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NEW! "Woman Makes Teddy Bears From Fur Coats" - Karlin Covers Central Iowa News Story from KCCI Des Moines. Watch the video here.

Real Fur Teddy Bears: Since 1988, Teddy Bear Artist, Karla McDowell has been creating very special Teddy Bears from vintage fur coats. Fur coats worn by family members are treasured and very rarely given up. Many spend years in the closet, unfit for wear. By creating Teddy Bears from the furs, family members can share the memories connected to the coats, and preserve them for future generations. So get that coat out of the closet, contact Karla, and ready your heart for a special new friend.

Teddy Bear Encyclopedia! A Special Feature of the Old Bear Clinic website! Each month you will find a different Teddy Bear manufacturer featured. Vintage and Antique bears identified, with characteristics noted to help collectors in their search for Teddy Bears to add to their collections.

Professional Restorations: This service is offered for your vintage or antique Teddy Bear. TLC (Tender Loving Care) for the WLB (Well Loved Bear). Extensive research is done, prior to restoration, to ensure all restoration work maintains the identity and value of the Teddy Bear.

Please contact Karla McDowell at teddy@oldbearclinic.com, or call 515-993-4004 for further information. Come Back Again SOON!!!!