and good fabric.
Sassy bears and fabrics always has great prices for mini fabric.
Kathy

Wild Thyme Originals
Hudson, Ohio
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WildThyme Nov 16, 2005

I'm gonna have to say Sassy on this question! Just love her selection, prices, customer service... everything!

Beary truly yours,
Kim Basta
Wild Thyme Originals

Critters Creations
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Lhearn Nov 17, 2005

Thanks everyone! I will go check out the sites. If I come across any good places I will let you know. Time to go searching! bear_original

Lynn

Honeythorpe Bears
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melissa Nov 17, 2005

Sassy all the way. I absolutely agree with Kim on this one.

If you are looking for anything with a pile you can't go past Sassy long pile. WAY cheaper than the vintage long pile and also way easier to work with than vintage long pile. I hadn't made true minis with upholstery velvet for a couple of years and recently tried some sassy long pile. I absolutely loved the result and how it was to work with. She provides really fast service too and keeps you informed every step of the way which is always a bonus in my book! Darn it, I just wish I could sell some bears so that I could buy some more...I have my list all prepared but just bought plane tickets home for Christmas and my wallet is emptier than empty!

Estelles canal bears and Tod Teddies
Todmorden West Yorkshire
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Estelle Nov 26, 2005

Can anyone help I need to find fabric for mini bears in the U K
Helena, I love your minis, I have made three minis now to develope my pattern in some fabric I was given. I love your bears and wondered where you bought your fabrics do you get them from a U K company I would be very grateful for any onfo on a good source of fabric :pray: :hug:

Bears-a-Bruin!
Macclesfield, UK
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Helena Nov 26, 2005

Hi Estelle, thanks for the compliment :redface: :)

Like many people here I use a lot of the sassy bears fabric, at http://www.sassybearsandfabrics.com/fabrics.htm . It's the smokey long pile halfway down the page. I've also been using some of the sassy long pile, the next item down. Stephanie, who lives in the States and is the owner of that site is on this board, so she might be able to help you regarding it's availability in the UK. I have seen it being sold on eBay UK from time to time. But I prefer to buy it direct using my Paypal account to pay for it. The service and delivery times are excellent!

But if you are wanting to pay by cheque, then I'd definitely keep my eye on eBay! It's usually in the artist bears section.

Country Bears
England
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clare14 Nov 26, 2005

Hi Estelle,

I have to agree with Helena, as I've just received my first order from Stephanie at Sassy Bears, lovely to see you here on the board by the way Stephanie!! :love:

I have just finished a miniature called Angel Gabriel from the Smokey Long Pile, ooooooh it's lovely fabric, I can't wait to use the rest!! Take a look at Gabriel, he's on Bears for Sale, just look at those wings I bought from Stephanie too, they're BEEEEAAAAUUUUTIFUL!!! :)

You've got to try it, ALL OF YOU!!!! :dance:

Starlite Bears
Renfrew,Scotland
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starlite Nov 27, 2005

Hi Estelle,
the supplier I know of in the uk who seems to stock Stephanies long pile from time to time is on ebay her ebay id is melsbears1 - shop name Melanies little bear shop - you could also try bear country - different fabric but they do some mini microfibre, then there is emmary bears - not sure of their address but if you google they have a web site - there are others like Christie bears
Hope that helps
:hug:
Anne

Critters Creations
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Lhearn Nov 29, 2005

Ok you guys, I went looking and so far I like the looks of sassy bears fabrics for minis. I think I am going to have to order some. Thanks for the info on the site. :rolleyes:
Lynn

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