MY LOVE AFFAIR WITH BEARS

Hello ! My name is Gina and I love bears and making bears! I first learned how to make these adorable creatures in 2004 from reading bearmaking books and magazines and from researching online . The books that I found most helpful were (and still are) the 101 BEARS TO MAKE by Nancy Tillberg and TEDDY BEAR STUDIO by Ted Menten. My first attempt is not that great, made from brown corduroy fabric and unjointed, and with the plastic nose off center, but I felt so proud when I saw the little guy looking back at me.Then I made a partner for him,a girl bear and then a friend,and then another...Then, I went to a bear show and discovered a whole new world of artist bears,of fabulous fabrics like mohair,ultrasuede,etc.etc.and met collectors and other bear lovers, and there's no turning back for me!!! I learned how to make patterns and made bears..and made bears..and more bears..The most fun part for me is placing the eyes and then giving the "new being" a distinct bearsonality..I eventually learned the art of needlefelting and was able to make some very cute bear friends (dogs & cats). Here are some of my creations. All of them were made with a lot of love & careful attention to detail.

I have shipped my creations to different parts of US,to France,to Australia,tothe UK..What an unbelievable experience to trade with people worldwide.It is indeed a global village!

Please feel free to email me for comments,suggestions,or questions..I will be happy to reply. Write me @ gina_togonon@yahoo.com Thanks for taking your time to get to know me better and see some of my work. If you like them,you could add me to your favorite sellers and get a heads up on all my upcoming ebay auctions.Thanks and have a great ebay experience!Visit my website: www.freewebs.com/minibearmaker

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