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Sunday 18 October 2015

Teddy Mania!

Hi everyone! 

This week I really needed something fun and relaxing to make. I have also signed up to participate in a Christmas market at my friend's work in early December! So, I also had to start thinking about what works up quick, cute and saleable for that. 


If you haven't tried Anne's free Heart Teddy Bear pattern yet, you totally should! It's so easy, quick and enjoyable :) These little beasties took me less than 4 hours each (I made two yesterday), and used just less than 50g yarn each. 

I used different colourways of Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry-Go-Round for each teddy. This is a self-striping yarn, so I get colourful, variable teddies without having to change yarns at all.




















I added a special touch to all three - a little embroidered heart on their left chests :)

These little dudes are just so huggable! While I can imagine the hippos and dragons being kept safe on the shelf just to look at (although that does make me a bit sad), these teddies just demand to be hugged and kissed and loved! 

 Plus, they are a bit cheeky too :P Teddy selfie!

Have you made a Heart Teddy Bear yet? 
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10 comments:

  1. Unknown18 October 2015 at 10:37

    They are brilliant! I am sure they will just sell and sell-better have a lot ready! I am going to seek out Anne's pattern and make one for my new granddaughter xx

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    1. Michelle19 October 2015 at 04:20

      Thanks Alison! I may have almost finished another one already... :P I'm sure you granddaughter will love it!

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  2. Jodiebodie19 October 2015 at 10:00

    The heart detail makes them extra special! Wow, two teddies in one day - I don't even know how to find that much time in one day! You are lucky to have that gift of time. Enjoy your teddies and all the best for the markets. :-)

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    1. Michelle20 October 2015 at 02:30

      Thanks Jodie! It helps that they work up so quickly :)

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  3. Sharon - creativity and family19 October 2015 at 11:41

    These are great, I love the way that the yarn works up on them. x

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    1. Michelle20 October 2015 at 02:30

      Thanks Sharon! The self-striping yarn is just great - it means every teddy will be different to every other one, even if I make 100 all in the same yarn!

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  4. Gillian19 October 2015 at 16:24

    They're really great!

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  5. handmade by amalia22 October 2015 at 08:45

    So sweet. You can tell that they are ready for great adventures.
    Amalia
    xo

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