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TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong

Iminei

TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« on: July 03, 2022, 10:36:14 AM »
This is the Official Bear Sewalong Thread ....


Over to you @sewminds  @Celia @Tamnymore  .... Its all yours!
« Last Edit: July 03, 2022, 10:37:47 AM by Iminei »
The Imperfect Perfectionist sews again

Celia

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #1 on: July 03, 2022, 11:26:54 AM »
Ok here we go
 
 I am answering your post on here @Diane i have lots of info on miniature bears and yes I would recommend doing by hand and great for taking away with you.


These are 2 of my miniatures the panda was from a kit bought in Holland by a friend of mine. 


Celia

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #2 on: July 03, 2022, 11:29:04 AM »
I am in I am not sure what bear I will make but will route through my Teddy bear stash for something interesting. 

Diane

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #3 on: July 03, 2022, 11:45:20 AM »
Ok I’m definitely in although I won’t be starting him until I’m on holiday in September.
This is what I’ve just bought, he’s mohair 6.5” tall and jointed
« Last Edit: July 03, 2022, 11:46:55 AM by Diane »
I’m a fabricholic on the road to recovery. Just kidding. I’m on the road to the fabric store.

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sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #4 on: July 03, 2022, 11:46:42 AM »
Woohooo, thanks Iminei and thank you ladies for joining me!!!  0_0

I started a Faux fur teddy bear(months ago) and had to carefully iron some interfacing on to every piece because the backing was so stretchy. So from one newb to another, I suggest either a mohair piece, or good viscose or tiny teddy fur before going Faux. most of the ones I mention have more of a woven backing than a knit backing.

A newb mistake with the faux fur was to leave the hair on the 'seam' sections. I have read since starting the first one that you should carefully trim long hair to make seaming easier.  :embarrassed: Lesson learned. I wouldn't imagine that would be an issue on the miniature bear fabric.

My kit should be here within a few days, so I'll post a pic of my goodies when they arrive.  0_0
Sew it needs juice!

sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #5 on: July 03, 2022, 11:48:15 AM »
@Celia Oh my word! Panda is so tiny! Good job.  :thumb:
Sew it needs juice!

sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #6 on: July 03, 2022, 11:50:21 AM »
@Diane, Oh would you look at that face! Love your choice, he's going to be brilliant!
Sew it needs juice!

Diane

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #7 on: July 03, 2022, 11:52:35 AM »
@Diane, Oh would you look at that face! Love your choice, he's going to be brilliant!
@sewminds I know  :loveit: that's what caught my attention.
I’m a fabricholic on the road to recovery. Just kidding. I’m on the road to the fabric store.

Janome Memory Craft Horizon 9450QCP, Janome 4300QDC, Overlocker Brother 1034d, Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 40

Diane

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #8 on: July 03, 2022, 11:56:40 AM »
Ok here we go
 
 I am answering your post on here @Diane i have lots of info on miniature bears and yes I would recommend doing by hand and great for taking away with you.

These are 2 of my miniatures the panda was from a kit bought in Holland by a friend of mine.
@Celia There's just something really appealing about a miniature bear, they are so tiny.
I’m a fabricholic on the road to recovery. Just kidding. I’m on the road to the fabric store.

Janome Memory Craft Horizon 9450QCP, Janome 4300QDC, Overlocker Brother 1034d, Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 40

Lowena

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #9 on: July 03, 2022, 12:40:50 PM »
Where can I get kits from, UK only?
I can't see properly, unlike the rest of you lightsiders...don't know what interfacing is a tv
I'd need something very simple and not too small.
I've already talked myself out of it  :laughing:
Triumph of hope over experience :D

Cazlyn

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #10 on: July 03, 2022, 12:44:55 PM »
Ok I’m in, if I can find a kit…
Crafting is my happy place

sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #11 on: July 03, 2022, 12:59:40 PM »
@Lowena @Cazlyn
here's two ladies from the UK selling kits.
Essential bears and Noble Fabric
Tell me if I need to change the links..I might need to be signed out when I copy them..not sure.
Sew it needs juice!

Cazlyn

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #12 on: July 03, 2022, 13:03:37 PM »
@sewminds the links are good, I’m off shopping… 🙃
Crafting is my happy place

sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #13 on: July 03, 2022, 13:06:20 PM »
@Celia Just an FYI if you do sell your Orphans, I spied this up the top of Essential Bears Etsy page....
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PLEASE NOTE: Posting to Germany. Due to the new packaging regulations that have been imposed effective from 01/07/2022, we will no longer be sending parcels to Germany. Sorry to have to take this step but it is too expensive for our small business to pay the annual licence as well as deal with the paperwork involved.

I have no idea what that is and whether it relates to business only or individuals as well, but something to look into. Also, for some European countries you need to put somewhere on/in the packaging 'not for children under 14(?), collectable only. I'll try to locate where I read that.
Sew it needs juice!

sewminds

Re: TSP's 2022 Bear Sewalong
« Reply #14 on: July 03, 2022, 13:08:03 PM »
@Cazlyn Ooo exciting!!! Do share when you've chosen.  0_0

eta..I adore Charley from Essential bears... One day...
« Last Edit: July 03, 2022, 13:11:48 PM by sewminds »
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