Doll and Teddy Bear Convention

It has been 2 years since I have done a show, so I have decided to take the plunge. I will be participating in the Doll and Teddy Bear Artist and Collector Convention in Philadelphia, PA, May 12-14th, 2011. Here is the link for the information. http://www.quinlanmuseum.com/convention/artist-bear.html  I am hoping to see as many of my collectors and friends as possible, so do check the event out. It looks to be an amazing time for all and it is a very affordable convention. Most, if not all of the meals are included in the convention price. Be sure to send me an email if you are planning to attend as I will be getting some free tickets  for the show.

Winter Bears

All the leaves are almost off the trees and I am cozy in the studio sewing some new creations for the holidays. My Holiday Web Update will take place in early December. I will let you know the exact date when I am closer to completing this special group of bears. Stay warm!

A big thank you!

Thanks to all of you for viewing the bears. It was a fun update and they are now winging their way to all parts of the USA and Australia. I feel a little like Alice in Wonderland today.....

“Sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.”

Lewis Carroll quote

Thanks for making impossible things come true.

Karen

Summer Blog Update

I hope you enjoy these summer inspired bears.....There are 8 "companions" to choose from. It is always a bit of computer chaos when the photos go up, so please be patient. I will return your emails as soon as I can. Thanks for viewing.....and now.....

THE BEARS

Rhythm 

 12" bear with vintage polka dot jumper.

Antique optical lens collage pendant.

$340. plus shipping

SOLD

Tickle Me 

 8" tan mohair bear with vintage black and white check jumper.

One of a kind collage pendant.

$260. plus shipping

SOLD

Sing  

12" blue curly mohair bear in an amazing vintage dotted swiss dress.

Antique optical lens collage pendant.

$340. plus shipping

SOLD

Distracted 

 8" red mohair bear. 

Vintage striped jumper with rick rack trim.

One of a kind collage pendant.

$260. plus shipping

SOLD

 Better Judgement 

12" gold mohair bear.

Vintage blue chambray shorts.

Antique optical lens collage pendant.

$340. plus shipping

SOLD

Half Wild

7" bunny made of pale blue distressed mohair.

Vintage jacket with calico animal print and collage pendant.

$260. plus shipping

SOLD

Party Girl

10" tan mohair bear.

Vintage blue check jumper.

Antique optical lens collage pendant.

$310. plus shipping

SOLD

Specimen

5" blue mohair bear with collaged legs and arms.

Antique photo pin is dangling from her arm. 

Attached (removable) to 6"x6"x2"deep canvas, collaged with vintage papers.

Detail photos follow....

$245. plus shipping

SOLD

Thanks for viewing my Quiet Companions. Have a safe and fun summer.

Karen O'Brien

The Next Web Update is Set!

I am in the final stages of readying the bears for their reveal. Save the date for: Wednesday, August 18th at 11:00 a.m. PST. Hope to see you here!

Bears Are Coming!

It has been a very long stretch, but I wanted you all to know that I am in "production." I am "arming" bears and am expecting to have some available by August, so keep an eye out. If you would like to know the exact date, please sign up for my email list and I will notify you a week before the reveal.

Work in Progress

Just an update to let you know I am picking out fur for my Spring Update. Not sure of the date, but I am thinking March. Stay tuned and stay warm....Spring is coming!