Beginners and experienced teddy bear makers alike will enjoy trying their hand at these whimsical, creative designs. Ranging in size from 10 inches to 19 inches, these 15 jointed bears can be made in a variety of fabrics and furs. Patterns, instructions and color photos for each completed bear make this book easy to use. The author, a well-known artist who regularly conducts bear-making workshops around the country, includes a detailed section on 'design basics and beyond', for those who want to create their own variations, as well as a collection of tips from a dozen of today's well-known teddy bear artists. A resource section, including a list of suppliers, is also provided.
Whimsical Teddy Bears: 15 Patterns and Design Techniques FROM THE PUBLISHER Beginners and experienced teddy bear makers alike will enjoy trying their hand at these imaginative designs. Ranging in size from 10 inches to 19 inches, these 15 jointed bears can be made in a variety of fabrics and furs. In addition to the patterns, popular artist and instructor Neysa A. Phillippi includes a detailed section on "design basics and beyond," in which she presents guidelines as well as step-by-step instructions for creating variations to truly individualize any teddy bear pattern. A collection of tips from a dozen of today's well-known teddy bear artists, as well as a resource section for supplies and reference materials, is also provided.
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