That's a very good question. I want to make this easy for you and for me. I don't charge for every little thing. My prices are basic.
Let's start first with shipping, if you live outside of Central Massachusetts.
You will need to send your coat to me. I strongly suggest, for your protection, that you send it to me with some type of return receipt and that will give you insurance. In this way you know that I have received it - besides the fact I will either e-mail you or call you.
If you live in Central Massachusetts, I can arrange to pick up your coat , meet you half way, or you can come see me and at the same time I can tell you how many bears I can get out of it, along with the cost.
Now, how do you get your bears back?
For those you have shipped your coat or other item to me, I will ship your bears back to you via UPS. I have found this way more reliable, quicker and less expensive. The cost is $15 for one bear or $25 for two or more.
If you live in Central Massachusetts I will return them the same way which I picked them up, unless you brought your coat to a craft show. In that case, arrangements will be made differently.
If you are planning to have Teddy Bears made as Christmas gifts, I would ask that you get your coat to me by September 1st. Anything after that date cannot be guaranteed for Christmas delivery. There are times when I am extremely busy and cannot guarantee Christmas delivery even if I do have your coat by this time. Please check with me. I will do my best to accommodate each individual request.
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The actual cost of making the Teddy Bear.....
I make either a 12" or 18" Teddy Bear. I charge the same price regardless of what size Teddy Bear I make. This keeps it simple for everyone.
If I make a Teddy Bear from a fur coat (with the exception of Mouton Lamb) the cost per Teddy Bear is $75.00.
This includes, Mink, Muskrat, Rabbit, Persian Lamb, Fox, Goat, Beaver or Raccoon.
If the fur is Mouton Lamb I will only make an 18" Teddy Bear. The cost is $85.00.
The reason being...the fur of the Mouton is very dense and the pelt very thick. Sewing these Teddy Bears is a TRUE act of love as they are very difficult to do. But, of all the Teddy Bears, this fur makes an absolutely beautiful classic Teddy Bear!
If you would like a Teddy Bear made from an item other than a fur coat, the cost is $45.00 per Teddy Bear.
This would include Baby Clothes, Sleepers, Pajamas, Flannel Shirt, Broadcloth type fabrics, Denim.
I have had the pleasure to make Teddy Bears of old military uniforms.
For these particular items, I strongly recommend an 18" Teddy Bear, the cost is $75.00.
There are some fabrics which I won't make Teddy Bears from.
This is always at my discretion. I in no way encourage people to have the clothing article made into a Teddy Bear if you show some type of hesitation. I'm always willing to speak with you, or e-mail me, to discuss your options. When you are ready to do this, it is your choice. Sales are not my thing. I want you to be completely comfortable with your choices.
Teddy Bears from ties - 12"- These are great looking "patchwork" Teddy Bears. See the sample on the "What's New?" page which is made from 13 ties. You can use up to 19 different ties to make this wonderful keepsake. Cost $45.00 plus shipping.
Butterfly Clip - See sample on the"What's New?" page - cost $15.00 each plus shipping.
Butterfly Broach - Fashioned after a popular piece of jewelry from Europe in the 1950's. See sample on the "What's New?" page. - cost $15.00 each plus shipping.
