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General Category => General Scroll Saw Talk => Topic started by: GrayBeard on March 11, 2011, 10:51:55 pm
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I've been looking through their catalog and have some things marked.
Now asking if any of my cohorts here abouts have had any dealings with Wooden Teddy Bear and seeking your reviews.
Like the proverbial 'Pain Scale', how would you rate your experiences with them?
10 = Very GOOD
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1 = Very BAD
Thanks for your input and your candor!
This is NOT a confidential survey! ( but ONLY 1,500 people may read your comments!)
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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I haven't ordered from them. However, I really like getting digital patterns, and they don't offer them. Not sure if it would be a deal breaker if I found a pattern "I had to have", but I would look around to see if I could find a digtal pattern someplace.
MrsN
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Katie....
NOT a dealbreaker for me either since I am a 'geek' and can scan the originals into any one of several formats on any one of several scanners.
I was more interested in their shipping and prompt attention to orders.
~~~GB~~~
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Yeah, I figured you wouldn't mind the paper and having to scan it in if you wanted.
If I need to make a copy of a pattern I usually scan it in at the same time, it makes it easier for the next time I want to use the pattern as it is easier for me to find my digital patterns then my paper ones.
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Hi,
I buy from them often. They are good to deal with as most are in this hobby. I suggest everyone get a copy of their catalog. It's great to browse the patterns. I rate them a 9 only because everyone has some room for improvement.....Gary
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Yeah I did GB and they are very good to order from I got some Patterns from them and it was sent very promt so if you want to order from them I suggest you do so.
Although I also agree with Mrs N they would be better if they offered Digital copies as well.
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Yea I looked at their site and as Mrs N said no digital, living on the other side of the world has it's disadvantages.
It takes 10 plus days to get a pattern, other wise I wood deal with them.
***Merlin***
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I've bought several patterns and hardware from The Wooden Teddy Bear. I've had no problems and the service is good. I bought a couple of boards from them once and one got damaged in shipment - they replaced it immediately.
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very good people to deal with have bought lots of patterns from them they ship fast just my input SKIP
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I'd give 'em a 7 GB! Lot's of patterns to select from and prompt shipping, but the fact they don't offer digital annoys me, ergo the 7 rating. I've wanted to ask about them as well, due to the fact I see patterns from our own members listed on their site and in their catalog. Some of Sheila's patterns are there, but I purchase straight from Sheila's site. Do they have an agreement with these designers to sell their stuff? I've ordered a few patterns from them, but only because I couldn't find them elswhere.
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I've bought several things from them in the past. Everything was shipped promply and as ordered. I don't buy much from any of the catalog companies but what little I've ordered I was satisfied with.
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In answer to Mainwood's statement - yes, they do have an agreement with us as designers. They are one of my favorite wholesalers. They are great to work with and honest and do a wonderful job. I am happy to be associated with them. (I am also happy you like to buy from me directly, MW! :) ) Just my two cents!
Sheila
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Great source. I have purchased many things from them, not only patterns but clocks and other accessories. Rating a 9. Love the catalog, I go through it to get more ideas (that I find it hard to get to all of them).
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They are a great company, never had a problem with them, would rate them #10 Edward
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Wooden Teddy Bear, Wildwood Designs (now merged with Cherry Tree), Scroller Ltd.
Use them all, all are good. Used to drive down to Scroller's location in Fenton, Mich. since they are only about 50 miles from me and buy direct. (save the shipping). But now with the price of gas it's getting to the point that driving there is going to cost more than the shipping.
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I am so happy that "MW" and 'Sheila' brought out the very information I was seeking.
I too, recognized a number of patterns that are by designers I have seen at their own websites and 'assumed' WTB was given permission to present those patterns with some form of remuneration going back to the designer. My supposition was that if not then they would have been 'out of business' long ago for copyright infringement.
I guess I will fire off my order today since 'if they are good enough for the folks here' they are OK!
Thanks for all the input!
That's the wonderful thing about this Forum! We can get honest and forthright opinions from honest and trusted friends!
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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Make sure you look through their online catalog as it has many patterns that aren`t in the catalog. I have ordered from them and was very pleased with their service. 2-3 days shipping time from all the way across the country. Dennis
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They are good people and I order from them with no problems. I liked it when they used to sponsor the NW Scrolling trade show in Portland, Oregon.
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Yep they're a 9.5 in my book
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I love working with Woodenteddybear.com. I have ordered several times and I would rate them a 9! One time, they were temporarily out of a blade, so they email and called me to see if I would like to try another type free of charge for the inconvenience. That's kudos in my book!!
Nick
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I have ordered from them several times with no problems at all. I had an issue with a pattern that stuck to the envelope and tore and they replaced the pattern with no problem. I would recommend them 100 percent. Mike