Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Antique Style Teddy Bears Class

    • Welcome & Fabric Selection

    • How to Print your Pattern

    • Basic Bear Making Tools

    • Supplies Needed for Charlie
  • 2

    Fabric Preparation

    • Altering the Fabric (Optional)

    • Laying Out the Pattern & Cutting the Pieces

    • Tip for Fabrics that are Prone to Fray

    • Trim Seam Allowances & Pin Together
  • 3

    Sewing

    • Hand Sewing Lesson

    • What to Sew - The Stitched Parts

    • Inserting and Stitching the Foot Pads

    • Insert & Stitch the Head Gusset

    • Prepare & Turn Pieces
  • 4

    Stuffing & Jointing the Bear

    • Stuff & Joint the Head

    • Stuff & Joint the Limbs
  • 5

    Adding Eyes

    • Artificially Aging Eyes for Antique Style Bears & Inserting Eyes

    • Using Antique Boot Buttons as Eyes
  • 6

    Adding Noses to "Well Loved" Style Bears

    • Antique Style Bear Noses Part 1

    • Antique Style Bear Noses Part 2

    • Antique Style Bear Noses Part 3
  • 7

    Assembling the Bear

    • Attaching the Head

    • Attach the Arms

    • Attach the Legs

    • Stuffing the Body

    • Closing the Body

    • Attaching the Ears
  • 8

    Artificially Aging Your Finished Bear

    • Part 1

    • Part 2

    • Part 3

    • Part 4

    • Part 5