Teddy Bears and How to Make Them

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Summary: Bears!
Review: I love this book! I bought it years ago when I was in college. Recently, when asked for patterns for teddy bears, I immediately thought of this book and checked here to see if it was available. I'm glad to see it's still in print.

This contains wonderful stories and histories about teddy bears as well all told in a delightful manner. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to learn how to make bears or a bit about thier history.

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Summary: Disappointment!
Review: I ordered this book on a recommendation from a Bear shop. I was very disappointed, as it was written in 1964 and the bears are all very old fashioned. I was also hoping for some design tips, but find this book sadly lacking in this area.

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Summary: blessing of a seamstress
Review: I purchased this book years ago and made bears for my children from the patterns and instructions given. Very beautiful and unique animals can be made by a person who already knows how to sew well. I had to search hardware stores and leather shops for the pieces and tools needed as some of the goods recommended in the book are either no longer available or are difficult to find. But an inventive person can find very servicable substitutes. I repurchased the book (had given the other to a relative) as it's the best around.