BradyBearsStudio
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Hi! Thanks for visiting me here on Etsy.
I design antique and primitive style mohair bears and animals. All of my pieces are one of a kind. I use vintage or vintage style fabrics and trims to dress my bears. I always distress them for an old, well worn look. I want my bears to look like they just came out of the attic of an old home.
I will be offering my mohair, viscose & feed sack bears and animals for sale here on Etsy. I try to change my items often to keep things fun and fresh.
You may have seen my work...
I was selected by the editors of Martha Stewart as a finalist in the 2015 American Made Awards.
I have been 7x's selected by Early American Life magazine as one of the top 200 Craftsmen in America
I was nominated in 2008,2009 & 2010 for a TOBY(Teddy Bear of the Year) award, by Teddy Bear and Friends magazine.
My work has been featured in PRIMS, Southern Living, Early American Life, FOLK, Teddy Bear & Friends and Teddy Bear Review all here in the US, as well as Teddy Bear Times, Teddy Bear Club International, Teddy Bear Scene both in the UK and Teddy & Co. in Germany.
Have a question??? please feel free to email me anytime...
BradyBearsStudio [!at] yahoo.com
Thanks for visiting. I hope you enjoy your stay. :)
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Roberta on May 19, 2018
5 out of 5 starsMY HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION. This is a true craftswoman who makes work of the highest quality. In addition: the shipping, packaging, communication, & overall business practices... were all of the highest standard. Post note: Any business whose product is handmade here in the USA is a wonderful ethical choice for consumers.
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donnams318 on Apr 18, 2018
5 out of 5 starsThis bear is just beautifully made. What a keepsake. Thanks so much,
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Jennifer on Apr 17, 2018
5 out of 5 starsThis little bird is even sweeter in person! I really love all of Karen's creations, they always have terrific detail with a touch of whimsy!
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miturin12211 on Mar 28, 2018
5 out of 5 starsIt's cute, cute and touching. It was worth waiting for a long time. Thank you.
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miturin12211 on Mar 28, 2018
5 out of 5 starsIt's cute, cute and touching. It was worth waiting for a long time. Thank you.
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jemima661 on Mar 13, 2018
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful work as always from Karen Brady! I have several of her creations & adore each & every one😍👍
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bellissimorachel on Feb 22, 2018
5 out of 5 starsGorgeous, sturdy antique-style Valentine's bear in such a pretty melon pink color. Her dress is so adorable and I just love the patterns Karen uses to create her bears :) Fast service as well.
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L on Feb 18, 2018
5 out of 5 starsSo pleased and great packaging with extras that made it the perfect gift. Thank you so much for a prized artistic quality bear that will be cherished for years!
About BradyBearsStudio
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Brady Bears Studio was selected by the editors of Martha Stewart Living as a 2015 Finalist in the American Made Awards. -
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My feed sack dog featured on the cover of Prims magazine winter 2013 -
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My french fashion bear featured on the cover of Prims magazine summer 2013 -
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Old bear was my entry to Early American Life magazine. I was chosen as one of the top 200 Craftsmen in America 2007-2013 -
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My robin was featured on the cover of Prims magazine spring 2014
Come Join the Fun!
Brady Bears Studio grew from my love of art and antiques. I've been an artist my whole life, but discovered the amazing world of antiques while in college via a friend's mother. She was an avid collector of old toys and dolls, plus she created antique style teddy bears. Through her, I learned to love antiques and how to construct antique style teddy bears. I created Brady Bears Studio in 2006 while transitioning my business as an antique dealer to something where I could stay at home with my children.
I create my soft sculpture & paper clay animals to have an old-world look and feel. Each pattern is my design, and each piece is one of a kind. I use high-quality mohair, viscose and most recently antique feed & grain sacks, along with elements such as tea, coffee, and paints or dyes to stain and age my pieces. Each soft sculpture piece is jointed, stuffed with excelsior for an antique feel, and gravel for nice weight. I dress my bears and animals using vintage doll clothing, or vintage style fabrics. I love to incorporate antique pieces with my animals. Antique photos and postcards, old buttons, vintage jewelry, or small toys all add a touch of unique whimsy and charm to my creations.
Shop members
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Karen Brady Hammontree
Owner, Soft Sculpture And Mixed Media Artist
Shop policies
I will combine shipping on muliple purchases if possible. Never hesistate to email me with questions. :)
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