durrerBears andmore

Something different

2012-01-14T23:49:00.000-08:00

I can't believe it, I'm actually on Youtube now. Would you like to know what I was up to last year (when I was not making bears)? Copy the following link into your browser to see the West Coast Swing performance of the Juan Rando Dance Academy Show in December 2011:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoxJ5Hu36ug
Hope you like it. Silvia

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year

2011-12-22T22:48:00.000-08:00

The year is coming to an end and I have been so busy training for the annual dance show I was participating in that the bears went into hibernation for a while. The show was a great success and I just loved to perform with the Argentine Tango and West Coast Swing Team at the Juan Rando Dance Academy Annual Show.
For 2012 I will take it a bit slower with my bears and as I will be going back home to Switzerland for 6 weeks I will also be attending less shows. Nonetheless, there will still be workshops at my studio every second Sunday and I will be exhibiting in Sydney and Woodend/Melbourne. All my bears will also be available from my website any time.
I would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and the best for 2012 and thank you so much for all the support this past year.
I hope, I will hear from you soon.
Beary hugs Silvia

Woodend Teddy Bear Show

2011-10-22T22:38:00.000-07:00

Hello, my bears and I are looking forward to a few days of relaxation and shopping therapy in Melbourne before driving to Woodend for the Teddy Bear Show on Sunday, 30th October. My life is so hectic at the moment that I cannot wait for a few days off. I'm looking forward to catching up with traders and collectors. So, if you are coming to Woodend, make sure to say hello.

Hugs Silvia

Introducing Honey

2011-09-15T21:25:00.000-07:00

I'm thrilled to introduce Honey. She will be travelling to Brisbane with me tomorrow and can be admired in the "fur" at the Brisbane Teddy Bear Fair on 18th September. Hope to see many of you there.

Hugs Silvia

Brisbane Teddy Bear Fair

2011-09-11T01:38:00.000-07:00

I've just finished the sewing the last bear for the Brisbane Teddy Bear Fair held at the Holiday Inn, Roma Street, Brisbane QLD / Australia on 18th September 2011 from 10am to 4pm.
My bears and I can't wait to board the plan next Saturday for Brisbane and hopefully will be able to catch-up with many of you.
There is still time to book for my workshop YumCha on 19th September at Kympatti Bears, Broadbeach Waters QLD. You'll find more details at http://www.durrerbears.com/catalog.php?item=149&ret=index.php. YumCha is a gorgeous bear to make wonderful techniques to be learned. I would love to have you in my class.

Hugs Silvia

Introducing Sandi

2011-08-27T22:49:00.000-07:00

I would like to introduce Sandi, my latest design. She is an OOAK in a series and so cute with her wobbly head. She fits comfortably into your palm and is a great addition to any bearhug. Sandi is now on my website for adoption.

Only 3 more weeks and I will be in Brisbane at the Teddy Bear Fair held at the Holiday Inn on 18th September. I'm also looking forward to teaching YumCha in my workshop on 19th September at Kympatti Bears Studio, Broadbeach Waters.

There are still some places for the workshop and I would love to have you there.
Hugs Silvia

Introducing Lucy the raccoon

2011-08-21T22:43:00.000-07:00

Due to popular demand I have created another raccoon. Even though these critters are an open edition, every one of them has slightly different markings. They measure 11cm and their tail is bendable to achieve different looks. More details are on my website. These raccoons adopt quickly so if Lucy is tugging on your heart strings, don't leave it too long.....

Hugs Silvia

Introducing YumCha

2011-07-21T03:40:00.000-07:00

I am proud to introduce YumCha to you! He is my workshop bear for 19th September at Kympatti Bears, Broadbeach Waters QLD. I had so much fun making this gorgeous panda, playing with new eyelids and a new technique to embroider noses showing nostrils.
You'll find more details on my website.
Hugs Silvia

Slowly but surely......

2011-07-18T00:27:00.001-07:00

Hello everyone,

I do apologize for not having written so long!!!

