Teddy Bears with a Past [Paperback]

Nancy Tillberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2000

Both beginning and accomplished artists should learn everything they need to know about the art of fine bear making. By using old fur coats, mohair and other plush fabrics, readers will be able to create eight projects that can be treasured for years to come. Besides step-by-step instructions, easy-to-follow illustrative photographs, and full-size patterns, this book provides the reader with foolproof techniques for creating bears using furs and plush fabrics.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

~Although real fur has declined in popularity in the fashion world because of conservation concerns, there are still many old coats available that are no longer being worn. Tillberg devotes several chapters to identifying types of fur, preparing the coat, and cutting the pieces to create cuddly bears. Fake fur can also be used. There are eight projects with patterns and instructions for assembly of the bears and their clothing. The finished bears are very appealing and certain to be collectors' items. Public libraries will find this a slightly different take on a perennially popular topic.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: kp books (May 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873418565
• ISBN-13: 978-0873418560
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #235,261 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Step by Step Instructions, January 15, 2004

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Patricia J. Garvey "Crazytbear" (Williams, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Teddy Bears with a Past (Paperback)

I have always wanted to make a bear out of recycled fur. Well this is the book that will teach you how. It is only for the person who is willing to be a patient sewer, but then aren't all teddy bear makers? A very exciting book, with beautiful photos and Nancy Tillburg is sharing everything with the teddy bear world. I highly recommend this book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, March 12, 2007

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Pam - See all my reviews

This review is from: Teddy Bears with a Past (Paperback)

What a great book for those wanting the special instructions needed for working with reclaimed fur coats. This book deals mainly with real fur and how it is treated differently than mohair. However mohair directions are also included. If you buy this book and Nancy's other book "101 Bears to Make" you will have all the information you need on bear making.----------------------Pam

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Teddy Bears with a Past, May 23, 2011

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This review is from: Teddy Bears with a Past (Paperback)

I can not say enough about this book. It's every thing I needed to make Mink Teddy Bears, I'm thrilled.

It's step by step and mow I can make my Bears.