Sometimes it is fun to do something completely different. I've been knitting for so long this year that my hands are very stiff and painful, and while I still enjoy knitting, I felt it was time to have a little change. I saw this pattern in the latest edition of Simply Sewing magazine and thought I'd like to give it a go.
I used a couple of pieces of vintage wool blanket that has been felted, bought at a craft fair a couple of years ago. I also decided to completely hand sew this - I can use a sewing machine but find it hard to control when making smaller items. Just as well I did as some layers (ears & tail) were almost 2cm thick!
The pattern had the bear embroidered with snowflakes - well, I didn't want to do that, I like a bit of realism. So I looked up some pictures of polar bears feet and gave him some little pads instead, plus embroidered claws on his front paws.
I like him a lot - he's very firmly stuffed, making him quite a substantial toy.
Now all I need to do is find him a good home - any volunteers?
Made the first mince pies of the season last week - delicious!
1 comment:
he's adorable. I'd be happy to volunteer.
;-)
T
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