Sydney Teddy Bear Fair 2010

Hey There,

I attended the STBF on Sunday and had a great day (as usual).

The show was well attended and  I participated in much retail therapy, spending too much on yummy fur I just had to have.

 I also thought I might share some of my favourite bears with you.

Bob and Marley

 Gaylian

Smokey and Trigger

The only down for the day happened on the way home. 15 mins from the venue I was rear ended by another car pushing me into the car in front. This resulted in the back of my car being caved right in and some minor damage to the front. NOT HAPPY JAN!!! At least everyone was OK (people and bears) so I guess I should be grateful for that.

My Poor Car

Anyway I didn't let it put a damper on my day.

On a happier note I was thrilled to find out my Rainbow Riders took out 1st place in the Diorama section of the STBF Competition. HOW EXCITING!!

Bye for now

Lyn

A New Year!

Hi There,

Happy New Year to all, hope your Christmas and New Year was a safe and happy one.

Well another year, more bears to make. Slowly getting started on new creations.

Recently I personally had a bit of a scare, on Boxing Day evening two of my fingers developed unbearable pain causing me not to be able to use my hand. It turned out I have a blood clot which is interfering with the circulation to my fingers. After many, many strong pain killers (I hate taking them, I lost a week I was so dopey from them) and some medication it is starting to dissolve, so fingers crossed I will be back to normal soon (I am going crazy not being able to work properly).

On a brighter note let me introduce you to the newest member of our family. Ralf, a 50kg, 4 1/2 year old, Mastiff x Great Dane. He is a very welcome addition to fill a very big gap in our lives from the passing of our 'Boof'. He is a big beautiful dope and fits our family like a glove.

Bear Hugs
Lyn

2 new additions

Hi There,

I just wanted to share with you some pictures of the 2 new additions to my family.

I have participated in a Christmas Bear Swap on TBACA and these are the two bears I received from the artists I swapped with.

The first one was 'Pepe' an 11" Monkey from Linda down of Lombard Bears in WA. 'Pepe' has a felted face (and what a face) and is multi-jointed. What an amazing creation, I'm just blown away by the quality of the work in him. The needle felted face needs to be seen to be believed.


My next swap was 'Nisse' a 5 1/4" bear from Brigit Charles of Brigits Bears in WA. 'Nisse' has a removable hat and sheepskin beard and is free standing. Again what an AMAZING little bear. You can't see properly in the photo but he has the most incredible, tiny little perfectly appliqued leather nose, what a treat.



This was my first time participating in a swap like this and my hand is already up for the next one, what fun!!

Bear Hugs till next time

Lyn

Dare to Dream Online Show - Sep 5th and 6th

Hi all,

Just a quick update to let you know that now life is getting back to normal (well I suppose that depends on what you call normal my daughter has now decided to keep rats as pets, Not to sure about that one) Bear production has started again.

Over the last few months (in what little time I have had) I have been creating 3 very special pieces for the next TBACA Online show. The show is themed 'Dare to Dream' and I have done just that. Unfortunately I am not allowed to show you my creations until the show on Sat and Sun the 5th and 6th of September, (next weekend) But I am allowed to give you a sneak peek so I have put together a collage of bits and pieces of my creations to tempt you. If you wish to see more go to http://www.teddybearsandcritters.com/ next weekend to view all the Special pieces created by some of Australia's Best.

Well that's it for me for the moment I am off to bed, I will keep you updated on the Rats (perhaps they will grow on me).

Bear Hugs
Lyn

The Good, The bad and The Ugly.

Hey everyone,

It's been a long time since I've blogged, things have been very hectic in the Parker household.

It all started when my mother had a fall and was knocked unconscience for a few hours, this left her in hospital for a while and in a very weak state on coming home. She also has a cognitive impairment disorder so the shock left her very confused and disoriented for quite a time, requiring me to cook her meals an run her around, my sister helped all she could but living in another state makes it difficult. Good news is she is almost back to normal and doing well. What a relief for all.

On a happy note next on my list came my new Grandbaby a girl. She is just beautiful. But true to form in my life at the moment things didn't go smoothly, she decided to come in a hurry and was born with the help of Dad(my son) in the bath tub at home while waiting for the ambulance. As if that wasn't enough she was born blue and not breathing with the cord wrapped tight around her neck twice, so scary. After Dad removed the cord and Kerry the next door neighbour (and also a police woman) smacked her butt a few times she started breathing and was fine. Now Mum and Dad have settled down and baby is in good health they realise what a very special moment they have shared.

My Beautiful Grandaughter the day she came home from the hospital.



Then to top it all off a couple of weeks later we had to have our beautiful Boof (an American Bulldog cross) put down. He had a spinal instability and his discs had moved in such way they were pinching off nerves causing everyday movements to be excruciatingly painful that no pain medication we threw at it could relieve. We knew it would eventually happen(he also had hip dyplasia as well as advanced arthritis in his left knee) but we would have like it to be later rather than sooner. We know he is at peace and pain free now but some days that doesn't help it was just way to soon(he was only 4). We had the vet come to the house so he was in a familiar environment and we buried him in the backyard in a sunny spot with his feather doona (he didn't like to sleep without it) his 2 fav toys, his brush(because he would beg to be brushed and let you brush him for hours) and his bone he had been working on for 3 weeks and we planted a native Bottle Brush over him. It was very sad but very peaceful. Most mornings my almost 6 year old Grandson goes up the back and says good morning to him and quite often can be seen sitting next to the tree and patting the grass. He then come in and tells us he's just given Boof a pat. So Special! Even though we have only had him for 2 1/2 years (he was 2 when he got him as an abused rescue dog) it feels like he was with us forever. He is very much missed by all who knew him, he was a beautiful Big boy.

Our Boofy Boy





Life is slowly getting back to normal and hopefully I will be back into bear production soon.

Bear Hugs
Lyn

Birthday Girl

It was my mothers birthday two days ago. Happy Birthday Mum!!.

She turned 77 (shh don't tell anyone it's a secret). In our family the tradition is the birthday person gets to choose anything they want for their dinner. No surprise every year my mother chooses a roast dinner so we try to vary the type of meat to add a little variety. This year we had a delicious lamb roast mmh mmh!! I can still taste it.

 As she is getting on a bit and has a balance problem we got her a folding walking stick to which she rolled her eyes, thanked us politely and said she will use it when she gets old.

I think we can consider ourselves told.

Hugs
Lyn

2 more Deceased Bears available. First in Best dressed.

Hi fellow bear lovers

Well what a surprise!! I didn't think when I made them (the deceased bears) so many other Bear Lovers would have a sense of humor like mine (slightly left of center). As a result of the many, many requests and emails I have received to extend the edition I have decided to make 2 more Dead Fred's and only 2 more (my attention span won't allow for any more) so first in best dressed.

Here are some more pictures of him.






Bear Hugs
Lyn

New Shows

Hi fellow bear lovers,

The 'Heavenly stitches show' is on this Sunday 3rd May, at Appin House, Appin

While these shows may be 'Botique' size at the moment they are still good and will not grow into great shows unless the Traders and consumers patronise them. So if your able to go along and show your support this Sunday please do.

Bear Hugs
Lyn