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Posts: 112I'm celebrating the end of my first year of bear-making and have had a wonderful time. I have completed 6 bears with one under construction. I know 6 isn't very many compared to full time artists and some other hobbyists, but I'm happy with my progress. Maybe one day I can retire and spend more time on bear-making. My bears are such a comfort! 
The Littlest ThistleCongrats on your first year. I'm just finishing my first year selling. We're both going slowly but surely, and that's all that counts 
desertmountainbearCongratulations Janet. I think that six almost 7 bears in a year is a wonderful accomplishment. It is great that you found something you love.
Joanne
Past Time BearsCongrats to both of you . . . a year of bearmaking is a real accomplishment! If you've hung on this long, then you are surely addicted and it only gets better!
Well done, Janet. I hope your bear making brings you as much pleasure as it has given me!
Hugs
Suw
Woodbury Park BearsThats wonderful Janet I think you have done wonderfully for your first year 6 bears is excellent. :clap: :clap: :clap:
Raewyn
Congratulations, Janet! I'm so glad you found bear making! It really is good for the soul!
Hugs,
Janice
Boechout, AntwerpCongratulations Janet ! 
6 six bears may not be a lot for some artists, but I am sure you felt a great deal of satisfaction when you finished them.
As Janice said : "Bear making is good for the soul" and as a teddy bear collector I would like to add : "Bear adopting is also very good for the soul" They have worked their magic for me, that's for sure.
Good luck with the next 5, 10, 20, 30, .... years of bear making! :dance:
Hugs, :hug:
Peter & the bears
Congratulations! I hope you have a great 2nd year too! :hug: :hug: :hug:
Posts: 112Thanks everyone for your good wishes and encouragement.
