Christie 24” teddy Bear pattern pack
Christie Bear - named after the business founder - is a medium to large bear. She stands at approximately 24". I have made her in a soft pink but would be lovely in the cockatoo mohair. Cotter pin jointed
Materials required to make Grimbald
Included in this pack:
bear pattern
5 x 63mm Cotter pin joints
16mm Glass eyes
In addition, the following items will be required:
1/2metre 20mm mohair - pink whirl
2 pieces 6” x 9” felt or ultrasuede for paw pads
11kilo grams of polyester/cotton filling
150grms steel shot or glass beads for weighting (optional)
polyester/cotton sewing thread
extra strong thread for eyes
cotton perle for features
Also see the useful bear making equipment information
Contact Katys Kwilts for your bear making supplies
Useful Bear making equipment
Making Bears requires a few items that you may not find in a standard sewing kit so to help you get started I have put together a list of the items you will need.
Bear Making basic tool kit -
Cotter pin key or pliers for fitting cotter pin joints
Nut drivers or spanners for fitting nut & bolt joints
Sharp small scissors for cutting fur & threads
Long dolls needles for inserting eyes
Strong thread
Sewing thread
Hand sewing needles (curved needle can help in stitching ears)
Pencil
Template plastic or card are useful
