How Do You Buy Teddy Bear-Making Supplies?
Whether you’re making a bear from scratch or repairing an old buddy, it’s worth a bit of extra effort to get the right supplies. Define your project. This will entail figuring out what kind of bear you have (if it’s a repair) or what kind you want to make (jointed, stiff, floppy, etc.). Figure out what kind of supplies you will need. Variables include joints, consistency of stuffing (do you want a floppy bear or one that can stand?), synthetic fur vs. real fur (mohair, for example), embroidered or glass eyes, embroidered or appliqued nose. Find out what kind of resources are available in your area – for example, Spare Bear, a prominent supplier of bear parts and supplies, lists local suppliers and trained technicians in all states on its Web site (sparebear.com).
