Expert Australian teddy bear maker Jennifer Laing shows you her techniques for sewing the world's most huggable bears. This is a book for those of you who have tried the commercial patterns, have caught the bear making 'bug' and are now wanting to take that next step -- the most exciting one of all. Designing and creating your own teddy bears can bring magic into our life.

This highly practical guide contains three original patterns of varying complexity, all accompanied by detailed instructions. A complete beginner will be able to create really professional bears in a very short time.

Provides patterns and detailed instructions for constructing a teddy bear and offers tips on assembling and adding character to each bear

Beginning with an introduction to the history of the manufacture of the Teddy bear, the authors then set out to explain exactly how to make a collection of fully-jointed Teddy bear designs featuring all the classic characteristics.

This title is an all-inclusive resource for crafting the 'perfect teddy bear'. The author reveals the helpful tips and creative techniques behind her original one-of-a-kind masterpieces, providing traditionally hard-to-find information such as how to craft open-mouthed bears and create fur.

A look at the many aspects of the teddy bear, including origins, profiles of collectors, and famous individual bears. Includes instructions on making fifteen different bears, with color photographs and full-size templates.

Creating treasured teddies from old furs and plush fabrics.