What Size of Bear Can Be Created? I create bears 10" to 22" in size, however, the type of fur you have determines the size of bear that can be created (example if your fur is fox, a large 22" bear needs to be created due to the thickness, the undercoat density & length of the guard fur.
Once I open your fur I will email you the number & sizes of bears that can be created. The number of bears that can be created depends upon the condition of the fur, type of fur, style & size of the coat.
Usually one 20-22" bear or three 15" bears can be created from a jacket, four to five 15" bears can usually be created from a full length mink.
One 15" bear or tow smaller bears can be created from a mink stole.
Fee: Each teddy bear created from 'Your Fur' is $195 plus shipping to return...your choice of size, no difference in price...after all it is your fur!
When adopting teddy bears from my website, prices are as indicated
Remnants: Remnants are returned if requested otherwise I dispose
What's Included: Each of my bears are fully jointed (heads, arms & legs move), lined with muslin, handblown glass eyes, embossed/flocked noses, stuffed with polyfil, ground glass in the belly & paws for a weighted feel.
The lining can be used for the paws or you may wish ultra suede paws (I like to use as much from the coat as possible). If there are monograms inside the coat these can be placed onto a paw, depending on the size.
Included is your choice of lace collars, colourful bows, pearls or perhaps a string of rusty bells round their necks to adorn.
Hats can be added to adorn a lady bear for $35. They are one-of-a-kind so choices/colours are limited.
Bows and/or vests can be created from the coat's lining for $10 each
If there is a contrasting fur collar on your coat a little stole can be created & lined with the coat's lining for $25 each
Eye glasses can be added for $10 each
Each bear is named by you. This is printed along with the bears details onto a 'hang tag' which is attached to the back of each bear.
I like to add the relationship to the original owner of the fur so it can be passed along to the next generation. For example, 'Louise'...'Handcrafted from Grandma's Previously Enjoyed Fur Coat'
I Have a Fur Hat?: No need to send. Furriers often add a plastic mesh lining for structure which is sometimes glued to the pelts. I cannot separate these without ruining the pelts. The wedge pieces are not usually large enough for any of pieces of a bear.
Length of Time to Complete My Bears? I complete the bears in the order I receive the furs. The length of time to receive your bears is dependent on the number of bears already on order.
Please expect at least 8-10 weeks as I always have bears on order.
If you wish your bears for Christmas gift giving please order early in the year to avoid disappointment.
Shipping: Shipping of your teddy which you adopt from my site, is included within Canada and the USA.
Customers who want teddy bears created from their furs find it easiest to mail their furs by regular parcel mail. If you choose courier, any broker fees charged to accept delivery will be added to your invoice.
If shipping your fur across the US/Canada border enter 'Gift' and 'Used Coat' on the customs slip. It is a gift since your fur is not being purchased.
Enter $5 value, not your sentimental value or fees (duty) to accept delivery will be added to your invoice. The amount of duty is calculated based on the value you enter on the label.
For my Canadian clients, Canada Post offers flat rate shipping boxes~$19-$32. The purchase of the box is the cost to ship.
Returns: Obviously, once I have created an heirloom from your fur coat there are no returns. If you purchase a bear that has been created from my collection, I will happily accept returns or exchanges. Please return within 7 days. You pay shipping for returns.
Layaways: I am more than happy to arrange a payment schedule with you. You choose the amount of payments you wish to make. Your order will be shipped upon receipt of full payment.
Please Note: My crafted friends are not designed for children. Glass eyes, noses and trims can be hazardous to small children.
Please place your bear away from heat, direct sunlight, smoke, strong cooking odors curious fingers and the family pet! Do not place your teddy in plastic bags to store~he just can't breathe!! (...and plastic dries out the pelts)
Feel free to message me to ask any questions~I love to talk about my bruins.
