Mystery Gift Answer

The answer to the mystery gift: It's an egg separator.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Seasons Greetings!

It's the 1st of December already. Tomorrow is the first day of the Arts and Crafts Show at the McLean Community Center. We'll be setting up for the show to open at 11AM. This is my favorite show. I was first a customer and then I became one of I believe 77 artists. The show is small in comparison to others I do but it displays uniqueness and talent that only a small show can deliver.

I'm tired, but I'm still plugging along, slower than I'd like but still creating. I'm so full of ideas...my problem is completing them...tho' my goal is completion.

The new year is starting to take shape. I'm encouraged to write more on my blog. So the desire is there...time is my issue! My schedule is already starting to come together. It starts with January, I'll be at the  DC Big Flea Jan. 7-8 2012 at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA. (The title of this show is deceptive...it is really a wonderful show antiques and collectibles show...my bears fall into the latter category). Doing the Big Fleas (6 this year) keep me working and creating. It's like having a mini shop close to home. There will be another online bear show--"Cabin Fever" on Feb. 10, 11, and 12. Then there will be another Big Flea in March. I'm also tentatively scheduled to teach a class @ the Rocking Horse Gallery in Fredericksburg, VA. I'll post more when everything is firmly set.

So... to all reading this...I wish you Happy Holidays and  a Wonderful New Year. (Resolution...completion...creativity...hope and contentment...!)
~Until next time....

"Bear Hugs 4U" Online Show

The online show is now closed. If anyone is still interested in any of the bears below, feel free to contact me by my phone number (below), or email me (Marty.Bumala@gmail.com).  My next show will be in Hunt Valley (see show schedule below for details).

I will start taking orders Friday November 4th at 8AM

HOW TO ORDER : I will be taking orders over the phone. I accept check and credit card (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express). Checks will need to be mailed to me before I can send your order. Call me at (703) 431-2089. I look forward to hearing from you.

"Sinaru" (Sold)

(Sold)

"Sinaru" is a Fine example of a polar bear from arctic Alaska. Her name was discovered while perusing the atlas for a suitable name.

She is made of mohair and is fully jointed. She is stuffed with Poly-fil® and has glass eyes. Her pads are black suede. She has metallic-black glass bead necklace around neck. She is 12 inches tall.

Price: $140.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Phoebe & Friend"

"Phoebe" is a little girl who loves to read to her teddy bear. Here she is reading about Saturn from her science book. She is a little shy because she has to wear glasses now. She also takes her book with her wherever she goes!

She is made of mohair and is fully jointed. She is stuffed with Poly-fil® and is weighted with shot. Her glass eyes were clear and were painted with brown metallic fingernail polish. Her dress and bloomers were hand made. She is 17 inches tall.

Her little "Friend" is also made of mohair, fully jointed, filled with Poly-fil®, and has glass eyes. He is 7 inches tall.

Price: $225.00

(Shipping and Handling Including)

Sold with vintage science book.

"Himself"

"Himself" is a bit of a scruffy fellow, but he knows that he's handsome and he can turn on the charm.

He is made of mohair and is fully jointed. He is stuffed with Poly-fil® and has glass eyes. His pads are trimmed mohair. He is 12 inches tall. (He is made from the same pattern as "Herself.")

Price: $140.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

 "Herself"

"Herself" is a lovely blond bear. She's a smart lady and she knows blarney when she hears it. (But she doesn't mind a compliment or two!)

She is made of mohair and is fully jointed. She is stuffed with Poly-fil® and has glass eyes. Her pads are trimmed mohair. She is 12 inches. (She is made from the same pattern as "Himself.")

Price: $140.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Himself and Herself"

Sold together Price: $250.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Harris 1" (Sold)

I love working with the "Harris" pattern. He always seems serious and wise and a little bit shy. However this guys does think that a bright plaid bow is not too "over the top"!

He is made of mohair and is fully jointed. He is stuffed with Poly-fil® and has glass eyes. His pads and ear lining are trimmed mohair. He is 15 1/2 inches tall (heels to tips of ears ). His ears are wired.

