- Purchase small bears at any crafts store. The ones I use are about 3 inches tall with jointed arms and legs. I've seen prices anywhere from 59 cents to $3.00 or more, but the ones I purchased last were under $1 U.S.
- If the bear comes with a ribbon around its neck, you can leave it, but I usually replace it with a color I like using 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide grosgrain or craft ribbon.
- Cut a piece of wide wired ribbon about 4 inches long and using your glue gun, affix it to the back of your bear for wings. I usually have some of that gold metallic open weave type wired ribbon on hand and I like it the best because I can stretch it out after gluing to form more lifelike wings, but do your own thing.
- For the halo, I use gold or copper colored small garland, the one that is wired and has stars attached, but any wire will do. Cut a piece proportionate with the bear's head, wrap it around your finger to make a circle. Place glue on the part where your wire meets to form the circle and hold for a second or two to the top back of the bear's head.
- I've found holiday trimmings in the form of small wrapped presents, musical instruments, and small Christmas ball ornaments at my local craft stores. They are usually in an area set aside for package trimmings. Place glue on the back and hold the trimming to set between the hands of the bear. Miniatures can be fun to use to if you're looking for a theme -- just let your imagination run with it.
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