Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

On the other thread I wrote Dougal McLaugherty....but I'm now thinking Giggles McLaugherty.  He's looks like he's just about to have a good case of the giggles. Giggling because we can't find his freshly hidden pot of gold!   
He's a sweetie Jodi, you certainly bring smiles with every happy lil' one you make!!

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~Chrissi

Hi Jennie,
They're small round beads (no loop for inserting, just 2 holes to thread through) made from black onyx.  You can usually by them by the strand in sizes like 1-4 mm (+/-).

Hope that helps!
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~Chrissi

What smilin' eyes this wee one has!!  hmmmm.... I'm getting Dougal McLaugherty from him  

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~Chrissi

Castles??? Culture..the Theater?? Swimming Pools???  Trips to Islands??? Snow and Skis???  Emmett is a CLOWN BEAR aaaannnnd since my house is a 3 ring circus he will feel right at home     :crackup:  :hug:  :crackup:

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~Chrissi

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I'm sooooooo sorry ma' dears, but I have it on very good authority

(ah hum...magic 8 ball in my studio.. )

that I will "Most Likely" "Yes Definitely" & It is Decidedly So"

(honest to God three shakes in a row just now :crackup: )

have Emmett with me !

And I might consider sharing...if chocolates are involved 

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~Chrissi

Judi, you are most definitely in my prayers.  It's no secret I'm a big fan of St Francis of Assisi, well his best friend in life was St Clare. She's the Patron Saint of eye disorders and she will be with you

I got my copy of TBR last night and it's an awesome cover and story!!  Taking people through the planning, intricate detailings and timeline of a creation is fantastic! :clap:  :clap:  You're an inspiration Judi and should be so proud!  Please take care and know I'm thinking of you :hug:

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~Chrissi

I'm with those liking those ears...that could wind up being your stylistic "thing" at some point!  Really really wonderful work..you're making very very NICE bears Natasha, just like you wanted when you wrote the thread!!  Can't wait to see the next one

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~Chrissi

I'd like to clarify what I meant by "ignore them".  When I suggest this I don't mean literally turn your back  on a person at your 8 foot table or to pretend that they're not there..that would be kind of an odd situation and probably make you look like the loopy space cadet in the end!
You handled the situation perfectly in diffusing her comments with professional responses to her questions/"concerns".  Rather than stooping to her level and granting her the heartfelt or emotional response she sought from you (or anyone), you "ignored" her comments and spun them to the positive professional.....you won!!     There are other times when the literal "ignoring" is priceless.

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~Chrissi

Only advice I can give is: Ignore them. That basic bit of info every mom tells their kids and it works! When a person is tactless and confrontational as this women was there is nothing to do other than to ignore.  It keeps you professional and in control as they walk away internally spinning from not getting a reaction from you.  The only reason a person would do what this woman did is to get a reaction. If you give her none...you've won. 

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~Chrissi

ewwww...Aleta, dump cake sounds yummy!!!  I'll have to give it a whirl with the wheatfree stuff and see if it works. I'm sure it would.  Cherry with chocolate would be sinful!!  YUM!!

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~Chrissi

This is simple for me... thick cut homemade french fries loaded with tons of ketchup. When I get stressed I need salt.  The close second would be mashed potatos with tons of (nondairy) butter sitting next to a pile of broccoli covered in melted (nondairy) cheese. Afterwards I'd have a piece of dark chocolate to curb the sweet crave that always follows the salty crave
Now I'm hunnnngggrrryyy!!

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~Chrissi

Thank you to all of the admins, advisors and owners of TT.  I truly appreciate each of you and your efforts to provide a positive place for our industry to meet.  I'm grateful for the friendships and opportunities that have presented since becoming a member.  Thank you, truly. 

