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Cody Toddler Cody loves giving his Mommy flowers and he comes with a bunch of daisies just for her! Dressed in the cutest green and gold romper with little white leather shoes that make him feel like a "big boy.  Cody stands 6-1/2" tall. Bearkidz Marion Fraile

Personal Goals

One of Marion's most important objectives

as an artist, has been to establish her own identity and style. 

She explains, "Nadine Murat Thevenot and Berta Hesen-Minten, two leading thread artists, carved their own niche and generate wonderful creations, each in a different

way.

"It would be very easy for me, to make

copies in a similar way," clarifies Marion. "However, I respect the creativity of others.  Top artists put a lot of thought and work

in their designs and I would never try

to go the same way.  As soon as you

crochet well and can work independently

from patterns, any idea can be copied, if

that is your goal.  That is not mine.  I would never think about doing that

and I am proud I found my own unique flair."

Purpose

Marion's biggest hope is that her bearkidz™ make people happy, especially for those persons who have lost the belief that positive things will happen

in their lives. 

Anna Marie Faberge This mischevious 4-1/2" tall sprite has mischief on her mind. Even though she is always off on a new adventure that may lead to trouble, she depends on her ready smile to help save the day!  Anna Marie comes with her own satin egg decorated with lavendar flowers to set off her lovely "fur" coloring and off-white crochected vest and booties. Bearkidz Marion Fraile

"I hope my sweet baby bears remind such persons," states Marion, "that there is still beauty, happiness and the need to be protect others who may need

strength."

Professional Advice

Beginning artists often ask

Marion for advice to which

she invariably responds,

"Follow your inspiration.

Think outside the box. 

Take baby steps. Start

with small projects, but

keep your vision.  Each

time you finish a piece,

enjoy that special feeling

of accomplishment and you

will get better each time."

Changing Scene

"The bear market today has changed, " comments Marion, "Different materials are available, different designs, which have nothing in common with the old traditional bears, are available

and collected.  Publications like teddy bear magazines, webzines

(online magazines) and the internet in general, give greater access to exciting new ideas/creations that can be immediately

shared with the bear world.

Matthew Fabearge A curious little cub, Matthew likes to romp and play.  But, he has a soft side, too and that's when he likes to cuddle close.  Matthew has his own unique egg in which to curl up and sleep. The lid flips shut and goodbye world, Matthew is snoring in no time flat! Bearkidz Marion Fraile

Marion thinks some things never

change, "There will always be the

need in people for happiness and

positive things in life. Looking at the

friendly face of a bear, the expression

either sweet, wistful, curious, helpless,

or something else, gives you a warm

feeling. You want to pet and cuddle

the little one."

Marion sums up, " Just these facts alone

will always be enough reason for a lively bear market."

True Meaning

" I love, what I am doing," philosophizes Marion, "Nothing makes me more happy, than to sit and create."

Also a doll artist, Marion designs one

of a kind dolls from polymer clay.  She

took two classes from Jack Johnston,

a well-known doll sculptor/instructor,

and believes the dolls she fashioned,

"were really nice dolls." 

Marion says sometimes she is torn

between dolls and bears.  When that happens, she follows the urge and forms piece of polymer clay into at least a head

of... guess what...always a baby or toddler!

Collector at Heart

Frances What a perfect compliment, palest sea green sweater and hat ensemble serve as the perfect foil to charcoal salt and peppered eyelash yarn! bearkidz Marion Fraile

Forever wanting at least "one more", Marion caught the "collecting bug"

many years ago.

According to Marion, " I have

one curio full of bears and one

full of dolls.  I have old Steiffs

and also old dolls, like Hilda

and Baby Jean from Kestner

and Doll #I from Kathe Kruse."

When Marion is asked to describe

herself, she does so easily, " I am

glad to be able to say this: I feel

I am a very balanced and happy person, loving bears and dolls

and fully enjoy having finally, the

time to do the things I most love - creating pieces of art that bring

many people great joy!"

Geraldine Quite the dress-up enthusiast, this precious girl gets lots of compliments on her beautiful "fur" color - burgundy red with highlights of black! Sure to win hearts galore! bearkidz Marion Fraile

Availability

You can find Marion’s adorable

bearkidz™ either on her website

at http://www.bearkidz.com,

in person at the bear shows she

attend and exhibits her work, and

in advertising in Teddy Bear and

Friends and editorial coverage in

Bears&Buds Webzine.

Her show schedule in 2006 includes

several in her home state of Florida including the cities of Lighthouse Point, Naples and Pompano.

More Great bearkidz™ from Which to Choose!

Kayla Hiding under a leaf, Kayla is quite shy until she gets to know you.  All 4-1/2" of her is full of pink because she is a very feminine cub! Bearkidz Marion Fraile	Harrison Cute as a button and only 4-1/2 " tall, Harrison fancies himself a big game hunter, brave enogh to face the fiercest tiger, oh my! Bearkidz Marion Fraile	Joseph Very unique multi shaded eyelash yarn "fur" in  tan, off-white and black, he is a real stunner. Cute olive romper with blue vest, saddle shoes. Bearkidz Marion Fraile
James William At 4-1/2 inches, James William is barely big enough to walk! He has a crocheted collar that is all boy blue! Look at his handsome, little face, pleading to find a home to live in and a nice owner. bearkidz Marion Fraile	Cherry Baby This precious, 4-1/2” high girl, wears a custom made white crochet dress, white Mary Jane-style shoes with tiny crocheted buttons that open and close, and a crocheted headband with flower accent; bearkidz Marion Fraile	Anthony Anthony, 4-1/2 inches is still quite a guy! Right now he is in the middle of a snowball fight and he looks like he is ready to launch one at somebody, though heavens knows who.  Yes, he loves winter! bearkidz Marion Fraile
Kara Oh look, it is a bear cub pretending to be a bunny, with bunny ears hat and a nice, satin egg in which to hide! bearkidz Marion Fraile	Tyler Baby boy Tyler is so innocent and sweet with his beautiful face, sparkling "hair" and soft bunting blue sweater. bearkidz Marion Fraile	Winston "Would you like a spot of tea?" Only visiting Brit, Winston would know what to serve with tea - his presence! bearkidz Marion Fraile
Beachbaby Proud of being 4 inches tall, baby bear proudly shows off her new bikini and new beach hat! Waiting for a new family to appreciate her beauty. bearkidz Marion Fraile	Gollybaby Only 3-1/2 inches long, this darling baby had an adopted family snap him right up ! Contact Marion for availability of other gollies. bearkidz Marion Fraile	Gollina Quaint, little Gollina is 5 inches tall or 6", including her hair! Removable azure blue baby doll crocheted dress. Whaat a whimsical face! bearkidz Marion Fraile
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