My bears and I had a wonderful time at the Gold Coast International Teddy Bear Fair and I enjoyed teaching my workshop at Kympatti Bear Studio. It was lovely to catch up with so many traders, bear makers and collectors!

On my way home, I got delayed because of the vulcanic ash blowing in from Chile. I was put-up in a great hotel all paid for by the airline and got home a day late.

Unfortunately, 3 days later I was in bed with the flu!!! And there I stayed for 3 1/2 weeks!!! I am slowly getting my life back trying to catch up with everything and getting back to normal.

I am in the process of making the workshop bear for 19th September at Kympatti Bear Studio. It is a beautiful panda and I can't wait to have him finished so I can show him to you all. Just bear with me for a few more days.....

I will be in touch soon!

Beary hugs,
Silvia

Not long now

2011-06-05T23:36:00.000-07:00

Only a few more sleeps and my bears and I will be heading for the Gold Coast. It promises to be a great show and there are still some places available for my workshops on 13th and 14th June at Kympatti Studio. Icedor and Mungo are great bears to make and include wonderful techniques to be learned. More details are available on my website.

Hugs Silvia

Show and workshops

2011-05-31T06:09:00.000-07:00

This Sunday I will be teaching a workshop at my studio in South Perth. I am looking forward to it, the creations are wonderful and it amazes me everytime how different my patterns will turn out with a little bit of imagination.

Thursday next week my bears and I will be heading for the Gold Coast to exhibit at the International Teddy Bear Fair at the Convention Centre, Broadbeach on 11/12 June. This promises to be a great show again and I always love the workshops in the week after the show that Kympatti Studio. This year I will be teaching Icedor and Mungo on 14/15th June, two wonderful bears with lots of techniques to be learned. It is not too late to book a place. Go to my website for furtheer details.

Hugs Silvia

Bears in memory of loved ones

2011-05-17T23:28:00.000-07:00

When asked to design and create bears in memory of a beloved grandad I was not at all sure what to do as this is not usually what I do. With guidance by my client we ended up with these lovely bears made from grandad's jackets. What a wonderful thing to do and I am so honoured having been able to make them.

Hugs Silvia

I'm back

2011-05-07T02:49:00.000-07:00

I'm back in Perth again. The show at Berwick was great. I really enjoyed catching up with traders, collectors and bearmakers. I just loved, loved, loved my three days in Melbourne!!! Melbourne reminded me of Zurich/Switzerland (where I was born). The hustle and bustle, the trams and all the shops!!!! It was great!!! I sent a SMS home saying: OMG, I'm in heaven: good food, great coffee and shops after shops after shops! No wonder my hubby got a bit worried..... As it turned out I was a good girl and mostly did window-shopping. I even managed to get a new outlet for my bears. The Teddy Bear Shop at Galleria in Melbourne is now selling my bears. I reckon, I deserved a bit of shopping myself. I will definitely go to Melbourne again! Just loved it!

Hugs Silvia

Introducing Coco-Belle

2011-04-29T01:25:00.000-07:00

My bags are almost packed and I am getting ready for my trip to Melbourne tomorrow. Coco-Belle will be travelling with me to the show at Berwick on 1st May. She is an OOAK/series and so cute with her wobbly head. She fits comfortably into your palm and is a great addition to any bearhug.

I am looking forward to talking to many of you soon.

Hugs Silvia

Show at Berwick VIC

2011-04-26T22:40:00.000-07:00

I just finished the last bear for the show at Berwick and my flight to Melbourne is only 3 sleeps away. I am looking forward to catching up with many of you and also to my extended stay in Melbourne for some shopping.

Hugs Silvia

What a joy!

2011-04-15T02:58:00.001-07:00

What a joy it is to create bears and critters. I have so many ideas but never seem to have enough time to make them all. There are still some places left for my workshop at Teddy's Bits on 14/15th May. Will you join me to make adorable Bonito???

Hugs Silvia

Who will join me???

2011-04-10T00:15:00.000-07:00

I will be teaching 2 workshops on Wednesday 13th and 20th April from 11am to 2pm as well as the workshop on Sunday, 17th April from 9.30am to 4pm at my studio in South Perth. You can make any bear from my patterns. Who will be coming along and have fun while creating a bear???

