This is a fantastic book for
making teddy bears that will probably bring back
memories of the teddies from your childhood!
I love the variety of bears offered from the easiest to
the more difficult jointed bodies.
There is even a teddy that can be completed in an hour
or so. Do you have lots of young ones on your gift list?
Then, this is the teddy for you!
The last pages of the book are patterns for all the
teddies that you can xerox or trace to form your own
thin cardboard templates. I agree with the suggestion to
use the carton of cereal boxes to make your template
patterns. It is easy to hold down in place while
outlining on material and flexible enough not to crease
easily.
The suggested materials to make teddies are available in
fabric stores or from the list of suppliers in the
index.
I also agree with the suggestion for hand sewers to use
strong thread, such as button hole thread. I do the same
in hand sewing doll bodies.
There is a very useful section at the front of the book
called "Guide to Techniques" that shows with text and
photos just how to cut out and sew, assemble your teddy,
and make the finishing touches such as eyes and nose.
Bear templates included with full photo
illustrations
1. Plush Bear
2. Tubby Bears
3. Lollipop Bears
4. Folk Bear
5. Clown Bear
6. Angel Bear
7. Grizzly Bear
8. Bean Bag Bear
9. Shaggy Bear
10. Charming Bear
11. Heirloom Bear
I have to admit from the point of uniqueness I like
the Grizzly Bear the best. It is just adorable and one
of the easier teddy bears to make.
I think once you begin making the teddy bears in
The
Teddy Bear Making Book, you will be forever hooked
on making teddies for all the little girls and boys in
your life.
Highest recommendation!
Details - 105 pages by David & Charles
Publishers; 11.1 by 8.5 inches; ISBN: 0715314815
Available at Amazon.com
The Teddy Bear Making Book by Brian and Donna
Gibbs
Review by Susan Kramer
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