 This book is about the bears in the Carrousel Collection of the Michauds. Each bear has his own story to tell about where he came from, who his owners were, and the places that he has lived. The Michauds obtain many old bears, and try to get them from the original owners so they know the complete story of the teddy bears' lives. "Just Ted," a 1924 gray mohair bear acquired at an antique show in Flint Michigan, became the first Teddy in the series of recreations from the Carrousel Museum Collection. Terry & Doris Michaud are well known as bear makers, collectors, and authors. Starting their adventures into creating bears in 1978, they have become leading masters in the field. Hardback, 96 pages book in excellent condition. Autographed by the authors. Printed 1985. |
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A collection of stories about teddy bears and their owners by master storytellers Terry and Doris Michaud. A sequel to their first book, Bears Repeating – Stories Old Teddy Bears Tell, the Michauds again delve into the fascinating history behind specific bears. The Michauds try to obtain bears from their original owners so the entire history of the bear can be retained with it. Terry & Doris Michaud are well-known as bear makers, collectors and authors. Starting their adventures into creating bears in 1978, they have become leading masters in the field. Hardback, 112 pages, dust cover and book in excellent condition. Printed 1989. |
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The Do’s and Don’t's of Bear Making, includes a Full-Size Pattern and instructions for making a 12 inch Teddy Bear of your own. This is a step-by-step guide for the person who wants to create a top quality Teddy Bear as a gift, for themselves, or as a budding new career. Terry & Doris Michaud are well-known as bear makers, collectors and authors. Starting their adventures into creating bears in 1978, they have become leading masters in the field. Soft back book, 127 pages, excellent condition. 2nd printing 1987. |
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Teddy bears are irresistible – and not only to children. They are also easy to make. If you can sew a seam, you already have the basic skills to make your own adorable teddies. This book includes full-sized patterns graded by skill level (easy, intermediate, advanced), handy supplies and timesaving tips to make your sewing easier, and complete directions. Judi Maddigan's writings have appeared in many teddy bear publications and her designs have won national awards. Soft back book, 154 pages, excellent condition. Printed 1989. |
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A richly illustrated, witty account of the history and tales of the Teddy Bear, and the extraordinary effect he has had on men, women, and children. Peter Bull, an English actor, appeared on several U.S. television programs with his teddy bears and was a large influence in the love of teddy bears in the United States. The House of Nisbet in England (look at the House of Nisbet pages on this site) designed several bears based on his recommendations. Soft back book, 226 pages, with color photos, excellent condition. Printed 1987. |
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About the romance of making and collecting bears. Chock full of 550 unforgettable photographs, including a large color section, this book is the perfect combination of academic research, artistic insight, bear making tips, personal anecdotes of warm, wonderful Teddy Bear experiences and an absolute enthusiasm for the subject matter. Carol Lynn Rossel Waugh is an art historian and one of the pioneer Teddy Bear artists. She has written several other books about Teddy Bears. Soft back book, 208 pages, excellent condition. 2nd printing 1985. |