Mohair Bear

[wfbears]

I haven't been here in foreeeeeeeeever!  Hope eveyone is well. This is my newest bear.  I've made  ton of bears since I've posted last, and I'll have to post some photos.

Toodles!

[CostumeMistress]

Wow!!!  He's absolutely amazing!  He looks so lifelike.  Great job!  I would love to see more.

[wfbears]

Thanks!

I have photos of other bears I've done on my website here:
http://www.whiteforestbears.com/
Just click on "gallery".

[petskin]

i LOVE your bears- will be waitin` to see more

[red_phooka]

Holy Granola. . .
I'm in awe. After looking through your gallery. . . wow.
I didn't realize that the muzzles were needle-felted. They look so tight!
I will seriously be keeping an eye out for more of your work. You have incredible talent and skill!
 

[wfbears]

Thanks! My husband actually does all of the needle felting. I'm horrible at it! He's a keeper!

[red_phooka]

That's really nice that you work on these together. 
 I meant to ask last night: Roughly how long does a single bear/critter take? I would imagine that they are incredibly labour-intensive.
Also, the stippling on the paws, is that embroidered or painted on? I couldn't quite tell from the photos.
How long have you been doing this for?
(Sorry for all the questions - I'm really intrigued!!)