Introducing Bonito

2011-03-12T00:57:00.000-08:00

My bears and I are back from Sydney - still a bit tired - but getting there. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed catching up with many people, collectors as well as traders. I spent a wonderful day with Melissa at her shop The Art of Teddy Bears arranging all the bears back into the show windows and helping to put the shop back in order. Thanks Melissa for a wonderful show and a great time.

I would like to introduce Bonito. I will be teaching him at Teddy's Bits, Castle Hill on 14/15th May. He stayed in Sydney and is sitting at Teddy's Bits to be admired. I am looking forward to having you in my class.

Hugs Silvia

The Sydney Teddy Bear Show & Workshops

2011-02-28T21:51:00.000-08:00

Only few more sleeps and my bears and I will be boarding the plane to Sydney. I can't wait - I love going to shows! I am looking forward to catching up with many of you at the show on 6th March - have you bought your early bird ticket yet?

Also, there are still some places for my workshop on 7th March. Mungo and Misty are fun to make and many techniques can be learned. I would love to have you in my class!

For more info or to book click in the icon on the right hand margin.

I also will be bringing Bonito - my workshop bear for May 2011 at Teddy's Bits. He will be on my table to be admired.

Hugs Silvia

The Sydney Teddy Bear Show & Workshops

2011-02-23T00:00:00.000-08:00

I hope to see many of you at the Sydney Teddy Bear Show on 6th March. I am looking forward to this show and I will bring some new furry friends with me. I also will be teaching Misty and Mungo on 7th March at The Art of Teddybears and I am looking forward to seeing you in my class.

Talk to you soon. Silvia

Bears and my other passion

2011-02-22T23:42:00.001-08:00

You all know that designing, making and teaching bears is my passion but I thought you might be interested what my "other" passion is. This is a photo from the Argentine Tango Performance at the Juan Rando Dance Academy Christmas Party 2010.

Feel free to comment.

Hugs Silvia

Meet me at the Show!!!

2011-02-11T02:57:00.000-08:00

The doors of the "Be My Valentine" Show are open and hopefully you will have time to come and meet all the wonderful artists and their creations! Apart from my 3 exclusive designs for this show I will have random specials on my website during the show opening hours. Come and have a look and maybe one of my bears/critters will steel your heart!

Hugs Silvia

Sneak Peeks for "Be My Valentine" Show

2011-02-04T21:18:00.000-08:00

These are Sneak Peeks of my bears for the "Be My Valentine" Show.

Hope to see you there!

Hugs Silvia

Workshop in Sydney on 7th March 2011

2011-01-19T01:25:00.000-08:00

I have been quite busy finishing my bears for the "Be My Valentine" Online Show and also creating the new workshop bears for 2011. Mungo is one of my workshop bears for 2011 and I will be teaching him and Misty in Sydney on 7th March 2011. For more details and to book your place go to my website.

The fortnightly workshops at my studio in South Perth have also started. They are $90.00 per day or $220.00 for 3 workshops, which is a saving of $50.00!

Hope to see you soon in one of my classes.

Hugs Silvia

Happy New Year!

2010-12-30T02:19:00.000-08:00

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with lots of family, food and drink!

My Christmas sale will end at midnight tomorrow, 31st December 2010. If you reserve a bear before then and pay a deposit you will still get the discounted price of up to 30% off. All patterns are $10.00 (plus postage). I also accept payment plans, so don't be shy to ask.

I am working on my workshop bears for 2011. They are going to be gorgeous! Lots of sculpting and shading. I will post pictures soon.

Have a wonderful start to the New Year, thank you for following my blog and I hope to hear from you soon.

Hugs Silvia

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-20T23:27:00.000-08:00

I would like to wish everyone a merry Christmas and the very best for the New Year!!!

My Christmas Sale is still on till 31st December. Why not treat yourself - my bears/critters are up to 30% discounted.

