Tools of the Trade

Long needles - 6", 8", & 12"
Choose a jointing system: plastic, lock nut, cotter pins, hardboard discs
Needles and good quality sewing thread, upholstery thread (for closing), "dental floss" (to set eyes), thimble & needle grabber
Sharp scissors - shears and small embroider size
Needle nose pliers
Assortment of perle cottons to embroider noses
Glass eyes - have an assortment so that the "best size" for your bear can be chosen
Awl - for making joint holes
Hemostat for turning small pieces
Permanent black marker to mark fabric
Fingertip or larger bunka brush for taking fur out of seams
Long shank glass head pins (or bear clamps)
Stuffing Tools
Stuffing; plastic pellets, glass beads, excelsior, Polyester Fiberfil