In bearmaking, the same rule applies. I use only English and German mohair or alpaca, glass eyes and nut & bolt joints. The filling is heavy fibre with bagged steel shot for balance or to give that weighty feel. All noses are embroidered and the muzzles are very gently needle & scissor sculpted. I hand apply subtle shading to define their features.
Not all of my bears have wings but if they do I make them from sterilized feathers or I will use very long wavy mohair. Sometimes, I combine the same mohair used for the bear into the wings. I also hand make all of the adornments and clothing for them.
Each bear that I design is unique. My aim is to produce an heirloom bear to be treasured forever and beyond.