Hugs Silvia

Workshops in 2011

2010-12-15T03:15:00.000-08:00

I will be teaching workshops at my studio in South Perth / Western Australia every second Sunday starting on 16th January 2011. Whether you make any of my bears or work on noses and paws only I guarantee you will improve your sculpting and shading skills. More details on my website. I am looking forward to having you in my workshops.

Hugs Silvia

Christmas Sale!!!

2010-12-06T19:32:00.000-08:00

To celebrate the festive season I am having a huge Christmas Sale!!! Patterns are $10 (some even less) and bears/critters are up to 30% discounted!!! If you would have loved to adopt one of my creations in the past but could not quite afford it - this is the time to act. My bears/critters will never be this affordable again. (Discounted prices are for sales from website only and do not include workshops and gifts). I will also accept Lay-by for orders of $400.00 and more.

I hope this will help some Christmas wishes to come true!

Hugs Silvia

And the winner is......

2010-11-27T06:28:00.000-08:00

We have a winner!!! All names were put in a hat and Lance (my hubby) drew the winner. Drumroll please...... The winner is Joan from "jazcat5"!!!!! Congratulations Joan, I also sent you an email - hope you got it.

I will draw another $20.00 Gift Voucher when I have 40 followers. So tell all your friends, the quicker I have 40 followers, the quicker we will have another winner.

Beary hugs Silvia

Exciting News!

2010-11-23T19:41:00.000-08:00

Now that I have more than 20 followers I will get hubby to draw the winner (out of a hat). This will happen in the next few days and I will announce the lucky recepient of $20.00 gift voucher here on the blog and also by email. Thank you everyone for following my blog.

There are only a couple of spaces left for orders of my Christmas Bears. If you would like the embellish your Christmas Tree with this lovely bear holding onto a Christmas ball - be quick to order!

I'll be back with the announcement of the winner!
Hugs
Silvia

Gift Voucher

2010-11-08T23:14:00.000-08:00

Great news! I will be drawing a $20.00 Gift Voucher to spend on any product on my website as soon as I have 20 followers! 2 more people to sign up and we will have a lucky winner!!!

What are you waiting for - follow my blog and you automatically enter into the draw!

Hugs

Silvia

24 hours Online Show

2010-11-05T02:42:00.000-07:00

We are back in Perth again after a wonderful show at Woodend and a couple of days driving in Victoria. It was a shock coming from 16 degrees and rain to 36 degrees and sun! The next show is only a day away and I hope many of you will be able to join us at the "Magical World of Teddy Bear" Online Show this weekend. Many fantastic creations - all especially designed for this show - are on offer. For more details click on the banner in the right hand margin.

Hope to see you there.

Hugs

Silvia

Woodend Teddy Bear Show

2010-10-28T23:23:00.000-07:00

Tonight, Lance and I will be spending on a plane due to arrive in Melbourne at 5.30am, Perth time 2.30am. Alas, no sleep and I am happy that I won't be the one doing the driving to Woodend. We are very excited to trade at this show and I just finished another one of Misty's cubs. For more details regarding the show, please click on the logo in the right hand margin.

We are looking forward to catching up with many of you at the show.

Beary hugs,
Silvia

3rd Bear in Christmas series

2010-10-22T03:40:00.000-07:00

The 3rd and last bear in my Christmas series is finished. He is just adorable!! Create your own Christmas decoration by choosing the bear and the colour of the Christmas ball. The orders will be on a "first come - first served" basis. So, to have your bear ready for Christmas - don't delay - order soon!

Hugs Silvia

2nd Bear in Christmas Series

2010-10-19T00:57:00.000-07:00

The 2nd bear in my Christmas Series is finished. He is sooo cute - what do you think?
Hugs Silvia

Up-coming shows and Christmas bears

2010-10-16T07:46:00.000-07:00

I have been very busy and in two weeks my bears and I will be exhibiting at the Woodend Teddy Bear Show. My Christmas Bears will be available at this show and what nicer way than embellishing your Christmas tree with one of these cute fellows hanging on to a Christmas ball. There are three different bears available with three colours of Christmas balls to choose from. I will only have one of each at the show but if you order and pay at the show I will not charge for postage to your home. You can also email me for your order. Please order early as I will only have time for a limited number of bears to be ready for Christmas. This is the first of this adorable bears. For more info please go to my website. I am looking forward to catching up with many of you at Woodend on 31^st October.

