These two bears were made whilst on our trip on the ‘Oriana’ Cruise ship in January. Cruise’s have several sea-days and it is useful to have a good book or take a small hobby to fill the gaps between entertainment events and food top-ups.
They are the last items to be made from the dense, short brown Mohair I bought last year. I think 6 have been made so far.
These are a 60% reduction of the original pattern.
The only different between them is the colour of their paws. One is taupe suede, the other is peachy coloured.
Their faces look different because the eyes are closer together on the top one.
I had cut out 3 bears to sew on the cruise. However, I met this lady called Margaret who was an avid embroiderer, but had not brought anything with her. I offered her a bear to make and she was eager to try. After each session I would suggest sewing to be done for next time and she was a wizard quick sewer. I acquired more bear stuffing in Cadiz and we were sorted. Thank goodness there are potty crafters in Spain too.
The following photo is Margaret with her finished bear ‘Teddy Oriana’, which she was rightly delighted with.
He has cinnamon coloured plush paws.
Margaret insisted on paying for the materials she used and gave me a lovely gift on our last day together, which will help me remember a lovely lady.
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