Bear Basics and Beyond~ The Book By Helen Gleeson 

I have been making bears since 2003, and enjoyed every minute. Bare Cub Designs, has a signature style, -small mink bears with extensive scissor sculpted fluffy cheeks
Offering patterns, kits, workshops, and custom cubs on my website, eBay, Etsy and in selected stores, I am often asked for help from followers of my work and blog,  about making  their own bears. To assist everyone no matter where they live,  I have created a bear making club. The club is a collection of 12 patterns offered electronically to cut down on cost and postage, being able to include up to 150 step by step photos in the bumper mink issue showing every step to making your own beautiful mink cub just like mine!

Bear Cub Design bears has been on the cover of Teddy Bear Times (UK) Teddy Bear review (US) Kuscheltier News (Germany) Bear & Buds (US online) and Australian Bear Creations. My work has been featured in the above and Dolls and Bears

My bears have been nominated and won many awards, ribbons and medals from local bear show, STBF people choice awards, and the wonderful Toby

I have gained much experience from a full time career as an Account Executive in the very competitive corporate world. I enjoy coming home to my husband and bears. I fill the few hours of my day when I am not a work designing bears and sharing them with my friends on my blog

Now I bring you "Bear Basics and Beyond" a collectible book full of inspiration and advise to be used as a guide for every bear maker. I dedicate this book to you!

 

Whats in the book?

3 chapters to cover all the basics, showing you what you will need to make beautiful teddy bears. Remember an artist is only as good as her tools!

More than just fur goes into making beautiful bears, from types of eyes, joints and even the right paw pad fabrics to complete the unified look you are after for the perfect bear

Gather Supplies, Acquire Tools, Collect Fur

Do not under estimate the importance of getting the basics right.

These guides will show you everything from ladder stitching opening closed without the puckers, jointing, to adding appeal with advanced applique paw pads.

Enjoy making patterns Neapolitan, and mink cub Hershy.

 

Sew.... you want to be a bear artist? You are a bear artist?

I share with you my experiences as a bear artist and encourage you to create your own collection and share in joy of being an artist. Everything you need to think about from your business plan to promoting, and packaging your cubs for adoption.

websites, blog, social media, shows, awards, tags and so much more including creating your own brand.

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 As shipping costs for US buyers has increased with the small parcel fee of $9 making shipping over $35 total - please visit the website for other ways to order your copy or email helen@barecubdesigns.com for more details.

For all info on the book and where to buy visit www.barecubdesigns.com


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