I have also designed an OOAK/series for the “Magical World of Teddy Bears” online show on 6/7^th November. This is a Sneak Peek of my beautiful panda.

Feel free to post a comment.

Hugs Silvia

I'm home again

2010-09-23T03:11:00.000-07:00

I'm home again from 5 weeks travel and slowly I am getting settled again. I've been back 10 days already but after the office there is always lots to organise. My bears and I had a ball!!!! It was lovely seeing my family and friends again and the show in Switzerland as well as the workshop was a great success. I made many new friends which I am looking forward to keep in contact.

I loved London and only wished I had more days to do sightseeing. I visited my bears at Teddy Bears of Witney (photo will follow as soon as I will be more organised). Hugglets was great, also not as successful as the Teddy Bear Festival in Switzerland for me.

My bears have found new homes in Switzerland, France, and Scotland and the whole trip was just fantastic.

I am finishing the bears for Witney at the moment and after that I will design and make a bear for the Online Show on 6/7th November. After that I will have to get my act together and make bears for Woodend. I am looking forward to seeing many of you at this exciting show. This will be the first time for me at Woodend and I cannot wait!!!

Hugs
Silvia

Hugglets on 12th September 2010

2010-09-07T13:03:00.000-07:00

My bears and I are having a wonderful time in Switzerland. The Swiss Teddy Festival and "Misty" workshop were a big success and many bears/critters have found homes all around Europe. On Thursday we will be travelling to London/UK to do some sightseeing and exhibit at Hugglets on 12th September. Anybody visiting this show come and say hello - we will be at stall 49 in hall 1.

See you soon.
Hugs Silvia

URSA Awards Finals

2010-08-07T04:36:00.000-07:00

Voting for the finalists will start on 9th August 2010. Click on the image to cast your vote.

Thanks in advance.
Hugs Silvia

Trip to Europe

2010-08-07T04:30:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow, my bears and I will be off to Switzerland for a holiday and the Swiss Teddy Bear Festival on 28/29th August as well as Hugglets in London/UK on 12th September. We are so excited and are looking forward to meeting lots of new collectors and traders. If you will be at these shows please come and say hello. I will have new bears with me which are not yet listed on my website. I am also looking forward to teaching my workshop on 27th August in Zuerich/Switzerland.

I won't have regular internet access but hope to catch up very soon.

Hugs Silvia

Nominations in ABC Awards 2010

2010-08-07T04:26:00.000-07:00

I am so excited - my bears/critters have been nominated in the Australian Bear Creations Awards 2010: Misty in Category 4 - Small Artist Bear Undressed and Isabelle in Category 7 - Artist Bear Friend.

If you receive the Australian Bear Creations Magazine - the voting has started, otherwise contact Sandra@bearhug.com.au and maybe she can scan the pages to you until the website at www.wpco.com.au has been updated. All bears/critters are stunning and would appreciate your vote.

Hugs Silvia

New Outlet in Sydney

2010-07-25T02:45:00.000-07:00

My bears/critters will be available in Sydney in the fur! I am so excited!!! The Art of Teddy Bears is a new shop opening in Sydney on 27th July 2010 and I have a cubby space where my bears/critters will be available for adoption. Misty and one of her cubs are already there waiting to be admired. You'll find more info regarding this new shop on www.theartofteddybears.com.

Hugs Silvia

URSA Awards 2010

2010-07-04T01:05:00.000-07:00

The voting for the URSA Awards 2010 has now starting. All entries are stunning and I know that my bears/critters would appreciate your vote. Click on the logo to cast your vote - the decision will be very difficult! On behalf of Petal, Hendrix, Misty, Isabelle and Nepomuk a sincere thank you in advance.

