The Bottom Line
If you like the Care Bears as much as I do, you are going to love the Care Bears Sketchbook. The only thing I can complain about is that my favorite bear, Tenderheart is not included. The stars of this 8-page fold-out leaflet are Good Luck Bear, Secret Bear, Daydream Bear, and Funshine Bear.
Pros
- Color charts are clear and easy to read.
- Care Bears are very detailed.
- Cute motifs are included to add to designs.
Cons
- Sample color charts for water colors is not included.
Description
- Clear instructions are included for both Cross Stitch and painting techniques.
- A complete list of materials needed is given.
- The techniques used for the project are clearly explained.
Guide Review - Review - Care Bear's Sketchbook - Leisure Arts
Care Bears Sketchbook is an eight-page fold-out leaflet. The charts and instructions are positioned so that the gutters of the pages do not contain information that may be lost in the crease. The pattern key is color, larger print, and easy to read.
The chart contains three designs - two vignettes featuring the bears and one stand alone pattern of Good Luck Bear. Each element in the vignettes may be stitched separately. Use the element to design your own pattern to stitch. In addition to the Care Bear charts, motifs include:
The chart contains three designs - two vignettes featuring the bears and one stand alone pattern of Good Luck Bear. Each element in the vignettes may be stitched separately. Use the element to design your own pattern to stitch. In addition to the Care Bear charts, motifs include:
- moon and sun
- stars
- hearts
- rainbow
- kite
- flowers
- butterflies
- shooting star
- flowers
- cupcake