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~Chrissi

A physical therapist cringed when she saw my mini sewing posture  :crackup:
She suggested holding the items up higher too.  When I said it was more strain to do it that way she suggested putting 1-2 pillows across my lap and resting my elbows there.  It's worked pretty well and the pillows don't negatively affect your elbows like a hard surface would (ever get that numbness or stinging in your elbow/forearm after typing for a while while resting on a hard surface?). One word of caution while sewing this way...cats think you're inviting them to sit on fluffy lap pillows and play with string, it's their world of course
For work station height during assembly maybe one of those folding breakfast (in bed) trays, or a short child's stool, or something like that would work for you. (??)  You might even just get away with a simple plastic storage container flipped upside down.  I have an adjustable office chair in the studio, so I raise the chair up and down as I need to. It was on super sale at Staples a few years ago.
Hope something there helps you out!
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~Chrissi

These are incredible!!  They must have been heartbroken to have to finally wash their hands. I think I like the Croc best because of the detail..so much detail!! 
Thanks for sharing these!!!

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~Chrissi

How'd I miss this thread???!!  Millie, he's adorable!  There's nothing like a puppy belly, don'tcha just love the way puppies sleep? 

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~Chrissi

I'm printing this pic out...what a love (love with big claws that I would not want to tangle with...but still, what a big love )

:dance: Congratulations Judi!! :dance:   I can't wait to get my copy now!!! 

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~Chrissi

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~Chrissi

oh don't you just want to eat him up   He's too cute with his candy necklace (that's what it reminds me of, those candy necklaces!)  Really great job Kim on this little one from head to toe he's perfect!

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~Chrissi

Lisa,
Alton Brown ROCKS!!  I love the way he explains everything, his humor is the best.  I really like the Unwrapped show too.  I love watching how things are created and made (imagine that?! ).  The food challenges are so inspiring...the sweet ones are my fav...cakes, gingerbread, sugar arts..it's fascinating to watch.   

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~Chrissi

These are all FANTASTIC!! 

Aleta- a builder and a designer!! When I win the powerball (which will happen soon!!) will you fly out to PA and create the cottage of my dreams?   It could be your east coast showcase home     
Your mom sounds lovely.

Jane - You've got an entire household of creative souls!! I've just started to dabble in woodwork, nothing at all fantastic, but I do like the functionality of it all. 

SueAnn- You should be proud you've got some amazingly talented people in your life!  I envy (in the best way) anyone who can master music and composing..dance as well. 

Tami- Aaron's work is awesome, just awesome. I love his style. (my hubs not the creative type either...but like I said earlier my human calculator )

Shelli- Your Dad's a very very talented man. What a gift! And how cool that you created an online site/gallery to showcase his work!

These are all just wonderful...I'm so glad that you all shared!!  I'm sure there are more posts to come!

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~Chrissi

:dance:  :clap:  :dance:  Wooohooo Sarah!! :dance:  :clap:  :dance:
Wonderful news to read!! I'm so happy for you and you SHOULD be thrilled.

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~Chrissi

Sonya- Share pics of your brothers work if you are able.  It's such a sad thing to have lost such a young and talented man.  I'm sure you're right in that his work would have been recognized. :hug:

Sarah -Isn't it nice having a photographer around?! I would have been in serious trouble without my sister's brain to pick!    Share pics or links if you can.  (am I sounding like a broken record?? Sorry I LOVE pictures!!!    :crackup: )

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~Chrissi

Lisa.. ...PAHlease..you're stunning.

Imagine the press that would bring to the teddy world.  "And the winner of the Pillsbury Bake Off and One MILLION dollars is teddy bear artist ___________"
Oprah, magazine write ups... imagine all of that! 

Tami- I DID catch that Oprah.  I love Paula Deen, her laugh is infectious!  I was cracking with them when she dropped the little dish into the bowl and stuff flew up on her sleeve...she just had a laughing riot with it all. Long before bears my first love was cooking and all things food (kitchen gadgets, books, attending food shows, etc).  Paula's been a fav of mine for a long time, she's a hoot!

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~Chrissi

Bears, Dolls, Mini Furniture AND a mini knitter of perfect little teddy clothes!  Samantha you are from artistic blood for sure!!  I'm in luv with the little guy in the baby blue, with the little tassel hat...how perfect!
Lucky collectors at Hugglets!!

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~Chrissi