Mother Bear Project
I’ve finally packaged up my first contribution to the Mother Bear Project – a non-profit that distributes knit and crocheted bears to children affected by HIV/AIDS. I don’t remember where I first heard about the organization, but Knitting for Peace included an interview with founder/ director Amy.
This is the second toy I’ve made and this pattern is great for knitters of all levels. It’s pretty straight-forward for beginners and there’s room for experimentation with different stitch patterns and colour work for more advanced knitters. I’m going to get more into intarsia on the next one!!! There’s something about making cute things that I find so satisfying. I don’t know if I’ll bust into arigumi anytime soon though!
Tags: bears, FO, Mother Bear Project, toys
August 11th, 2008 at 5:52 pm
Oh my god, this is the sweetest bear EVER! This is inspiring me more to give this a try.
August 12th, 2008 at 8:35 pm
Thanks! You should try one! Because they’re so quick they’re a good start-knitting-again project.
August 13th, 2008 at 10:26 pm
HIHO LM, The scarf makes this bear a great toy . Is it removeable? If it is , a tuque would also be a nice added item. What would you think about a bear with shorts and a soccer shirt or a bear with pajama’s and a long night cap.
Is the jacket an off white with a tinge of light mauve I cannot quite make it out. Is the total length about 12 ” as your hand shows and it seems about that. A great toy for any child.. LUV DAD
August 19th, 2008 at 3:14 pm
He’s jaunty! I think he might break into a jig in the top image.
November 2nd, 2008 at 7:52 pm
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March 11th, 2009 at 8:08 pm
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