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Yay, I have finally found the motivation to get this girl finished. Penelope is made from distressed, sparse mohair. I didn't think I was going to like the mohair after I ordered it, but now that she's finished I've decided I like it a lot! She's about 8", so kind of a petite little gal. I designed and hand-stitched her dress too. That was loads of fun as I had no idea what I was doing, but it finally worked out. She's no where near perfect, lots of little boo-boos here and there, but I am pleased with the finished outcome anyway. I was going to keep her since she was my first, but my mom did some whining last night so I guess I'll give Penelope to her! I still have a LOT to learn, but that's what you all are for, isn't it? 
Actually, I'm sure that my first bear would have been a hideous mess if it weren't for everything that I have already learned here at TT. Thank you all for sharing with me! :hug:
UKAww i think she is wonderful !! you did great !!!
Kim-Bee BearsSHE IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!! 
Apple Dumpling DesignsShe's darling....the first one is the scariest then it's just plain an addiction!!!
Jazzy RagsWow she is superb
Acid Attic BearsI love her ! She is really beautiful ! I understand why you mom want her : I wouldn't resist either if I saw her ! And I love this marvelous little dress you made for her ! So cute !
Wind Lake. WisconsinShe is beautiful, love the big eyes and what a cute dress.
:hug:
Laurie
Past Time BearsLOVE, love your first mohair bear, Sandi . . . great work!
LuxembearsSandi you did a
job ...ESPECIALLY for a first-time mohair bear. Nice choice of mohair too. 
Posts: 1,277Thank you all for the lovely comments. Once I got working on her I really had lot of fun. I had anticipated hating to do the ears, but in fact, I kinda liked it! I hear the mohair in my closet calling me now! Unfortunately there's not a lot in there...guess that's why I hear Intercal calling me too. I can't wait to touch all the mohair at the show next weekend. I have a feeling my crochet bears might get neglected for a while. 
aerBearsHa ha, that cracks me up, my mom and sister have both gotten bears by whining! 
I know how you feel. Anyway, I love Penelope, she has such a beautiful classic look. And her dress is just icing on the cake!
Aerianna
Terries BearsSandi, she is wonderful!!!! I love her big eyes!
Sophie Z'Ours:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
This first mohair bear is a cutie! I love her and her dress is beautiful!
I look forward to see your next mohair bear!
Beary hugs,
Sophie.
PottersHouse BearsPenelope is precious. If you are anything like I am, you will never want to return to synthetic after using the mohair.
Posts: 1,277Actually, I've never used synthetic. I did buy some but it hasn't been used and it probably never will! The only bears I've made are crocheted bears, so Penelope is the very first bear I've sewn from fabric.
ToadBriaryour first sewn??? jeez woman she is gorgeous!
honestly everyone here at TT is ominously talented
Posts: 2,203She is wonderful! :hug:
Patsy Lake BearsSandi what a wonderful creation she is ........ well done
Sandi, Penelope is a sweet little Bear and for your first out of mohair - great work.
The dress is really cute also.
bears by beesley TMSandi!! She absolutely perfect in every way Hon!! You have done a very lovely job on her!!!
Many Hugs Louise
Penelope is a little jewel! Bravo, bravo!! You did a marvelous job, Sandi. Her face is just sweet as can be. May I be so bold as to ask to trade the first art card you make with her picture on it?
Warmest bear hugs, :hug:
Aleta
