Nancy's Books Now Out of Print!

101 Bears to Make  •  Teddy Bears with a Past

Both Books are Now Unavailable as they are Out of Print by the Publisher.  Please check back in the near future for a re-released copy of '101 Bears to Make.'  In the meantime, check out Nancy's great online workshops at the EbearZ University!

UPDATE: Thank you all for your incredible interest in my book!   I am busy working on the special edition of '101 Bears to Make' for re-release. Not a day goes by that I don't get phone calls and emails regarding this book. Again, thank you for all of your interest!  Please be aware that I will not return long distance phone calls regarding a release date or the availability of this book.  There is no firm release date planned as yet, as I can only work on this project in my spare time.  Once available, I will advertise it here. Please check back weekly for any updates.

'101 Bears to Make'
In Nancy's new book, '101 Bears to Make,' you'll find three original patterns with interchangeable parts. In addition there are loads of techniques described for customizing your teddy bear. You'll learn how to dye fabric, airbrush details, create an open mouth bear, give your bear a double jointed neck or a clay face and claws. There are embellishment tips and tricks and some ideas for turning your bear into a unique project ... like a 'Bear-ionette!' Loads and loads of information!

This book includes:

•  Three original patterns
•  Techniques for custom embellishment features
  
•  Double jointed necks
  
•  Open mouth designs
  
•  Air brushing and dyeing your bears
  
•  Design how - to instructions
  
•  Trapunto paws (those puffy little toes!)
  
•  Silk ribbon embroidery
  
•  Clay add on features like faces, claws and teeth!
  
•  275 color photos 
  
•  Helpful diagrams
  
•  An inspirational artist gallery
  
•  AND MUCH MORE!!

'Teddy Bears with a Past'

Nancy's book, Teddy Bears with a Past is now available in Bookstores everywhere. If you can't find it, order it by asking for it by name. The author is Nancy Tillberg, and the publisher is Krause Publications
Teddy Bears with a Past is the first substantially sized book on the market to deal with the making of teddy bears from old fur garments. Now YOU can turn Grandma's old fur coat into an heirloom teddy bear! Instructions are also included for working with mohair and synthetic plush.

The book includes:

• 128 pages
• over 200 color photographs
• 9 full size, original patterns 
• step by step instructions
• loads of helpful tips
• frequently asked questions
• a supplier list

Projects include:

• Classic Ted
• Angel Bear
• Panda bear
• A bunny and more!

Patterns are also included for a teddy bear dress, a hat, and quilted angel wings. Learn to make your bear musical, create your own lock nut joints and best of all, work confidently with real fur!

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