Hugs
Silvia

Back from the Gold Coast

2010-06-22T22:02:00.000-07:00

I am back from the Gold Coast where I thorouly enjoyed myself! The show was great and I always have a ball teaching workshops. It was fantastic to catch up with so many traders, collectors and bear makers, and I had many chats. I would like to thank Patti, Graham and Kryst from Kympatti Bears for organising a wonderful show.

I arrived home with a cold - the nose is running champion style. I'm now designing and making bears for the Swiss Teddy Festival and Hugglets. Only seven weeks and I will be on the plane to Switzerland - time flys, when one has fun!!!

I have also up-dated my website - why not enjoy a cuppa and have a look.

Hugs Silvia

Introducing "Boston"

2010-06-06T23:47:00.000-07:00

I would like to introduce "Boston". He is one of the new bears I will be taking to the International Bear, Doll and Craft Fair, which his being held at the Convention & Entertainment Centre, Broadbeach on 12/13th June 2010. If you will be attending this show I would love to say hello and have a chat. Maybe I will see you in my workshops on 14th and 15th after the show.

Hugs
Silvia

The ACD Awards

2010-06-01T20:58:00.000-07:00

This is NEPOMUK - the little dragon I designed for the ACD Awards. Public voting is now on and he would love to get your vote. I usually don't design Fantasie pieces but I believe he turned out really cute. Nepomuk is also available for adoption. To vote or adopt go to www.teddybearsandcritters.com, enter the Fantasie Ball and click on day 1.
Nepomuk thanks you in advance for your vote.

Hugs
Silvia

The National Teddy Bear Artists Awards

2010-05-25T00:46:00.000-07:00

I am thrilled to announce that Petal and Harrison have each won first prize in their category at The National Teddy Bear Artists Awards held at Minstead UK on 22nd May 2010. Both bears will now travel to Switzerland and will be on show with their rosettes and certificates and available for adoption at the Swiss Teddy Festival on 28/29th August 2010 in Zurich/Switzerland.

Cheers
Silvia

News-update

2010-05-10T22:34:00.000-07:00

I am pleased to advise that all sculpey bears have found homes. I am madly designing and making new bears for the Show at the GoldCoast on 12/13th June. Time is flying and I better get back to work. My workshops for this show are filling too so if you would like to come and either make Misty or MonCherie with me please book soon as there is pre-sewing to be done. More details are available on my website under "shows and workshops" or in the catalogue under "workshops".

Cheers Silvia

Little sculpey bears for Mother's Day!

2010-05-02T01:20:00.000-07:00

I had lots of fun playing with sculpey (clay) and shaping little bears holding flower buds. The have glass eyes and come in different colours. These little fellows will travel in nice gift boxes and if you adopt more than one the postage will reduce accordingly. There are only 14 of them and they will not be repeated! So, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!!! They are available in the catalogue/giftware section on my website. I'm sure every mother would love one of these cute fellows and if you are not a mother, treat yourselves anyway. They are available from my website or if you live in Perth call me to make an appointment to drop in and pick-up one or two.

Bearhugs
Silvia

3-day Craft Show on 24th-26th April 2010

2010-04-23T06:41:00.000-07:00

I am looking forward to the Treasured Craft Creations' Show which will be on for 3 days this Saturday, 24th April till Monday, 26th April. The show is at Claremont Showgrounds, Claremont / Perth WA / Australia and opening hours are Saturday and Monday 9.30am to 4.30pm and Sunday 12pm to 5pm. If you have not already done so, take advantage of the big bear supplies sale I will be having at the show. Mohair/alpaca up to 40% discounted and lots more. So come to the show and grab a bargain, my bears and I would love to have a chat. See you soon! Bearhugs Silvia

Massive sale on bear supplies!

2010-04-07T00:32:00.000-07:00

In preparation to the 3-day craftshow at Claremont / Western Australia on 24-26th April 2010 I will be having a massive sale of bear supplies. Mohair/alpaca up to 40% discounted, discs, nose thread, test eyes, eyes, forcepts, and lots more will be going at incredible prices. If you would like first choice give me a call to arrange a time to come to my studio to have a look.

I am looking forward to seeing you soon!

