I have been inspired by the BBC programme “The Repair Shop” to rejuvenate my Teddy Bear.
Fortunately, although he was much loved when I was a child, I took care of him and he has little wear to his fur, but his paw pads are showing his 60+ years. My Mum had to repair his nose, as I used to suck it.
He did have all those years of dirt and dust on his fur, so yesterday I set about cleaning him. Research has lead me to believe he is mohair on a canvas backing, as this was the most common fabric used pre 1960’s. I hoovered him and gave him a good brush. Then using a solution of liquid soap flakes and warm water with a toothbrush cleaned him up. I wasn’t really expecting the good result that I got. I can’t remember him new, but he’s probably not as bright as he was new.
I’ve sent off for some faux suede for his pads and a new growler as he no longer growls.
Has anyone any tips for sewing on the pads. His joints and limbs are in such good condition I don’t want to take them apart, so will have to be stitched in situ. I will have to open his front body seam though to replace the growler.
I’ve tried to attach some photos but it’s not cooperating at the moment.