- Paperback: 105 pages
- Publisher: David & Charles Publishers (Oct 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0715314815
- ISBN-13: 978-0715314814
- Product Dimensions: 28.1 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 805,905 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Renowned teddy bear makers Brian and Donna Gibbs have created a fabulous collection of bears designed to develop soft toy making skills.
The teddy bear is everyone's favourite soft toy, and makes the perfect gift for friends and family whatever the occasion from births to birthdays. What could be more special than a handmade bear? Follow the illustrated step-by-step instruc-tions in each chapter and discover how easy teddy-bear making can be from the simple to make Starter Bear in Chapter 1 that's cut from just two pieces of fabric, through to the classic fully jointed Heirloom Bear in Chapter 12. With a dozen adorable designs to choose from, this book is ideal for both the beginner and for those looking to enhance soft-toy making skills.
About the Author
Brian and Donna Gibbs' company, Bridon Bears, specialises in producing kits for heirloom-quality, fully-jointed bears. They have produced three previous titles on making teddy bears all published by David & Charles. Brian and Donna live in Bridport, Dorset
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Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Yes, they have done it again - Brian and Donna Gibbs have written yet another excellent and easy-to-follow book on bear making!
Yes, they have done it again - Brian and Donna Gibbs have written yet another excellent and easy-to-follow book on bear making!
This beautifully photographed manual is both very appealing and very easy to follow - my 14 year old daughter is keen to start making the plush bear and says that it looks really easy as each step is accompanied by a clear photograph.
The book progresses through the various levels of bear-making gradually by introducing an additional skill in each chapter, such as the introduction of more defined features or of felt footpads, thus giving the bearmaker more confidence and therefore able to produce a more advanced bear each time if desired. There is also a clear and simple photographic guide to the techniques at the beginning of the book which simplifies the process even more.
My favourite has to be the gorgeous brown four-pawed Grizzly Bear or his friend the Polar Bear, closely followed by the adorably cheeky Shaggy Bear and the fully jointed traditional Heirloom Bear but there are so many to choose from - in fact one for everyone's taste.
I would not hesitate to recommend this book to anyone wanting to make a bear as I think it will persuade you to create a cuddly and it is the Gibbs' best book to date! Well done!
(When is the next one due?!)
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Kind of Disappointing
6 April 2005
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this book because I have another by the same authors that is excellent. However, this one is not nearly as good. Nine of the patterns are for very basic, non-jointed bears, with only two patterns for jointed bears.
This might be a good book for a complete beginner, but if you have much experience or want to make jointed bears, I would pass on this one.
This might be a good book for a complete beginner, but if you have much experience or want to make jointed bears, I would pass on this one.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Teddy Bears for Everyone - by Susan Kramer, Doll Making Editor at BellaOnline
15 Dec 2005
Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic book for making teddy bears that will probably bring back memories of the teddies you grew up with!
I love the variety of bears offered from the easiest to the more difficult jointed bodies.
There is even a teddy that can be completed in an hour or so. Do you have lots of young ones on your gift list? Then, this is the teddy for you!
The last pages of the book are patterns for all the teddies that you can xerox or trace to form your own thin cardboard templates. I agree with the suggestion to use the carton of cereal boxes to make your template patterns. It is easy to hold down in place while outlining on material and flexible enough not to crease easily.
The suggested materials to make teddies are available in fabric stores or from the list of suppliers in the index.
I also agree with the suggestion for hand sewers to use strong thread, such as button hole thread. I do the same in hand sewing doll bodies.
There is a very useful section at the front of the book called "Guide to Techniques" that shows with text and photos just how to cut out and sew, assemble your teddy, and make the finishing touches such as eyes and nose.
I have to admit from the point of uniqueness I like the Grizzly Bear the best. It is just adorable and one of the easier teddy bears to make.
I think once you begin making these teddy bears in you will be forever hooked on making teddies for all the little girls and boys in your life.
My highest recommendation!
I love the variety of bears offered from the easiest to the more difficult jointed bodies.
There is even a teddy that can be completed in an hour or so. Do you have lots of young ones on your gift list? Then, this is the teddy for you!
The last pages of the book are patterns for all the teddies that you can xerox or trace to form your own thin cardboard templates. I agree with the suggestion to use the carton of cereal boxes to make your template patterns. It is easy to hold down in place while outlining on material and flexible enough not to crease easily.
The suggested materials to make teddies are available in fabric stores or from the list of suppliers in the index.
I also agree with the suggestion for hand sewers to use strong thread, such as button hole thread. I do the same in hand sewing doll bodies.
There is a very useful section at the front of the book called "Guide to Techniques" that shows with text and photos just how to cut out and sew, assemble your teddy, and make the finishing touches such as eyes and nose.
I have to admit from the point of uniqueness I like the Grizzly Bear the best. It is just adorable and one of the easier teddy bears to make.
I think once you begin making these teddy bears in you will be forever hooked on making teddies for all the little girls and boys in your life.
My highest recommendation!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Teddy Bear Making Book
8 April 2008
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is very inspirational. It's well written and has a great selection to choose from. Very clear instructions.
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