Heritage Bears
Handmade bears made with traditional Dong lustrous cloth,
exploring regional textiles and the memory of place.
Wawa Bears is an ongoing project by Jidanwawa,
where a doll maker explores fabric through the familiar form of a bear.
Different textiles, textures, and techniques give each bear a different character.
From traditional brocades and regional textiles to fabrics found in everyday life,
each bear begins with the cloth itself.
First Sketch
2004
Festive Check
2006
Homespun
2007
Miss Cat
2008
Pop
2008
Hakka
2009
Springtime
2010
Mother & Cub
2010
Jazz
2011
Patchwork
2011
Ukiyo-e
2012
Redhide
2012
Handmade wedding bears inspired by
traditional Chinese dragon and phoenix motifs.
Handmade bears made with traditional Dong lustrous cloth,
exploring regional textiles and the memory of place.