"Frog Prince"
July 7th 2011, 224 g, 21 cm (8.27 "), 8 joints
This "Frog Prince" is my furry interpretation of the well known fairy tale written down by Brothers Grimm. "Frog Prince" comes with a handfelted water lily leaf to sit on. Furthermore this teddy bear has got a removable handmade crown, decorated with buttons, beads and paste gems. With his puffed out cheeks "Frog Prince" can easily be recognized as a frog. His river green handdyed fur (short pile mohair) even contributes to his froglike appearance. Dark green shades and polka dots on back and shoulders match perfectly. As you can see, I used light green cashmere for his snout, inner ears, toes and fingers. "Frog Prince´s" face, hands and feet have been needle sculpted and I used trapunto technique for his toes. His 8 joints make him very movable. Moreover, he has got strong wire in his legs, so that he can bend his knees froglike. Finally, I filled "Frog Prince" with sheep´s wool and mineral granules. Dark green stitched claws and nose complete this teddy bear.
"Frog Prince" is a loyal caring teddy bear, who won´t shapeshift, so please don´t throw him against the wall. He loves green things and ponds, but he doesn´t like golden balls, since he has made bad experiences with such a thing. His favourite sweets are gummy bears and ice cream and everything with woodruff flavour. "Frog Prince" just wants your company and hugs, then he will always be your best friend.
"Frog Prince" found a new home at Günter´s in Horb, Germany. Günters wife will find "Frog Prince" under the Christmas tree. I hope, she will immediately fall in love with her new teddy bear.
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