Beary hugs,
Silvia

ACD Awards

2010-03-30T22:50:00.000-07:00

I had a wonderful time in Adelaide teaching workshops and all the bears/cats/raccoons turned out beautifully! I just got off the plane in Perth and arrived home when the storm and the hail started. Boy, was I glad I was not on that plane anymore!!!! We were lucky and apart from a broken branch that flattened a few plants in the backyard do not have any other storm damage. So, after all this excitement I had another workshop at my studio and approx. 4 days to create my ACD Award Critter. This required thinking outside the box as fantasie is not usually my thing. But I love my creation!!!! I hope you will too - unfortunately, you have to wait till June to see it... For more information click on the logo on the right.

Cheers
Silvia

Time is flying by

2010-03-12T01:50:00.000-08:00

My god, it is already a week since the Sydney Teddy Bear Fair - I really don't know what happened to the time. I had a ball at the show and many bears have found new homes. Hendrix and Melyna were especially thrilled as they went on a trip to Singapore! All in all, a very successful show and I really enjoyed catching up with everybody - traders and collectors alike! On my way home I was stranded at Sydney airport due to the storms in Melbourne. I can now truly say that I know the airport as I had a 6 hours stay there.

The organisation for the workshop in Switzerland is now in full swing and I am so excited about it. You will also notice that the bears will slightly change again. I have something in mind but you have to wait and see.

I have also just finished the new designs for Teddy Bears of Witney 2011 and I am in the process of designing and making an exclusive critter for the ACD Awards in June.

More news to be revealed shortly - so stay tuned.

Hugs
Silvia

2010-02-28T00:48:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,

I have been very busy getting ready for the Sydney Teddybear Fair on 7th March 2010. This will be a very quick visit for me, flying in on the Saturday and flying back on Sunday night. I am looking forward to talking to many of you - so come and say hello!

For more details go to the show and workshop page on my website and also have a browse in the catalogue - all these bears/critters and some new ones will be in Sydney to be admired in the fur!

I have uploaded the logo for the show into the right hand margin. There is an early admission for people with "Early Bird Tickets" so make sure you have one to have the first choice of all the lovely bears/critters. The tickets can be purchased from the show website by clicking on the logo.

Hope to see you there!

Beary hugs,
Silvia

Be a Winner!

2010-02-15T01:02:00.000-08:00

My bears and I had a wonderful time at the "Be My Valentine" Show. The creations were amazing - there are so many talented people out there.

I would like to give you all an opportunity to win a gift voucher of AUD$100.00 for purchases on my website. Sign up as a follower to my blog and when I reach 100 followers I will draw the winner for the gift voucher. I would also love if you leave me a comment. I am still new to all this "blog business" but I will try very hard to post often.

Bearhugs
Silvia

"Be My Valentine" Online Show

2010-02-05T22:43:00.000-08:00

My bears and I are very excited - the "Be My Valentine" Online show is only 1 week away. Be sure to login to www.teddybearsandcritters.com and visit the show on 13th February 2010. The doors open at 8am AEST and stay open for 24 hours. My bears and I would love to see you there and have a chat.

Bearhugs
Silvia

2010-01-24T22:49:00.000-08:00

My pattern sale ends 31st January 2010! Grab yourself a bargain - all patterns are reduced and postage is included worldwide!

Sneak Peek

2010-01-12T23:55:00.000-08:00

Here is the sneak peek of my exclusive designs for the "Be My Valentine" Online Show. They are gorgeous bears with a suprise! Make sure you drop in at the show on 13th February 2010 and say hello. You'll find more details regarding this show at www.teddybearsandcritters.com.

2010-01-09T02:18:00.000-08:00

The year 2010 will be a very busy year for me. I have just started a new office job and my bears and I have lots of travelling planned throughout the year. We will be exhibiting in Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, Gold Coast, Switzerland, and England and lots of workshops are also planned at these locations.

I have been busy designing workshop bears for 2010 as well as three exclusive creations for the "Be My Valentine" Show which will be online for 24 hours on 13/14th February 2010. A Sneak Peek of these Show bears will be available next week.

So stay tuned - I will keep you up-to-date.

Bye for now

Silvia