Price: $175.00 SOLD

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Harris 2"

This "Harris" seems a little older than his brother. He seems a little more laid back and he always looks like he has something to say. He prefers subtle plaids and seems content to be an observer!

He is made of mohair and is fully jointed. He is stuffed with Poly-fil® and has green glass eyes. His pads and ear linings are trimmed mohair. He is 15 1/2 inches tall (heels to tips of ears). His ears are wired.

Price: $175.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Nordelle"                             "Nordette"

"Nordelle"

I was a little girl in the 1950's. I remember seeing the mother/daughter and the big sister outfits in the Montgomery Ward© mail order catalog (I used to cut them out and play paper dolls with them). Polka dots--white on a color--was very popular. My dress was red with white dots and it had a big swirly skirt. So when it came time to dress my two polar bear girls, I put them in purple with polka dots.

The taller girl is "Nordelle." She is the big sister who liked the dress first and really didn't want to match her little sister. She made sure at least one of the silly roses was in a more sophisticated spot.

"Nordette" wants to be just like her sister. She doesn't care what anyone says about the matching dresses.

"Nordette"

"Nordelle" and "Nordette" are made of mohair and are fully jointed. They are both stuffed with Poly-fil®and have glass eyes. Their dresses are hand made and their shoes are purchased doll shoes. They are both weighted with shot.

"Nordelle" is 15 inches and "Nordette" is 11 inches.

"Nordelle" (Stand included)

Price: $165.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

"Nordette" (Stand included)

Price: $130.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

Together Price: $275.00

"Pretty in Pink and Pinky"

"Pretty in Pink" or "PiP" as she is known o her friends and family loves the color pink. Pinkie is her little companion. They like to keep each other company and not get dirty!

"PiP" is made of mohair, is fully jointed, stuffed with Poly-fil®,  and has glass eyes. Her outfit is handmade. She is 8 inches tall.

"Pinky" is made of mohair, is fully jointed, stuffed with Poly-fil®, and has glass eyes. Her outfit is handmade. She is 5 inches tall.

"Pretty in Pink and Pinky" are sold as a set. (Wood box with flowered tiled top is included)

Price: $140.00

(Shipping and Handling Included)

Fall Schedule 2011

Here is my show schedule for this Fall.

Bear Hugs 4U--Online Teddy Bear Show
Nov. 4, 5, & 6 2011
The Show opens Nov. 4 @ 8 A.M. EST
The Show closes Nov. 6 @ 8 P.M. EST
http://www.bearmaker.com/BearHugs4Uonlineshow.html

DC Big Flea-Antiques & Collectibles Show
November 5-6, 2011
Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA
Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-5
Aisle I, Space 489
http://www.damorepromotions.com/Chantilly/chantilly.htm
(757) 961-3988

Christmas in Hunt Valley
Saturday November 12, 2011
10 A.M.-3:30 P.M.
Embassy Suites,
213 International Circle
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
http://www.teddybearsonvacation.com/
(717) 993-3041

City of Fairfax 25th Annual Holiday craft show
Saturday November 19, 2011 - 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
Sunday November 20, 2011 - 10 A.M-3 P.M.
Fairfax High School
3501 Rebel Run
Fairfax, VA 22030
Space #61 (Next to Santa)
http://www.fairfaxva.gov/SpecialEvents/HCS/HolidayCraftShow.asp

McLean Holiday Crafts Show
Friday December 1, 2011  11 A.M.-7 P.M.
Saturday December 2, 2011  10 A.M.-6 P.M.
Sunday December 3, 2011  11 A.M.-4 P.M.
Space #76 (Downstairs)
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave.
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 790-0123 / TTY:771
http://www.mcleancenter.org/special-events/craftsshow.asp


I will be posting more regarding the "Bears Hugs 4U" Online show soon.

Oh so much to do!

First Post

This is my first post. WOW, I'm blogging! Now I need to get pictures up. Stay tuned...
Later, Marty